12/11/2024
Dear Cyclone Nation and RISE Supporters,
This fall, RISE students have been busy learning about planning and participating in service projects. We've discovered that giving back to others is a vital part of living in a strong, supportive community. After a lot of hard work, we're ready to apply what we've learned—and we need your help!
Our class is raising donations to support meeting the physical needs of JMS students on a daily basis. These efforts are carried out by the JMS Care Team, which partners with outside agencies and community members to provide essential items like clothing, hygiene products, school supplies, and more. Your contributions will directly support this meaningful work, ensuring that students have what they need to thrive at school each and every day.
Here’s how you can help:
Gather Gifts
Round up any items from home you’d like wrapped. Don’t worry about pre-labeling or prepping—we’ve got all the wrapping paper, boxes, tape, and packing supplies covered!
Sign Up for Drop-Off
Use this link to schedule a time to drop off your gifts between December 9th and December 18th. You can choose between in-person drop-off or curbside pickup if you have a car full of items. We’re happy to handle any quantity of gifts—last year’s largest drop-off was over 30!
Drop-Off Day
Arrive at your scheduled time, and someone from the Cyclone Wrapping Center will assist you with filling out a drop-off form and labeling your gifts with our custom JMS gift tags. You’ll also get to choose a wrapping paper theme that suits your celebrations. (We can even wrap birthday gifts!) The whole process takes just 10 minutes.
Wrapping Paper Themes:
Christmas Fun (Santa, Reindeer, etc.)
Wrappers Delight - Student Worker's Choice
Silver and Gold
Classy Christmas - Simple patterns in holiday colors
Brown Paper
Other Special Event ___________
Pick Up Your Gifts
Once our skilled gift wrappers have completed your gifts, a student will email you to arrange a pickup time. Your beautifully wrapped presents will be ready for giving!
Make Your Donation
After your gifts are wrapped and ready, you can make a donation to support the JMS Care Team and their work meeting the physical needs of JMS students. Your generosity will help provide clothing, hygiene items, school supplies, and other essentials. Cash and checks are accepted.
Last year, we were able to make a significant impact on the lives of JMS students and their families by raising over $300, and we hope to do even more this year with your support.
Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Together, we can ensure that JMS students have the resources they need to thrive all year long.
Warm regards,
Jenny Howard
JMS RISE
