Happy National Volunteer Appreciation Week!!! This is one of the most special weeks here at Box of Balloons as we are a volunteer run organization. Box of Balloons exists because of volunteers and children are being celebrated each week thanks to volunteers. Every single one of our chapters across the country is led by volunteers and every birthday box has been made possible because of a volunteer. "Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart. " ~Elizabeth Andrew Many of our volunteers are parents who are working either in the home or out, many have several other commitments and are involved with their community in multiple ways. All of our chapter leaders are busy but
During this time of uncertainty when all in person events have been cancelled, businesses are closed, sports are cancelled and public schools are now meeting virtually, there is one thing that isn't cancelled...kindness! There are still so many ways to throw kindness around like confetti even from the safety of your own home. Each week I am trying to implement a kindness activity for my kids and I to do together not only to boost the spirit of others but us as well. It feels good and uplifting to be kind to others and make them smile. Confetti Snail Mail was our project for the week and we had so much fun! Everyone loves get snail mail but a confetti lined envelope and card with bright color
As sad as we are here at Box of Balloons to have our in person events postponed we are so thankful for the ways we can connect with you virtually! One of those ways is through Virtual Story Time. If you are like me you are at home juggling work, virtual learning, constant meal prep, trying to keep the house in tact and maybe a little sleep if you are lucky. So I set up a reading nook, my kiddos gathered all their favorite stuffed animals and we scheduled a time for kiddos to listen to the Box of Balloons children's book giving parents a few minutes to breathe. The Box of Balloons children's book was written as a way to spread awareness for our mission and teach children everywhere a lesson o
