Mike Morrell says “It is amazing how many big hearted people there are doing extraordinary things to help children & families each day.”
Doctor Tomás Morales, President of California State University of San Bernardino, will be recognized.
Carl M. Dameron founder and creative director of Dameron Communications will also be recognized. Photo by Robert A. Whitehead/CSUSB
Redlands, Calif. – The Unforgettables Foundation will host its 5th Annual Heart Awards Luncheon on Friday, February 12th at the Fox Event Center in downtown Redlands. The Foundation will honor the exceptional volunteers, service groups and companies that care for and give to children, families and the less fortunate across Inland Southern California.
California State Senator Mike Morrell did not envision how successful the Unforgettable Hearts Awards would be five years ago when he and Unforgettables Founder Tim Evans mapped out the idea over a lunch in mid December 2011. Morrell says “It is amazing how many big hearted people there are doing extraordinary things to help children & families each day.”
This February 12 at 11am at The Fox Theatre in Redlands, another list of 60 ‘Unforgettable Hearts’ from across San Bernardino and Riverside Counties will join a previous alumni group of over 200 individuals, foundations & business’. The title sponsor is Alaina Matthews of Highland.
Doctor Tomás Morales, President of California State University of San Bernardino, will be recognized, as will 11-year old Faith Powell of Highland and Tyler Nguyen of Rialto, and Anne Rogan of Rogan Building Services in Riverside.
Recipients from 25 different Inland Empire towns example the power of people to do good, like Dameron Communication’s Carl Dameron of San Bernardino and Margaret Muller of Yucaipa who’s idea Knots of Love has created almost 300,000 knit caps to cover the heads of cancer patients.
Over 200 community members have received the Heart Award honor already. One special honor called the Unforgettable Summer Austin Award is given to worthy recipients for exemplary financial commitment to The Unforgettables Foundation. The award honors John & Judy Austin, formerly from Redlands, and their daughter, Summer, who died at the age of 20. Their dedication to the cause has helped raise over $250,000 for families not able to afford to bury their children.
Many local politicians will be present to congratulate the chosen recipients from across the region, including keynote speaker Mike Morrell, Assemblypersons Marc Steinorth and Cheryl Brown and San Bernardino County Supervisors James Ramos and Josie Gonzales and Janice Rutherford-Lim.
Tickets to the event are $75 pre-registration and $85 at the door. Tables of 10 can be purchased and sponsorships are available. Please call 909-335-1600 to reserve your seats.
About The Unforgettables Foundation
The Unforgettables Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization founded by Timothy Evans in 1999. During a decade of clinical ministry to children and their families, Evans assisted families with many crises surrounding the death of a child-not the least of which are the financial burdens experienced by families with limited resources. For 16+ years the organization has provided burial assistance for more than 5,000 families in Southern California. It is the mission of the organization that every family that goes through the terrible tragedy of losing a child should be able to afford a dignified burial. For more information please call 909-335-1600.
(Riverside, CA) The deadline for the Inland Empire American Advertising competition, honoring the best professional and student advertising from 2015 is February 5. Sponsored by the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Inland Empire Chapter, the contest recognizes excellence in advertising from professional organizations and college students throughout the region.
The competition is part of the national American Advertising Awards with over 40,000 entries in about 200 local contests. Winners from the Inland Empire will move up to district competition where they will compete with winners from other areas including Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, Palm Springs, Santa Barbara and Las Vegas. Winners from the fifteen district competitions qualify for the national finals.
The late deadline is February 12, with a $10 late fee. The awards gala will be held at the Historic Mission Inn Hotel in Riverside on March 18.
To learn more about the contest and how to enter the competition, visit www.aaf-inlandempire.com/addys. Early registration is also open for the awards gala. Contact Contest Chair Mark Landon, (909) 730-4272.
