The Thoughts & Gifts Project

04/09/2026

🧁✨Sneak Peek ✨🧁

Here's one more shoutout to some of the tasty treats coming up this Saturday during the Dessert Dash portion of our A Very Merry UnBirthday Party fundraiser. Which delectable delight will you enjoy?

Ovenbird Bakery - Marionberry Pie
Dude Donut City - Assorted Donuts
Cosmic cravings - Lemon Cupcakes with Raspberry Filling
Lynette Ross - Banana Pudding Cake
Kathy Bolen - Coconut Cream Cheesecake

We are excited to see which dessert disappears first and who claims the sweetest victory of the night. 💜

04/06/2026

💜✨ Sneak Peek: Experience Boards Part 2 ✨💜

Here are three more fantastically fun and unique opportunities our guests at this year's A Very Merry UnBirthday Party will be able to join. Buy one seat for yourself or grab two and bring a friend to enjoy something delightfully different!

Hazel’s on Main: Flavor Chemistry: The Art of Food & Wine Pairing
Petals & Vines Flowers and Gifts: Garden-to-Table Floral Design Class
Restore 2 Joy Studio: Creative Restoration Mini Retreat

Learn, create, and relax...quite a winning trifecta! 💜

04/04/2026

🐰✨ Sneak Peek: Live Auction Highlights Part 2! ✨🐰

Tickets may be closed, but the excitement continues to build. Here’s a peek at more whimsical, one‑of‑a‑kind, truly extraordinary Live Auction items headed to next week’s A Very Merry UnBirthday Party fundraiser.

⚔️ City of Dallas, Oregon, City of Independence, Oregon, City of Monmouth, Oregon - Government - Battle of the Cities
🎉 Forks and Corks Catering, , - The Ultimate Celebration Bundle
🐘 Romero Britto - Blue Elephant
🌅 Vista Balloon Adventures - Come Fly with Us

We can’t wait to see who takes these home! 💜

04/03/2026

Thank you to Yard Signs by AJC and to all of the community members who supported this year's Egg Hunt! Your generosity and belief in the importance of celebrating birthdays will bring joy to many in Polk County on their special day. We are so grateful to all of you! 💜

There’s just something about handing over a BIG check that makes it feel extra special 💛✨

Because of YOU, every single egg ordered, every bit of support, and all the excitement around our Egg Hunt, we were able to donate $150 to The Thoughts & Gifts Project! 🐣🎉

What started as a fun way to celebrate turned into something even more meaningful. This is why I love what I do, bringing joy to our community while giving back at the same time.

Thank you for showing up, supporting small business, and helping us spread a little extra kindness. You made this possible, and I’m so grateful! 💕

✨ Pro tip: hang on to your eggs for next year, we love seeing them come back for more fun! And if you’re ever looking for a way to give back, keep the Thoughts and Gifts Project in mind. They’re a local nonprofit doing truly amazing things in our community. 💛

Who knew a bunch of eggs could do so much good?! 🥚💫

04/01/2026

🃏 We love a good April Fool's joke, but this isn't one.

Forks and Corks Catering needs our final headcount tomorrow, so ticket sales for A Very Merry UnBirthday Party really do close tonight!

If you’ve been waiting, this is your last chance to join the fun on Saturday, April 11th. Get your tickets before it’s too late and be part of bringing birthday joy to those who might otherwise be forgotten on their special day.

🎟️ www.thoughtsandgifts.org 💜

03/31/2026

⏰ We’re in the final stretch!

Time is running out to get your tickets for our A Very Merry UnBirthday Party fundraiser.

Your ticket = more birthdays, more joy, more moments to make our community members feel seen, valued, and celebrated on their special day.

🎟️ Get yours while there’s still time: www.thoughtsandgifts.org 💜

03/30/2026

👀✨ Sneak Peek: Silent Auction Highlights ✨👀

We’re excited to share a first look at some of the generous donations featured in this year’s Silent Auction at our upcoming A Very Merry UnBirthday Party fundraiser!

🍺 - Private Tour & Tasting
🍔 Chase Bar & Grill & Independence Cinema - The "We Deserve This" Night Out
🎲 Ugo's Pizza, Cosmos Tabletop Games & - Game Night
📚 Second Chance Books & - Quilted Comfort
🍶 SakéOne - Just for the Saké of It
🎵 Smith Fine Arts Series, Pentacle Theatre - Salem, OR, Independence Cinema -
Arts & Entertainment for Two

🎟️ Grab your tickets now for our A Very Merry UnBirthday Party fundraiser: www.thoughtsandgifts.org 💜

03/29/2026

🍰✨ Sweet Sneak Peek! ✨🍰

This year’s Dessert Dash is stacked with tasty treats, and we’re giving you a look at five of the mouth‑watering, show‑stopping temptations coming your way on April 11th.

🍫 Michelle Ashley Custom Cakes - Death by Chocolate Cake
🥕 - Carrot Cake
🧈 Phyllis Powell Bolman - Phyllis' Phamous Shortbread
🤍 A Cookie Thing - One Dozen Sugar Cookies
☘️ Scottie Love - Bailey's Irish Cream Cheesecake

From rich and decadent to light and irresistible, these desserts are ready to spark some friendly bidding battles. Bring your sweet tooth, because you’re going to need it!

🎟️ Grab your tickets now for our A Very Merry UnBirthday Party fundraiser: www. thoughtsandgifts.org 💜

03/28/2026

🎩✨ Sneak Peek: Live Auction Highlights! ✨🎩

Check out a few of the phenomenal items up for bid during our A Very Merry UnBirthday Party fundraiser!

🍽️ - Private dinner with Chef Kamal
🏈 Arena Sports Bar & Grill - VIP Super Bowl Experience
🥩 HOG Farms - Butcher's Box
🚀 Altar Media, Robixy Creative Services, Pretty Good Printing - Marketing 101

Which one is calling your name?

🎟️ Grab your tickets now: www.thoughtsandgifts.org
Don’t miss your chance to take home one of these truly special items! 💜

03/27/2026

🎉✨ Big News for Our A Very Merry UnBirthday Party Fundraiser! ✨🎉

We're so excited to share a sneak peek of three amazing experiences you can purchase at our April 11th fundraiser!

Instead of trying to coordinate a class or tour for 6–14 people (we all know how challenging that can be!), you’ll be able to buy individual seats for unique, hands‑on experiences happening all across Polk County. Pick what you love, grab one seat or a few, and you’re in!

Here's what's coming:
🎨 Spectrum Artworx — Embrace your creativity at a gel plate class
🥃 Divine Distillers — Learn how spirits are made and mix a proper cocktail
🍷 Wetzel Estate — Enjoy a VIP winery experience

🎟️ Grab your fundraiser tickets now: www.thoughtsandgifts.org
Don’t miss your chance to claim these amazing experiences! 💜

03/26/2026

⏰𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸, 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸…𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴!

It’s the 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 to get your tickets for our A Very Merry UnBirthday Party. This isn’t just another event. It’s your chance to show someone in our community that their life is worth celebrating.

Picture this:
A child who receives nothing on their birthday.
A parent pretending it’s “just another day” because the budget won’t stretch.
An I/DD individual in a group home with no one to celebrate them.
A senior on Medicaid with only 30 dollars a month for personal needs, where even the smallest birthday comfort is out of reach.

Imagine believing your birthday doesn’t matter.
Imagine believing you don’t matter.

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁.
𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻.

We’ve already celebrated 𝟭𝟮𝟱+ 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 this year, reminding our neighbors that they are valued and deserving of joy.

🎟️ 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 www.thoughtsandgifts.org 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆. 💜