Melanated PEARL Inc supports Eggstra Ordinary Community Event at Valley Hill Baptist Church3/23/2024 📣 Calling all Clayton County Community members!
🌟 Join Melanated Pearl Corporation at Valley Hill Baptist Church for an Egg-stra Ordinary Community Giveaway! 🎁 Time 11-2PM We're spreading joy by distributing clothing for ages birth to 100! 🌈 Let's come together and make a difference. Special shoutout to Pastor Keith Barksdale for hosting the event! Thank you CareSource for your support! 🙌 See you there! #CommunityGiveaway #MelanatedPEARL #ValleyHillBaptistChurch #ClaytonCountyCommunity 💫
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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Melanated Pearl Corporation teamed up with Clayton County Community Service Authority - CCCSA to bring you a special clothing distribution event in celebration of March Madness Health Fair & St. Patrick's Day weekend!
🍀 The event was held at 1000 Main Street in Forest Park from 10-2PM as we give back to our amazing community. Residents were encouraged to Come grab some stylish pieces and spread the love! See you there! 💚 Sponsored by Morehouse School of Medicine March Madness Health Fair 10-2PM at 1000 Main Street, Forest Park Collaboration among nonprofit organizations is crucial for maximizing impact and effectively addressing the diverse needs of our communities. By working together, nonprofits can leverage their unique strengths, resources, and expertise to create more comprehensive and sustainable solutions. This collaborative approach allows organizations like Melanated Pearl Corporation to reach a wider audience, share best practices, and pool resources to make a greater collective impact. We are proud to stand alongside other nonprofits and community organizations in Clayton County, united in our commitment to serving and uplifting our residents. Together, we can achieve so much more than we ever could alone. #Collaboration #CommunityImpact #ClaytonCountyPride #NonprofitUnity Collaboration among nonprofit organizations is crucial for maximizing impact and effectively addressing the diverse needs of our communities. By working together, nonprofits can leverage their unique strengths, resources, and expertise to create more comprehensive and sustainable solutions. This collaborative approach allows organizations like Melanated Pearl Corporation to reach a wider audience, share best practices, and pool resources to make a greater collective impact. We are proud to stand alongside other nonprofits and community organizations in Clayton County, united in our commitment to serving and uplifting our residents. Together, we can achieve so much more than we ever could alone. #Collaboration #CommunityImpact #ClaytonCountyPride #NonprofitUnity #CommunityLove #MarchMadness #StPatricksDay #GiveBack #MelanatedPEARLInc #CSA #ForestParkFashion #nonprofitorganization #MelanatedPEARLInc Founder | CEO - Crystal Perry and CFO -Craig Perry were excited to represent The Melanated Pearl Corporation in support of The Boyce L. Ansley School’s largest fundraiser, The Ansley Renaissance Gala. Melanated PEARL executives are proud to be included on the list of generous sponsors and are truly grateful for the partnership.
Our investment provides excellent educational opportunities for children experiencing homelessness in the Ansley community and assures family service programs are offered that will improve our students’ home environment as well. Shout out to Ray James for leading with vision, passion, and compassion. āThe Vital Role of Volunteers in Nonprofits: A Heartfelt Thank You to The Best of Clayton County3/9/2024 In the realm of nonprofit organizations, volunteers are the unsung heroes who play a crucial role in driving positive change and making a tangible impact on communities. Their dedication, selflessness, and willingness to give their time and energy are invaluable assets that help nonprofits fulfill their missions and serve those in need.
