Blog entries tagged charity

Friendswood to Have a New Animal Shelter

Daphne Hager — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:47:09 +0100

Last week, the Friendswood City Council unanimously voted FOR the FM 528/Moore Road site as the new home of the city’s animal shelter.

The new Moore Road facility will be built at a cost of no more than $1 million, and will replace the current shelter located on Deepwood. The current shelter’s history of flooding was a key factor in the citizen argument against a remodel and an obvious consideration by all council members.

“A lot of work has gone into this and it’s time we make a decision,” council member Mike Barker said before council voted 6-0 for the FM 528 site.

Deepwood’s condition and accessibility issues were also mentioned because, although it had passed their last state inspection conditionally, the state had an understanding that the city was going to take action and build an up-to-date facility.

“What really causes the problems down there is the creek flooding,” Friendswood Police Chief Robert Weiners said.

Vickie Glenn of Friendswood Animal Advocates asserts that “The selection needs to move forward as soon as possible.” The new facility will have easy access and will not have the devastating flooding issues experienced in the passed.

The Friendswood Animal Shelter is sure to be more visible to the community which will keep their services top-of-mind for area residents and hopefully allow more animals to be saved and/or adopted. A definite Win-Win for pets and pet lovers alike!

Windsong Raises Money for Haiti

Greg Rivera — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:33:38 +0100

For three weeks in February, Windsong Intermediate students have been making a difference by reserving their snack money for the benefit of survivors of the Haiti earthquake, with funds collected going to the American Red Cross for relief effort and packages.

On Thursday, February 25th, Windsong presented the Red Cross with a check for $911.05, just an addition to the $1,576.40 that Mrs. Gibson’s Social Studies class donated to UNICEF from their Hope for Haiti Carwash held on February 13th.

In an effort to continue the loving support for the country-in-need, Windsong’s next goal is to encourage remaining Friendswood I.S.D. schools to raise $1.00 per student for earthquake relief and restoration efforts (Windsong’s original and well-exceeded goal).

Congratulations to Windsong Intermediate on their enthusiasm and effort in accomplishing the promotion of the welfare of others!

Friendswood Native in Summit on the Summit Challenge

Greg Rivera — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:06:06 +0100

Even after spending years serving in Bolivia through the United States Peace Corp and being named one of the top 100 Extraordinary Women, Elizabeth Gore of Friendswood, Texas still values her hometown.

“In Friendswood, I have the best friends in the world still, even though I’ve been running around the globe with the U.N.,” Gore said. “The best place in the world is to go home to Friendswood to see all my best friends. What a special place to be from. So, I’m very proud to have grown up in such a great community.”

Representing Friendswood, Gore started her “Summit on the Summit” challenge on January 7 to raise money for the global clean water crisis. She will climb 19,340 feet to the top of Mount Kilimnjaro, with each square foot available to be sponsored through www.summitonthesummit.com.

“Our goal is raise funds,” Gore said. “Even the smallest contribution will provide families with clean water. I am asking Friendswood residents to log on to our website and make a donation. Even $5 or $10 makes a huge difference.”

Young local, Blake Sartain, demonstrated this by donating his allowance to the cause, sponsoring a foot for the climb.

After training for almost a year, Gore is enthusiastic about the climb but also nervous.

“I think the thing I’m most nervous about, being from the hottest flattest part of the country, Texas, is that we’re going up above 19,000 feet and it’s going to be below zero. So, it’s going to be very cold and very high. I’m nervous; but also honored to be able to do this.”

In addition to raising funds, Gore said she hopes to raise consciousness about the issue and promote water conservation.

Proceeds from the Summit on the Summit climb are donated to three clean water organizations:

Children’s Safe Drinking Water (www.csdw.org), UNHCR (www.unhcr.org), and Playpumps International (www.playpumps.org).

