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SA F E T Y WA R M T H S H E LT E R U
by Crystal Nerpel, Owner of Cloud Nine Organizing
ncertain times call for living life uniquely. As our democracy rolls into a new era, the changing of seasons brings a cool chill to the air, and life as we know it continues to present new adventures and challenges, Cloud 9 Charities stands firm in its mission.
Since its inception in 2004, Cloud 9 Charities, Inc. has hosted numerous awareness and successful fundraising events to address a multitude of needs throughout our local community. Through these efforts, the charity has raised approximately $3 Million which has been donated to several other non-profit organizations that share its mission. Cloud 9 Charities is an organization of local leaders and business owners with a passion for giving back to this community and working to make it a better place in which to live for all of us. After seeing a stirring episode of 60 Minutes which featured a father with two school-age daughters living out of their van and bathing daily at a local gas station restroom all while trying to maintain solid grades at school and a job, Cloud 9 Charities Founder, Kim Cloud-Skidmore, knew she had to laser-focus the efforts of the charity’s board to a unique niche of homeless families in Denton County. Quickly discovering that the Lewisville
expenses for those it assists. Funds are
raised through private donations and two annual events - its Annual “Giving & Golf Tournament” held each Spring and its
largest event “The Best Little BrewFest in Texas” each October. Both these events are unique in that 100% off all proceeds go directly to funding Bedtime Rescue.
This year’s BrewFest has a new twist due to Texas Social Distancing Guidelines as the
festival draws nearly 3,500 attendees and volunteers combined.
As of January last year, Bedtime Rescue has provided over 2,800 nights of shelter for
families throughout Denton County. In 2020 thus far, Cloud 9 Charities’ Bedtime Rescue has assisted 96 families and continues its efforts with the challenge of COVID-19
pressing down on so many. Today, Bedtime Rescue’s statistics show an increase of 401%
ISD had over 300 homeless students of its
in homeless families needing assistance
board knew it needed to create a non-
What is your mission? Together, we can
own, mostly from single-parent homes, the profit initiative to address this growing population.
this year.
build a community where everyone has the safety, warmth, and shelter they deserve.
Beginning in 2019, Cloud 9 Charities
Join Cloud 9 Charities and Bedtime
to a multitude of non-profits to solely
community — be a sponsor, join the board,
Rescue (BTR). Bedtime Rescue, launched
charity of choice at the grocery store and
program that was created to provide
As we roll into the holidays, join Cloud 9
changed its focus from redirecting funds
Rescue in making a difference in our local
supporting its own initiative, Bedtime
volunteer, make a donation, change your
in January of last year, is an ongoing
online shopping outlets…even for a day!
temporary housing for homeless families
within our local community. This program
brings relief to families and single parents
so they can get back on their feet, connect with appropriate resources, and make
long-term plans for a healthy, successful future. This initiative has established
relationships with local hotels in order
to provide shelter for those affected by
crisis or abrupt homelessness. Bedtime Rescue, through fundraising efforts,
provides the monies to cover the hotel
Charities and Do Life on Mission. Support Bedtime Rescue in its efforts of providing
safety, warmth, and shelter one family at a
time. Bedtime Rescue has teamed up with
Kendra Scott for a Kendra Scott Gives Back Event on November 21st from 4pm - 7pm in Highland Village. Shop at their new
store located at 1500 Cottonwood Creek
#180 in the Shops of Highland Village and make sure to mention Bedtime Rescue at Checkout for 20% to be donated back to the organization!
For more information, go Cloud9Charities.org or follow the charity on social media CLOUDNINEORGANIZING.COM
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