BEAUTIFUL BROWN FAMILY (Los Angeles, CA)
In May 2008, we had the opportunity to help a homeless family in the L.A. area: the beautiful Brown family with Quentin, Anita & their 4 teenagers (Shannon, Mary, Raven, & Quentin). I told them on-stage that they are not alone & that we would be here to help (see the videos here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkHRJ92ob_w) Months later, they remain the same upbeat & hopeful family, and still no home & many challenges. The good news is Quentin has a job now as a security guard at nights working Fri-Tues. Anita, who was a nurses assistant (I think) is still seeking work. They’re temporarily staying with a relative in Los Angeles and are waiting to hear on an apartment, but no luck yet on the home-front after months of looking.
It remains to be a growing experience for all of us & Nolan & I are committed to be there for them and share their story with you, so together we can support them in creating a better life.
If you have resources or gifts please call Quentin at (562) 704-7093 and you can mail to:
Quentin Brown
2725 W. 54th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90043
Keep in mind that Quentin has limited cell minutes and also if offering a job to Anita or the kids, remember they only have one van for transportation.
The Browns are in need of:
**Gas cards for the Van
**Van maintenance/repair
**Gift Cards for Groceries
**Part-time work for their teenagers (need holiday help???)
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KARYNE CIMONE - Best Choreographer Ever (Kahului, Maui)
In '96 I debuted my first album, In Search of Faith, with gorgeous dancers, slammin' choreography & a head-set & all for me - I was doing the Janet Jackson/Madonna thing. Karyne Cimone was the choreographer that brought my music to life through powerful dance & movement. Since then, she has moved to Maui with her sweet hubby, Gino & 3-yr old daughter, Kanani. We've recently connected & I'm looking forward to collaborating with her on future projects because I just LOVE her choreography & the spirituality that flows through her work. As always, she is vibrant with creativity, music & dance and is now looking to work specifically with youth on the island. Karyne has soooo much to share with the world, but like many families now, they are struggling to make ends meet & they are in need of kokua (loving help & support). Specifically they need:
**Dining room table & chairs
**Bed for her & Gino, bed for Kanani
**Financial Support (for gas, groceries, pay for the registration of her car, etc.)
**Guitar (for Karyne to learn to play songs for her ministry with the toddlers/youth)
Please email me at faithgroover@hotmail.com if you live on the island and have any of this for them, or would like to donate - I'll forward you their current address.
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DAVID YORK - Composer, Choral Director/Founder of Feed Your Ears (Portland, OR)
David was the awesome music director at the Living Enrichment Center when I first started in the "new thought music" world. His support has meant the world to me in creating what has become an amazing career sharing my inspiring music. He currently serves as the music director at http://www.ntmo.org/ & is a conductor/composer with incredible choirs like the David York Ensemble http://www.feedyourears.com/. David has impacted thousands of lives through the power of music & most recently, released a stuning recording entitled Apollo & Hyacinth, a ballet for chamber orchestra & harp.
Just this October, after a freak landslide destroyed his family's home, David, his partner Chris & son Josef, are having a most challenging time with no home & no financial support from their insurance company. Please consider lending your support in the following ways:
York/Korsgaard Family Relief Fund:
Bank Of America,
Hillsdale Branch
6309 SW CAPITOL HWYPORTLAND, OR 97239
503.275.1335
Open M‐F, 10‐6 and Sat 10‐1
-or-
Purchase David's "Apollo & Hyacinth" album
http://cdbaby.com/cd/davidyork
From David:
"Several friends have proffered the idea of holding a benefit concert, or a series of concerts, to assist with legal fees and unexpected living expenses caused by our being dislodged. Ideas are just now being formulated. If you'd like to assist, please send a note to: help@FEEDyourEARS.com."
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