ForumFest II Fundraiser

Pepper · 08-31-2005, 09:57 AM

Some time back Outlaw brought up the subject of a Fundraiser at ForumFest II. I can't locate the original post, so I'm starting a new thread.

In light of the dire situation all along the Gulf Coast, and the plea put forth by the American Red Cross, how would everyone feel about raising funds for them? It's going to take a long time and a whole lot of money to begin restoring normalcy. Perhaps our little community can get together and help that community?

Waddayasay?

Pepper

Mee-n-Mac · 08-31-2005, 10:59 AM

So do we want to do the silent auction / raffle thing last last year ?

ps - "Mee" and I used to go the the French Quarter festival for some years running, although we've not been able to lately. We thought we might go this year but were OBE. Now it appears that it'll be at least 2 years before they'll be back on their feet.

mcdude · 08-31-2005, 05:21 PM

Count me in whatever the plan is. My heart goes out to those who have been devastated by Katrina. Let me know what I can do to help. McD

gravy boat · 08-31-2005, 08:50 PM

Hi All,

Talk about deja vu! I read this about a year ago and thought I would share. From National Geographic, October 2004.

http://magma.nationalgeographic.com/...geographic.com

Perhaps we should take more seriously the warnings we receive about the future of our lake and natural resources at home in NH?

Just a thought,
Gravy

phoenix · 08-31-2005, 09:33 PM

almost could have been written today

Pepper · 08-31-2005, 10:05 PM

Phoenix, how ironic your signature line!

Gravy - one word : Wow!

trfour · 09-01-2005, 02:40 PM

I think also, that donations coming from this website would accualy reach the victims of the Gulf Coast dissaster.
Make no mistake, the recovery and long term rebuilding prosses will take several years. Many large corperations have donated millions of dollars to help these people move foward. All donations, large or small will help!

Just a side note. From 1973 to 2003, NHSA has donated over $1,641,161.62 to Easter Seals through the snowmobile clubs here in New Hampshire.

Lets Help!

Thank you, Pepper
Love,
T.

Grant · 09-01-2005, 03:32 PM

Can't make the gathering, but would gladly kick in on behalf of the Forum.

Pepper · 09-01-2005, 09:42 PM

OK! By the looks of these posts, and the emails I've been receiving, it appears that I'd better start organizing this right away! I've gotten emails with offers of some amazing items to sell/raffle/auction, so it looks like I'll be starting there. I'm going to need some help from somebody who's organized this sort of thing before, with regard to how to handle the accountability, and the transfer of the funds, etc.

Anybody an expert at these sorts of things? HELP!

In the meantime, I'm focusing my energy on prayers for all those suffering. I feel so helpless. At least I know that together we will do all that we can to help. You people are warming my heart.

trfour · 09-02-2005, 12:24 AM

With Webmaster's help we will all see this venture through fruition!
Love,
T.

Mee-n-Mac · 09-05-2005, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pepper

I've gotten emails with offers of some amazing items to sell/raffle/auction, so it looks like I'll be starting there.

Are you looking for people to donate things for a raffle/auction like we did last year ?

Pepper · 09-06-2005, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mee-n-Mac

Are you looking for people to donate things for a raffle/auction like we did last year ?

Yes, Sir! Any and all items will be appreciated.

Got something in mind?

Anybody else????

DRH · 09-08-2005, 10:08 PM

Mrs. DRH (a/k/a Peg) is an avid quiltmaker, and she is donating one of her new handmade quilts to be raffled off at ForumFest II on Saturday to raise funds to help the folks whose lives have been turned upside down by Hurricane Katrina.

The quilt measures 44" X 68" (a perfect "snuggling" size, she says), and it is all hand quilted. The fabrics and inside batting are all natural cotton. The design is called "Maple Leaf", and it is very colorful like fall foliage. The quilt's actual value is unknown, but it will keep someone warm for many years to come! Here's a photo:

Pepper · 09-08-2005, 11:11 PM

So folks, now you see one of the wonderful treats which will be available at the forum fest! We're hoping lots of you will show up with items for the fundraiser, so we can raise lots of money for those who's lives have been changed forever.

Bring any items along with you, and we'll be delighted to include them - no item too small or too large!

Looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday!!!

Grant · 09-09-2005, 08:21 AM

DRH --

That is one SWEET quilt!

08-31-2005, 09:57 AM	#1
Pepper Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Laconia, NH Posts: 1,284 Thanks: 409 Thanked 155 Times in 40 Posts	ForumFest II Fundraiser Some time back Outlaw brought up the subject of a Fundraiser at ForumFest II. I can't locate the original post, so I'm starting a new thread. In light of the dire situation all along the Gulf Coast, and the plea put forth by the American Red Cross, how would everyone feel about raising funds for them? It's going to take a long time and a whole lot of money to begin restoring normalcy. Perhaps our little community can get together and help that community? Waddayasay? Pepper __________________ Never waste time lamenting what was. Simply celebrate what is!

