I was asking around to my friends about how I haven't heard of any coat drives this year, when it's been darn cold here in Northern California. One of the sweetest and smartest gals I know sent me a link to the information here. There's some folks working on literacy and getting kids to read *better.(*Sorry: Zoolander fan!)
They also happen to be doing a whole lot of good work down in Louisiana where people are still trying to rebuild their lives. The whole she-bang is called Lullalee Productions, and here is a quote from their mission statement:
"Lullalee Productions and Services (LPS) provides free books and "Magical Literacy Events/Car-Ni-Fairs" designed to enhance the lives and learning experiences of all children. LPS supports families, communities, facilities and local organizations serving children that are low-income or have special needs."
Now I know times are tough all over, but I can't stand the thought of a child being cold. So these folks are trying to get presents for all the kids this holiday season down in Terrebone Parish, and they are also collecting coats for kids. They are at 78% of their goal - maybe we can raise that percentage some with whoever out there reads this particular blog!
"We also plan to expand our Pre-G.E.D. program to include 2 other sights: We have the certified teachers and locations in place, and some of the books. We are again working on getting computers and supplies. These locations were hit very hard during our 2 hurricanes back to back. One lower area is still putting their lives back together. With these 2 new locations we will cover Terrebonne Parish 100%."
There's a jam packed website you can go to for lots more pictures of good works and lots of children being loved and cared for.
Project Learn is 501 (c3) organization.
We would like any financial donations made out to: Project Learn
Any and every donation should be mailed to:
809 Barrow Street, Houma, LA 70360
Attention: Mr. John LeBlanc
Thanks for your time, and if you can give - I'm touched beyond words.
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Thank you for letting people know about Lullalee Publications. Lee Ann is tireless in her efforts to help children, particularly in the area of literacy, and I continue to be amazed at how much she accomplishes on behalf of children everywhere. She is truly remarkable and Lullalee Publications is most definitely a labor of love!
Thanks so much for your blog. It's people like you who reach out and put the right words where it is needed. I sent your blog to as many local people and businesses as I could. The results were more then I could have realized. We now have all and I mean all the computers needed. I had placed old computers (15 yrs. old) in our day-care centers. What happened, they were being repaired more then they were being used. We not only will be able to replace these but we will have enough for our new programs we wish to start. All of our children (289) received Christmas presents, and those who needed coats were given one. Hats off to Ms. Lee Ann Owens,of Lullalee Publications. With out her drive and her love for children and our program we would be still be fighting to stay open. Pleaaaaaaaaaaaase everone who reads this log on to lullalee publications and get a look at what this lady is involved in. Once again thank you from cajun land. We are located 50 miles below New Orleans. John