Today, we want to express our deepest gratitude to The Best of Clayton County organization for their unwavering support and commitment to volunteering. Their recent efforts to help organize our community clothing storage units have been nothing short of remarkable. By lending a helping hand in sorting, organizing, and distributing clothing, they have not only made a significant difference in the lives of many individuals in Clayton County, GA but have also exemplified the true spirit of community service. Volunteers like those from The Best of Clayton County are the backbone of nonprofit organizations, especially when it comes to the essential but often overlooked background work required to collect, sort, and distribute resources such as clothing. Their dedication and hard work not only save organizations valuable time and resources but also enable them to reach more individuals in need and make a greater impact on the community as a whole. The importance of giving time to support these behind-the-scenes efforts cannot be overstated. By volunteering to help with tasks like organizing clothing storage units, individuals are directly contributing to the well-being of their community and making a positive difference in the lives of others. In Clayton County, GA, where every piece of clothing collected and distributed can make a difference in someone's life, the impact of volunteers like those from The Best of Clayton County is truly immeasurable. Furthermore, by supporting the efficient collection, sorting, and distribution of clothing, volunteers are not only helping those in need but are also indirectly saving citizens money. By providing access to essential items like clothing through volunteer efforts, nonprofits can alleviate financial burdens on individuals and families, allowing them to redirect their resources towards other necessities and improving their overall quality of life. Volunteers are the lifeblood of nonprofits, and their contributions are essential to the success of organizations like ours. We extend our heartfelt thanks to The Best of Clayton County and all volunteers who generously give their time and energy to support our mission. Your dedication and selflessness inspire us all to continue making a positive impact on our community, one volunteer hour at a time. Celebrating Community and Giving Back: A Birthday Giveaway to Remember
At Melanated PEARL Inc, we recently had the privilege of celebrating a special birthday in a truly meaningful way. Our founder, Crystal Perry, shares her birthday with the legendary Dr. Seuss on March 2nd. In honor of Crystal's deep passion for the community and her commitment to making a difference, we partnered with NVS Building Communities to organize a Birthday Giveaway that brought joy and support to families in need. The event was a heartwarming occasion where seasonal clothing and educational toys were distributed to over 25 families in attendance. It was a day filled with smiles, gratitude, and a sense of togetherness as we came together to support and uplift our community. We want to extend a special shoutout to Nicole and Victor Smith of NVS Building Communities for their invaluable support in providing volunteers and coordinating this community effort. Their dedication and commitment to serving others played a crucial role in making this event a success, and we are truly grateful for their partnership and collaboration. The Birthday Giveaway was not just about distributing items; it was about spreading love, kindness, and hope to those who need it most. It was a reminder that small acts of generosity can have a big impact and that coming together as a community can create positive change and make a difference in the lives of others. As we reflect on this special event, we are reminded of the power of unity, compassion, and the importance of giving back to those in need. We are inspired by the generosity and support of our community and grateful for the opportunity to come together to celebrate Crystal's birthday in a way that truly embodies the spirit of community and service. Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and contributed to making the Birthday Giveaway a memorable and impactful event. Your kindness and generosity have touched the hearts of many and have made a difference in the lives of families in our community. Together, we can continue to spread love, hope, and positivity, one act of kindness at a time. 📣 Exciting News! 🌟 Melanated Pearl Inc and A Princess and A Pad have joined forces to empower young girls and remove barriers to social engagement! 💃✨
@princess_and_a_pad Today, Melanated Pearl Inc, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting vulnerable families, has generously donated a stunning collection of prom dresses to A Princess and A Pad. 🎀👗 With this incredible collaboration, we aim to inspire and uplift young girls, ensuring that they feel beautiful and brilliant on their special night. 💖✨ By providing them with these elegant dresses, we’re breaking down barriers that could prevent them from fully enjoying the prom experience. 🌸 Together, Melanated Pearl Inc and A Princess and A Pad are making a difference in the lives of these incredible young girls, empowering them to shine and embrace their uniqueness. 💫✨ Join us in celebrating this amazing partnership and spreading the word about the incredible work being done by Melanated Pearl Inc and A Princess and A Pad. Together, we can make a lasting impact and create a more inclusive and empowering world for all! 🌍💪 @nonprofit_melanatedpearl
