Nominate a loved one whose actions are having a positive impact on others!
We’re grateful for you, the givers who support Numi’s social mission through your purchases, donations and volunteerism. Without you, Together for H2OPE: Madagascar---an initiative that brought clean water to 4,000 Malagasy people---would not be possible, and we could not expand to India in 2017.
In the spirit of Giving Tuesday (aka Giving TEAsday!), we'd like to say THANK YOU and give back to people doing good for others in their own communities, and beyond. We invite you to nominate a loved one whose giving spirit shines bright, illuminating others. Read on for details!
How to Participate
- NOMINATE A CHANGE-MAKING LOVED ONE IN THE COMMENTS. Include the first name of the person you're nominating and tell us how your nominee is having a positive impact.
- SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION. Log in to the nomination widget (just above the comments section), selecting “Leave a blog post comment” and clicking the “I commented” button. Then select one or more of the (optional) bonus entry options to increase your odds of winning the grand prize drawing.
Complete these two steps to be eligible for a chance to win (prize details below), then share your nomination with friends---including the nominee!
Each week, the Numi Tea'm will select one nomination that resonates with us. Weekly winners receive an Ethos Collection Sanctuary Gift Box that includes Numi's Collection, a Clay Moon Candle by Zeal Living, an Infinity Scarf by Synergy Organic, a Rose and Geranium Bath Bomb by Real Beauty for a Cause, and a donation to Kiva.org.
Weekly prize winners will be announced each Tuesday (12/6, 12/13, 12/20). Weekly prize packages will be sent to both the nominee and the nominator.
On December 21, a grand prize winner will be randomly selected to receive a Numi Organic Tea Flight, double-wall glass tea tumbler and mug, plus a hand-stamped Milk & Honey Luxuries "Nourish to Flourish" spoon, an Alter Eco chocolate bar assortment, a prAna Diva Blanket, an EO French Lavendar Spa Gift Set, and a $100 donation to a non-profit selected by the winner.
Grand prize packages will be sent to both the nominee and the nominator. Entries close at 11:59p PT on December 20, 2016.
Joanne Jones, age 75, Miami Dade county foster adoptive parents association volunteer secretary, past President, adoptive mom, retired obstetrics nurse and boatmaker.
I would like to nominate Bess Evans, who from our early days of childhood has been a community organizer and activist for justice in our communities. The list of accomplishments is decades long. Bess is currently in Washington D.C, as Sr. Associate Director & Sr. Policy Advisor, Office of Public Engagement & Domestic Policy Council, The White House. As a woman who goes above and beyond every call to action, Bess is also the most supportive and all around incredible daughter, sister, wife, and friend to everyone. Her smile, laughter and positive attitude is fighting the good fight, every moment of every day.
I nominate one of my employees, Angela Brinegar. She is an assistant manager at Andrews University in Berrien Springs MI. When a coworker became homeless, Angela invited this young woman and her 3 children into her home. 3 months later, this single Mom and her kids are moving into a new apartment and have also been able to purchase a used car that will service their needs. All of this because someone has a huge, other centered heart and loves her neighbor as herself. I am proud to work with Angela and know that she will be blessed 10 fold!
Meena Palaniappan, creator of AtmaConnect: Meena realized that many poor people who didn’t have a lot of resources have a mobile phone! So she devised an app, which she launched in Indonesia, which residents could use to keep in touch with their own neighborhoods and communities. It was especially useful during huge floods – people could alert their neighbors to stay away from streets or areas where it was impassable or there was debris, or direct them to shelter or fresh water. Meena had also observed that most apps are used to collect information from people for use by agencies or corporations – Atma lets people use the information themselves!
Would love to nominate my best friend Joseph G. He is compassionate and loving. Always helpful towards others, only person I know that would spend his holidays giving back to others than spend it on himself.
Harlene, for being a great sister.
I nominate my friend Erin Sparks who saves dogs who are mistreated or without care in foreign countries and finds loving, forever homes for them here in North America! Thanks!
My grandma who is always helping others out. She deserves to be pampered.
My friend Kelly Bryant gives so much of her time and energy to so many wonderful Ladies in Lynchburg, VA. I have no idea if she drink tea or not! You are the best Coach!
I would like to nominate my life partner who is a veteran of the US Army who helped me after an accident took my ability to walk away from me for 2 years and after intense physical therapy and him helping me with my life and functioning I can walk again.
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I would nominate my mom who is such an inspiration to me and our family!
I nominate my beautiful daughter, Sienna. She will be 16 soon, and has already been scarred by skin cancer- right on her face. She was so brave and is so wonderful and positive, made it through easier than I did! She’s a real joy to everyone who knows her, a good friend, and a great daughter. She does really well in school, and is so giving and loving; she volunteers her time to many different local events. As a single mom I only wish i could spoil her as much as she deserves!
I nominate my husband, Howell, for the all the time and energy he puts in to running an adult tennis team. He does this on a volunteer basis. The men on the team have become close and value each others companionship and caring.
