Esther's Attic, Operation Hope yard sale and season Opening

Esther's Attic/Operation Hope held their seasonal yard sale a couple weeks back, I couldn't get the word out because of my internet problem so better late than never! A big thanks to the FedEx volunteers, you guys were great and I hope more businesses can volunteer within the communities. It's also funny that my nemesis (the owner of the book store who threaten to sue me) was all smiles and greeted me too.

 

We had loads and loads of clothing and furniture and it turned out to be a very productive day. Our goal is to earn enough for our winter warmth campaign clothing 2500 needy workers. I'm pretty sure our season starts this weekend. A big thanks to everyone who came to shop til' they dropped.

Operation Hope won the Philly Cream Cheese "Spread Some Inspiration" Award!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We at Operation Hope would like to thank all of those who voted for our cause!! Your votes helped OH to win the Philly Cream Cheese "Spread Some Inspiration"  contest!

 Mrs. Sheryl Mairza

Dear volunteers, patrons, well wishers, friends, team and everyone else that continue to believe in Operation HOPE’s Mission of Mercy, we would like to extend our deepest Appreciation and Thanks to each one of you.

With the help of your votes, We, Operation HOPE Kuwait won the 1st position in Philadelphia Cream Cheese’s (from Mondelez International, formerly Kraft Foods) ''Spread Some Inspiration' campaign in its fourth edition. OH founder, Ms. Sheryl Mairza was awarded the inspiration trophy for initiating the OH mission from its humble beginnings in 2005 at the recent Brunch award ceremony held in Dubai on May 14th, 2013 where OH was also awarded a cash prize of USD 10,000.

The campaign that celebrates and recognizes the unsung women heroes of the region for their contributions in philanthropy, community development and charitable causes thereby bringing much needed awareness was originally launched in line with the International Women's Day... in 2010 and this year witnessed a partnership with UN Women - the UN organization dedicated to gender equality and empowerment of women globally - for the second year in a row.

Thanks to each of your vote, the prize money won would go towards our 2013 Winter Warmth Outreach Program, wherein we provide warmth hampers to over 2,500 street workers in Kuwait.

If you'd like to read more about our award and our story please visit http://www.phillyarabia.com/index.php.

The top three contestants

 

Congratulations Sheryl! We love you!

Please vote for Operation Hope !!!!!!!

The founder of Operation Hope, Sheryl Mairza has informed me that OH has been shortlisted in the "Spread Some Inspiration" contest from Philly Arabia!

Quote from Sheryl:

"Dear Friends ~ please take a moment from your day to place your vote for Operation HOPE Kuwait. We have been shortlisted from the numerous submissions for this year's "Spread Some Inspiration" campaign sponsored by Philly Arabia. Kindly click on the link just below and click on the word "vote" located on our photograph. The public will now determine which order the shortlisted three will be awarded prizes: First, second, or third... Will you cast your vote today? Also, kindly share this with friends, colleagues and family, so that they, too, may support our standing with this campaign. Your support is most appreciated...! Blessings, Sheryll and the OH team! "

OH must gather all votes by May 8th, please share and put Kuwait on the map!

 Vote by clicking here! It's the middle box with the blonde lady surrounded by kids.

If you would like to know more about Operation Hope please visit our Facebook Page and thank you for your votes!

Operation Hope - Christmas at Hope House

 

 

Operation Hope will be hosting their Christmas bazaar on Saturday, December 1 from 9am-3pm. Our pre-holiday bazaar  is being held in the courtyard of Hope House where you can buy your candy canes, live poinsettia plants, hand-painted cookies, holiday towels, tapestries and quilts, peppermint flavored hot chocolate packets, frankincense, myrrh, hand bag organizers, scarves, jewellery and much more. We will also debut the work of Kuwaiti/American abstract artist Rashed Al-Alban.

Bring the kids to see Santa too!! Esther's Attic will also be open for shopping.

Address: Rumaithiya, Block 9, St 92, House 23, parking for the event will be passed the house by the co-op as to not upset the neighbors.

Please pass the word!!!!!!!!!!

All proceeds from Esther's Attic and donations from vendors will go toward our winter warmth bags.

Operation Hope SOS

We at Operation Hope are asking for your donations for Esther's Attic. Gently used clothing to furniture items are what we look for and all money earned from sales goes directly to our winter warmth fund. This winter season we would like to provide 2,000 winter warmth bags to the needy.  Please pass the word to anyone who may be moving or cleaning house. You can also help out by visiting Esther's Attic every Saturday from 9am-12 pm.

Rumaithiya, block 9, street 92, house 23

We appreciate your help!