2011 Crossroads East Giving Reaches New High
By Janet and Larry Peplin for Crossroads East Outreach
We’re proud to share that in 2011, we reached a new milestone by donating 13,044 pounds of food to Crossroads East—surpassing our 2010 total by 2,840 pounds!
A few highlights from the year:
- We continued to be one of the largest suppliers of fresh protein foods, donating 294 dozen eggs and 150 gallons of milk.
- Our weekly Saturday bread pick-ups from Kroger—46 in total—brought in 3,631 pounds of breads and baked goods.
- Special collections organized by Grosse Pointe Music Academy during their concerts added another 465 pounds of canned goods.
- First Sunday Food Sharing events were especially fruitful, with generous donations of canned goods, checks, and cash.
- A heartfelt thank you to the Resale Shop Volunteers, whose fourth-quarter contributions helped push us over the top.
- Our food-sharing model was presented at a UU conference and distributed statewide. To view the document, visit the “Community Outreach: Our Projects in Action” section of our website and click on First Sunday Food Sharing.
We’re filled with hope and enthusiasm for the year ahead. With the ongoing generosity of our community, we’re optimistic that 2012 will bring another record-breaking total—continuing our six-year streak of growth.
Thank you to everyone who contributed—your support is felt by so many, and we are honored to serve on your behalf.
Grosse Pointe Music Academy
Professional Music Instruction for All Ages and Skill Levels
We proudly offer private and group instruction in:
- Guitar
- Piano
- Violin & Viola
- Drums
- Voice
- Clarinet
- Saxophone
- Flute
- Ukulele
Group Programs Include:
- Rock Band Classes
- Guitar Ensemble
- Vocal Ensemble
- Songwriting Workshop
- Music Together® for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers
📍 Grosse Pointe Location
19443 Mack Ave.
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
📞 313-458-7723
📍 Canton Location
5880 N. Canton Center Rd., Suite 425
Canton, MI 48187
📞 734-667-4983
For more information or to schedule a free trial lesson or class, visit our website or give us a call. Let music be part of your story this year!
Wow 465 pounds! way to go Grosse Pointe Music Academy!
I think that it’s pretty cool. I think that the next recital we should really push people to empty out their cupboards and give generously. I’d like to break the 1000 pound mark.
Impressive. Not only is Grosse Pointe Music Academy providing a foundation of music to our children but also setting a great example of giving back to our community for those less fortunate. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the kind words. We are committed to creating a musical and healthy community for everyone.
Very awesome & way to “pay it forward” for Grosse Pointe Music Academy!! I agree with Diane, great example of giving back to the community and showing the staff & students at Grosse Pointe that we can succeed in doing so! Looking forward to breaking this year’s record in 2013!
WOW!!! Good work, guys! Way to make a difference in people’s lives in versatile ways! Not only do you guys provide superb musical instruction in a professional setting, but you’re also dedicated to helping the less fortunate in the community! What a fantastic program you guys are running! Keep up the good work! ROCK!
Thanks! If there is one sure thing in this world it’s that we at Grosse Pointe Music Academy are going to continue to ROCK!