Thursday, April 25, 2013

Davidson Businesses Ready for AGSF Awareness Month

In just a few short days, AGSF Awareness Month begins.  This is a big deal for us and we're thrilled to see that support in the Davidson community has doubled since our inaugural AGSF Awareness Month in 2012.

Why May?
We chose May to hold our first AGSF Awareness month to coincide with three meaningful events:
  1. May is ALS Awareness month and since part of our mission is to support organizations searching for a cure for ALS, it is fitting to share this  month.
  2. May 5th is Laura Somerville Woodall's birthday, our dear friend and the person who dreamt up AGSF and then asked friends to make her dream a reality. She's the inspiration for all we do at AGSF.
  3. May 12th is Mother's Day and since our mission centers around helping mothers, what better month to spread the word about AGSF.
How can I learn more about this organization?
Visit our booths at Davidson Town Day on May 4, Davidson Farmers Market on May 11 and in front of Raeford's Barber shop on May 18.  Volunteers will be ready to answer any and all of your questions. 

I love to shop and eat, how can I support AGSF and my local Davidson community?
Shop and dine at these businesses on the days indicated and AGSF will benefit. Please note, some events are during specific time frames during the day so make sure to plan your day to visit that business during the time indicated below.


Raffle, I love a raffle!
Well, then we have good news for you.  We'll be selling raffle tickets and other goodies at the booths.  We have great prizes from Caroline Caton Quilts, Wooden Stone, Savvy Salon and Day Spa, Monkees, Dance Davidson and Davidson Community Players!

OK, I have my calendar ready, where and when can I support AGSF?

May 1 - Sabi (http://www.ilovesabi.com) 130 Harbour Place Drive, Davidson, NC  Write “AGSF” at the bottom of the receipt.

May 4 – Davidson Town Day (http://www.ci.davidson.nc.us)  Main Street, Davidson, NC. Look for the AGSF booth.

May 9, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m -  Carrburritos (http://www.carrburritos.com/davidson/)  445 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 11 -  Davidson Farmers Market (http://www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org/)  Located next to Town Hall between Main & Jackson Streets.  Look for the AGSF booth.

May 14 – The Village Store (www.thevillagestore.com) 110 South Main Street, Davidson, NC.

May 16 – Restaurant X (http://www.restaurantx-davidson.com/)   408 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 18 -  Raefords Barber Shop  206 S. Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 18 – Davidson Beverage Company (http://www.davidsonbeverage.com/)   442 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

 May 19 – 4:00 p.m.  GottaYoga LKN (http://www.gottayogastudio.com/lkn_home.html)  19911 North Cove Road, Suite 12, Cornelius NC
This is a Karma Yoga Class – there is no fee to attend but donations are accepted.

May 21 – Toast (http://toastcafeonline.com/davidson/)  101 N. Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 21 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. -- Ben & Jerry's Davidson (http://scoopshops.benjerry.com/scoopshops/davidson/default.aspx) 202 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 29 -- Flat Iron Grill (http://www.flatirononmain.com/) 215 South Main Street, Davidson, NC
Diners must present a flyer and 15% of sale will go to AGSF.  Pick a flyer up at Town Day, Farmers Market or Raeford’s Booths.  Or email agsf@agivingspirit.org to request one.

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Get Ready for AGSF Awareness Month!

We're gearing up for our 2nd Annual A Giving Spirit Awareness Month to be held in May, 2013!  Last year was a success and local businesses showed their support throughout the month by hosting events and donating proceeds from sales.


AGSF Awareness month is planned for the month of May to coincide with ALS Awareness month, Mother’s Day and Laura Somerville Woodall's  birthday.  

A Giving Spirit Foundation (AGSF) provides financial assistance to deserving mothers in the Davidson and greater Charlotte, NC area who are suffering from a debilitating disease or other unforeseen health challenge.  AGSF also supports research organizations searching for a cure for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), like Project ALS and The ALS Association.  AGSF is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

AGSF was founded in 2008, soon after Laura Woodall was diagnosed with ALS. Laura quickly realized that one of the most challenging parts of living with disease is the toll it can take on the family, mainly due to the new financial pressures that come with ongoing  health issues. That realization prompted her to take action and ask friends to form A Giving Spirit Foundation.

Local businesses that will be holding events this year are Carrburitos, The Village Store, Davidson Farmers Market, Raeford's Barber Shop, Ben & Jerry's and Flat Iron Grill.   We're in discussions with more businesses and anticipate a full month!  The May events calendar will be published as soon as details are finalized.

To stay up to date on the May events, please  like the AGSF Facebook page.

If you would like to know more about AGSF, be a volunteer or request a grant application, please contact agsf@agivingspirit.org.