John McCarthy expert on digital marketing will discuss the hottest 2016 marketing and advertising channels
(Rancho Cucamonga, CA) A local expert on digital marketing will discuss the hottest 2016 marketing and advertising channels at a luncheon at the Old Spaghetti Factory in Rancho Cucamonga on Thursday, Jan. 21, 11:30am-1pm. It is open to the public.
John McCarthy, Vice President of Digital Solutions at Ignite Design and Advertising in Ontario began his career with 10 years in traditional marketing and spent the last 15 years specializing in digital marketing. He is a seasoned Internet strategist with experience as a brand manager, online marketing manager, business development officer, marketing director and vice president of marketing.
He has held positions at Transamerica, Countrywide Insurance, Bruce Clay, Inc., Revana Digital (formerly WebMetro) and international ecommerce retailer iHerb. He is a past president of the American Advertising Federation-Inland Empire Chapter that always new the cost to fix your foundation .Manny volunteers for the Riverside Robotics Club where his son is an active member.
Tickets are $30 in advance by registering at http://aaf-inlandempire.com/ or $35 at the door. To learn more contact John McCarthy, (909)263-0454.
(Riverside, CA) The deadline for the Inland Empire American Advertising competition, honoring the best professional and student advertising from 2015 is February 5. Sponsored by the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Inland Empire Chapter, the contest recognizes excellence in advertising from professional organizations and college students throughout the region.
The competition is part of the national American Advertising Awards with over 40,000 entries in about 200 local contests.
Winners from the Inland Empire will move up to district competition where they will compete with winners from other areas including Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, Palm Springs, Santa Barbara and Las Vegas. Winners from the fifteen district competitions qualify for the national finals.
The late deadline is February 12, with a $10 late fee. The awards gala will be held at the Historic Mission Inn Hotel in Riverside on March 18.
To learn more about the contest and how to enter the competition, visit www.aaf-inlandempire.com/addys.
Early registration is also open for the awards gala. Contact Contest Chair Mark Landon, (909) 730-4272.
Youth Action Project Founder and CEO, Joseph Williams, the goal for this YAP TALKS is to talk about Dr. King’s philosophies and principles in the context of what can be done today.
San Bernardino, Calif. – On Friday, January 15, 2016, Youth Action Project will host YAP TALKS in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at San Bernardino Valley College in the Library Viewing room. Doors open at 6:00pm
YAP TALKS the best water softener in style event where four speakers each captivate the audience in 18 minutes or less with powerful monologues. According to Youth Action Project Founder and CEO, Joseph Williams, the goal for this YAP TALKS is to talk about Dr. King’s philosophies and principles in the context of what can be done today. The lineup includes
Enrique Murillo, Professor at California State San Bernardino and Director of Latino Education Advocacy Days
Johnathan Buffong, co-founder of Buffong Consulting and Mental Health Consultant with the County of San Bernardino
Lolita Lyles, Professor at California State Long Beach
Dennis Brown, as the “Voice of King”
The event will also feature a special performance by R&B sensation, as seen on The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Voice, Abraham McDonald. The aim of the event is to inspire community members young and old to take positive action toward building a healthy and vibrant San Bernardino. The YAP TALKS will be like no other event in honor of Dr King’s legacy says YAP CEO Joseph Williams.
About Youth Action Project. Inc.
The Youth Action Project, Inc. (YAP) started in 1998 as a youth-driven project to allow youth to identify the issues that mattered most to young people and to provide an avenue for them to develop plans to address those issues. YAP’s mission is to connect San Bernardino’s youth to opportunities that allow them to develop the skills and habits needed to experience economic and social success.
For more information about the Youth Action Project and/or if you are interested in making a financial donation, please visit YAP’s website at www.youthactionproject.org
After the Breakfast the celebration will reconvene at The Dr. Martin Luther King Statue at San Bernardino City Hall at 300 North D Street, at approximately 10:30 a.m. photo by Carl Dameron
The Inland Empire Concerned African American Churches, hosts the 36th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer Breakfast to be held on January 18th at 7:30am at California State University Coussoulis Arena, in San Bernardino.