I nominate my mom, Gehee! She has taught me and others what unconditional love is. She’s 65, selfless and has been a Registered nurse for over 20 years. Her heart is always on helping and thinking of others first no matter where she is at
I nominate my mom, Cinde, for teaching me that every individual can be a catalyst for positive change within their community. Her job in education puts her in classrooms helping an array of students, from those classified as at-risk, to those diagnosed with learning differences, to immigrant and refugee children, to those struggling in poverty. She’s an advocate for these kids, getting them the services and care they need. She sees people complexly, understanding them deeply. Outside the classroom, she participates in community gardening projects as a certified Master Gardener. These, too, are aimed to help educate kids in poverty or other difficult situations. She’s also just a generous person, contributing to holiday toy and book drives now. I look at her at see all the lives she’s touched in so many ways, as an educator, a gardener, a friend, and a mother. It really never ends with her, and so I choose her as my nominee.
Devon, your nomination has been selected as this week’s winner! Please check your email for information about how to claim the prize for you and your amazing mom. Thank you for sharing Cinde’s story!
I nominate my friend Julie, who always seems to be listening to people around her and reaching out in sustainable ways.
I would like to nominate my brother, Elton for always being the wonderful person he is. He always goes above and beyond for people he doesn’t know. He will go out of his way to help someone. For example, one time another passenger on the bus gave this blind man wrong directions. He didn’t want to interfere in their conversation and waited until the blind man got off the bus. Then my brother got off the bus as well even when it wasn’t his stop. Then he took the bus with the man to the correct stop which was the opposite direction of thrnbusbtheybwere originally on. There are more stories like this with my brother. He will do anything he can to help our others.
My son Michael because he has done so much to improve his life by himself. He has never asked for a thing. Today, he is a successful young man.
I Nomnate my mother Because she is a strong amazing woman with the kindest most generous heart ! she puts everyones needs before herself and tries to help everyone she can .she has not had an easy life she is a domestic abuse survivor and raised me and my sister to be strong kind people.despite her struggles she sees the good in everyone !
I nominate my older sister because she is like a second mom to her six younger siblings. What would I do with her!! 🙂 <3
I would love to nominate Emma, a really loving, caring and helpful academic advisor at my university. She has helped so many students, me included, and if it hadn’t been for Emma and her help, which included boosting my academic self esteem, it’s a fair chance that I would have dropped out. She also have had her own issues (among other things asthma) and it would be really nice to give something back to her before she retires in March/April next year as she is basically a ray of sunshine.
My sis Diana. We have very little in possessions but we always share what we can. And most of all , no matter how much pain we are in. We always lift each other up 💕
I nominate my mother. She has given everything to be by my side through all 18 years of my life. She means the whole world to me. She’s my best friend. I admire her unique sparkle and shine. Her heart is pure gold, and I can’t wait to spend Christmas with her once again this year. <3
I nominate Greg for being a loyal friend and humanitarian! He is always volunteering his free time to help others.
Love Numi tea and so glad I can now find it at several stores in my area. Steve Ogren is my nominee for being the best friend ever. He is always there for me even when I least expect it. Love him very much.
I want to nominate my friend Maggie as she and her husband have started a one for one business. For each beanie hat purchased, they donate another to a homeless shelter. The hats are handmade in the US and the wool is sources here to. So proud of their initiative to seek solutions and show love.
I nominate my son Emmit. In spite of his disabilities he will not turn his back on anyone in need. No where for you to go he will take you in. If you need money for food or whatever he will give you his last including his bill money. Even though he has been taken advantage of many times by many he still reaches out in your time of need.
I nominate my hubby Chad. Our daughter passed away at age 2 ,2 years ago from a lung infection . It’s definitely been hard to cope with thus far. Having my hubby by my side with his head held high has been nothing more but sensational . Keeps a smile on my face and helps me move forward day to day with positive outlook.
This tea will certainly put a larger smile on our faces and in our hearts for the holidays.
I would love to nominate my mom she has gone through so much , this year I would love to gift her with something like this. Thank you for the lovely giveaway
I am nominating Jacey! He is a wonderful person who is aiming to change the lives of others through music. He is a good hearted person and writes songs to inspire and always stays positive. His songs are especially meaningful to teens and he aims to influence them in the right direction with his positive songs and love of kindness.
I nominate my husband Thomas a. Byrne because he is a acing man & always there tO help anyone who needs his help, even when fighting uncureable cancer. Always has a good word for all, and is pleasant even though his cancer is not cureable. We keep praying to the Lord for a healing. His 4 children & spouses, 14 grandchildren are always number one, and he always has a careing word for each of them.
I nominate Rachel Manning. She is one of those people who actually walks the talk, every day! She is rasising a wonderful young man, who will be more socially aware than most people. There are many examples I could give but one is all the work she did to get donations and supplies to people affect by the Lake Cunty fires last year, for both people and animals! She drove a small flat bed truck, loaded with hay and supplies, over hwy 175 from Hopland to Clear Lake. If you have ever drove that twisting road (And I would recommend you don’t!) you would have to give Rachel some mad respect for doing that!! https://youtu.be/gTxNLB0oe9k Here is a video showing that road. Rachel has a heart of gold and is one of the most socially sensitive person I know, and I admire her and think if you met her, you would agree.
I nominate my aunt Joanne. She is a bright and cheery veteran who goes out of her way to try to make others happy, and promote good health. She deserves pampering.
I’d like to nominate my mom, Cynthia. She recently was hospitalized with an extremely long blood clot that ran from about her knee to her navel, and, if that weren’t enough, she is currently caring for me, & my two goofy cats, as I rest and heal from a recent thyroidectomy.
