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The Trees of Hope Guild is our primary source
of volunteers. Guild volunteers bring enthusiasm,
ideas and dedication for Trees of Hope's support
of Houston's homeless population through Star
of Hope. Guild volunteer opportunities include
serving on a gala committee, assisting in the
TOH office, and volunteering at Star of Hope.
Whether you have time to volunteer on a regular
schedule, or can help on a one-time basis, there
is a place for you within the Trees of Hope
Guild. In addition to volunteer projects there
are also fun social activities. You are always
welcome to join us even if you are not a member
so that you can learn more about us.
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Their Shoes - A Back to School Story
The Trees of Hope Guild holds
two events for the approximately 70 children
living at the Transitional Living Center at
Star of Hope each year. This year's "Back
to School" in New Shoes was held in August
just before school began.
Our Guild along with support
of their friends raised enough money to buy
110 pair of shoes. Guild co-chair, Terry Prather,
and Sports Authority district manager Tony Patino
work together to hold this event at the Post
Oak store, and for a discount on shoes. Tony,
the Post Oak store manager Manny Rosado, and
all of his wonderful staff were happy to help!
They set aside a special place in the store
where the children could gather and receive
snacks, balloons and have their faces painted.
As soon as the children arrived
on the bus from Star of Hope, they set about
measuring their feet for proper fit and along
with Guild members (and some of their children!)
helped them select their new shoes. We even
had one of the boy's clubs from Second Baptist
School helping this year.
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The children had a great time selecting
their shoes, joking around with each other
and generally enjoying their last moments
before the school year arrived. It was
truly a happy time for everyone involved
from the children to Guild members, store
employees, and Star of Hope staff. As
they head off to school in their new shoes,
and the excitement of the year ahead,
it was nice to see the smiles on their
faces. Thanks to all who participated
for your time and compassion as you help
the Star of Hope children get off on the
right foot as the new school year begins!!
See
the photos
See
the 2010 photos
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