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SUMMER HELP from Scary Mommy Nation (2012)
  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    I'm so proud to kick off Scary Mommy Nation's summer event.

    If you need help making it through the summer, please apply. And, if you have a little extra to give, please give. 

    And, please share!!


    Let's make this a HUGE success!
  • BirdieBirdie
    Posts: 1,756Member
    @scarymommy and my fellow mommies... You chicks are simply amazing!

    SMSM_s_5

  • LoveLove
    Posts: 12,795Administrator, Moderator
    WOOOO HOOOO!!!!

    Share, share, SHARE!

    community-manager


  • shadylaneshadylane
    Posts: 3,037Member
    i don't have a food stamp booklet, mine are on a card
    ~slim shady~
  • MarySunshineMarySunshine
    Posts: 5,464Member
    I shared the link on my FB page!
    I'm as sexy as a burp mid-kiss. Watch out!

  • BakingmommyBakingmommy
    Posts: 401Member
    What if you don't have a school lunch voucher, or anything other than a screen shot to say you get lunch assistance?
    Shameless Plugging:
    http://www.facebook.com/pages/Shanks-Yanks/117723581657394
  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    Bakingmommy said:

    What if you don't have a school lunch voucher, or anything other than a screen shot to say you get lunch assistance?



    @shadylane @bakingmommy That's totally fine. We just want some proof so we don't have people taking advantage of the system. Cards, screenshots etc are all good!
  • AnonUser29
    Posts: 1,169Guest
    So, we can take a scan of our card?
  • boring_nameboring_name
    Posts: 667Member
    What an amazing site to do something like this. I can't afford to donate but I hope enough is raised to benefit a LOT of families!! 
    B
  • AreYouKiddingMe
    Posts: 49Member

    So wonderful to be able to put action to our hugs!  Thanks SM!!!!!!!!!

  • NikkiNikki
    Posts: 1,791Member
    silentscreamer said:

    So, we can take a scan of our card?



    Yes! Just email it to scarymommynation@gmail.com including your full name and username :)
  • [Deleted User]
    Posts: 1,551
    Hey @scarymommy, do you have any press info for this, or any advertising material you would like passed along?


    Oh and @mammateeroll I would kill for your sea salt sugar scrub!!!
  • meandmy243meandmy243
    Posts: 6,364Member
    Just fyi im always in need of coconut oil free skin products.. My sons highly allergic to coconut oil... Any tips on brands and products
    mom of wild children
    going to the chapel 7/5/2014
  • AnonUser26
    Posts: 1,144Guest
    I am so very proud to be a part of SMN.
  • SammieSammie
    Posts: 7,283Administrator, Moderator
    Let's make this BIG, mommas!! There's a LOT of power in the Scary Mommy Army, so let's share the link on Facebook, tweet it, pin it, and email it out. Let's spread the word!! Not just for fundraising purposes, so that families in need and mommas who need support know where to go. :) I'm so proud to be a part of Scary Mommy!! 

    Spread the word!! 

    community-manager


  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    @Chocoholic Yes! Below is the sheet I've been sending out. Thank you SO much!! 

    http://www.scarymommy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/MEDIA-KIT-NEW1.pdf
  • SofaQueenSofaQueen
    Posts: 170Member
    Also, many food banks and other agencies have special summer programs because they know kids are not getting lunches at school and some families struggle. I know in my area theres a couple places that give out lunches during the summer.

    Many also have weekend food backpack programs to help during the school year on weekends.

    http://feedingamerica.org/how-we-fight-hunger/programs-and-services/child-hunger/backpack-program.aspx

    This link has information about summer/weekend programs and a food bank locator to find one in your area tha participates.
  • LesboMomLesboMom
    Posts: 2,858Confessional Manager
    WOW!!!! In one morning almost $500 has been given!! Way to go, ladies!!!! Share the information with everyone you know!!! 

    confessional-manager

    Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow. -- Helen Keller
  • shadylaneshadylane
    Posts: 3,037Member
    @ScaryMomy, i emailed u a picture of my food card, i hope that will suffice? u should be able to read my name. please let me know if its ok.
    ~slim shady~
  • AnonUser28
    Posts: 2,083Guest
    I just want to say that I have been matched with a sponsor, and I don't know who you are, and I don't know if you know who you are, but it really means alot to me!!!! You have no idea how far I am going to make that money go. What a fabulous bunch of women!!
  • mericksmom
    Posts: 388Member
    If you are in AZ. There is a program called Market on the Move (MOM).  it is apart of the 3000 club.  for 10 bucks you can get 60+ lbs of produce. Basically it is whatever is in season. If you grab too much just pass it on to those who need it, friends, family, neighbors...

    https://the3000club.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=57&Itemid=59

    This has REALLY helped me and my neighbors/family. 
  • irishlassirishlass
    Posts: 6,727Member
    I feel a bit strange asking, but is the help international? 
    "Be who you are and say what you feel. Because those who matter don't mind and those who mind don't matter." - Dr. Seuss
  • AnonUser28
    Posts: 2,083Guest
    @irishlass I am Canadian, so I would assume so.
  • Luvlyssa
    Posts: 2,984Member
    they'd just have to change it to euoros or whatever....if you know someone who needs to apply @irishlass then have them apply... worst that happens is they hear it's just not possible... or that it'll take a little longer because they're in another country (that doesn't touch the US) but... I don't see why not.

    Mods- if you need help figuring out how to send to say... north pole ;) let me know. I bet i can have an answer tonight for anyone that applies tonight.
    Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming. What do we do? We swim, swim.
  • LoveLove
    Posts: 12,795Administrator, Moderator
    Ladies!

