Project LAMB serving humanity around the world.

 

Project LAMB

 

Hello everyone. Mila Grzelak and I are in the continual process of gathering slightly loved toys and clothing for orphanages and adults. As we are in the process of assembling these items, we’re seeking individuals who have the means of transporting or can arrange for these proceeds to be shipped overseas. We are eager to connect with like minded humanitarian organizations or individuals to assist us in ascertaining exact destinations for these donations.

If you have any connections or wish to assist us in our endeavours of providing aid, please do not hesitate to contact myself @ 905.717.1797 or Mila @ 416.300.7406.

Thank you for assisting us in contributing to the world in a wonderful way; your compassionate charity and time are greatly appreciated!

Collecting daily

Hello everyone. Mila & I have been busy collecting and packing clothing, toys and bedding. We are working side by side with Dr. Roland Estrabillo to augment some of the desperate needs of so many in Ghana Africa. We've been able to ship approximately 75 boxes because of your grand efforts to ensure donations reached us on time. Blessings and gratitude are yours.

Mila & I are thrilled to share that we have sent 45 boxes of clothing to Afghanistan. As well, because of such generous donations we were able to load three vans and have passed them along to Women Shelters in Ontario. Our most gracious thanks to those who have opened their hearts and closets to cloth those in need. We look forward to your continuing support.

Wool Donation Works MIRACLES!

Mila & I would like to thank Mrs. Leo for donating several boxes of wool. Her generosity has assisted the "Ladies of the Legion" with knitted pieces going to clients of Casey House. Eight community clients of Casey house have been identified to receive these heart filled gifts. Some who are palliative and others with HIV positive related health and life issues. The impact of one person's generosity is immense. I hope anyone reading this email that has any unused wool or yarn or knows someone that does, they will find it in their hearts to donate. The love you share will come back to you time and time again. Blessings, Rev. Laura

Letter: "Hi Ladies - hope this email finds you well. I wanted to send you a quick note from the "Ladies from the Legion" that you donated the wool to. They have been overwhelmed by your generosity and truly appreciate how amount of wool they received, but more importantly they quality of wool. They have informed me that they 'never imagined they would receive this type of donation!!!' So please know they are all very busy knitting and crocheting like mad - once they have completed some projects they will forward a picture of what they have done with your donations. Sincerely, K. Dunn"

90 years old and still making a difference!

Now an interesting story yet to be told begins with a woman named Gladys Morris. Gladys is 90 years old and full of fervor and zeal. It was a pleasure speaking with Gladys the other day as she indulged me with fascinating stories, particularly about the Tobermory Thrift shop - the reason I called.

Before I enlighten you with the details, let me tell you about Gladys. Gladys was born, raised and has to this day lived her entire life in Tobermory Ontario. Full of pride she affirms “I’m the granddaughter of the first white man that came to live in Tobermory.” Born into a family of pioneers, Gladys continues to lead the way. She married a Toronto man, boasts 4 children, is an associated RENS World War 2 Veteran, has been a community worker all her life, council member and welfare officer to name a few awe inspiring achievements that only skims her dossier. Especially for a woman of her era, critiquing her efforts and the contribution she’s made underscores the relevance of her determination and fortitude.

Gladys was an avid reader before she went blind. Her thirst for knowledge led her through numerous thrift shops rummaging around for the next book to peruse. Unbenounced to her, the Tobermory Thrift shop was already spiritually afoot. The United Settlement Church had been vacant for two years and Gladys thought how brilliant it would be to turn it into a Thrift Shop. “You’ll give everything away” laughed the Board of Stewards when Gladys presented her idea, but she persisted and along with Marion Dean prepared all the amazing donations for their grand opening. To their astonishment the Thrift Shop took in $300.00 the first day! Both Gladys and Marion camaraderie continued for many years each volunteering their time on respective days per week. Her giggle made me smile as she recalled how she and Marion, with every ounce of strength pulled a gargantuan bed with drawers into the store only to sell it hours later. “We had a lot of fun!” her voice smiled. Today the monies acquired through the Thrift Shop are disseminated for The United Church’s general expenses together with a benevolent fund. The salvation of everyone’s efforts is that the Thrift shops donates to those individuals in need and have many dedicated volunteers actively working to move these donations forward. “No one in need will ever be turned away” affirms Gladys, “even if someone couldn't afford to buy something, they would be encouraged to accept it as a gift.”

Now although legally blind Gladys continues to do all her own cooking and lives independently. For her 90th birthday she told family and friends that she didn’t want any gifts but asked if they would bring her a donation for the food bank - this would be the birthday present that would keep on giving. Well folks, you guessed it; Gladys's selfless request stocked an entire food bank!