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Email: [email protected] Crystal Perry, Founder | CEO of Melanated PEARL Inc Announced as a [Silver] Winner in Humanitarian Action & Services Campaign - Non-Profit Awareness & Media Categories for The 3rd Annual Anthem Awards. [Hampton, GA] — [January 31, 2024] – [Crystal Perry] announced today that Melanated PEARL Inc it is a Silver Anthem Winner for the FY 5 Emergency Assistance and Rapid Rehousing Program - in The 3rd Annual Anthem Awards. This year’s Anthem Award Winners were selected from a pool of over 2,000 submissions from 44 countries by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Anthem judges are intellectually diverse leaders from across the impact industry with expertise that spans across the Anthem cause areas. IADAS members include: Heather Dowdy, Director of Product Accessibility, Netflix; Alex Amouyel, President & CEO, Newman’s Own Foundation; Noel Kinder, Chief Sustainability Officer, Nike; Shaniqua McClendon, Vice President of Politics, Crooked Media/Vote Save America; Rawle Andrews Jr., Esq., Executive Director, American Psychiatric Association Foundation; Alison Moore, CEO, Comic Relief US; Christina Lang, Vice President of North American Marketing, Mozilla; Michelle Waring, Steward for Sustainability and Everyday Good, Tom’s of Maine; and more. “The Anthem Awards were born out of the desire to amplify and celebrate the voices that are creating sustainable change and to inspire others to take action,” said Patricia McLoughlin, Anthem Awards General Manager. “In a year where so much is at stake, it is incredibly important to recognize impact work and celebrate the progress happening globally. Congratulations to all of this year’s Winners.” By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the Anthem Awards are defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their communities. A portion of program revenue is allocated to the Anthem Award’s grant program, The Anthem Fund. This year the Anthem Fund partnered with Billion Oyster Project to support their work to restore and conserve New York’s waterways. About [Melanated PEARL Inc]: Melanated PEARL Inc is a nonprofit organization in Clayton County, Georgia, dedicated to empowering and uplifting women of color. As part of this mission, the organization has provided critical support to homeless women and families in the area for the past five years. The organization offers services and programs to address the immediate needs of people experiencing homelessness and housing instability, including emergency rental assistance, transitional housing, job training and placement, mental health and substance abuse counseling, and financial literacy workshops. Melanated Pearl also provides resources for basic needs such as food, clothing, and hygiene. ABOUT THIS PROJECT Summary In FY 5 Melanated PEARL distributed $1.7 million to implemented its ERAP1 Emergency Housing Program, designed to provide short-term assistance to individuals and families who were experiencing a crisis situation between November 2022 to March 2023. Participants were placed in emergency housing for a period of up to 90 -120 days. The program was intended to provide a safety net for those who are experiencing homelessness and help them get back on their feet and achieve long-term stability. Goals & Objectives The program’s primary objective was to help individuals and families secure safe and stable housing as quickly as possible. The program offers a range of services including emergency shelter, case management, and referrals to community resources. Results & Impact Melanated PEAL Inc placed 150 individual and families during the coldest month in GA and offered case management services to identify and address the challenges that led to their homelessness, such as job loss, substance abuse, or mental health issues. About The Anthem Awards: Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, we’re defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their own communities. The Anthem Awards honors work across seven core causes: Diversity; Equity & Inclusion; Education; Art & Culture; Health; Human & Civil Rights; Humanitarian Action & Services; Responsible Technology; and Sustainability, Environment & Climate. Founded in partnership with the Ad Council, Born This Way Foundation, Feeding America, Glaad, Mozilla, NAACP, NRDC, WWF, and XQ. About The Webby Awards: Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites; Video; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps, Mobile, and Voice; Social; Podcasts; and Games. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received more than 13,500 entries from all 50 states and 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include Verizon, WP Engine, YouGov, Brandlive, Canva, NAACP, KPMG, Fast Company, Wall Street Journal, MediaPost, Podcast Movement, and AIGA. Find The Anthem Awards Online: Website: anthemawards.com Facebook: facebook.com/anthemawards Instagram: @anthemawards LinkedIn: The Anthem Awards YouTube: wbby.co/anthem-youtube  Exciting News! Melanated PEARL's founder and CEO, Crystal Perry is thrilled to announce that she is building Community Champions with Hand Heart and Soul Project to serve the SNAP-Ed-eligible audience in Clayton County!
