This year, the Club will raise money for the Spokane Group Cup of Cool Water an organization that assists marginalized youths and young adults who do not have a place to call home. CoCW operates a drop-in center Monday through Thursday where they serve hot meals, provide showers, clothing and internet access. Additionally, referral services are provided along with job training to meet the needs for 18 - 24 year olds.

Cup of Cool Water's Director, Daniel, and Assistant Director, Ashley, spoke at the October Luncheon. An article regarding the second chances this organization offers young people in the area experiencing homelessness can be found in The Fig Tree, a local newspaper that seeks to "break through divisions among people of faith to build understanding, and to promote unity and action for the common good."

For more information, please contact Julie Tveit, our Philanthropy Chair.

Besides the luncheon raffles, Julie has two fundraisers planned:

Soft Goods Donation Day

• Tuesday, March 4, 2025 before the March luncheon
• Ramada Inn, Spokane Airport
• A donation of 20 cents per pound will be made to Cup of Cool Water from Value Village
• Soft Goods include the following:
  • Clothing (men's, women's, and children's)
  • Clothing accessories (hats, mittens, scarves, ties, nylnons, socks, and underware)
  • Personal accessories (purses, wallets, fanny packs, and bags)
  • Linens (towels, sheets, blankets, pillows, curtains, and table cloths)
  • Shoes
  • All other cloth materials
  • Please note: stuffed animals are not considered soft goods.
• Items should be placed in plastic bags.
• There will be a trailer at the venue and helpers to transfer goods. Call Julie Tviet for pickup if you are unable to bring your donation to the luncheon. Her number can be found in the directory or in the latest newsletter.
• Include your friends and family in this donation project

Sip and Paint Party with Pinot's Palette

• Monday, April 14, 2025 between 2 and 4 pm
• Pinot's Palette, 1919 E. Sprague
• The cost will be $40, plus beverages.
• They will donate a portion of the proceeds from our time there to Cup of Cool Water while we create masterpieces, chat with friends, and enjoy wine, cider, beer, or other libations purchased at an additional cost.
  
• Registration information is provided in the March newsletter.

At the May luncheon, we will be voting on the group we will sponsor next year. Please let Julie Tveit know if you have an organization in mind.