The Student Government Association at Southern Vermont College will be hosting its annual Peter Rabbit Egg Hunt on campus Saturday, March 27. The Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 11 a.m. on the Everett Mansion front lawn. A rain date for this event, if the weather is uncooperative, has been set for April 3, at 11 a.m. The event is free of charge and open to the public. For more information, call SVC’s Office of Communications at 802-447-6388 or e-mail sga@svc.edu. For future events on campus, visit www.svc.edu.
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HEARTS FOR HAITI

Albany Medical Center has launched a “Hearts For Haiti” fundraising campaign in which you can buy a paper red heart for a contribution of at least $1.  All proceeds benefit Partners in Health, a 4-star charity affiliated with Albany Medical Center, established in Haiti for over 20 years and are organizing medical personnel, volunteers & supplies for the relief effort. 

Wondering when it’s time to call the doctor when you have the flu? Look for these warning signs. 

In Adults:

§  Shortness of breath

§  A fever greater than 100 degrees for more than 3 days

§  Chest or abdominal pain

§  Lightheadedness

§  Disorientation or confusion

In Children:

§  Difficulty breathing

§  Blue skin color

§  Unable to keep liquids down

§  Extreme drowsiness or sluggishness

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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS – SOUTHERN VT

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DVDs 4 Vets

DVDs 4 Vets is a Non-Profit that arranges for the collection and donation of new and used DVDs for the benefit of military Veterans, many of whom are unable to obtain these on their own.  All donations are sent to Veteran's hospitals, VET centers, clinics and State VET homes.  For more information, log on to www.dvds4vets.org.

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Make-A-Wish Foundation

Vermont chapter: (802) 864-9393
Capital District / North Country (518 area code):  (518) 782-4673

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® grants wishes to children who are living with a life-threatening illness, to enrich the human experience with Hope, Strength and Joy!

If you know a child with a life-threatening illness , please contact us and...Share the Power of a Wish®!

The Foundation, through personal interview with the child, makes sure that it grants each child his or her special wish. In every case, the entire immediate family is included as part of the wish to help create special family memories. The purpose is to emphasize the joy of the wish fulfilled; not the illness. Neither the child nor family is ever asked to pay for any portion of a fulfilled wish. 
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Muscular Dystrophy Association

More than 40 different life-threatening neuromuscular diseases exi, st. Tens of thousands of Americans are battling with some neuromuscular disease. The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is a voluntary health agency. It is a dedicated partnership between scientists and concerned citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscular diseases. MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive medical and community services, and far-reaching professional and public health education. For more information or to donate time or money to the cause call 802-863-6434 or 518-489-5494 or visit the website at www.mdusa.org.
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Project WAVE New York

Project Wave (War Against the Virus Escalating), Inc is a non-profit organization working in partnership with public and private sectors to fight the HIV/AIDS epidemic in communities of color.  Project WAVE efforts focus on HIV prevention and the importance of knowing one's HIV status. Project WAVE partners expand awareness about HIV, emphasizing the importance of knowing our HIV status and about the availability of HIV counseling, testing, and partner notification assistance services. This week is FREE HIV Testing Week. Free testing sites will be offered all over the capitol region. Most sites are walk in with no appointment necessary. You can get health care treatment if you test positive.  Take the test and take control. For more information call 1-800-201-AIDS.
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Habitat for Humanity

Be constructive build a house with Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit organization that works to build quality affordable housing in partnership with needy families. Each family works many hours of labor by helping with the construction, but they can't do it alone. You can help by sharing your time and talent. Both skilled and unskilled volunteers are needed at the construction site and as Habitat ambassadors in the community. You can also help by donating money, construction materials, and expertise in many different areas. 

Donations are welcome, needed, and greatly appreciated. For more information on how you can help call (802) 442-3717 or visit http://www.benningtonareahabitat.com.
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Aids Project of Southern Vermont

AIDS Project of Southern Vermont has an HIV rapid testing program in Southwestern Vermont. We are trying to urge all people to , get tested and know their HIV status.  For more information call 802-447-8007.
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AMERICAN RED CROSS

Please help and donate blood.  Click the link below for your area.

Capital District
Vermont
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
You can visit the Red Cross official web site here.
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OTHER RESOURCES

National Hurricane Center
FEMA
Salvation Army
Americares
Help animal welfare agancies
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