In three months, we will leave to get Ruslan. To bring our son home. To walk out of the orphanage knowing he will never have to go back. It is just so surreal, and hard to believe it is coming so quickly! We are working to get his bedroom ready for him, we have contacted his Elementary school to make preparations for enrollment, we are excited to get him plugged in at church with a small group leader. Things are really coming together!
Some of you have been asking how to help us in this home stretch, and there are lots of ways. We offer this post as a breakdown of them all. Feel free to act as you feel led. Get involved, spread the word, pray-pray-pray! We have appreciated all the support from family, friends and community thus far and we can't wait to have Ruslan home where he belongs.
The best way that you can help doesn't cost a thing! Please just help us spread the word! Getting Ruslan's story out there is the best way for us to reach a greater circle of influence for him. You can post on facebook, send an e-mail, write a letter, whatever suits you. We appreciate you helping us get the word out about his story, and the many fundraising opportunities!
Direct, tax deductible donations can be made through Redline United. Donors must indicate the gift is for Ruslan when giving. 100% of these donations go to our adoption fund. http://www.redlineunited.org/donate/family-assistance-2/
I am selling Thirty-One gifts, and 25% of all sales goes to our adoption fund. Host an in home party to earn free items for yourself, or have a catalog party or shop directly online. www.mythirtyone.com/hope4ruslan
We have a pizza fundraiser happening on Monday, February 27th at Cozzolino's Pizza (2982 Kildaire Farm Rd. in Cary.) 20% of all eat in, take out or delivery orders goes to our adoption fund. Patrons must mention Ruslan when ordering.
I am selling some children's items in a consignment sale and all proceeds will go in to our adoption fund. If you have items to donate, or would like to help tag items, please let me know!
We are selling beautiful Quote, Earth, and Journey of Faith candles. 50% of all sales goes to our adoption fund. We could use some help selling. It is a brochure sale and it is super easy! They practically sell themselves! They also make great hostess, birthday and other gifts or are great to warm up your own space. You can let me know if you, or someone you know, wants to buy or sell.
Grace Is Truth is an awesome company with an awesome message. They have bumper stickers, t-shirts and magnets available with a unique logo that helps you share your faith. People can use coupon code "Ruslan" at check-out and a percentage of all sales goes to our adoption fund. Check them out at www.graceistruth.com
We are accepting donations of new items, or gift cards/certificates, for an online auction, and we would be interested in speaking to anyone that knows of vendors that might be interested in contributing.
Most importantly, we need prayer! That the Lord's will be done, and we can get out of the way and be a vessel for his plan. That Ruslan's heart is guarded until we can come for him. And for continued energy as we approach the home stretch of this adoption journey! Thank you to the so many of you helping us fight for this little boy! T-Minus 3 months, and counting!
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