Congratulations Gladys, your idea of some 20+ years ago blossomed in so many ways. Your compassionate effort carries on.  Gladys Morris is an extraordinary woman who continually made a difference!

Thrift Shop Donates to Women’s Shelter

There are always heart filled people who share a common spirit, concern and commitment to making the world a nicer place and that’s the volunteers at the Tobermory Thrift Shop. The Tobermory Thrift Shop made an enormous donation of 50 large green garbage bags to the Women’s Shelter in Kleinburg. Volunteers at the thrift shop worked hard at packing donations and thanks to Roger, the man who coordinated the undertaking Project Lamb was able to deliver the donations that were chock-full of women’s and children’s clothing. Project Lamb’s volunteers offered their truck and time in order to deliver each and every donation to The Women’s Shelter in time for their Toy & Clothing Drive.

ETA (Empower Through Achievement) VAUGHAN WOMEN'S SHELTER AND OUTREACH CENTRE mission is to empower women from all dimensions of life in order to rediscover themselves, providing a 24 hour safe environment and opportunities to build their strengths, skills and self worth. ETA provides highly qualified counseling, emotional support, resource tools and referrals, outreach along with workshops and various programs. Project LAMB'S donations were affectionately sorted, packed and given to those women and children in need.

CRISIS LINE: 1.877.382.1888 / EMERGENCY SHELTER: 905.893.8887 / EMAIL: eta@etavaughan.com

Project LAMB & Dr. Simone in partnership aiding the poor.

Hello everyone. On your behalf, Project LAMB continues to be hard working, diligently collecting and delivering donations to the poor and unfortunate.

Together with Dr. Estrabillo we collectively delivered three vans jam-packed of donations to Dr. Simone’s Aid organization. Dr. Simone is a principled compassionate man who has surrendered to the service of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Dr. Simone has a 24 hour mission of compassionate volunteers giving hours of painstakingly time to serving the needy around the world. Dr. Simone presently ships donations to 22 destitute destinations funded solely through the generosity of others. Because the needs of the poor remain so vast and comprehensive, Dr. Simone continuously accepts donations. Project Lamb has linked forces with Dr. Simone and will continue to whole heartedly collect and forward donations to his charity on your behalf.

Also desperately needed are Vitamins, Minerals such as salt, Protein foods such as milk powder, meat, fish, beans, lentils, split peas and Energy foods such as rice, flour, biscuits, candy, sugar and oil. Volunteers are always needed at the warehouse! Blessings.

You can deliver donations to the Warehouse: Mon to Fri - 7:00 am to 12:00 noon, 258 Lakeshore Rd., East, Mississauga, 416.274.9231258

Assisting Father Marco in clothing the poor.

Good day! We are always called to serve in one capacity or another. Mila & I had the privilege of enjoying a brief fun filled association with Father Marco Bagnavol from the Consolata Missionaries.

Mila & I prepared and donated on your behalf over 120 boxes of toys, shoes and clothing, blankets and books. Father Marco was absolutely thrilled to blaze the wind and snow - one of the blusteriest coldest days of the year - as we eagerly filled up his van. He was enthusiastic that the Consolata volunteers would be able to quickly sort and pack your donations for the poor and needy in Ontario as well as Kenya, Ethiopia, and Mongolia. Father Marco was certainly a delight with his robust fervor of love and appreciation for the donations that were behold’ in.

Now you might think that a small or insignificant item or piece of clothing won't aid anyone but it could be exactly what a person who has little or nothing needs. It's truly reasonable to consider donating small - because a lot of 'smalls' once combined become something really 'big'. A community heart filled donation. Your one simple action of donating immediately benefits another needy individual. You may want to ask yourself, “why am I holding on so tight to something I don't need?" You can answer that question by simply stopping what you're doing and think for a moment of the shirt, jacket or toy that's packed away or hiding out in your basement that you could donate – then get up and go get it and put it by the door for your donation – this action will lead you to discover the satisfaction of truly helping others by taking a couple of minutes to reflect and experience the pure joy of giving from the heart.

Please do remember that the poor are not always visible - it's also the person down the street who just lost their job or home or family. Or perhaps it’s an individual that’s recovering from the ruins of drug or alcohol addiction and reestablishing their lives once again. Your compassionate donations extend to so many!

Then there is the 'poor' in spirit. Reach out and love someone today even if you think they don't deserve it. It's rather easy to love someone who loves you back, but it's unconditional love if you love someone who might not reciprocate. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain!

Smile – it’s considered the most rewarding donation. It can also warm a troubled heart.

Blessings & gratitude, Rev. Laura

Dropping Off Donations