With our combined recent health issues, as well as the general business of the holiday season, I know my mom is overdue for some pampering and rest.
My mother from another brother Shawnee just got back from spending months with her sister and niece and her niece’s 3 babies after some very tragic family incidents including loss of a loved one, a wreck, loosing their house. She stayed with them and helped them selflessly even though her health is poor and she missed several of her regular doctor visits. I truly believe she is the most selfless woman I know and I’m proud to be her family.
I nominate my friend Carri. She is a single mom, has a full time job, and just finished her certification to be an EMT. She always has time to help others somehow even though she’s insanely busy at times. Almost daily I hear her say she got called at 12am or 2am, she usually ends up first on scene, no hesitation. I’m proud of her 💟😁
Id love to nominate my friend Casey, who has given us so many hand me downs for my kids its amazing. Always just what we need in just the right time. Such a blessing. Incredibly thankful for her giving spirit!!
I am nominating my sister Alexis . She spends her spare time helping me with my daughters and taking my 3 year old out, so I can get my house in a little order.
I would say my sister Cigdem..She is the Best! She gives so much love,care and effort to all of her loved ones..
I would like to nominate Robert White. Hard working family man works two jobs to support his family despite having Lupus and digestive problems. I introduced him to teas for his health. He would enjoy this prize.
I would like to nominate Carole Blevins. She is my nana. Nana is the strongest, kindest woman I have ever had the pleasure to know. Her health is ailing now, but her favorite thing to do is to curl up in a robe and watch the sun rise over the mountains with a cup of tea in her hand.
My friend Jeffrey is the best friend ever, he is making a change by being super positive and trying to better his family’s life.
My mom ,Mary Martin. For always doing more then she should to help everyone. She never takes time for herself, but is always helping everyone else.
Kathy Shade has went above and beyond as a mother, grandmother, and friend. She would give you the last penny out of her pocket if she could. She has been there for me through times I thought I couldn’t make it through and made me believe in myself more than I ever thought possible. She encourages everyone to follow their dreams no matter what is in the way because the only thing holding someone back is doubt it’s self
I nominate my mom . She’s the most selfless person I know. She cares for my Grandma and this year also took in her sister who had health issues. My mother also had neck surgery herself all while still putting others first. She looks forward to a hot cup of tea every night since I was a little girl. This would be amazing to gift her .
I nominate my mom Patti . She’s the most selfless person I know. She cares for my Grandma and this year also took in her sister who had health issues. My mother also had neck surgery herself all while still putting others first. She looks forward to a hot cup of tea every night since I was a little girl. This would be amazing to gift her .
Ashley FIte, she is a 26yr old single mother of 3. She has been through many trials alone. She has managed to keep her faith and continue to build her faith no matter what comes her way. She makes me want to be a better person in myself seeing how she has been subjected to so much hurt and devastation, and she continues to push forward no matter how bad it is. She is a true inspiration and a great friend, when I had bad troubles she was there for me even though she had her own. She is like this to everyone she comes in contact with and it is so inspiring.
Denise, makes memory bears for our local hospice. She was prsent through her husband’s hospice services and now trust to bring comfort to others in their hard times.
I nominate Kevin Banta because he has been through so much in his life and is still the most positive person I know. He never gets discouraged and keeps pushing through even during the worst of times.
i would like to nominate my mother in law, when i was 16 i was sent to a group home for troubled teens and it changed my life for the better, my mother in law you see works in the same type of program for teenage girls she is such an inspiration to me and do many others, i don’t think she even has a clue in how much she has changed these girls life, she is the principal/teacher in the academic part of the group home. i would love to show her just how amazing she is, we love her deeply.
There are many people I could nominate. God has blessed me with so many wonderful people in my life. For this I am grateful. However, I have never been inspired by any one person as much as I have been by my very own son, Kaleb Depriest. Kaleb was born fighting for his life. No matter what life has thrown his way his entire 11 years he has never let a smile leave his face. He’s always encouraging and uplifting others in his own little way. No matter how much someone has wronged hi he is always so quick to forgive. His favorite thing to do is give cuddles (his version of hugs) whether you need it or not. He gets his joy from bringing others joy. I’ve learned so much from my son. No matter what life brings for him I am forever grateful that God chose me to be his guardian.
Kelley Davis, making her kids’ life better (She’s a bus driver) and raising her grandson! She’d love this!
I nominate My friend Amelia! she has been through the worst kind of loss a mother could have, A Child. But she pursaveered and has stepped up to raise her grandson as her own son.
My mother Debby Sweeney! She is the hardest working women I know. She works, helps her kids and grand kids whenever they need or even don’t need to help and support and she always does it willingly! No she was not always a perfect mother, but she has tried her hardest, changed things she needed to, and admits when she is wrong and does better the next time! Thanks Mom!
I want to nominate my friend Rebecca. She may not be changing the world but she is helping me be a better more selfconfident person. She is always available for me to ask questions and to share my joys and my hearbreaks.
I nominate Sherri. She helps everyone she possible can, she gathers clothes, jackets, toys for those who are in need.
I would say a very new friend to me Julie. She inspires me!
