Friday, March 25, 2022

Water for South Sudan Donation Drive Challenge

Thank you to the homerooms that participated in the Donation Drive Challenge over the last 2 weeks. Together, we raised $599.23 for Water for South Sudan. KUDOS to Mr. Ebersole's homeroom for donating $346.60!!!!!!!!! Our second place homeroom was Mrs. Bailey-Clar's with $50, 3rd place was Mr. Herbert's and Mrs. Serow's with $40 in donations and 4th place was Mrs. Tillinghast's group, who collected $38.52. 


Water for South Sudan Donation Drive Challenge

Thank you to the homerooms that participated in the Donation Drive Challenge over the last 2 weeks. Together, we raised $599.23 for Water for South Sudan. KUDOS to Mr. Ebersole's homeroom for donating $346.60!!!!!!!!! Our second place homeroom was Mrs. Bailey-Clar's with $50, 3rd place was Mr. Herbert's and Mrs. Serow's with $40 in donations and 4th place was Mrs. Tillinghast's group, who collected $38.52. 


Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Rescued Treasures Wish List Collection


In support of Rescued Treasures, a local non-profit animal rescue group, the middle and high school Athena Cares groups collected monetary donations and items from their wish list, such as food, treats, and toys. We were able to donate lots of great supplies to help them in their great work!



 

Rescued Treasures Wish List Collection


In support of Rescued Treasures, a local non-profit animal rescue group, the middle and high school Athena Cares groups collected monetary donations and items from their wish list, such as food, treats, and toys. We were able to donate lots of great supplies to help them in their great work!



 

Valentines for Seniors


 In February, we partnered with Greece Rotary to make Valentine cards, which were distributed to nursing homes and hospitals, bringing cheer to seniors in our area.

Valentines for Seniors


 In February, we partnered with Greece Rotary to make Valentine cards, which were distributed to nursing homes and hospitals, bringing cheer to seniors in our area.

Monday, December 20, 2021

Salvation Army Holiday Bell Ringing

 On Friday, December 17, we sang, danced, and rang bells outside of Wal-Mart to raise money for the Salvation Army. Lots of friendly, generous shoppers donated and helped us feel the holiday spirit...

The Crew
(with some help from Finn, our honorary Athena Cares member)



Salvation Army Holiday Bell Ringing

 On Friday, December 17, we sang, danced, and rang bells outside of Wal-Mart to raise money for the Salvation Army. Lots of friendly, generous shoppers donated and helped us feel the holiday spirit...

The Crew
(with some help from Finn, our honorary Athena Cares member)



Friday, December 17, 2021

Snack Bags for the Ronald McDonald House

For the holiday season, we put together 100 snack bags for residents of the Rochester Ronald McDonald House. When families leave to spend the day visiting their children in the hospital, they can grab these bags and know someone is thinking of them throughout the day. Each bag contains a message of support, a bag of chips, granola bar, package of fruit snacks, and either a juice box or a bottle of water. Thanks to a generous donation from Wegmans, we didn't need to use any of our own funds.

 

Shopping Day
Packing the Bags

The Finished Product 😀


Snack Bags for the Ronald McDonald House

For the holiday season, we put together 100 snack bags for residents of the Rochester Ronald McDonald House. When families leave to spend the day visiting their children in the hospital, they can grab these bags and know someone is thinking of them throughout the day. Each bag contains a message of support, a bag of chips, granola bar, package of fruit snacks, and either a juice box or a bottle of water. Thanks to a generous donation from Wegmans, we didn't need to use any of our own funds.

 

Shopping Day
Packing the Bags

The Finished Product 😀


Thursday, November 4, 2021

Athena Cares Sponsors Red Ribbon Week

 Once again, we sponsored activities for Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign for drug awarenessa dn prevention. Students who signed pledge cards were given the opportunity to spin the prize wheel. Thanks to our amazing PTSA for purchasing the prizes.


Athena Cares Sponsors Red Ribbon Week

 Once again, we sponsored activities for Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign for drug awarenessa dn prevention. Students who signed pledge cards were given the opportunity to spin the prize wheel. Thanks to our amazing PTSA for purchasing the prizes.


Wednesday, November 3, 2021

"Crutches for Africa" Truck Loading Event

 On October 23, we had the opportunity to help Greece Rotary load up a truck with over 850 donated mobility devices- wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, etc. to be sent to Africa.



"Crutches for Africa" Truck Loading Event

 On October 23, we had the opportunity to help Greece Rotary load up a truck with over 850 donated mobility devices- wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, etc. to be sent to Africa.



Thursday, March 11, 2021

Clothing Closet Update

Athena Cares has decided to discontinue our Clothing Closet, due to lack of use. We have so many beautiful items our supporters have donated over the years, so it's time to get them out into the community where they will be more helpful. We donated our shoes to support micro-enterprise vendors in developing nations. The spring and summer clothing was transported to the Women and Children's Center, sponsored by the Open Door Mission. 

We will continue to keep winter coats and other select items on hand to serve our school community.


Clothing Closet Update

Athena Cares has decided to discontinue our Clothing Closet, due to lack of use. We have so many beautiful items our supporters have donated over the years, so it's time to get them out into the community where they will be more helpful. We donated our shoes to support micro-enterprise vendors in developing nations. The spring and summer clothing was transported to the Women and Children's Center, sponsored by the Open Door Mission. 

We will continue to keep winter coats and other select items on hand to serve our school community.


Monday, January 25, 2021

Supporting "Giveuary" for the Open Door Mission

 We used $100 of our funds to purchase these hats, gloves, and socks for the Open Door Mission.


Supporting "Giveuary" for the Open Door Mission

 We used $100 of our funds to purchase these hats, gloves, and socks for the Open Door Mission.


Monday, May 11, 2020

Quarantine Outreach

In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, Athena Cares members are still thinking of others. We brainstormed ways to help from home, and here are some of the ways kids chose to help spread cheer and kindness:

  • Collecting food for the local food shelf (we also donated 212 pounds of food items from the Athena Cares food pantry)
  • Masking masks to donate
  • Making signs/posters to show support for essential workers
  • Sending thank you cards to healthcare workers, police, and firefighters
  • Writing encouraging words on sidewalks
  • Painting and leaving Hope Rocks with positive messages around the neighborhood







Quarantine Outreach

In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, Athena Cares members are still thinking of others. We brainstormed ways to help from home, and here are some of the ways kids chose to help spread cheer and kindness:

  • Collecting food for the local food shelf (we also donated 212 pounds of food items from the Athena Cares food pantry)
  • Masking masks to donate
  • Making signs/posters to show support for essential workers
  • Sending thank you cards to healthcare workers, police, and firefighters
  • Writing encouraging words on sidewalks
  • Painting and leaving Hope Rocks with positive messages around the neighborhood