4 the Love Foundation

4 the Love Foundation With a singular, unwavering goal, we stand united in our mission: In Unity, We Rise!

Together, through acts of love and kindness, we strive to elevate and empower all members of our community, shaping a brighter, more equitable future for Thurston County. The 4 the Love Foundation is passionately committed to fostering unity and advocating for those in need within Thurston County. Recognizing the numerous challenges that exist right in our own backyard, our mission is to fill esse

ntial gaps in resources and services, enabling our community members to rise above their circumstances. We encourage our extended network and beyond to participate in this community-driven mission, as we believe strongly that in unity, we rise. Through compassionate action, collective impact, and a deep sense of shared responsibility, we aim to make a transformative and lasting difference, one act of love at a time. Founded in 2021 by community leaders Tessa Effland and Nicole Andres, the 4 the Love Foundation was born out of a shared vision to strengthen our community by helping our neighbors in need. Recognizing the power of collaboration, Tessa and Nicole united their efforts and resources, creating a powerful network that provides a soft landing for those facing hardship. Joined by six dynamic, passionate women, our team is committed to filling in essential gaps and addressing the challenges that exist right here in Thurston County. Our mission is to foster unity and advocate for all those in need, believing strongly that in unity, we rise. We encourage everyone within our network and beyond to join us in this community aid endeavor. Together, we are making a transformative difference, one act of love at a time.

๐ŸŽ‰โœ‚๏ธ BACK-TO-SCHOOL GIVEBACK! โœ‚๏ธ๐ŸŽ‰This Sunday, the amazing crew at The Refined Man will be at the Thurston County Fairgrou...
08/21/2026

๐ŸŽ‰โœ‚๏ธ BACK-TO-SCHOOL GIVEBACK! โœ‚๏ธ๐ŸŽ‰

This Sunday, the amazing crew at The Refined Man will be at the Thurston County Fairgrounds from 10 AMโ€“4 PM giving FREE haircuts to youth getting ready to head back to school! ๐Ÿ“šโœ๏ธ

Thank you, The Refined Man, for making a difference and helping make this back-to-school season extra special! ๐Ÿ’™โœ‚๏ธ

This Sunday, The Refined Man crew will be at the Thurston County Fairgrounds, from 10-4 giving FREE haircuts for Youth kids going back to school. There is so much more than just free haircuts. Its a day filled with fun and a lot of other awesome activities. We are so excited to be able to give back to our community, and to be a part of making such an impact on all the kids going back to school.

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‚ HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KNUTE! ๐ŸŽ‚๐ŸŽ‰Nice try, Knuteโ€ฆ but you really thought you could escape the 4 the Love Foundation social me...
08/21/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‚ HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KNUTE! ๐ŸŽ‚๐ŸŽ‰

Nice try, Knuteโ€ฆ but you really thought you could escape the 4 the Love Foundation social media birthday love?! ๐Ÿ˜‚

Absolutely NOT. Since you tried to fly under the radar, weโ€™re making this one EXTRA! ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽˆ

Help us wish a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our awesome Board Member, Knute! We are so grateful for everything you do for 4 the Love Foundation and for the time, heart, and dedication you give to helping our community. โค๏ธ

We hope your birthday was filled with all the things you deserveโ€”and now just enough social media embarrassment to remind you that youโ€™re loved! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐ŸŽ‰

Happy Birthday, Knute! We hope you had the BEST day! ๐Ÿฅณโค๏ธ

Now everyoneโ€ฆ DROP THOSE BIRTHDAY WISHES BELOW! ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐ŸŽฉ MCE Apparel Hat Bar is BACK! ๐ŸŽฉWe are so excited to welcome MCE Apparel Hat Bar back to the 4 the Love Foundation Lady ...
08/20/2026

๐ŸŽฉ MCE Apparel Hat Bar is BACK! ๐ŸŽฉ

We are so excited to welcome MCE Apparel Hat Bar back to the 4 the Love Foundation Lady Rager! ๐Ÿ’• Get ready to create your very own custom hat while supporting an amazing cause!

๐Ÿ“… Friday, September 25th at Nicole's Bar
โฐ 7โ€“10 PM

Itโ€™s going to be a night full of fun, friends, fundraising, and fabulous hats! ๐Ÿค โœจ

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Donโ€™t waitโ€”get your Lady Rager tickets now! Weโ€™d love to see you there!

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://LadyRager.auctria.events

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Today, we celebrate National Nonprofit Day! โคAt 4 the Love Foundation, we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to...
08/17/2026

Today, we celebrate National Nonprofit Day! โค

At 4 the Love Foundation, we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve our community and support individuals and families when they need it most.

From financial assistance and housing support to food, gas, domestic violence assistance, Thanksgiving meals, and Christmas gifts for foster children, our mission is simple: help our community with love, compassion, and dignity.