We invite the entire city to join us at our new location, Cal State University San Bernardino, come out and help us salute a man’s whose legacy continues to thrive in our hearts as we work together to build a better world.
This year we are asking all to join us in a spectacular reenactment of a “Civil Rights Freedom Ride” to City Hall on OmniTrans sbX bus for our after breakfast festivities at approximately 10:30am for the program and our “March’ around the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. statue located in front of San Bernardino City Hall. Guided by our own 6th Ward Council member Rikke Van Johnson.
OmniTrans has so graciously provided coupons to travel from Cal State University San Bernardino, to City Hall and back, to culminate our celebration activities as we traditionally do in a final “March” around the statue. This year’s program feature includes, Patrick Jewett renowned artist, who will tell you short stories about Dr. Rosa Parks and her contribution to the civil rights era and also his endeavor to commemorate her memory. Mrs. Vickie Lee-Nichols will render and explosive drama rendition depicting the periods of which the civil rights and recent tragedies have given us hope!
Please contact our office at 909-474-7036 to purchase a ticket or table for the breakfast, or to sign up for a coupon for the “Civil Rights Freedom Ride”. We are still accepting sponsorship especially tables to be provided for youth. This is an educational opportunity event you will not want to miss, your youth, or family to lose out on. A generational experience, to treasure for years to come!
The bus route map can be found on the back of our latest fliers, and coupons can be received with a ticket purchase, or prior notification by contacting the office to sign up.
“The Salvation Army and a group of more than 20 community volunteers handed out food and toys to 455 families with about 1,400 children on Thursday, Dec. 17 and Friday, Dec. 18. The crew helping with this distribution included (front row), Lorena Montero, Lt. Kathleen Griffiths (assistant corps officer), Sara Lopez, Alfredo Lemus, Jeremiah Hamilton, Mara Koebel, Monica Ramos, Maria Otero, Michelle Osborn, Dulce Gonzalez, Jay Matthew (back row), Trevor Bierns, Monica Ayala, Emanuel Cribley, Jose Mota, Vince Estebeme, Jacqueline Cortes, Jennifer Quiroga, Maricruz Tafoya, Michelle Rosales, and Rosalinda Soto.
(SAN BERNARDINO, CA) The San Bernardino Salvation Army Corp (www.salvationarmyusa.org) of San Bernardino blessed 455 families this week with holiday gifts.
Thursday, Dec 17 and Friday, Dec. 18, The Salvation Army and community volunteers handed out food boxes, Stater Bros. gift certificates and toys to 455 families who otherwise would not have had a great Christmas. The families include about 1,400 children.
This was really a community-wide effort, noted Lt. Kathleen Griffiths, assistant corps officer, as she assisted a team of more than 20 volunteers in distributing the gifts.
“We care a great deal about the people of San Bernardino and nearby communities,” Lt. Griffiths said. “So we ask the community what they can give, and what the community gives we give to those who are in need.”
At the same time, corps officers Maj. Daniel Henderson and Capt. Anya Henderson told the Christmas story to hundreds of people in the families who were blessed.
Lt. Griffiths noted the Salvation Army uses a screening process to determine those who will benefit from the gift distribution. Those who know they will need help during the holiday season apply in October and November, and as many as the Salvation Army can accommodate are selected in late November. In 2015 nearly all of those who asked for assistance received it.
The Salvation Army is still accepting gifts for specific children at the Giving Tree at the Inland Center Mall in San Bernardino. Food donations are also needed for more food baskets and for the Salvation Army’s annual Christmas dinner on Christmas Day.
The Salvation Army San Bernardino Corps has distributed holiday gifts to those in need for longer than almost anyone can remember, starting before it moved to its former location on Fifth Street in 1950. It has been helping people in San Bernardino since first opening the San Bernardino Corps in 1887.
