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St. Joseph's Indian School eClub
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*Rawhide dreamcatcher keychain
*Native American-inspired address labels
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THANKS OP! I've always wanted a dreamcatcher keychain.

I remember this organization from years ago. Back in the 70's when my sister was still living, she always used to donate to them two or three times a year. They were always sending her little things in the mail, such as address stickers and some small Native American things. We're of Native American ( Cherokee ) descent and my sister loved feeling like her donations went to a good "close to the heart" cause. Although they're many different Native American tribes, she felt drawn to all of them. I still have a small Indian design bookmark that she got from them, which I believe is made of some type of shell.

Thanks for the post and for bringing back some nice memories of my sister, who took her own life in 1977. She had her pet charities and this was one of them. I hope a few people here will send in a donation, even a couple dollars or a single dollar bill, if they can afford to, when they receive their requested gift in the mail. It isn't a requirement but if only 2 out of ten people will help by donating a small amount, I'm sure it would be appreciated.

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Sweet.Thanks!!:worship:

I remember this organization from years ago. Back in the 70's when my sister was still living, she always used to donate to them two or three times a year. They were always sending her little things in the mail, such as address stickers and some small Native American things. We're of Native American ( Cherokee ) descent and my sister loved feeling like her donations went to a good "close to the heart" cause. Although they're many different Native American tribes, she felt drawn to all of them. I still have a small Indian design bookmark that she got from them, which I believe is made of some type of shell.

Thanks for the post and for bringing back some nice memories of my sister, who took her own life in 1977. She had her pet charities and this was one of them. I hope a few people here will send in a donation, even a couple dollars or a single dollar bill, if they can afford to, when they receive their requested gift in the mail. It isn't a requirement but if only 2 out of ten people will help by donating a small amount, I'm sure it would be appreciated.

:O

:hug: :heart:

I hope they don't get overwhelmed with thoughtless requests for these though.

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Thank you. I really like the keychain. Can't wait to get it.

you can also send them your campbells labels for education, that would be nice for people who don't have kids. I use to do that before my kids were old enough for school.

I got these months ago, pretty nice

nice thanks !!!!

thank u!

thanks

That looks like a nice keychain, thanks!

I think they also take boxtops for education. I remember emailing them aout this over a year ago when I had a stack of boxtops for education I didn't need. if you don't regularly donate them or give them to friends, start collectiong them and send them to a place like this twice a year. it really makes a difference.

My personal rule about addy labels is this: I donate between $3 and $10 depending on the quality and number of laels sent WHEN I REQUEST THEM and after I get the labels. I do not feel obligated to donate if a charity buys my mailing address from a "likely donor" list and just sends them out of the blue. Even so, If they send me labels a really love and will use, I try to send what I can. My favorite label senders are: Cystic Fibrosis Society (rose designs), North shore Animal league (who doesn't luv puppies and kitties?), Humane society here in Los Angeles, and Susan komen Foundation (breast Cancer research)

if you want to use my personal 'rule' go ahead. Some charities get the labels and printing for free while others budget for it as part of their new donors compaigns. I feel donating if you request them is a good rule of thumb. After that, you really can't send $$ to them all because you will start getting free labels from dozens of groups. Give to the ones you care about the most and ask the others not to send you anymore or to stop sending if they mispell - that way they save money.

Thank you OP, and helpers for all the info!

I got really pretty fall designs from the AMerican Heart Association.

Thank you, and it looks like a good cause, too. I plan on donating something.

I remember this organization from years ago. Back in the 70's when my sister was still living, she always used to donate to them two or three times a year. They were always sending her little things in the mail, such as address stickers and some small Native American things. We're of Native American ( Cherokee ) descent and my sister loved feeling like her donations went to a good "close to the heart" cause. Although they're many different Native American tribes, she felt drawn to all of them. I still have a small Indian design bookmark that she got from them, which I believe is made of some type of shell.

