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Christmas Outreach for Ruff Wilson Youth Organization

As the holiday season is upon us, we have 20 local children needing help with Christmas gifts. The goal at Ruff Wilson Youth Organization in Daphne is to provide $150 in either Target or Walmart gift cards to the parents for each of these children so there will be gifts under the tree. During these tough economic times, this may very well be the only gift the children receive this year. The deadline for donations is 12/1/24 to allow enough time for parents to shop.
Financial contributions in any amount are very much appreciated. Just click "I Can Help" and donating instructions will be sent. Thank you so much for helping make Christmas special for the children in our community.

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Recently Filled Needs

Gas Cards Needed for Robertsdale Elementary Family

A Robertsdale Elementary single disabled parent is struggling financially and needs help paying for gas. We would like to gift this parent $100 in gas cards. After completing the response form you will receive a link to make an online donation - any amount is appreciated. neighborhood bridges will purchase the gas cards and deliver them to the school. Thank you for offering some relief to this family.

Beds Needed for Daphne Students

Two Daphne students have been unexpectedly placed in the care of a relative. Their caregiver does not have beds for them and they are currently sleeping on an air mattress. Two twin beds, mattresses and bedding are needed so that these young girls can be as comfortable as possible during a very difficult time. Please click I Can Help for donating instructions.

Homeless student in need of shoes at DMS

We have a homeless student in need of shoes at Daphne Middle, as he has outgrown/worn out his current shoes. The family is currently living in a hotel and does not have the means to purchase these types of items for the kids at the moment. I asked what his preferred shoes would be if he could choose and he requested light blue Crocs and black Adidas or Puma sneakers (mens size 9). Middle school can be a challenging time for anyone to fit in and in this particular circumstance it can mean a great deal to a student to have the "cool" items that everyone else is wearing. Please consider helping us boost this young man's self esteem. Items may be delivered or dropped off to Daphne Middle School 1 Jody Davis Circle Attn: Emily Ponder, School Social Worker.
Thanks so much for spreading kindness in our community!

Snacks needed for Fairhope Middle School Students

Requesting your support for providing snacks for our middle school students. As part of our efforts to ensure that all students stay energized and focused throughout the school day, we are hoping to collect snacks that can be made available during breaks or after-school programs. Snack options; individual bags of smart pop popcorn, chips, crackers, slim jims, etc.

Also, bottled water would be very helpful as many students forget their reusable water bottles.

If you are able to donate or contribute to this effort, it would be greatly appreciated by both the students and staff. Please drop off at Fairhope Middle School Attn: Rachel

Elberta Elementary Student Needs a Pair of Shoes

Elberta 6th grade boy is in need of new tennis shoes, youth size 3; any color would be appreciated. Shoes can be shipped or delivered to Elberta Elementary School, ATTN: Ms. Smith, 25820 US Highway 98, Elberta, AL 36530. Thanks for showing kindess to this student!

Robertsdale Elementary Family Needs a Tire and Gas Cards

Single parent of Robertsdale Elementary students has been unemployed for 2 months. She needs a new tire ($120 installed) for her car - she is currently using the donut spare. The car is needed to be able to look for employment and to transport her two young children. We would also like to bless this mom with $100 in gas cards. Donations in any amount up to $220 are appreciated. After completing the response form you will receive a link via email to donate online. neighborhood bridges will purchase the tire and gas cards for the family. Thank you for your kindness.

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About Baldwin County

Andy Burton - Area Director

A resident of Fairhope since 1971, Andy is the original owner of Andrees Wine, Cheese & Things. She is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University with a degree in culinary arts, worked as a personal chef for many years and was also an adjunct professor at the culinary school in Gulf Shores. Andy’s involvement with neighborhood bridges started when saw needs posted on Facebook and began donating. In 2021 she became an Area Director and is happy to be a conduit for kindness. Andy has one son and two grandchildren. In her free time she enjoys playing bridge and traveling the world.

Dena Pittman - Area Director

A lifelong resident of Baldwin County, Dena is an associate broker with Coldwell Banker Reehl Properties. She has been a local Realtor for over 25 year meeting the housing needs of the community. Upon learning about Neighborhood Bridges, Dena immediately felt compelled to meet the needs of local children in the school system through donations. In 2021, she was appointed as Area Director, along with Andy and Lori, with plans to expand Neighborhood Bridges to every school in Baldwin County in the near future. Serving daily through kindness is so very important, as we live in such a giving community. Dena has 2 children, Whitney and Hayden who attended Spanish Fort schools. Whitney now works in the music industry and lives in Nashville, while Hayden is a college football player and student at UAB in Birmingham.

Lori Terral - Area Director

I have been a resident in Fairhope since 2004. It is truly a pleasure to call Fairhope my home, I wanted to see this community thrive and do what we can to make it the best it can be. Neighborhood Bridges is a wonderful outreach of kindness to the children in our community, that is all done anonymously. I was asked to be an area director along with two other ladies. It has been so exciting to see how giving our community is, so many needs have been filled already. I am a graduate of LSU, and have been a stay at home mom. I am married to Gregg Terral and I have 4 grown children. I also have one beautiful granddaughter!

Miranda Schrubbe - Area Director

A Birmingham native, Miranda is a community volunteer living in Fairhope. She worked as a medical social worker before becoming a full-time mother. Following her husband’s service in the U.S. Navy, Miranda and her family settled in Baldwin County, where she has been involved in several local nonprofit organizations. A long-time advocate for the local public schools and students, Miranda is honored to be a part of neighborhood bridges --- helping behind the scenes and serving as the Area Director for the Foley and Elberta communities. She is married to Dr. Ben Schrubbe; they have 3 adult children – Hannah, Georgia and Adam.

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