About the Salvation Army San Bernardino Corps
The Salvation Army may be able to provide emergency services including food; lodging for homeless or displaced families; clothing and furniture; assistance with rent or mortgage and transportation when funds are available. The Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network (SATERN) assists rescue workers and evacuees in such disasters as fires.
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church, and also offers evangelical programs for boys, girls and adults. One of the largest charitable and international service organizations in the world, The Salvation Army has been in existence since 1865 and in San Bernardino since 1887, supporting those in need without discrimination. Donations may always be made online at www.salvationarmyusa.org or by calling 1-(800)-SAL-ARMY. Our local number is (909) 888-1336.
(SAN BERNARDINO, CA) It might seem like a very small gesture, but participating in The Salvation Army’s Giving Tree will make this season memorable for children in need.
“Just pick up a Angel Giving Tree tag and buy a needy child the gift listed on the tag! The Angel Giving Tree matches donors with hundreds of children who are relying on The Salvation Army this year to bring them a Merry Christmas,” said Major Daniel Henderson, Corps officer for the San Bernardino Salvation Army.
The San Bernardino Corps already has plans to set up two Angel Giving Trees this year, one at Inland Center Mall, and the other at the Wal-Mart store on Hallmark Parkway. Donations received here help The San Bernardino Salvation Army Corps provide toys to children from 600 disadvantaged families in San Bernardino, Rialto, Highland, Grand Terrace, Colton, Fontana and Bloomington.
“You can support our Giving Tree by visiting our table in the Inland Center Mall from Friday, November 27th to December 24th,” said Major Henderson.
Shoppers wishing to participate in the Giving Tree will find cards attached to the Giving Tree. These cards include the names and wish lists of needy children whose families cannot afford to buy gifts. Shoppers simply pluck a tag off the Giving Tree and head for the appropriate store to purchase their gift donations. Shoppers keep the card as an ornament to hang on their own Christmas tree, reminding them of their good deed.
“This is a great way to start a tradition with your own family, by selecting a gift for a needy child together. The gifts are based on their individual wishes and for some children, it may be the only gift they receive all year,” said Major Henderson.
“Soccer balls, dolls and clothes are just a few items on each child’s wish list,” said Major Henderson. “Shoppers who participate in the program are encouraged to shop for more than what is needed on the list. I can’t think of a better way for local people including business owners and managers to help the community and spread the spirit of Christmas.”
The Salvation Army is looking for other business owners and managers who would like to have a tree at their place of business for employees and/or customers.
To host a Giving Tree in San Bernardino, Colton, Grand Terrace, Rialto, Bloomington, Muscoy or Highland, call (909) 888-1336.
The Salvation Army Corps in other areas of the Inland Empire also collect toys. Some will have trees, while others will accept donations at their Corps headquarters.
About the Salvation Army San Bernardino Corps
The Salvation Army may be able to provide emergency services including food; lodging for homeless or displaced families; clothing and furniture; assistance with rent or mortgage and transportation when funds are available. The Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network (SATERN) assists rescue workers and evacuees in such disasters as fires.
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church, and also offers evangelical programs for boys, girls and adults. One of the largest charitable and international service organizations in the world, The Salvation Army has been in existence since 1865 and in San Bernardino since 1887, supporting those in need without discrimination. Donations may always be made online at www.salvationarmyusa.org or by calling 1-(800)-SAL-ARMY. Our local number is (909) 888-1336.
Volunteers serve Thanksgiving Dinner at The Salvation Army: Serving on the food line (left to right) is Nancy Veaegas, Niyahn Summey, Walt Summey, and Robert Sanchez. We are ready for Christmas Dinners.
(SAN BERNARDINO, CA) The San Bernardino Salvation Army Corp (www.salvationarmyusa.org) invites everyone to join them at two events to celebrate Christmas.
The first of these is a Christmas Eve Service, 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. Then it will serve a Christmas Dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Christmas Day.
Both events will take place at the San Bernardino Corps’ new location, 2626 Pacific Avenue in San Bernardino.
