Help a Mother Win Battle w/Cancer

" What if it all depended on me, to change the world, to change the world? What if my only responsibility was to change the world, to change the world? Let me be the ONE to start a revolution. Let me sing my song to the people of the world. It all begins with ONE - the power of ONE - joining the hundreds of millions of people believing in ONE! The power of
ONE! Don t hang around. Stand up or sit down and believe we can change the world together. We can change the world together. " ~The Power of One

These are the authentically powerful lyrics penned by musical artist Israel Houghton. They reinforce that we possess a power so great that we can do anything we collectively resolve to do! But, it all starts with just one person deciding to make a difference. You! The incredible power to move mountains and change circumstances lies in YOU. So how will you use your
power today? Will you join forces with others to help make a difference? Will you decide to move out of your comfort zone? Will you find the courage to walk in your purpose? The world is waiting for YOU! DECIDE to use your power. STAND up! CHANGE the world.

This month, Dawn's Angel Wish Network invites you to: 1) Participate in the MARCH WISH to help a mother battling stage IV cancer 2) Check out ARBONNE; our health and wellness sponsor this month 3) Pray for those who have requested prayer; and 4) Get some encouragement from our featured author by visiting the Become Light! Blog.

As always, your continued support is much appreciated. May God continue to bless you! And please feel free to pass this on to a fellow angel!!

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MARCH WISH: Beth was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer in January 2010. She is a nurse, mother of two, and the breadwinner for her family. Upon diagnosis, her goal was to continue working while receiving her treatments. This goal has now
been threatened by a setback, which may result in a lengthy hospital stay. She has completed her second round of chemotherapy.

Although Beth has very supportive friends and family, she is unable to meet her financial obligations due to this illness. The Copley Health Center Cares Team has organized a benefit dinner and raffle to take place on Sunday, March 21, 2010. The dinner will be held at Thomastown Party Center, 1282 Triplett Blvd. (Akron, OH) from 4 pm - 8 pm. Tickets for this event are $10 for adults and $5 for children. All proceeds from this event will benefit Beth and her family.

THE NEED: The Copley Health Center Cares Team is seeking donations for the dinner. They are in need of food items, raffle prizes, decorations and monetary contributions.

THE REQUEST: Would you like to make a donation of food, raffle prizes, decorations or money? Would you like to attend the dinner? Can you pray for Beth and her family? Would you like to send Beth some encouragement? Can you forward this email to your network?

THE INSTRUCTIONS: Simply reply to this email if you are interested in helping Beth win the battle against this disease! Or you may send an email to: Dawn's Angel Wish Network and let us know how you would like to help. PLEASE RESPOND BEFORE MARCH 21, 2010.

THE REWARD: Help give this family peace of mind during this challenging time.

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FEBRUARY WISH: Ms. Julie's Kitchen

Stewardship. We have heard this word used in context with finances, spiritual gifts/talents, and even relationships. It has been said that we are honoring God if we manage these precious resources effectively. After all, a good steward who manages an investment successfully will reap a return. But when we think of stewardship, very rarely do we relate it to the management of our HEALTH. Are we being good stewards of the most precious gift God has blessed us with? What kind of return are we getting on our health investment?

If you have not already done so, please take time to perform an honest assessment of your health. What health goals can you make this year? What can you do to improve your health today? Consider taking that fun new exercise class, scheduling a doctor’s appointment, adding fresh choices to your daily eating routine, or simply drinking more (and better quality) water. Get started. And God will reward your sincere and earnest attempt at being a good steward over this awesome “temple” that you have been blessed with. You can do it!

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February Wish: Julie Wandling Costell knows quite a bit about healthy eating. After tipping the scale at 315 lbs., and subsequently experiencing a heart attack, she knew she had to make serious changes in her diet and lifestyle. And she did just that! Committed to following doctor’s orders and adhering to a biblically based diet, she kissed heart disease “goodbye” and dropped over130 lbs.! Now, this anointed entrepreneur is determined to help others find nutritious, healthy, and TASTY eating alternatives through her new Akron, Ohio based business, “Ms. Julie’s Kitchen”.