Would love to win this giveaway…my mother and I do enjoy our QT sipping on a warm cup of tea
I nominate Dawn Slater, of Ravenna michigan. Age 56. She is an amazing caring and giving person. She has taken in my nephew(her grandson) and is raising him, and even adopted him, when my brother(his father) and the mother of my nephew, got heavy into drugs and ended up in prison. She works a full time job on top of it. She’s amazing!
My daughter, Desiree is the strongest person I know. She’s was born with Cerebral Palsy from a complicated mono/mono twin birth. The doctors didn’t think she would survive the pregnancy. She was born very premature and weighed 2 pounds. Then, at age 18 months, she was then diagnosed with a brain tumor and we were told that it was inoperable. Again, the doctors said for us to spend as much time with her as possible, that she wouldn’t live long. We prayed for a miracle and She ended up havong a very high risk surgery and has beat the odds yet again! She is the sweetest, most loving, caring girl that I know. The main reason I’m nominating her is that she is so giving. She always gives her own toys and clothes to neighboring family in need. It’s the most beautiful thing seeing her make other kids happy. She is a beautiful person inside and out!
I nominate by best friend Makayla. She is hard working stay at mom of 2 kids. They keep her on her toes that is for sure. But she is always there for everyone else and gives so much of her time to the local church. SHe never gets to do anything for herself. She forgets that she needs to have some mommy time to.. This would be great to give her to remind her that it is important to take 10 mins out of her day for herself. SOmething as simple as a cup of tea and a few pages out of her favorite book to relax and rejuvenate her energy.
I would like to nominate my Mom Mabel Hunsicker. She has taught me about un-conditional Love, how to be strong even when I thought I couldn’t go on, she taught me to have faith and believe. She raised 8 of us and lost 3 of her children but still has her faith in God. She always says turn all your troubles to him and he will answer, we might not like his answers for us but he only gives us what he knows we can handle to make us stronger.She is the strongest most beautiful loving person I know and I strive to be like her everyday.
I would like to nominate my mother Michelle Short. The reason i am nominating her is because no matter what life throws at us she is always smiling. My mom works 5+ jobs at the age of 48, and doesn’t blink an eye at it. She’s not only my mom, but my best friend. We did not have the best upbringing and child abuse was present due to her husband at the time. Once she divorced him and got herself back on her feet she bloomed. She found her true self, she made amends, and most of all she repaired the bond with her children. She’s not perfect, and she made mistakes, but she NEVER gave up. Now my mom and I share the best bond I could ever ask for. We may drive one another nuts, but at the end of the day she’s always there. She has shown me that she is not perfect, but it’s owning up to your wrongs that can change everything. I love you mom, and if you read this just know you are special.
I like to nominate my cousin Bobbie Jo she always cooking,baking,helping out in her church,community, helping family and friends,works with children doing crafts helping others do things.
I would like to nominate my son Matthew. He is in the Navy and he is the most polite young man and helps everyone he meets. He has helped strangers shovel their driveways, helped stranded people, even as a child he helped in special needs classrooms. he is truelly amazing
I would like to nominate a person on facebook called Freebie Mom shes always helping others and giving others so much like gift cards and prizes for there kids and for themselves She is most giving person that I know I don’t really know her name but you shoud look her up on facebook and just watch what all she does for others and all these prizes that she gives to people comes out of her on pocket shes truly a great and wonderful person
I would like to nominate my husband. He was very sick Thanksgiving weekend and I thought I was going to lose him. Seeing him like that made me realize I need to not let life pass us by and love on our love ones. Make memories everyday.
I nominate Rae R., who works with underprivileged inner city kids in Seattle. He held them to learn to be self sufficient food wise by teaching them how to grow food and harvest it, and to prepare it. It something some of us take for granted, having a garden and the means to buy seeds and grow tomatoes or cucumbers.
I nominate Allie T.. this lady radiates positivity. A true beam of light, that brightens those around her. Kind to every creature, passionate about our environment, uplifts and encourages personal greatness.
My nominee is my cousin, Jennifer. When she hears of a need, she’s there within minutes and goes beyond what’s expected. One of the most selfless people I know. She’s encouraged and inspired me and helped make 2016 the best year for me in a long time.
I nominate my sister, Mary. She volunteers many hours at the county Ag Center as a Master Gardener, answering residents’ questions and assisting them in their gardening needs.
I nominate my sister Susan who gives back to her community in so many ways. She holds positions on boards that really make a difference. She volunteers in education and animal rescue. She helps the trans community members and gives to help the poor.
I would like to nominate my dad Leslie, who runs a nonprofit organization in Memphis providing free medical care to mothers in unplanned pregnancies. He has empathy for everyone and turns no one away.
I am nominating my son Josh who has been standing up to the bullying going on at his school.
My cousin Cynthia is my best friend. She has always been like a sister and I love her.
My daughter Karen has a rare genetic disorder called Peutz-Jeghers syndrome. She has had numerous surgeries to remove polyps and adhesions. Things weren’t going well with her so she was referred to University of Nebraska Med Center for the intestinal rehab program. Being in constant pain, she pretty much remained in bed. But, she taught herself to crochet. Every appointment she goes to at the med center, she brings along a bag full of crocheted animals for the kids being treated by these wonderful doctors. Though she seldom sees any of the kids receive the toys, she hears the report from the staff. Besides her own physical problems, she also is the single mom of an autistic son. I am proud to call her my daughter.