Thanks for the post and for bringing back some nice memories of my sister, who took her own life in 1977. She had her pet charities and this was one of them. I hope a few people here will send in a donation, even a couple dollars or a single dollar bill, if they can afford to, when they receive their requested gift in the mail. It isn't a requirement but if only 2 out of ten people will help by donating a small amount, I'm sure it would be appreciated.

:O

I am very sorry about your sister. This is also one of my very favorite charities. They have great Christmas cards which I purchase every year. Red Cloud High School on Pine Ridge Rez is another favorite. They put out a beautiful calender each year which I buy as Christmas gifts.

thanks

has any one got it yet or know how long it takes to receive one?
thanks

Thanks, OP!

Thanks KitKat953, the DreamCatcher is great. (Okay sorry Kel_Be, i know wrong thread.)

Thanks!

Thanks. I got it last Wed or Thurs. It is very nice. I plan to contribute.

Thanks :)

thanks!

This comes, it's nice :)

Yes, I got one a couple weeks ago.

If they're not overwhelmed with requests, as soon as I get the gift in the mail, I will absolutely donate. It's well worth it.

Thank you~

I just got one in the mail from fastwebs (a scholorship website). So i looked up their website and i found that if you sign up to their newsletter you get a free keychain. I hoep this isn't a repost since i searched and searched. So this comes 100 percent since its from St. Josephs indian school, and I also got it :lol:. so heres the link

http://www.stjo.org/custom/forms/index.cfm?action=newsletter&cat=118

enjoy :D

It was nice when I recieved it, but it came apart within a month or so.

Thanks

Thank You!

mine came today with some name/address labels!

remember to donate some $ if you got this freebie! :heart:

thnx alot :) as far as boxtops i send them to my kids school

thanks!

Thanks!

this was a very nice freebie and while I was not able to donate I did email them a thank you note

just got this in my email.
thank you for joining our eClub! Your dreamcatcher gift package will arrive in 4-6 weeks.
thanx op

Thanks. Signed up to get the keychain. Hope they are still doing this.

I just got my keychain today. It looks pretty cool. :)

Now that I know they send them, I should check my Mom's address and have one sent to her too. I know she likes dreamcatchers.

thanks

I got mine the other day....very nice freebie. Very nice organization...I donated!

thanks

Looks like this is still working. Thanks KitKat!

eClub members help us reduce overhead expenses by saving on postage and printing costs. However, in order to become an eClub member AND receive your free gift package, you must confirm your information via the email we will send to your account. If you confirm your information within five (5) days, your dreamcatcher gift package will arrive in 5-8 weeks. God bless!

appreciate it! worked for me as of 8-14

Thanks! My son has a keychain collection-he will love this!

Very nice. Thanks so much! I noticed on the site the list of things that people can donate including kids clothes, sheets and other things that they need for the kids there. This is a great way to donate without sending actual cash if you are not able to.

Thanks again! :D

KILLS BAD DREAMS-for your keys...
its a must have


http://www.aktalakota.org/custom/forms/index.cfm?action=newsletter&cat=61

thanks

good job...thanks

:) Thanks

Pilamaya - thank you - for joining St. Joseph's Indian School's eClub! A confirmation message has been sent to you; please follow the directions in our confirmation email within five (5) days in order to verify your email address and receive your FREE dreamcatcher gift package.

If you confirm your email address within five (5) days, your free gift package will arrive in 5-8 weeks. We look forward to staying in touch with you!

thanks op

I remember this organization from years ago. Back in the 70's when my sister was still living, she always used to donate to them two or three times a year. They were always sending her little things in the mail, such as address stickers and some small Native American things. We're of Native American ( Cherokee ) descent and my sister loved feeling like her donations went to a good "close to the heart" cause. Although they're many different Native American tribes, she felt drawn to all of them. I still have a small Indian design bookmark that she got from them, which I believe is made of some type of shell.

Thanks for the post and for bringing back some nice memories of my sister, who took her own life in 1977. She had her pet charities and this was one of them. I hope a few people here will send in a donation, even a couple dollars or a single dollar bill, if they can afford to, when they receive their requested gift in the mail. It isn't a requirement but if only 2 out of ten people will help by donating a small amount, I'm sure it would be appreciated.