We couldnโ€™t do what we do without our amazing volunteers, donors, sponsors, and community partners who continue to believe in our mission and help us make a difference.

Thank you for standing 4 the Love Foundation. โค

๐Ÿ’š Giving Back & Showing Up for Our Community ๐Ÿ’›Last Friday, one of our 4 the Love Foundation Board Members, Knute, had th...
08/17/2026

๐Ÿ’š Giving Back & Showing Up for Our Community ๐Ÿ’›

Last Friday, one of our 4 the Love Foundation Board Members, Knute, had the opportunity to join the TCYFL T-Birds MJV teams during their Fill the Helmet fundraiser!

The kids were so excited to see him there, and honestly, those are the moments that mean the most. Seeing the excitement on their faces as they recognized someone who serves and supports their community was pretty special. ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›

โค๏ธLast night, we had the opportunity to celebrate some of the incredible top sponsors who help make the work of 4 the Lo...
08/16/2026

โค๏ธLast night, we had the opportunity to celebrate some of the incredible top sponsors who help make the work of 4 the Love Foundation possible. โค๏ธ

Our sponsors are so much more than a name or logoโ€”they are people and businesses who believe in our mission and choose to invest in their community.

We are incredibly grateful for every sponsor who stands beside us, supports our events, spreads the word, and helps us provide assistance to families and individuals when they need it most.

Thank you for believing in 4 the Love Foundation and helping us make a difference. We truly couldnโ€™t do what we do without you! โค๏ธ

Hereโ€™s to the amazing community that continues to show up 4 the Love!

๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’› THANK YOU, WATSON WATSON FINANCIAL SERVICES! ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’šA huge thank you to Watson Watson Financial Services for inviting 4 th...
08/15/2026

๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’› THANK YOU, WATSON WATSON FINANCIAL SERVICES! ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š

A huge thank you to Watson Watson Financial Services for inviting 4 the Love Foundation to be part of their annual golf tournament! We are so grateful for the opportunity to be there, connect with the community, and help spread the word about the work we do.

And to everyone who donated to 4 the Love Foundation during the tournament โ€” THANK YOU! Your generosity helps us continue supporting local families and individuals when they need it most. Every donation truly makes a difference.

Thank you for helping us spread the love! โค๏ธ

๐Ÿ’œ THIS is why Lady Rager matters. ๐Ÿ’œIn 2025, 4 the Love Foundation provided more than $24,000 in assistance to survivors ...
08/12/2026

๐Ÿ’œ THIS is why Lady Rager matters. ๐Ÿ’œ

In 2025, 4 the Love Foundation provided more than $24,000 in assistance to survivors of domestic violence. That support helped provide safety, stability, and a little hope during some of the hardest moments imaginable.

And we want to do MORE. ๐Ÿ’œ

Every dollar raised at Lady Rager helps 4 the Love Foundation continue supporting members of our community who need a helping handโ€”including survivors of domestic violence.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Your ticket. Your donation. Your support. It all makes a difference.

Help us raise more. Help us reach more families. Help us give more hope. ๐Ÿ’œ

๐Ÿ‘‰ GET YOUR TICKETS HERE:
https://LadyRager.auctria.events

Join us at Lady Rager and help us keep showing up for those who need us most!

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๐Ÿ’› We are so grateful to have been part of the Block Party family! It has been SO much fun being part of something that b...
08/11/2026

๐Ÿ’› We are so grateful to have been part of the Block Party family! It has been SO much fun being part of something that brings our community together, celebrates Olympia, and creates so many amazing memories.

Thank you, Christen, for dreaming big and allowing 4 the Love Foundation to be part of the magic! โค๏ธ

Hereโ€™s to celebrating all that Block Party has brought to our community and making this final year one to remember! ๐Ÿ’›๐ŸŽถ

Thank you for allowing us to be part of ONE MORE BLOCK PARTY! We canโ€™t wait to celebrate with everyone! ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐Ÿšจ Ladies... have you gotten your tickets yet?! ๐Ÿค โœจThe 3rd Annual Oly Lady Rager: Girls Gone Wild West is coming up, and y...
08/10/2026

๐Ÿšจ Ladies... have you gotten your tickets yet?! ๐Ÿค โœจ

The 3rd Annual Oly Lady Rager: Girls Gone Wild West is coming up, and you won't want to miss this night of boots, besties, music, raffles, games, and unforgettable memories!

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Grab your tickets before they're gone:
https://LadyRager.auctria.events

Can't make it? You can still help by sharing this post! Every share helps us reach more amazing women and supports 4 the Love Foundation's mission to help individuals and families escaping domestic violence.

Now tag your girls, dust off those cowboy boots, and let's fill Nicole's Bar! ๐ŸŒต๐Ÿ’ƒ๐ŸคŽ

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