My friend Sarah is one of those rare people who exudes a quiet, humble, kindness in every interaction. She went back to school a couple years ago to pursue a Masters in Social Work and she currently works at the Infectious Disease clinic at the local hospital helping clients with HIV/AIDS understand their medical and insurance options. In light of this year’s election, a lot of clients are reasonably concerned that funding will be cut for their life saving medications. In this time of grief and confusion, Sarah has made herself available, physically through her job, but also emotionally, crying alongside her clients as they work to hope together. She is a role model to me and I am so proud to call her a friend!
I want to nominate my mother, Pat Wake. She has been such an inspiration to me. She has taught me that education is something that can not be taken away. To enjoy the detours, she has been my teacher and friend always.
I would like to nominate my Mom. Her name is Josie. Just so you know, she really likes your tea with the turmeric in it. I think it would be nice for her to be recognized for the things that she does as my Mom,teacher, and friend. She works 2 jobs and does everything on her own Mom volunteers for my 4H club, and does an outdoor ed program for local kids to get outside. She pays for it herself. My Mom works in law, and is always fighting for people’s rights, especially for kids.
She is funny and smart. She likes nature and music. She is the best person I know. I told her she’s cool because she really helps me understand things in life. Your prize would be nice for her.
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I’m Troy and I nominate my Amazing girlfriend Lauren Bujorian.
She is such an inspiration. Lauren made the hard decision to place a child for adoption in 2013, and quickly became involved in an organization that provides support post placement for women who made the same difficult decision. She is studying to be a social worker so she can continue to help birthmoms & women pursuing adoption for their unplanned pregnancies. She runs an online support group, helps the agency host monthly meet ups, and facilitates a retreat. I’m beyond proud of her for all the hard work she does and for chasing her passions in life. She reminds to always pursue my dreams, and to keep going when I want to give up.
She also absolutely LOVES your tea!
I’m nominating my Dad….he’s 72 and retired….lives at the Jersey shore. After Hurricane Sandy, he joined a group that took care of the feral cats that were affected by the storm in Seaside Heights and Seaside Park. The group was compromised and dissolved because of some unethical people, and he fought to keep the organization alive. He turned it into a non-profit and it became a successful model program of TnR/Colony management. He went out every single morning…..heat, rain, snow…..at 5:30 am to tend to the cats…..feed them and make sure they were all accounted for. Unfortunately, the city got a new Mayor, who was not on board with continuing the program and the city officials wanted the cats out of town, which pointed to certain doom for the cats. My dad collaborated with an animal rescue in the area and managed to trap and relocate about 75 beach cats to a sanctuary farm where they can live out their lives happily. I knew he cared about animals and all life, but I never thought he’d go the distances he has to fight for animals the way he has.
I nominate Kristy…
Her and her mother (recently passed) are know for giving to the poor and homeless.. all year. Not just Christmas time. This year she is trying to make the same things happen, alone.
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My mom, a recent widow, has given up the last year to come and stay with us every couple weeks for the last 6 months as my husband traveled back and forth for a new job, and I’m 7 months pregnant now and she just recently helped us move over 700 miles driving, unpack, make 3 meals for our 3 kids and keeps the kitchen clean.
I nominate my 24yr old son, Joshua. I take care of my elderly disabled mother 24/7,which is very taxing on me as I’m also disabled. My son, made the decision to stay living with me, knowing that I physically can’t do somethings around the house and if I need physical help lifting or moving my mother. I am more grateful than he understands.
I nominate Emily Brown! She is helping women transform their lives and she is such an inspiration to me and all the women who are on their own wellness journeys!!
I would like to nominate my friend, Carlos Gomez. Many of my other friends live in other cities, but Carlos lived here in Rochester. He has taken me to many wonderful events and restaurants. Without him, I would have had a different life. He taught me that learning should never end and I am so grateful we are friends.
I nominate Ms Mary at The St Mary’s Catholic Church soup Kitchen, she is great, and she is helping homeless people every way she can.
I nominate Robin Martino Branco.This awesome woman is my best friend. She is such a inspiration to me, & others too. She never says anything negative about anyone.She is so uplifting, & has a very positive, caring attitude, no matter what. You don’t find people like Robin in a entire life time. I have been great friends with her since 3rd grade. We are now both 63 yrs old. 😊 I am so blessed to have her as my dear friend for all the years.
I nominate my daughter in love Stacie. She does so much for her family as well as others. She is always the first to help wherever needed. She is unselfish and loving to everyone around her. She will literally give someone the sweater off her back when she sees a need. She is a positive role model for young Moms and young married women.
I nominate my good friend Glynda Laing who gives and gives and gives to others. She sews wheelchair and walker bags for elders in nursing homes. Glynda is generous and kind to all those lucky enough to be in her life – her family, friends, neighbors, employees and strangers. She has a heart of gold.
I nominate my best friend Leigh for all the difference she makes taking care of her dad since losing her mom a year ago.
My mom Nancy crochet prayer shawls and scarfs. She passes the scarves out to seniors she sees that might need a little extra warmth. She takes the prayer shawls to the local churches and they give them out to people when they are hurting and need a warm hug and reminder that they are loved. My mom is the first to open the door for anyone and everyone and she always has a smile on her face and a hello on her lips. She gives back in those little ways and helps out as much as she can in other ways too.