    We have seen a couple of confessions come through that say they haven't yet received their assistance, but don't want to ask about it directly...

    Nikki has informed us that she sent out emails asking for contact addresses to send it to, but hasn't heard back from several people.

    Everyone who applied: If you haven't received yours yet, PLEASE check your inboxes, spam filters, etc, or email Nikki directly. She can't mail it to you, if she doesn't have an address !

    community-manager


  • CalliopemarieCalliopemarie
    Posts: 4,341Member
    Just wanted to say thank you for mine!!
    i am insane!!! mwahahahaha
  • AnonUser29
    Posts: 1,169Guest
    I am so glad that someone posted on this link. I couldn't find it! Mine came in a few days ago. THANK YOU! From the whole of myheart! Thank you.
  • WhoDatIsWhoDatIs
    Posts: 733Member
    I got confirmation that mine was going to be mailed out and that my address was verified. Last email requested that I notify when I recieved it and that it should be anyday now. That was a month ago. :( I budgeted it in and now we're hurting even more without it.
    You and me, we go way back.
  • WhoDatIsWhoDatIs
    Posts: 733Member
    And I feel horrible having to ask about it.
    You and me, we go way back.
  • NikkiNikki
    Posts: 1,791Member
    Oh no! I'll check on the tracking first thing in the morning. :(
  • irishlassirishlass
    Posts: 6,727Member
    I want to say thankyou also! The effect of it is actually huge!! My boy can go to nursery now with the correct uniform :)
    "Be who you are and say what you feel. Because those who matter don't mind and those who mind don't matter." - Dr. Seuss
  • LoveLove
    Posts: 12,795Administrator, Moderator
    http://www.examiner.com/article/relief-for-mothers-need

    community-manager


  • AnonUser28
    Posts: 2,083Guest
    I haven't received mine either, I did submit my adress over a month ago. I also sent a PM to @Nikki, as well as an email asking when I might expect it, that was a few days ago, but have yet to hear back.
  • unforgivenunforgiven
    Posts: 12,700Confessional Manager
    @nikki 

    confessional-manager

    "What looks like torture is a time to rejoice
    What sounds like thunder is a comforting voice
    When what is beautiful looks broken and crushed
    And I say I don't know you
    But you say it's finished"
  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    @PallasAthene I'm so, so sorry to hear that. @Nikki is looking into it.
  • AnonUser28
    Posts: 2,083Guest
    That's ok @scarymommy, I still love ya! I just figured Nikki was busy and would get around to me, then I saw this thread at the top so thought I would comment.
  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    @PallasAthene It should NOT have taken this long - I assumed you got the help weeks ago.
  • SchweddyBallsSchweddyBalls
    Posts: 3,255Member
    I have the same situation.......registration and pic of my fs card confirmed........emailed info requested and haven't heard anything since.......figured I missed a deadline/cutoff.
    I'm the nicest person you will ever meet, UNTIL you fuck with me or the betches I love.......
  • NikkiNikki
    Posts: 1,791Member
    It's totally, 100% my fault. I don't know how I let this fall through the cracks. I'm so sorry @schweddyballs and @pallasathene.
  • AnonUser28
    Posts: 2,083Guest
    Thanks for getting me straightened out so quickly @nikki hun and @scarymommy! xxxoo
  • CalliopemarieCalliopemarie
    Posts: 4,341Member
    are people still allowed to sign up? my sisters husband lost his job and they are low on food so I was wondering if she could sign up. she's been to the confessional but I don't think she's been here yet
    i am insane!!! mwahahahaha
  • OtakuHimeOtakuHime
    Posts: 357Member
    I was just flat out told that they couldn't help me.

  • AloneOverseasAloneOverseas
    Posts: 2,240Member
    @otakuhime ... If I remember correctly its for people who receive some sort of food assistance who are falling short. Must have food stamps or something to show proof of need. See the top of this thread for more info ...
    I love purple; I love cats. Imagine if cats were purple ...
  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    @OtakuHime I'm PMing you.
  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    @Calliopemarie SMN help is limited to those who are a part of the community. See if you can get her over here, though, so we can help next time. :)
  • BeautifulDefianceBeautifulDefiance
    Posts: 755Member
    Is this still available? I was really trying to avoid having to do this which is why I waited so long, but unfortunately I have to ask. I just keep running out a week before stamps come in and it's killing me to have to pay for groceries cuz I have to take it from other bills and I'm just getting further and further behind
    I prefer not to think before speaking. I like being just as surprised as everyone else by what comes out of my mouth.

    SMSM_s_5

  • unforgivenunforgiven
    Posts: 12,700Confessional Manager
    @scarymommy

    confessional-manager

    "What looks like torture is a time to rejoice
    What sounds like thunder is a comforting voice
    When what is beautiful looks broken and crushed
    And I say I don't know you
    But you say it's finished"
  • CalliopemarieCalliopemarie
    Posts: 4,341Member
    @scarymommy I've been trying! lol she's shy
    i am insane!!! mwahahahaha
  • OtakuHimeOtakuHime
    Posts: 357Member
    @AloneOverseas I'm sorry to seem snippy, but I did send in a copy of my food assistance card, and was told there were no more funds.
  • ScaryMommyScaryMommy
    Posts: 3,369Administrator
    @OtakuHime in that case, it must have been after the deadline, which we had to enforce because there weren't anymore funds. Since then, we have gotten some more donations. I sent you a PM yesterday -- can you respond?
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