Operation Prom 2015

So I had a chance to read Maya Elious' blog titled:

3 REASONS WE NEED TO SLOW DOWN IN LIFE + BUSINESS

Some of the things she stated really spoke to me. Especially the part about "Taking the time to stop really gives you chance to regain your physical and mental health, pay attention to important details and find clarity in your purpose."

For the last 2 months every other week I had been traveling and didn't have time to blog about our latest happenings and events. Also while traveling and being on the go I had been doing the minimum when it came to planning upcoming events which caused me to become inconsistent. 

With all of that being said I have gotten back on track and I am now settled. Now I can give you a quick recap of our Operation Prom 2015 efforts: 

J. Divine Group along with Prim n Edgy Boutique (for the 2nd year in a row) was able to sponsor a young lady and provide her with all of her prom essentials. This year we chose a registered Communities in Schools (CIS) Student. Our recipient was a senior at Garinger High School who is considered an outstanding student that excels academically and is recognized as a gem amongst her peers. 

As you may or may not know the mission of Communities in Schools is to "surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life." In return for her commitment to education we wanted to give back by providing her with all of her prom needs. This included a dress, shoes, accessories, hair, make-up, manicure and a boutonniere (for her date). 

However, we did not work alone and have to give a huge thanks to our sponsors who have helped make this all possible: 

Make up: www.dolledupbybri.com

Nails/Pedicure: www.instagram.com/ash.nailz

Shoes: www.milestonefamilyservice.com

Boutonniere: www.basketsandblossoms.com

Accessories: www.primnedgy.com

We were able to provide the prom dress through our previous event called Painting with a Purpose. The idea behind PWAP was to raise funds for J. Divine Group and its future opportunities. We chose to work with an independent artist by the name of Cathay Dawkins where he showed us how to paint cherry blossoms. See video below. 

As a result of PWAP we were not only able to provide the prom dress but we also provided Easter baskets to the children sheltered at the Salvation Army Center of Hope. 

Painting with a Purpose 

For pictures of Operation Prom 2015 visit and like our facebook page at: www.facebook.com/jdivinegroup.com. 

March Volunteer Challenge

PC Group 365 has teamed up with J. Divine Group to promote the March Volunteer Challenge. Both organizations are 501(c)(3) non profits that are dedicated to giving back. We want to challenge you all to do the same!!!! Specifically, during the month of March!!!! We have organized volunteer projects for each Saturday during the month that you can participate in. You can register for one or ALL of the activities at:

http://marchvolunteerchallenge.eventbrite.com

These activities will be a minimum of 2 hours each and all we are asking for is your commitment. To commit your time, you can complete the MVC pledge at: 

https://pcgroup365.wufoo.com/forms/ms4wxmh0uqvrtx/


In return for your commitment we will be hosting a raffle to win a gift card to Panera Bread or Ruth Chris. However, please keep in mind

*** To qualify for the raffle you must attend all 4 volunteer projects, submit MVC pledge and be present during the drawing****

The MVC schedule:

March 7th, 9am-12pm 

Second Harvest Food Bank

500 Spratt St. 

Charlotte, NC 28206

March 14th, 9am-11 am

Crisis Assistance Ministries 

500-A Spratt st. 

Charlotte, N 28206

March 21st, 6am-10:30am

901 South Kings Dr. 

Charlotte, NC 28207

March 28th, 12pm-2pm

Samaritans House 

611 Fortune St. 

Charlotte, NC 28205

We look forward to volunteering with you and thank you for your commitment in advance!!!!! 

Are you willing to help???

There are many individuals and organizations that service the Charlotte area. We want to take the time to acknowledge fitchixunited and Danshell Walls. These women are active in the community and have a desire to give back. Fitchixunited are women who are committed to living a fit and healthy lifestyle. Their focus is on “A healthier lifestyle for a longer lifespan”. With temperatures dropping to a record low this leaves our homeless community at risk for frostbite, hypothermia and fatality. Thanks God for these ladies stepping up to make a difference. Saturday January 17^th,will you help? Kickoff will begin at 1pm and they will be serving our homeless community in uptown Charlotte, NC. They are looking for volunteers, donations and assistants to help with preparing meals and toiletry bags. If you are interested (in teaming up with them or donating) please contact fitchixunited@gmail.com. Additional information below:  

Meal will include:

Chilli/Salad/Cornbread/Bottled water

Toiletry bags will include:

Toothpaste/toothbrush/floss

comb/brush

deodorant/lotion

washcloths/wipes

razors/personal hygiene products

socks/ear muffs/blankets/gloves 

Ways to donate:

Cash (for food)

Toiletry bag items

Collection dates:

Friday November 21, 2014-Thursday January 15, 2015

Contact info:

Nikki 980.207.9545

Sheleah.davidson@gmail.com

Aumi 704.649.3582

Auminati@hotmail.com

Danshell 248.819.0003

Danshell.walls@gmail.com

Welcome 2015!!!!!

It’s the 9th day into the New Year and we are curious to know how those New Year resolutions are coming along? According to http://www.statisticbrain.com/ only 8% of people are actually successful in achieving their resolution. Although we didn’t make any resolutions this year we are excited about the New Year and all it has to offer. New Year, new goals and new dreams! For us the New Year means a new budget, new ideas, new events and new volunteer opportunities. In 2014 we were just getting warmed up and we ended the last quarter with a charity event called Pins for Pink. So we welcome 2015 with open arms!

“Pins for Pink” was a charity event we held in support of breast cancer awareness. This event was held at Ten Park lanes on Friday October 17, 2014. It was remarkable to see a group of people come together for a good cause. We were able to raise $400 and Carolina Breast Friends was our choice recipient. We look forward to doing this again with more supporters and more money raised. Visit www.jdivinegroup.com to see the pictures from the event.