P.F. Chang’s China Bistro Supports Single Parent Families In Need

 P.F. Chang’s China Bistro Supports Single Parent Families In Need  Fundraising
Oct 192013
 

Enlightened Helping Hand Foundation is delighted to welcome P.F. Chang’s, the newest contributor to our annual fundraiser and silent auction.

EHHF's BeneficiaryThe funds generated during EHHF’s fundraiser will be used to expand our existing programs and assist the neediest of our beneficiaries: struggling single mothers who are sole providers and in some instances (advanced pregnancy, several small children to care for, or a disabled child that requires full time care) are unable to work.

Numerous preeminent organizations have already lent their support, among them Knott’s Berry Farm, Sherwin Williams (our on-going contributor and supporter!) and The Cheesecake Factory. Many others are about to make a commitment to the cause of disadvantaged single parent families.

Enlightened Helping Hand Foundation’s staff enjoys an occasional meal at P.F. Chang’s which may be why welcoming P.F. Chang’s aboard gives us a special pleasure.

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro is well known and well liked for its ambience and delicious cuisine. P.F. Chang’s innovative, creative and fragrant dishes satisfy every taste with fewer calories than their American counterparts. Savory desserts flatter the palate. There is a selection of frozen dishes for two that take up to 13 minutes to prepare at home. There is a special party menu that will keep your party’s guests spellbound. None of it may be new to you, but not everybody knows the popular restaurant is exceptionally inclusive: it features vegetarian dishes and a gluten-free menu! There is no telling how many social dilemmas could be solved at P.F. Chang’s! (There’s also a separate children menu, of course!)
Hard to believe, but it gets even better: P.F. Chang’s Website features pages and pages of nutritional information for the health and weight-conscious guests! There’s also a suggestion for guests to advise the server of their allergies / food sensitivities prior to placing an order! If you ask me, it doesn’t get better than this: lovely surroundings, caring staff and enjoyable meal that’s actually good for you, even if you’re on a special diet!

If you enjoy eating well and healthy, visit:

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro (at Sherman Oaks Galleria!)
15301 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 784-1694
Website: http://www.PFChangs.com

Burbank’s Olive Garden Co-Sponsors EHHF’s Open Pantry

 Burbank’s Olive Garden Co-Sponsors EHHF’s Open Pantry  EHHF Events
Oct 082013
 

Saturday, October 5th 2013 was a very special day for hundreds struggling single parent families. While the unemployed and underemployed single mothers came to Enlightened Helping Hand Foundation to stock up their own pantries and extend their grocery budgets, the children dived right into Olive Garden’s steamy pasta with marinara sauce. The SIXTY savory breadsticks were gone in no time!

Once the mothers collected groceries to go, families sat down together to eat. True, few children were excited by the salads, but the single mothers whose lives are fraught with hardship had a nice restaurant-quality meal and a welcome moment of joy watching their little rascals devour the breadsticks and eating (playing!) with pasta. The food was great and a good time was had by all!

Special thanks to Burbank’s Olive Garden and its manager, Mr. Jay Olmos: food is sustenance, but good food brings comfort. The meals you so generously donated to impoverished single parents and children brought comfort to those who need it most.
It’s great to know that the restaurant we all like, cares about all members of our community.

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
1741 N. Victory Pl.
Burbank, CA 91504
Website: www.OliveGarden.com

EHHF Prepares For Its 2013 Fundraiser

 EHHF Prepares For Its 2013 Fundraiser  Fundraising
Oct 062013
 

EHHF works every day to meet emergency needs of poor single parent families; to secure enough food for them and to organize weekly self-sufficiency workshops.
We have many accomplishments and are gaining more and more powerful allies. No matter how hard we work however, achieving certain goals requires… plain, old cash.

Enlightened Helping Hand Foundation is currently preparing for its annual fundraiser and is calling on all those who support the cause of disadvantaged single parent families to pitch in. (Just imagine, if everyone of the millions of people who profess their support expressed it by donating ONE, single dollar each: how many lives could be saved, changed, helped back on track!!!)

There are too many single parent families at risk. Some of the single parents can’t find work; some are about to become homelessness; some are seriously ill. Some of the children we serve are victims of crime; others are dealing with autism; most, share the burdens of their parents’ worries. Money has the power to change their lives!

EHHF’s preparations for our annual fundraiser are on their way. To keep you updated on their progress, we’ll be posting our thanks to the organizations and individuals who are supporting our fundraiser on EHHF’s blog.

This week, Enlightened Helping Hand Foundation expresses its very special thanks for contributing to our 2013 fundraiser to: Knott’s Berry Farm and The Cheesecake Factory in Sherman Oaks, CA.

Parallel to the fundraiser’s preparations, EHHF plans its Christmas party for the unemployed and underemployed single parents and their children. This year, courtesy of Universal Studios Hollywood, the single parents who made the most progress while attending EHHF’s self-sufficiency workshops will be recognized with Universal Studios Hollywood passes! Just like self-sufficiency pays, so does hard work in the classroom! Two of the best students will get the passes, it’s our hope that all others will be inspired to fight for their self-sufficiency a little bit harder… Kudos to Universal Studios Hollywood for providing such a generous incentive to EHHF’s self-sufficiency workshops’ students!

Each of the organizations that has donated to either Enlightened Helping Hand Foundation’s fundraiser or Christmas party is a landmark in Southern California and each contributes to the wellness of our community. Please check their Websites and plan to visit them soon: after all, we express our values in the way we chose to spend our money. Spend yours with companies that are helping disadvantaged single parents and underprivileged children!

Knott' s Berry Farm

Knott’s Berry Farm is a 160-acre theme park with attractions for every member of your family, including the youngest one. (Since 1983, Knott’s Berry Farm features Camp Snoopy, complete with the Peanuts characters.)
The attractions include: Fast Lane, Calico Railroad, Roller Coasters, Thrill Rides, Family Rides, Children’s Rides, Camp Snoopy, Water Rides as well as Live Entertainment, California MarketPlace for fun shopping, Dining and – of course! – SEASONAL ATTRACTIONS.
Knott’s Berry Farm
8039 Beach Boulevard.
Buena Park, CA USA 90620
Website: https://www.knotts.com/

Universal Studios Of Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood guarantees a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place! Thrilling theme park rides and shows, a real working movie studio, and Los Angeles’ best shops, restaurants and cinemas all in one place at Universal studios Hollywood CityWalk. Universal Studios Hollywood is a unique experience that’s fun for the whole family.
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, CA 91608
Website: http://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/

The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory offers rich and varied menu, including calorie-conscious, traditional, eclectic, mini as well as lavish list of desserts and beverages. All these – of course! – in addition to the more than 30 legendary cheesecakes that made The Cheesecake Factory famous.
The Cheesecake Factory
15301 Ventura Blvd, P-1
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Website: http://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/