Loving Miami: Ways to Serve our City

Hosting 6 kids in my two bedroom home. . . 

This summer we hosted 6 of my nieces and nephews… As you can imagine it was crazy busy. However, we loved every minute of it. Our kids had never experienced the hustle and bustle of Miami and while they expected “fun in the sun,” we were intentional to make their visit both memorable and fun. From Salty Donut, Fun Dimension, Cafecito all the way to serving the community at Chapman Partnership Homeless Center we gave them the Miami Experience.

Upon their departure, we discussed some of their favorite memories and surprisingly they replied that their favorite memory was serving others. This summer they had the opportunity to serve at the Chapman Partnership for the Homeless and at our church on Sundays. While hosting a fun summer for them was our desire, we were so thankful that they discovered a desire to use their hands and feet for the benefit of mankind.

Consequently, I was surprised to hear that serving others made the top of their list. This has inspired me to share a few ideas on how we can collectively “Love on Miami” as summer comes to an end.

Loving Miami – Ways to Serve our City

• Create Hope Bags for the Homeless
  • Visit your nearest store and put together goodie bags with your children! Teach them about kindness and how they can serve others through their actions.
  • Supplies: Water, Chips, Germ X, Sock, Tuna Fish to go, ToothBrush & Toothpaste
  • Keep the bags in your car and give them away as needed. 
  • Include a free printable encouragement card: [Click to download] 

• Serve at the Chapman Partnership for the Homeless
  • Sign up your family to serve and prepare food for the families of the Chapman. You can sign up here. We would love to have you and your family join us. Children ages 5+ are welcome to attend. 
• Purchase school supplies for survivors of sexual abuse
  • Kristi House is a center for children survivors of sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. Every year the agency seeks donations to bless the families of Kristi House. While you go back to school shopping remember those who are less fortunate and add additional supplies to your cart.  
  • The families of Kristi House would be thrilled to receive your donation, find our more at http://www.kristihouse.org

I can’t wait to hear all about your experiences, let me know how it goes in the comments section!

All the Best,

Abby A