Together, we are dedicated to increasing physical activity and nutrition programming and support in the community. Here are our goals: Goal 1: Build a Community Champion Program By February 29, 2024, we aim to develop the Community Champion program curriculum with the support of an existing Clayton County "community champion." Goal 2: Recruit 10 Potential Community Champions We are looking for 10 passionate individuals, including youth, adults, and senior citizens, to participate in the program. Join us at the Northwest Library on January XX for our first meeting and make a difference in your community! Goal 3: Monthly Training and Support Once selected, community champions will convene for eight monthly meetings. These sessions will provide training and support on various topics, including nutrition education, physical activity, storytelling, building community relationships, social media, and developing messaging. Goal 4: Action Issues and Micro-Grants By September 29, 2024, our community champions will identify one or more action issues. To support these initiatives, they will receive micro-grants that will help turn their ideas into reality. Goal 5: Clayton County Annual Gathering Save the date! By September 29, 2024, we will host the Clayton County Annual Gathering. This event will bring together Community Champions, members of the Clayton Collaborative, and residents from SNAP-Ed eligible areas. Our aim is to educate community decision-makers about nutrition and physical activity, and together, we will develop an action plan to support the identified action issues. Join us in making a positive impact in Clayton County! Together, we can create a healthier and more vibrant community. Stay tuned for updates and get ready to be a part of the change! #HandHeartSoulProject #ClaytonCountyCommunityChampions #HealthyLiving  Fundraiser Announcement Join Melanated Pearl Inc. in our Shoe Drive Fundraiser! Quarter 1 : November - December 2023 Melanated Pearl Inc. is excited to announce our upcoming shoe drive fundraiser to support our FY6 program initiatives. We invite you to be a part of this collective community-friendly event as we come together to make a difference. How Can You Help? We kindly request your support by donating gently worn and new shoes. By contributing to our shoe drive, you'll not only be helping us raise funds but also making a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Why Shoes? Shoes are more than just a fashion statement; they provide protection, comfort, and dignity. Your donated shoes will be given a new lease on life, benefiting individuals and communities who lack access to proper footwear. Let's Make a Difference Together! By participating in our shoe drive, you'll be joining a community of compassionate individuals dedicated to empowering others. Your contribution will help us continue our vital work in supporting our FY6 program initiatives. Help Us Reach Our Goal! Our goal is to collect as many shoes as possible during November and December. Every pair counts, so please spread the word and encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to participate. Get Involved Today! To donate your gently worn or new shoes, please visit our website at www.melanatedpearl.org. Together, we can make a difference and create a brighter future for all. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to your generous contributions! Sincerely, Melanated Pearl Inc.   As a society, we often overlook the challenges faced by low-income individuals and families who are trying to make ends meet. One particular issue that deserves attention is the burden of high rent, especially when it consumes more than 50% of their income. For those already in low-income jobs, such as single mothers with children, this financial strain becomes even more pronounced. In addition to the exorbitant cost of housing, the expenses associated with daycare and medical needs further exacerbate the problem, creating a barrier to achieving stability.
The reality is that many low-income families find themselves trapped in a vicious cycle, struggling to maintain their rent payments while simultaneously juggling the costs of childcare and healthcare. With limited financial resources, these families are often forced to make difficult choices, compromising their well-being and future prospects. This situation is further compounded by the lack of adequate funding for training and skills development programs that could potentially help these primary guardians gain new skills and increase their earning potential. At Melanated Pearl Inc, we witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by low-income families through our Rapid Rehousing strategy. Our aim was to assist five families in transitioning from homelessness to having a stable home. However, after nine months of implementation, our Board of Directors made the difficult decision to end the case study. The reason behind this was that four out of the five families consistently struggled to maintain their rental payments. In the sixth month alone, three of the original families had to be replaced, and their replacements also faced the same difficulties in making timely monthly rental payments. This unexpected turn of events has created an additional financial burden of $25,000.00, which has depleted the funds needed to cover move-in costs for new families. This experience highlights the urgent need for a comprehensive approach to address the housing crisis faced by low-income families. Merely providing temporary shelter or short-term solutions is not enough. We must invest in long-term solutions that address the root causes of this problem. First and foremost, there is a pressing need for affordable housing options that do not consume an unreasonable portion of a family's income. Additionally, greater investment in childcare subsidies and healthcare support would alleviate the financial strain faced by low-income families, allowing them to focus on improving their overall stability. Furthermore, it is crucial to allocate sufficient funding to training and skills development programs that empower individuals to acquire new skills and increase their earning potential. By equipping them with the tools they need to secure better job opportunities, we can break the cycle of poverty and create a pathway to long-term stability. It is time for society as a whole to recognize that the struggles faced by low-income families are not isolated incidents but systemic issues that require our collective attention and action. We must advocate for policies that prioritize affordable housing, childcare support, and access to healthcare, while also ensuring adequate funding for training and skills development programs. Together, we can create a society where no one has to choose between paying rent and meeting their basic needs. Let us work towards a future where stability and opportunity are within reach for all, regardless of their income level. |
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