:O

Hi, I believe that this is a GOOD organization that helps people. I DON"T believe that anyone should just send them a request for free items without sending in a donation. That is NOT FAIR!!!!!!!!!!! Please if you ask for something PLEASE give them a donation. That is not fair. it is a great place. I have been donating these people money for years now.

Hi, I believe that this is a GOOD organization that helps people. I DON"T believe that anyone should just send them a request for free items without sending in a donation. That is NOT FAIR!!!!!!!!!!! Please if you ask for something PLEASE give them a donation. That is not fair. it is a great place. I have been donating these people money for years now.


I believe they also welcome donations of Boxtops for Education - I'd have to email them to confirm that but I recall sending them a big pack of them a couple of years ago and getting a lovely thankyou letter. If you are short on cash but long on box tops for education, they are worth 10 cents each to the schools that do the program!

http://www.stjo.org/custom/forms/index.cfm?action=newsletter

Native American theme FYI

Native American theme FYI

Funny how the website still reads Indian.

Native American theme FYI

I am anti PC. Indian is indian, black is black and white is white. people need to stop whinning

I am anti PC. Indian is indian, black is black and white is white. people need to stop whinning

Indian means people from India, though...:ermm:

Then all the old westerns on tv are all mis-casted?

Hi,

I run a non profit organization and have worked in this field since I was a teen.
There are a great many people who take advantage of non profits and request these items.
IN one instance alone I am personally aware of more than 500 REQUESTED free gifts were sent out. 120 brought in donations. Average donation is about 30.00 It wound up costing this organization almost 5000.00 That money came out of a hunger relief program which meant quite a few hungry people.

The costs of this type of campaign are not limited to the items. Postage,employees facility costs all go into the costs.

If you do not like the work of an organization or are not interested in supporting them do not ask for a donation. You go on their list as a donor. They continue to spend money to send you updates and ask for donations. You will easily wind up costing them more than you ever sent them.

Hi ,

Seems we got a bit off track but I agree with HappyJackGum,in that all this PC stuff is going to be our undoing. Well my 2 cents and koolade to all "progressives" out there. :nod:

Thanks

thank you

Hi,

I run a non profit organization and have worked in this field since I was a teen.
There are a great many people who take advantage of non profits and request these items.
IN one instance alone I am personally aware of more than 500 REQUESTED free gifts were sent out. 120 brought in donations. Average donation is about 30.00 It wound up costing this organization almost 5000.00 That money came out of a hunger relief program which meant quite a few hungry people.

The costs of this type of campaign are not limited to the items. Postage,employees facility costs all go into the costs.

If you do not like the work of an organization or are not interested in supporting them do not ask for a donation. You go on their list as a donor. They continue to spend money to send you updates and ask for donations. You will easily wind up costing them more than you ever sent them.


that is such a peculiar way to run things, imho. Why would you spend more than you'd know you'd bring in? Why would the money for freebie items come from the food budget ?? shouldn't that come from donations (of free items) and such, not hey, so and so wants a key chain, and take it out of the operations budget or food budget -- just odd.

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Staying on topic,

I don't think this school operates like you ran yours -- they do seem to have a handle on what they are bringing in and spending asking for donations. I trust they are continuing to spend the money donated on the kids, and not the situation you described. They do help a lot of underpriviledged children, and the people who run it truly seem to care about the kids, and the kids seem to be in a much better situation at the school. In the summer they still need donations because they keep some of the children year-round, which is wonderful as well.

Procured

i love indian stuff

Niceness, thanks.

Awesome!!! Thanks!

I donate all the time. Once on their mailing list they'll send out address labels often and holiday cards at Christmas.

I donate all the time. Once on their mailing list they'll send out address labels often and holiday cards at Christmas.

I also received these quite a while ago. I get a Xmas card every year from the school and I send them something in return.