Read a book …
… to benefit foster children. Susie Black Holamon is donating the proceeds of her book, “My Five Moms,” to Ebby House, which is a part of the Juliette Fowler Communities, to help young women transition out of the foster care system. “My Five Moms” is available on amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com andmyfivemoms/tateauthor.com.
Let the kids cook …
… during “The Eyes of Peace: Horticulture and Copeland Cooking Classes,” a three-day summer camp to benefit Promise of Peace Community Garden. The first camp will be June 18-20 from 9 a.m.-noon. The second will be June 25-27 from 9 a.m.-noon. The camp will be held at The Imagine Garden, at 1435 San Saba. The cost is $75 per child. Learn more at promiseofpeace.us.
Go shopping …
… at Second Chance Treasures, to benefit homeless pets. The store is owned and operated by East Lake Pet Orphanage, a no-kill, non-profit organization that houses dozens of dogs and cats. If shopping isn’t your thing, you can also donate or volunteer at the shelter. Visit secondchancetreasures.org for more.
Know of ways that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.
