May Calendar of Events
We hope you will be inspired and encouraged by this month's calendar of events. Notice the great ways you can make a difference through prayer, a simple click of the mouse, or getting out to walk!
All month - You can help the Erika Kate Foundation win a $50,000 grant this month in the Pepsi Refreshes Everything Challenge. Log onto www.refresheverything.com/erikakate once each day and vote for EKF to win a $50,000 grant. With this money, EKF could help up to 100 families whose children face critical heart issues! If you want to learn more about EKF, visit Erikakate.org. You can also support EKF by joining their EKF Facebook page.
May 6, 2010 - National Day of Prayer - Join together with local believers and those all across the USA to pray for our country. Discover local observances and read more about this year's theme "For Such A Time As This" by logging onto www.nationaldayofprayer.org. We echo Chairman Shirley Dobson's prayer: "May we continue to seek the Lord's guidance and protection during these crucial days that will impact the direction of our country for generations to come."
May 8, 2010 - For 22 years Project ACES (All Children Exercise Simultaneously) has impacted millions of children. Founder Len Saunders is now introducing PACES Day (Parents and Children Exercise Simultaneously). PACES, which asks parents to exercise with their children for 15-45 minutes each Saturday, will be highlighted by the third annual national PACES DAY on Saturday, May 8, 2010. To learn more about PACES Day, visit the web site at: www.pacesday.com 
May 22, 2010 - Ellie's Run for Africa - Ellie Ambrose, a 10-year-old whose heart was moved by the stories of those hurting in Africa, began an event to raise money know as Ellie's Run for Africa. Eliie is now a high sophomore but her heart and vision for Africa is strong. Ellie is a fantastic example of what a young person can do when her heart is inspired to make a difference in the world and spread the message of God's love and mercy. This May will mark the sixth year for Ellie's Run, which has raised over $210,000 to date. Visit the website for Ellie's Run www.elliesrun.org and learn more about how your family can participate.
May 23, 2010 - Deadline for the Red Robin "How Do You Make A Difference?" Kids' Poem Contest. Kids ages 5-10 are encouraged to submit their poems (100 words or less) describing how they make a difference in their communities. Kids can complete the contest entry form and submit their poems online at www.redrobin.com/makeadifference. There are six winners chosen and lots of great prizes for the winners including getting published online. Let us know if you participate in any of these programs!
