The 3rd Annual Holiday Care Package Drive

UNRIVALED POSITIVE IMPACT FEATURE 

OF THE WEEK

TONYA BOLDEN-BALL

FOUNDER OF RENEWED PERSPECTIVES, LLC

Tonya Bolden-Ball is a strong, caring, and compassionate woman when it comes to paying it forward. She has tapped into her resources and support system to help make the holiday season a little better for the less fortunate by organizing her annual holiday care package drive.

Read her full interview below.

Q: Mrs. Tonya Bolden-Ball! Tell us about your upcoming Holiday Care Package Drive, and what initially motivated you to organize something of this nature?

A: The 2014 Community Care 3rd Annual Holiday Care Package Drive is scheduled for December 14th, 3 pm - 5pm at the Northgate Mall parking(corner of Castille and Moss st). In the event of inclement weather, the event will take place in the Transcom Building. My initial motivation for the event came when I realized that every year during the holiday season there are numerous community drives that focus on collecting either toys or food. Years ago, I ran a homeless shelter for women and children. As many of the shelter residents became self-sufficient and transition into the community, many of them would not have enough funds to purchase items they would need beside food. I have been blessed to have such a great support system and I just feel the need to pay it forward and bless others. I have a great group of volunteers from both Northside High School and University of Louisiana at Lafayette who also have a desire to help others.

 Q: What is the ultimate goal that you hope to achieve with this event?

A: The ultimate goal is to spread some holiday cheer to the families and individuals of my Lafayette community. I want those who receive the care packages to understand that we in the Lafayette community do care about them. No one is exempt from dealing with hard times and no one should have to deal with hard times alone.

 Q: Will the items collected go towards a specific group, or to all families in need that you are able to serve?

A: This event is done primarily with the individuals and families of the Lafayette community in mind. Income levels do not determine who receives a care package....just a need and availability of care packages. Some of the care packages will be given to the Lafayette Fire Department to assist those who have lost their belongings to a fire.

Q: This is an annual event in Lafayette, LA, do you plan to organize similar events in other cities? 

A: My current focus is serving my Lafayette community. If there is a need in other communities for such a project as this one, I would be glad to offer assistance with organizing one.

Q: Where can those who want to keep up with your movement and other future events go to stay updated?    

A: My facebook page at Renewed Perspectives LLC or www.renewedperspectivesllc.com. For more information, I can be reached at holidaycarepackage@gmail.com or 337-255-5151.

The White Ribbon Domestic Violence Seminar Presented By Peerless Productions!

 UNRIVALED POSITIVE IMPACT FEATURE OF THE WEEK

Founder of Peerless Productions

Presents

White Ribbon Domestic Violence Seminar

This compassionate youngman is known for producing some of the most compelling plays in the city of Lafayette, LA. All of his plays cover significant topics that many are afraid to tackle. Domestic Violence is one of those topics that many are affected by, but are too afraid to speak up on.

Mr. Faulk has done it again by organizing an event that will not only shed light on the serious issue of domestic violence, but it will also help aid the healing process for those who have been affected!

Read his full interview below

Q: Hello Mr. Jasper "Peerless Poet" Faulk! Tell us what motivated you to organize such an event of this magnitude?

A: What stem this event was when I had two close friends experience the abuse on a life or death scale. It was then time for someone to speak up!

Q: What do you hope to achieve with this event?

A: The goal is to have people Speak Up about their situation or someone else situation so we can get them help! We never know what people are going through until they #SpeakUp.

Q: Will this be an annual event or something you plan to take to other cities in the future?

A: This could potentially be an annual event.

Q: What can those who plan to attend your event expect?

A: They can expect words of encouragement, knowledge about what to do, knowledge about who to talk to. Live entertainment, vendor specials, and networking.

Q: Where can those who wants to keep up with your movement and other events go to stay updated?  

A: They can stay updated by following the Peerless Poet and Peerless Productions Facebook pages.

Precious Magee Presents Dining With Queens!

Unrivaled Positive Impact

Feature of The Week

Precious Magee

Founder of Dining with Queens 

This beautiful southern belle is ready to change the world with her positive movement one brunch at a time. Precious Magee hopes to bring women from all different walks of life together for the greater good!

Read her full interview below.

Q: Welcome Precious! Tell us a little bit about yourself, and what motivated you to start this positive movement?

A: My name is Precious Magee, and I am 25 years old. I was born and raised in New Orleans LA. I have a big heart, and I feel it is my purpose in life to help people. I have always felt like I want everyone to come together and help each other. I wondered how, then I did it. I started dining with queens and had my first brunch August 3, 2014.

Q: What is the purpose behind your upcoming event Dining With Queens Empowerment & Networking Brunch, and what do you hope to achieve?

A: The purpose behind this movement is to bring women together. I’m giving women something to be a part of. We all support and empower each other with life and business. I hope to help women create new friendships new business partners and help them try to figure out their purpose in life.

Q: When and Where will this great event take place?

A: This event will be on November 29, 2014 at 10am until 1pm at 2372 St. Claude Ave. New Orleans, LA.

Q: Will this be an annual event or something you plan to take to other cities in the future?

A: This event will take place every 2 to 3 months, yes we do plan to have this event in different cities.

Q: What can those who plan to attend your event expect?

A: This event will empower, inspire and help those in attendance with business tips.

Q: Where can anyone who wants to keep up with your movement go to stay updated?

A: Information about upcoming events, memberships, and more can be found on our website www.Diningwithqueens.com also on our Facebook page dining with queens, and our Instagram @Diningwithqueensnola