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2009 - 2010 Projects
"PENNY A DAY" FOR AUTISM WGM'S SPECIAL PROJECT This project is very near and dear to me. My nephew, Zan, was diagnosed with Autism at the age of three. When the case worker gave us the diagnosis and said it would be better to institutionalize him, our family knew that this could not happen. My sister, Lula, and her husband, Gary, are constantly educating themselves about Autism and are devoted to their son's care. Zan has grown to be a loving 18 year old who likes to be around his family and familiar faces. He is full of mischief and loves to laugh. If every Eastern Star would donate a "penny a day", maybe the cause and a cure for Autism would be closer to reality. A colorful container is placed on your Secretary's desk for your loving contributions. Just a few statistics: **Every day in North Carolina, two children will be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. That's 60 children per month and over 700 per year. Autism Spectrum is the second most common developmental disability. **Up to 1 of every 150 children born today will be diagnosed with Autism. **There are over 50,000 North Carolina families affected by Autism and the number grows each day. **There are at least 3,618 children in North Carolina ages 5 and younger who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. **In the public school system, the children population with Autism is increasing by 15.7% per year while the total student population is growing 1.5%. **The total number of students with Autism in NC public schools has nearly tripled since 1999. State Chairman: Donna Chesser, WGM
"NO SHIRT NO SERVICE" DISASTER AND BENEVOLENT FUND This year to raise funds for the Disaster and Benevolent Fund, we are pleased to offer our members a very attractive shirt. This shirt will be embroidered with the North Carolina Eastern Star logo on the left breast. The shirt is a basic off-white neutral color that should blend with most any attire. The cost of the shirt is only $20. The Disaster and Benevolent Fund is administered by a committee of five. All application information is kept confidential. The growth of this fund will enable us to help our Sisters and Brothers in time of need. Thank you for your support. (Download Blank Order Form PDF File , JPG File)
"FLIP FLOP TO THE MOUNTAIN TOP" CAMP RAINBOW CRAFT FAIR CAMP RAINBOW ~ MAINTENANCE Sister Shirley Hamilton, Worthy Grand Matron, 1981-1982, began what would become a wonderful tradition in September, 1981, at Camp Rainbow. A craft fair was held to raise funds for the maintenance of the camp.
This year on September 18-20, 2009, we will have "FLIP FLOP TO THE MOUNTAIN TOP". Each Chapter is asked to donate three items for the District Craft Tables and two items for the Auction. These items can be produce, canned goods, woodcrafts, Christmas items, and other hand made items. Also each chapter is asked to provide two baked goods for the BAKERY. Remember to list the ingredients as some of us could have an allergic reaction to some of the ingredients. Please do not sell baked goods on the Craft Tables.
A block of rooms have been reserved for our use at two locations. Please indicate that you are with the Eastern Star Group: Super * (formerly Graystone Inn) - Phone 828-264-4133 High Country Inn - Phone 800-334-5605 For cabin and campsite reservations contact: Cheryl Haynes, 705 Maple ST, Jacksonville, NC 28540, Phone 910-347-7947.
This year our meals will be: Friday Night Spaghetti $6.00 Saturday night Fried Chicken $9.00 Sunday Morning Country Breakfast $6.00 All tickets are to be prepaid, so please send your checks to : Elva Cheek, 7020 Pawnee RD, Greensboro, NC 27410.
Cheryl Haynes - State Chairman
"MARGARET R. GRIFFIN PEANUT PROJECT" GRAND CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP
"STARS FOR SCHOLARS" PINS GRAND CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP
"FOOD LION GIFT CARDS" GRAND CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP We are continuing this great project this year. Cards will be available for purchase through the Grand Chapter Office. The Chapter Secretaries will order them from the Grand Secretary. Cards can be ordered in denominations of $25 and $100. Chapters might wish to order several Cards in advance with Chapter funds, so that a member will not have their money tied up while awaiting the ordering and returning of the Cards from the Grand Secretary.
Food Lion will refund 5% of total purchases to the Grand Chapter. These monies go to the Grand Chapter Scholarship Fund. David Lewis - State Chairman
(Does anyone know if Forms A & B are both still used? Please e-mail Jim Tyson.) Gift Card FORM 'A' Gift Card FORM 'B'
"FOOD LION MVP CARDS" GRAND CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP Food Lion has a budgeted amount that they can contribute to worthy groups that participate in their programs when group members register their "swipe card" as a member of their group. The contribution by Food Lion is not based on total purchases, but the number of "hits" from the group as they swipe their cards at check-out. In 2008, our group was one of the largest "swipers" in the state. Once registered, you do not have to renew your registration, unless you replace it with a new card.
Instructions For MVP Card Assignment If you have not registered your swipe card in past years, use this form. Customer Sign Up Form
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"TWINKLE TOES" SOCKS WHITESTONE ~ HOME MAINTENANCE For a donation of $3.00, you will be able to keep your tootsies comfortable and cozy. This year we will be offering white, low-cut socks with a footprint on the side. The quality of the socks is unbeatable. The sizes are 7-81/2, 9-11, and 10-13. These socks will make wonderful gifts, even to yourself. The proceeds from this project will go to Home Maintenance. State Chairman - Frank Hickman, Co-Chairman - Nancy Foltz.
GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER TRIP TRIENNIAL ASSEMBLY in TULSA, OK OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 5 We didn't have numbers to charter a bus, but there are about twenty North Carolina Stars planning to make the trip to Tulsa. The General Grand Chapter website has all vital information including, registration, housing, RV campsites, tours, etc. We will have our traditional NC Brunch to honor our GGCC members. Contact Lavaun Taylor for details, and to learn who is going, driving logistics, and how to find one another after arrival. Now is the time to save cell phone numbers of your fellow travelers! State Chairman- Lavaun Taylor, 12-B Heather Way, Chandler, NC 28715, (828)667-4068.
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