Ms. Julie’s Kitchen offers bulk staples and many locally grown/produced foods including: jams, organic cheeses, sauces, salsas, pickles, freshly extracted juices, spices, herbs, flours, grains, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, produce, etc. Ms. Julie’s Kitchen also operates a mobile kitchen, which provides fresh, healthy lunch selections daily. Classes on canning, dehydrating, organic gardening, composting, eating seasonally, raw food prep, gluten free baking, and true whole grain bread baking are also available.

The Need: Ms. Julie’s Kitchen is in need of the following: Lighted Bakery Display Case, Refrigerated Display Case, Old Thyme Nut Butter Machine, Double Stacked Convection Oven, Commercial Size Cooking Utensils, Pots and Pans, Folding Chairs, Card Tables or Long Folding Tables, Water Purifier, Photography assistance, Landscaping-small area in spring for herb garden, Cash Register, Commercial Grain Mill, Rolling Flour Storage Bins, Shelving or Wood Hutches for Retail Displays, Website.

The Request: Would you be able to donate any of these items? Do you know of a restaurant going out of business that may want to help provide these items? Do you have other information or ideas that may help Ms. Julie’s Kitchen obtain these items? Can you pray for Julie’s new business endeavor? Are there other ways you would like to help Julie? Would you support her business? Can you provide her with encouragement? Can you forward this email to your network?

The Instructions: Please email Dawn's Angel Wish Network if you or someone you know would be interested in sowing into this business.

The Reward: Help an entrepreneur fulfill a dream. Remember: "What you make happen for others, the Lord will make happen for you."

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January Wish: Help for HAITI

As of this writing, there are approximately 200,000 dead in Haiti. It has been reported that only 70,000 have been buried thus far. There are now 1.5 million people that are homeless. Let's help!

This month, I have compiled a list of organizations that are dedicated to helping the people of Haiti. If you would like to help, connect with an organization on this list and please donate. Also, feel free to forward this list to people in your networks that are looking for ways to help.


Text Your Donations (contribution added to your phone bill):

• Text "Yele" to 501501 to donate $5 on behalf of the Yéle Foundation, the leading contributor to rebuilding Haiti founded by Wyclef Jean.
• Text "Haiti" to 20222 to donate $10 on behalf of The Clinton Foundation (former President Clinton is Special Envoy to Haiti)
• Text "Haiti" to 85944 to donate $5 on behalf of the Rescue Union Mission and MedCorp International.
• Text "Haiti" to 25383 to donate $5 on behalf of the Internal Rescue Committee.
• Text "Haiti" to 90999 to donate $10 on behalf of the Red Cross in the U.S.

Connect with an Organization:

American Red Cross
The American Red Cross' primary focus during the initial response of an emergency is feeding, sheltering and supplying any other basic needs. To donate: Go to RedCross.org, hit donate now button at top and then International Response Fund. You also can text "Haiti" to 90999 to donate $10 to the International Response Fund. The money will go directly to relief efforts in Haiti. Or call 1-800-Red-Cross.

AmeriCares
This nonprofit disaster relief organization delivers medicine, medical supplies and aid to people in crisis around the world. To donate, call 1-800-486-HELP or go to AmeriCares.org. Donations will go toward medicine and medical supplies and for expenses for providing that medical aid.

Care 


This humanitarian organization's main focus is to fight global poverty, specifically by empowering marginalized women and girls. To donate to the Haiti relief fund effort, go to Care.org or call 1-800-521-CARE. Money will go toward food, water and sanitation, shelter and emergency health response.

Catholic Relief Services
Catholic Relief Services is an aid agency that works with emergency relief, micro-finance, AIDS/HIV relief, agriculture, water and sanitation, among other projects in countries around the world. To donate, go to crs.org, or call 1-877-HELP-CRS. You also can text RELIEF to 30644. You will receive a text message back with instructions on how to donate. You can send a check to Catholic Relief services, P.O. Box 17090, Baltimore, MD 21203-7090. Write "Haiti earthquake" in memo area. The money will go toward immediate needs, which include water, food, hygiene kits, bedding and basic cooking utensils, among other items.

Direct Relief International
Direct Relief provides medical attention to those in need on an ongoing basis and in emergencies. Monetary donations go toward medical aid, supplies and equipment in Haiti. To donate, go to directrelief.org or call 805-964-4767 and 800-676-1638, or go through Google Checkout.

Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity provides affordable, safe shelter for low-income families and people in need. Money donated for Haiti relief efforts will go toward recovery and rebuilding. To donate, go to habitat.org or call 1-800-Habitat.