“We love San Bernardino and The Salvation Army has served its people since first opening the San Bernardino Citadel Corps in 1887,” Major Daniel Henderson. “Just as much today as ever, Jesus Christ loves them. In the Christmas story, we will explain how Christ showed his love by coming to live among us more than 2,000 years ago.”
The Christmas Eve Service and Christmas Dinner follow a busy season of charitable activity for the San Bernardino Salvation Army Corps.
Even before Thanksgiving, it began its annual “Red Kettle” campaign, during which bell ringers were stationed throughout San Bernardino, Highland, Fontana, Rialto, Colton and Bloomington. These bell-ringers collected cash donations to help with The Salvation Army’s holiday and year-round programs.
On Thanksgiving Day, the San Bernardino Corps, and many other Corps in the Inland Empire hosted Thanksgiving dinners. The San Bernardino Corps has served as many as 800 people in years past.
The day after Thanksgiving, the San Bernardino Corps of the Salvation Army set up “Angel Giving Trees” at Inland Center Mall and at the San Bernardino Wal-Mart, with the Christmas wishes of needy children. Other Corps also were collecting toys for children in their areas, either with their own holiday “Angel Giving Trees” at local shopping centers, or by accepting donations at the Corps offices.
The week before Christmas, volunteers will assemble holiday gift baskets and present them to selected needy families. The gift baskets will include non-perishable food, and gift certificates they can use at local grocery stores. The families with children will also receive toys at this distribution.
Other Salvation Army Corps in the Inland Empire also have plans for Christmas and New Year’s.
The Hemet Corps, located at 340 S. Palm Ave. in Hemet, will celebrate the season with a Christmas play during its regular service, 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 20. It will serve a Christmas dinner to Hemet area homeless people, 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 21.
Hemet Corps also is planning a candlelight Christmas eve 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. On New Year’s Eve, Thursday, Dec. 31, it will host a New Year’s Eve party for all ages from 8 p.m. to midnight.
The Redlands Corps, 838 Alta. St, will host a Christmas Eve Dinner for “anyone and everyone” on Thursday, Dec. 24 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
About the Salvation Army San Bernardino Corps
The Salvation Army may be able to provide emergency services including food; lodging for homeless or displaced families; clothing and furniture; assistance with rent or mortgage and transportation when funds are available. The Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network (SATERN) assists rescue workers and evacuees in such disasters as fires.
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church, and also offers evangelical programs for boys, girls and adults. One of the largest charitable and international service organizations in the world, The Salvation Army has been in existence since 1865 and in San Bernardino since 1887, supporting those in need without discrimination. Donations may always be made online at www.salvationarmyusa.org or by calling 1-(800)-SAL-ARMY. Our local number is (909) 888-1336.
Christine and Cayleigh: Christine Stutson (Center), from San Bernardino and her daughter Cayleigh Brown 13 (left), were among those who help fill the basket assigned to Scout William Anderson 11(right), who attends Little Mountain Elementary School.
(SAN BERNARDINO, Calif.) – Boy Scouts from the Inland Empire have recently collected 7,100 lbs. – almost four tons – of food for The Salvation Army, San Bernardino Corps.
“That was a lot of food, and we need it,” said Major Daniel Henderson, corps officer. “But we would appreciate your donations of food as well, because this amount is less than it has been some years.”
“We use this food primarily in the 600 gift boxes we give to area families in need at Christmas, and it will also help supplement our daily meal program, including special holiday meals we are serving on Christmas Day,” he added. “You can drop food off at our new headquarters building, 2626 Pacific Street in Highland.”
In December, the San Bernardino Corps assembles holiday food baskets for more than 600 local families. Canned food donations received from the Boy Scouts will be included in those baskets along with a $10 gift card to Stater Bros. for a Turkey. In addition to the holiday baskets, a delicious Christmas Dinner is served on Christmas Day to those in need.