Susan, my mom and my caretaker. She’s been taking care of me as I suffer from many chronic illnesses, not only does she take care of me, but she gives meals to people who need it, she always has plenty of food to go around to people who are in need. She’s my hero!
I nominate my mom, Lisa. She is battling brain cancer, and yet she never fails to think of others. She makes the most beautiful colored pictures and gives them to everyone she meets. She is always so positive and radiant. She is showing the world that no matter what life brings your way, you can be an overcomer!
Sue
She is a great friend, even though we don’t talk every data she is there for me no matter what, she will drop every thing to help some one.
I would like to nominate my family. My children and I go to local nursing homes and adult day centers caroling and handing out homemade cards and crafts to each resident. I schedule all the caroling events for the homeschool group I help run. The residents faces light up so bright seeing the kids.
I nominate my friend Jennifer Bagley. Jennifer is a Certified Nursing Assistant at a geriatric care home, studying to be a nurse. She literally feeds, cleans, clothes, and moves those who cannot almost every day of her week. Rather than taking vacations, she goes on international service trips to offer her medical skills to the most destitute; in the past year, she has visited both West Africa and Haiti, and will return to the latter next month. Amid all of this, she still finds time to regularly collect canned goods and hygiene supplies for local charities and promotes a Fair Trade lifestyle on her social media platforms. An angel without wings.
Justin, thank you for sharing Jennifer’s story! Your nomination has been selected as this week’s winner. Please check your email for information about how to claim the prize for you and Jennifer.
I nominate my friend, Aisling! Giving to others runs deep within her DNA. As a high school student, she started two programs to help other teens get involved with volunteering. The first brought 150 teen volunteers to work with sick kids at the Nemours/Alfred I duPont hospital for children. The second enlisted middle school children to donate needed school supplies for children in Africa and Afghanistan.
Her real passion lies with the Amigos de Jesus orphanage in Honduras. Between organizing fundraisers, and multiple mission trips to help the children, she truly makes a positive impact on the world.
To some people, a mission trip is something they go on to check a box on their bucket list and then return to their regular life. To Aisling, Amigos de Jesus is a part of her life, and she definitely has left a big piece of her heart there!
My mom has been working in the public libraries for over 20 years. As a youth librarian, she is committed to developing early literacy and numeracy skills in young people and supporting their families with the knowledge and resources to do the same. She is committed to promoting literacy and access to information for all and making the library a haven for all who use it. She has advocated for libraries at the state level and traveled to Washington D.C. to lobby for libraries nationally. She has argued for social workers to replace some security guards to support the many homeless people who rely on the resources of the library. She is constantly trying to gain new perspectives and create more inclusive spaces for all
My sister Judy has always made me laugh more than any other person could. She’s thoughtful and has always been open to knowing people in all shapes, sizes, colors, backgrounds, and beliefs. I believe she makes a difference to individuals in that simple way of hers; her acceptance. She’s now quite laid up with back pain and I’m thinking that tea is just the thing in the cold, darkness of winter, when she’s not feeling well.
I would like to nominate my son, Blake. When Blake was 16 years old, he gave the ultimate gift to his sister to save her life: his bone marrow. Thankfully, his sister is five years cancer free and is expecting her first child. Blake is an advocate for the bone marrow registry and encourages people to register to be potential donors.
I nominate Andy, the Director of Special Education at my previous school of employment. He is one of the best leaders I have worked with. He leads a team of special education teachers with transparency, honesty, and respect. He makes himself available to educate his teachers and gives them room to ask for help and guidance. He’s helps create a healthy and functional department. Because of his leadership, hundreds of students with the highest needs in underserved communities are being served by informed, passionate, and honest educators that truly serve in the best interest of students and families. It has been an honor to be able to learn from him! I truly miss his leadership and guidance.
I nominate my son who just became a police officer. The positive change he has shown me is his hard work and dedication in the 6 months he was in the police academy. Now he will serve to help and aid others.
I nominate my mother, Patt, who is the most inspiring and strongest woman I know. An advocate for children with learning disabilities, she has taught me patience,empathy, strength, passion, kindness and drive.
My husband being the man he is driving 160 miles a day to work .And working in the snow and twenty degree temperatures he is the building field .Yet still has time for family that takes a special man .
I nominate my sister,Ashley Follett. As kids we went to the humane society weekly to help our parents care for the pets there. As we got older we began taking our own friends to help with fundraising, cleaning,walking the dogs,etc. At age 35, Ashley now manages an office ,usually working 50+hours a week, yet continues to drive the 45 minutes every Saturday to the shelter. Once there she spends hours volunteering with any task needed. She has several dogs and cats she’s rescued herself at home, and cares for those at the shelter as if they were her own. She organizes fundraisers, posts pics to all social media outlets and around town,cleans,and helps out. She even drives around the state to puck up animals that have been brought in from other states and countries and transports them to the vet and shelter after work.her efforts have paid off,and she is proud to be part of one if the only shelters in the country with more people looking to adopt than pets needing homes! I couldn’t be any more proud of all the time and hard work she puts it weekly.
I nominate my mother, Anna, who is responsible for keeping my father’s spirits up while he’s in the hospital.
I nominate Pati. She works hard all day with children. She goes out of her way to help her co-workers. She stays after her job to make sure no one leaves alone, and then comes home to help me around the house. She also finds time to be with her Grandma for dinner so she does not have to eat alone one day a week. She never has time for herself and ALWAYS does things to help others. So I nominate my dear daughter for this.
