My Virtual Project in Lisbon, Wisconsin is hosting a Holiday Benefit on December 4th to help those in their local community. I personally (virtually) know Chuck and Susi Schuele and they are awesome people. Their recent blog post of wanting to “give back” brought tears to my eyes. To read about the excitement of a child who didn’t have to share a toothbrush was heartbreaking. They are absolutely right, there are people suffering in our own communities and I’m so touched by what they are doing. You can read their story here.

Their upcoming benefit will be held at Olympia Resort in Oconomowoc and proceeds will be benefit Lake Country Caring, LLC, an amazing organization in Hartfield operated totally by volunteers. Lake Country Caring provides so much to so many and would sincerely appreciate donations such as hygiene products, towels and wash cloths (kitchen too!) and of course, dollars to continue to fund the important work that they do in their community. You can also help by sponsoring the event, providing raffle items, attending the event, and sharing on social media. Please visit My Virtual Project and contact Chuck or Susi for all the details on this wonderful event!

Today it is more important than ever to honor our military, both past and present.  On Saturday, November 6th, LauraKennedyLive and The Flag Still Stands For Freedom Campaign will host the 3rd Annual Veterans Day Telethon live from New York.  This virtual event is dedicated to sharing memories and stories of our fallen soldiers, and to the service of men and women currently serving our country. Laura Kennedy is an amazing woman who not only served our country, but continues to support our troops and veterans.  You can learn more about her in the video below.

Her virtual telethon has received national attention and she has put together an amazing schedule of speakers, performers, and ceremonies.  A few of the musical performers include Grammy Award winner Charlie Daniels, Coldwater Canyon Band, Waymore’s Outlaws, Little Texas, and Leah DeVon.  Livestream has graciously donated their streaming services to the event, and there are numerous authors and organizations participating.  You can get involved, buy a T-shirt, make a donation, or just attend the Telethon.  There will also be 2 minutes of silence at 1100.  Imagine how powerful this will be when everyone stops email, social media, and phone calls for 2 minutes to honor our military!  Please visit her website for all of the Telethon details, www.flagstillstandsforfreedom.com.

Global Hope Network International (GHNI) is a wonderful organization that is committed to helping the poorest villages in the world transform themselves.  I have had the pleasure to get to know and work with their US Partner Development Team this past year.  They are some incredibly dedicated people who are truly passionate about serving.   They have an upcoming event called “ServeHope” which will be held on Saturday, October 16th.  This event will be held nationwide by teams of volunteers serving the poor in their own community. It’s a wonderful concept that will help so many people.  You can sponsor a team or make a donation.  Learn more and get involved at their website, ServeHope.