The Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs

Crafter: Kathy
Items for Sale: Clutch Balls for Babies and Toddlers

This organization was founded in 1981 and has been providing emergency assistance to the citizens of Frederick County, Maryland.  They run a shelter for the homeless and work to prevent homelessness.  In addition they work with food banks and provide dental, prescription, and energy assistance.  Recently they initiated a shelter specifically for homeless families, which has yet to acquire a permanent home.  Website: www.thereligouscoalition.org

Saint Vincent de Paul

Crafter: Kathy
Items for Sale: Bookmarks, Christmas Items
The mission of the Saint Vincent de Paul Society is to "end poverty through systemic change."  The society is composed of many local councils which address community needs.   Funds generated from the sale of the bookmarks will support the council located in Frederick, MD, which works in concert with other local community service organizations.   Website:  www.svdpusa.org

National Brain Tumor Society

Crafter: Kathy
Items for Sale: Sports Headbands (Two styles)

The Race for Hope in DC is over for the year, but our support for the research being done to combat brain cancer has not waivered.  The original brain cancer awareness headband as well as a  2 new styles has returned to Etsy. 
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Crafter: Becky
Items for Sale: Knit Hats (Children's and Adult Sizes)

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation , a well respected and highly rated charity, is a leader in the fight against this destructive disease.
Saint Jude's Children's Research Hospital
Crafter: Jackie
Items for Sale:  Butterfly Pins, Butterfly Sports Headbands
St Jude's has been a leader in treating catastrophic pediatric diseases and cancer.  The hospital is located in Tennessee, but their reach is worldwide.
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         Boston Ballet Adaptive Dance Program
          Crafters: Liz and Carolyn
          Items for Sale: Snoods
          The arts enrich any child's life.  When a child is challenged with autism or Down's Syndrome that enrichment  
           can be profound.  Boston Ballet has been a pioneer in developing adaptive dance for special needs children.   
             
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     House of Ruth Maryland
      Crafter: Carolyn
        Items for Sale: Sturdy Market Bags
        The House of Ruth has worked to aid the victims of intimate partner violence since the 1970's.      
         House of Ruth tackles all aspects of this problem providing shelter, services and education.  See more of what               they do by clicking HERE.
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       Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy
       Crafter: Jackie
        Items for Sale: Organizers and Christmas Decorations
       The foundation partners with a network of effective local programs to foster literacy.  Connect with their site
        HERE