I nominated my mom, Cynthia. She’s the rock of our family and has always been so supportive of me as I switched to a gluten free diet due to celiac disease. So proud to call myself her “mini-me.”
I am proud to nominate my daughter, Erica. This past year she volunteered over 100+ hours with a local children’s charity, volunteered over 70+ hours with another local charity to support a children’s hospital and adult home, maintained straight A’s in all honors classes, tutored older children struggling in their classes, and is still set to graduate high school 2 years early. And she has such a beautiful heart….when we ran into Santa yesterday at our local grocery store he asked her what her Christmas wish was….she immediately started sobbing and said the only thing she wanted was her brother home (he’s in the Army almost 3000 miles away and we just learned he won’t be able to make it this year). This young lady is truly my pride and joy and I cannot express enough how proud she makes me every single day! She loves listening to classical music and drinking hot tea, especially while studying or winding down from her hectic schedule, so this would be an extra special prize package for her. Thank you for considering her!
I nominate Thresha for always putting others before herself! She also volunteers her time at local charities.
JENNIFER RUTZ BABYSAT AMAYA LYNN MCDONOUGH SO HER MOM COULD GO TO WORK EVERDAY FOR 4YEARS EVEN EMERGENCY OVERTIME.SHE DID THIS FOR FREE SHE WAS NOT CMPENSATED IN ANYWAY.SHE KEPT HER FRIEND FROM GOING ON WELFARE AND SHE GOT HER COLLEGE DEGREE SO PROUD OF HER
I nominate my Mother Rosemary for her dedication to healing others. She has been a nurse for my entire life(36years). She has declined many offers to become the charge nurse or administrator because it would take her off the floor and away from her patients. She became a nurse not for money or job security, but because she is a compassionate person. She has worked 12 hour shifts for years on end, worked overnights for other years. Now in her 60s she works in dialysis clinics, she calls this her retirement! She has been a wonderful role model for me and my siblings.
Dominique Cloutier is making the world better by sharing her kn owledge with many others
I nominate Tawnie, my daughter. Tawnie is a Guaridan Ad Litem, she attends college so she can work in the Social Services field. She is a wonderful mother, wife and daughter. She struggles with Rheumatoid Arthritis (pain and joint deformity) and still pushes to become someone who can better the life of someone else. She has been such a blessing in many peoples life.
My mom. She’s my rock and someone I can talk about anything with. Always teaching and giving.
I nominate Priyanka Rai for being a tireless volunteer in the community,she completed one year of Americorps service helping little ones get ready for school working on their reading skills. She makes a positive impact by sharing her time,talent & energy with our community.
I nominate Kristy Ward of Aberdeen, WA.
She is an owner of a cleaning business, a care provider for the elderly, a mother, grandmother, devoted wife and a giving wonderful friend.
Kristy always helped her mother prepare gifts and carepackages to the needy. Partly because of her daughter’s help Mrs. Geen has received many area awards and numerous articles in the paper about her self-sacrificial help towards the needy. Kristy drove her mother to the stores all around town, and to deliver items. She cooked and cleaned for her aging paremts. Help decorate during the holidays. Kristy is supportive to all the friends she has.
Her mother was diagnosed with the “C” word years ago, and finally passed the year. Kristy has been there hrough all the doctors appointments and medicine runs. She helped her mother keep the same quality of life that she had before Cancer.
Kristy is still giving 110% trying to keep all of her and her mom’s commitments these years past.
If she is not the winner of this give away contest, there are a whole lot of folks in the Grays Harbor area that knows she is a winner anyway.
i nominate my mom, Julie – she keesp up with everything for the family, she gives back when she can and shes everyones rock
I’m nominating my spouse, Calshondra Williams. She’s always compassionate when it comes to helping others and she’s taught me great patience.
my wonderul wife who is finishing nursing school and working fulltime and raising two kids. Ya I help but she way more than me
I want to nominate my close friend, Yesenia Torres. I met her this summer when we were both placed here in the same homeless shelter, Haven for Hope. I am so fortunate to call her a friend and she is now a part of my family. If it wasn’t for her, I would have given up more than once instead of continuing to do everything possible to get out of this shelter and find a home for my kids and I. She helped me when I was struggling with my anxiety and depression and helped me to bring me back to reality when I wanted to just wish everything away. I don’t know what I would have done if she had not been put into my life. I love her and her children and I wish nothing but the best for them.
Would love to share with a friend. Thank you!!
My daughter, Renee Gardner, works with disabled individuals so they can live independent lives instead of having to live in nursing homes or institutions. She could go get a different job that pays more, but she likes to see the difference she makes in these individuals lives that she stays. She tries so hard to help the individuals live a full life the way they want to!
I want to nominate my husband Paul Carter, he’s been so supportive of my health issues. After being diagnosed with hashimotos he’s been there to give me encouragement, love, compassion and amazing support. We have been together almost 9 years and he’s changed my life. Given me a beautiful daughter and great life. He never complains about the changes we’ve had to make because of my health or get upset when plans change because I don’t feel well. I’m so grateful, blessed in awe of him and so in love.