International Medical Corps
This emergency response agency focuses on health in emergency situations. Monetary donations go toward purchasing medical supplies, medicine and emergency kits and transporting these supplies. 1-800-481-4462 or go to imcworldwide.org.

International Relief Teams
The nonprofit organizes volunteer teams to provide medical and non-medical assistance to victims of disasters and poverty. To donate, go to irteams.org or call 619-284-7979. Checks can be made out to International Relief Teams, 4560 Alvarado Canyon Road, Suite 2G, San Diego, CA 92120-4309. The money will be used for medical supplies, medicine and other relief supplies, and to support volunteers heading to Haiti for relief efforts.

Medical Teams International
The Christian global health organization sends volunteer medical teams and supplies to those in the midst of disaster or poverty. Monetary donations will go to supporting the medical teams being sent to Haiti and to the cost of shipping the medical supplies donated by corporations. Donate by going to medicalteams.org and clicking on the "Donate Now" button, or call 1-800-959-HEAL (4325) or send a check to Medical Teams International, P.O. Box 10, Portland, OR 97207.

Medecins sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)
The humanitarian organization delivers medical care to people caught in crisis. Donations to its Haiti relief efforts will go toward repairing the obstetrics and trauma hospitals in Haiti that were damaged in the earthquake. They also will go to transporting an additional 70 doctors and medical supplies to the island in an effort to set up makeshift emergency medical response centers. To donate, go to doctorswithoutborders.org or call 1-888-392-0392.

Mercy Corps
The organization provides humanitarian assistance and economic opportunities in the world's toughest places, specifically those dealing with poverty, conflict and instability. To donate, go to MercyCorps.org. Money will go toward immediate humanitarian needs in Haiti, which may include, food, water and temporary shelter.

Operation USA
The international relief agency provides funding for reconstruction and development aid to communities that have experienced disasters, disease and poverty. For its Haiti relief efforts, the agency plans to use donations for health care materials, water purification supplies and food supplements. To donate, go to opusa.org or call 1-800-678-7255, or mail a check to Operation USA, 3617 Hayden Ave., Suite A, Culver City, CA 90232.

Save the Children
The independent organization focuses on children in need in the U.S. and globally through programs for health and nutrition, child protection and education. To donate, go to savethechildren.org, or call 1-800-728-3843 or 203-221-4030. Donations will go toward purchasing relief items, such as hygiene kits, family kits (pots, pans, food preparation items) and tarps.

The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army's mission is to provide food, shelter, clothing and spiritual comfort during disasters. To donate money, go to salvationarmyusa.org or call 1-800-SAL-ARMY. Make sure you designate the donation for "Haiti Earthquake." Money will go to the Salvation Army in Haiti, which will determine the country's immediate needs, including water, food, medicine and transportation.

Shelterbox
The nonprofit delivers boxes of supplies to families of up to 10 people. The boxes contain a tent and essential equipment to use while individuals are displaced or homeless. To donate, call 941-907-6036 or go to shelterbox.org.

U.S. Fund for UNICEF
The national committee for UNICEF is responsible for the organization's fundraising. UNICEF uses the money for health care, clean water, nutrition, education and emergency relief. To donate, go to Unicefusa.org or 1-800-4-UNICEF.

World Concern
The organization lifts people out of poverty, beginning with disaster response and ending when families can live sustainable lives. To donate to its relief effort, go to Worldconcern.org or call 1-866-530-5433. You can also mail checks to 19303 Fremont Ave. North, Seattle, WA 98133. Please specify that the check is for "Haiti Disaster Response." Money will go toward water supplies, shelter, blankets, distribution of food and long-term needs, such as job training, education, loans and home construction, among other projects.

World Food Programme
The food assistance agency's main focus is to fight hunger worldwide. The organization is working to bring food to Haiti. To donate, go to wfp.org.

Yele Haiti
This organization, founded by Wyclef Jean, creates projects to improve the quality of education, health, environment and community development in Haiti. To donate to to its Haiti relief efforts, go to yele.org or text YELE to 501501 to donate $5.

Other organizations seeking donations:
• Clinton Foundation
• Map International
• Medical Teams International
• Operation Blessing International
• Samatarian's Purse
• Project MediShare
• United Nations Foundation
• World Health Organization
• The Tyler Perry Foundation