Holiday Hustle 5K Fun Run / Walk and Kid's K Run

Greg Rivera — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:56:33 +0100

Friendswood residents can take a break from the holiday bustle and take part in the Holiday Hustle, a 5K Fun Run/Walk and Kid’s K Run sponsored by the City of Friendswood Community Service Department, Alton Todd Law Firm and International Paint and Body.

The race will take place in Stevenson Park, 1100 S. Friendswood Dr. on Saturday December 5, 2009. Registration starts at 7am and the first leg of the race – the Kid’s K – starts at 8am, with the adult runners and walkers taking off at 8:20am. After the race trophies will be awarded to the top males and females in each age category and to the best overall male and female runners. Then participants can rest their legs and enjoy a pancake breakfast, vying for their chance to win a number of door prizes.

Registration costs $20 per person for adults, and $10 per kid 12 and under. T-shirts are provided for participants, but are only guaranteed for those that register before November 27. Checks can be made to the City of Friendswood, and please note the fee is non-refundable. Participants are asked to park behind City Hall or on Shadwell as parking will not be allowed in the pool parking lot.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Laura Recovery Center Foundation (LRCF) for missing children. For more information on the LRCF please visit their website at www.lrcf.org

For more information on the race please contact the City of Friendswood Community Service Department by phone at 281-996-3220, by email at mboyett@friendswood.com or visit them online at www.Friendswood.com .

Christmas is Coming to Town

Greg Rivera — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:15:05 +0100

West Ranch residents are invited to join in the Holiday festivities during the 23rd Annual Christmas Lighted Parade and the 2nd Annual “Christmas in the Park.”

This year’s festivities will take place Saturday, December 12 at 6:00pm. The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce will host its annual lighted parade with this year’s theme: “Christmas in Toyland.” Area businesses are encouraged to enter the parade to celebrate the holidays and promote their services.

Immediately following the parade there will be the 2nd annual “Christmas in the Park” where families can enjoy activities and take pictures with Santa. The event will take place in Stevenson Park and is hosted by the City of Friendswood Community Services Department and the Community Appearance Board.

For those participating in the parade, line up begins at 5:00pm prior to the parade. For more information on entering the parade please call the Chamber at 281-482-3329. For more information about “Christmas in the Park” please call the City of Friendswood at 281-996-3320.

You Can Support the Friendswood ISD Education Foundation

Cheryl Perry — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:00:00 +0100

Did you know: YOU can donate to the Friendswood Education Foundation, a non-profit that benefits Friendswood ISD students and teachers through scholarships and grants, by subscribing to the Houston Chronicle?

Each month they send us a check that consists of a portion of the donated subscription money when subscribers named us as their CHARITY OF CHOICE.

How?

Go to www.chron.com/share
Select FRIENDSWOOD EDUCATION FOUNDATION

It is always such a nice surprise to get a Chronicle check and the donor gets his Chronicle. Win-Win!

Fall Haul Day: November 7th

Greg Rivera — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:00:00 +0100

It’s not spring cleaning, but it’s purging before the new year. It’s your chance to get rid of those items that you no longer need and weren’t quite sure what to do with.

The City of Friendswood will be hosting their Fall Haul Day on Saturday November 7 from 8am until 2pm. The event will take place at Centennial Park, 2200 S. Friendswood Dr. and is for the citizens of Friendswood.

A non-profit organization will be collecting household items in good condition such as furniture and household items in good condition. Your charitable donation will go to good use in helping others, but please note that mattresses will not be accepted.

You can also benefit the Wildlife Rehabbers in Friendswood. This group, which rescues and cares for many injured wild animals that make their home in Friendswood’s green space, is in need of the following: aquariums (they do not have to hold water), dog and cat kennel carriers, clean rags (towels/shirts), and shallow crock bowls.

Non Hazardous items will also be accepted. These items include, but are not limited to, tree limbs, grass clippings, old appliances, old furniture, wood, metal, plastic, large and small.

Hazardous waste items will not be accepted. These items include, but are not limited to, tires, paint, batteries, oil, or any other household hazardous waste.

If you would like further information please call The City of Friendswood Community Services Department at 281-996-3220

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