08-31-2005, 10:59 AM	#2
Mee-n-Mac Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,943 Thanks: 23 Thanked 111 Times in 51 Posts	Excellent idea So do we want to do the silent auction / raffle thing last last year ? ps - "Mee" and I used to go the the French Quarter festival for some years running, although we've not been able to lately. We thought we might go this year but were OBE. Now it appears that it'll be at least 2 years before they'll be back on their feet. __________________ Mee'n'Mac "Never attribute to malice that which can be explained by simple stupidity or ignorance. The latter are a lot more common than the former." - RAH

08-31-2005, 08:50 PM	#4
gravy boat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gilford year round, West Alton summers Posts: 589 Thanks: 596 Thanked 200 Times in 100 Posts	Prophetic and Fact...New Orleans Hi All, Talk about deja vu! I read this about a year ago and thought I would share. From National Geographic, October 2004. http://magma.nationalgeographic.com/...geographic.com Perhaps we should take more seriously the warnings we receive about the future of our lake and natural resources at home in NH? Just a thought, Gravy

08-31-2005, 09:33 PM	#5
phoenix Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: phoenix and moultonboro Posts: 1,550 Thanks: 60 Thanked 275 Times in 193 Posts	almost could have been written today __________________ it's tough to make predictions specially about the future

08-31-2005, 10:05 PM	#6
Pepper Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Laconia, NH Posts: 1,284 Thanks: 409 Thanked 155 Times in 40 Posts	Phoenix, how ironic your signature line! Gravy - one word : Wow! __________________ Never waste time lamenting what was. Simply celebrate what is!

08-31-2005, 05:21 PM	#3
mcdude Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Rock Haven Lake - West Newfield, ME Posts: 5,367 Thanks: 374 Thanked 1,057 Times in 495 Posts	Count me in whatever the plan is. My heart goes out to those who have been devastated by Katrina. Let me know what I can do to help. McD

09-01-2005, 02:40 PM	#7
trfour Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Lakes, Central NH. and Dallas/Fort Worth TX. Posts: 3,694 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 3,069 Thanked 472 Times in 236 Posts	Wonderful Idea! I think also, that donations coming from this website would accualy reach the victims of the Gulf Coast dissaster. Make no mistake, the recovery and long term rebuilding prosses will take several years. Many large corperations have donated millions of dollars to help these people move foward. All donations, large or small will help! Just a side note. From 1973 to 2003, NHSA has donated over $1,641,161.62 to Easter Seals through the snowmobile clubs here in New Hampshire. Lets Help! Thank you, Pepper Love, T. __________________ *trfour* Always Remember, The Best Safety Device In The Boat, or on a PWC Snowmobile etc., Is YOU! Safe sledding tips and much more; http://www.snowmobile.org/snowmobiling-safety.html Last edited by trfour; 09-01-2005 at 05:58 PM.

09-01-2005, 03:32 PM	#8
Grant Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Pennsyltuckey, Tuftonboro, Moultonborough Posts: 1,500 Thanks: 375 Thanked 230 Times in 124 Posts	Good Idea Can't make the gathering, but would gladly kick in on behalf of the Forum. __________________ "When I die, please don't let my wife sell my dive gear for what I told her I paid for it."

09-01-2005, 09:42 PM	#9
Pepper Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Laconia, NH Posts: 1,284 Thanks: 409 Thanked 155 Times in 40 Posts	OK! By the looks of these posts, and the emails I've been receiving, it appears that I'd better start organizing this right away! I've gotten emails with offers of some amazing items to sell/raffle/auction, so it looks like I'll be starting there. I'm going to need some help from somebody who's organized this sort of thing before, with regard to how to handle the accountability, and the transfer of the funds, etc. Anybody an expert at these sorts of things? HELP! In the meantime, I'm focusing my energy on prayers for all those suffering. I feel so helpless. At least I know that together we will do all that we can to help. You people are warming my heart. __________________ Never waste time lamenting what was. Simply celebrate what is!

09-02-2005, 12:24 AM	#10
trfour Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Lakes, Central NH. and Dallas/Fort Worth TX. Posts: 3,694 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 3,069 Thanked 472 Times in 236 Posts	Pepper With Webmaster's help we will all see this venture through fruition! Love, T. __________________ *trfour* Always Remember, The Best Safety Device In The Boat, or on a PWC Snowmobile etc., Is YOU! Safe sledding tips and much more; http://www.snowmobile.org/snowmobiling-safety.html

09-08-2005, 10:08 PM	#13
DRH Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Meredith, NH Posts: 1,686 Thanks: 1,201 Thanked 675 Times in 178 Posts	Handmade Quilt for Raffle Mrs. DRH (a/k/a Peg) is an avid quiltmaker, and she is donating one of her new handmade quilts to be raffled off at ForumFest II on Saturday to raise funds to help the folks whose lives have been turned upside down by Hurricane Katrina. The quilt measures 44" X 68" (a perfect "snuggling" size, she says), and it is all hand quilted. The fabrics and inside batting are all natural cotton. The design is called "Maple Leaf", and it is very colorful like fall foliage. The quilt's actual value is unknown, but it will keep someone warm for many years to come! Here's a photo: __________________ DRH

09-08-2005, 11:11 PM	#14
Pepper Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Laconia, NH Posts: 1,284 Thanks: 409 Thanked 155 Times in 40 Posts	So folks, now you see one of the wonderful treats which will be available at the forum fest! We're hoping lots of you will show up with items for the fundraiser, so we can raise lots of money for those who's lives have been changed forever. Bring any items along with you, and we'll be delighted to include them - no item too small or too large! Looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday!!! __________________ Never waste time lamenting what was. Simply celebrate what is!

09-09-2005, 08:21 AM	#15
Grant Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Pennsyltuckey, Tuftonboro, Moultonborough Posts: 1,500 Thanks: 375 Thanked 230 Times in 124 Posts	Nice! DRH -- That is one SWEET quilt! __________________ "When I die, please don't let my wife sell my dive gear for what I told her I paid for it."