I Nominate My Daughter Crystal Rose Peloquin for taking the initiative to Implement and Encourage a Much Needed Diet Change in Our Lives. Besides being a much medically Influenced Choice. She has … and is making it easier to phase out and transition over to a Vegan meal plan with her creativity and reseaching foods recipes etc. in order to Live a lil’ longer and content with this Decision for Better Health.
I nominate the director of the cat shelter I volunteer at. This lady Ellen Q works a demanding full time job and then comes home to do another full time hobby running a cat shelter for strays and other cats and kittens that need homes. The shelter is her home away from home where she delegated responsibilities for volunteers, insures all cats are healthy, makes sure they all get spay/neutered and vaccinated, then gets them forever homes. This past year we adopted out over 460 cats/kittens and counting. I have a picture of our billboard showing the list of the hundreds of cats we helped get homes for this year. With her dedication of time and often using her own money to provide for the cats she is so very deserving of this. Thank you for your consideration…
I nominate Judith Newman who has volunteered at a local hospital for over 25 years, working with sick children. She also is of retirement age but continues to work as a preschool teacher at a school-working well with children of all different backgrounds and social statuses
I’m nominating my husband Eric. He is seriously the most selfless caring person I know. We have never past a homeless person on the road without him stoping to ask that person what he can do to help. He loves harder than anyone else I know and so passionate about the things that matter most to him. He deserves so much more than I can give him!
I nominate my other half Nathan Amerson he has been making drastic positive changes in his life, the most important change he’s made is his, & our health. We no longer eat processed foods & are eating healthy & our bodies are showing improvement & we’re feeling lots better too. Thanks babe for all you do for us, I love you!
I nominate my mother in law Effie . She is an inspiration to everyone that she meets! She would give you the shirt off her back.💙is nice to everyone.!! Has worked hard all her life!!! This would be such a blessing to win for her!
Our family is a blended one, I had 3 daughters from my first marriage, and John had 1 daughter he had custody of. We had a daughter together 2 years ago. John has shown my daughters what a man is. How he loves his wife, and respects her, how he leads a family with grace and compassion and how to work hard to provide for his family. It was the first time my 3 had even seen a man act like a man. I nominate him for this. For the way he has never tried to be their father, or force himself into their lives, but instead just being there for them. Helping them learn to fight their own battles, teaching them how to change a tire or to care for the animals on the farm. It takes a true man to raise daughters that are not his blood, like they were. We are blessed for him and by his actions, his love and compassion, he will reach so many others through the little warriors we are raising.
My mom, Eleanor Puskas, makes a difference in our community everyday by being a positive influence and helping people out all the time! Thank you and Happy Holidays!!! <3
I nominate my mom, Guin. Despite getting injured on the job last year and as a result being unemployed for the past year; despite being sexually assaulted last year and not getting justice; despite losing both parents 3 months apart this year, she still is standing strong and helping others before herself. She has been helping others before herself for way to long. I would love to give her help for a change.
My friend Kitty is a great inspiration, she is a social justice activist who is so generous even though she herself does not have much. Her positive energy is contagious. 🙂
I would like to nominate the two ladies of Preemie Moms Rock! These ladies give their time to local hospital NICUs to provide parent-to-parent support and healthy food to the Moms who have babies in the NICU. They both had micro-preemies (Born weighing less than 2lbs) at the 25 week mark. It was their personal experience that lead them to start Preemie Moms Rock. The NICU nurses and doctors are WONDERFUL, but they haven’t actually gone through the experience of having a preemie. Once a month the ladies service 3 hospitals by bring in a healthy meal, healthy snacks, a fun craft and conversation. Having a preemie is something you can’t prepare for and these ladies make it a lot easier. They share their personal experiences, the highs and lows, the yummy food and fun crafts and they do it to help the Moms and Dads get through the tough times while their babies are in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Their actions and selflessness have made an overwhelmingly impact on the families that they serve. Their giving spirit shines bright and illuminates others! WE LOVE PREEMIE MOMS ROCK!
I nominate my friend Jeanne, she is a vegan. But she is an incredible person, she is positive and very helpful to everyone. Just making a big impact in her world.
My mother, Vicky. She has helped me remember to be patient with my little one and still to this day inspires me to be a better person on a daily basis…
I nominate Anita she is always there for me and my girls. She is always buying us stuff we need, she surprises the girls with little gifts. When I got shots in my back she took me, picked my daughter up from school, cleaned the house and cooked for us. She is always there for me. I love her as a sister.
I would enjoy and share my winnings
I nominate Brianna. She gives people hope in faith!
Aileen Ramirez
She has truly guide me through life. Letting me know its okay to cry and how important it is to let it out…how its okay to be angry but how you react to it what proves how mature you are. She loss her only son at a young age and during that hard time she stood her grounds she was hurt and sad but she still push through life daily… she truly open my eyes to a whole new world…i admire her strength her love her kindness and well her
Jeffrey, he’s the kindest person ever, always helping whoever he can. He’s the best dad and the best husband.
I nominate my mom Debbie she’s always been there when I needed her the most.
My friend Beverly has a positive impact on my life. She has helped me through so much. Physically, emotionally and even helped evacuate our animals during a massive flood in 2015 and opened her doors (and yard) to us. I can talk to her about anything and never feel judged. She is like a mother figure to me as well as a friend. I lost my mom in 1998 and having her in my life now (better late then never!) is a blessing.