In lieu of the family gift exchange, we pool $ in a family donation fund. This year my nephew (mentioned above) is in charge of directing the donation -he has announce half of it will be going to NAMI, and half to suicide prevention organization.Mary1966 wrote:I just noticed this post. I have heard many people say that their loved ones were helped by NAMI. That is one reason I am glad to be a paid member and volunteer for them.Freed Roger wrote:My nephew has a mental illness he has been dealing with for some time. I learned recently that he has received help from NAMI. He has made great strides - he's a good and brave kid. Now he is giving-back, so to speak, by speaking to his NAMI group.
Anyways, I'm grateful to Mary for this fundraiser, and all of you who have given.
This donation fund is my favorite xmas gift of the year. And am proud of my nephew - he has grown and dealt with a lot in his young life.