Aug. 13, 2008 modestneeds.org
A single mom just recently shared this link with me as a grant resource for those with financial needs.
I have had no personal experience with this organization, but thought I would share it with you, as it might be a much needed resource for someone else.
It is not specifically homeschool related, more general life needs.
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Oct. 5, 2006 FREE COMPUTERS
The last two issues of Home School Court
Report have had a small ad in them I wanted to share. Please
forgive me for not sharing it sooner.
"Whether your student enters college or launches into a full-time
employment after high school graduation, computer literacy is a
required skill. If your family doesn't yet own a computer we have
good news! Through a program called Computers for Learning, the
United States government is giving free computers to schools, including
homeschools. For more information go to http://computers.fed.gov/public/aboutProg.asp"
This is open to ALL not just single parent homeschooling
families. However, I know as a single parent that the expense of
a computer is often out of our budget. Please visit the site and
take advantage of this, if a computer would help your homeschooling
efforts.
Blessings, MaggieRaye
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Apr. 19, 2006 From One Single Mother to Another
From One Single Mother to Another
is a book written by Sandra P. Aldrich. I'm only through the
second chapter, but based on what I've read so far, I know I will be
recommending it to single mothers.
This dear lady has walked
the road ahead of us. She knows the paths we must choose
from. She has been there. Her wisdom, insight and humor are
so encouraging.
Focus on the Family
is one place where this book can be obtained. Remember, don't let
the cost be the reason for not getting and reading this book.
They will send you the book, even if you are not able to make a
donation at the time you request the book.
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Apr. 18, 2006 When Dad Is Missing - Focus on the Family
I recently requested the CD "When Dad Is Missing" from Focus on the Family.
It really speaks to the need for mentoring, especially by Christian men
to young boys being raised by single moms, boys who do not have a Dad
to teach them how to be godly Christian men.
This CD also addresses the dangers of secular programs such as Big Brothers, Big Sisters, in mentor Christian children.
Focus requests a donation of $9 for this CD but will send it free of charge, if you are unable to make a contribution.
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Apr. 3, 2006 Homeschool Tracker
This has to be one of my favorite tools for home education. There
are two reasons. The first is I’m a compulsive organizer.
This helps me keep it together. It’s a great way to keep track of
everything on the computer. The second reason is that it’s
FREE. Not just a free trial, but the basic version is totally
FREE .
If you want to upgrade to the Plus edition you do have to pay a one time
fee. A college friend who is also a homeschooling mom bought me
the Plus version last year as an encouragement gift. I’ve made it
well worth her investment.
Another side note I need to
add, is that Katie Gentile is absolutely amazing when it comes to tech
support. I am computer illiterate and that dear lady has been
there and walked me through the most unusual situations. So
the personal tech support is also a biggie for me.
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Mar. 31, 2006 Mantle Ministries - Fall 2006 Camps
In researching online I discovered that Mantle Ministries has a fall camp program and for single moms who bring their sons there is this little blessing:
Special note to single moms: If you register as a single
mother with one or more sons, and would like to attend the special
morning breakaway sessions for women, by request we will offer to place
your son(s) in a mentoring position to be attached to a volunteering
family for the duration of the father/son teaching and skill
demonstration sessions.
For more information visit their website at:
www.mantleministries.com/horncreek
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Mar. 30, 2006 TOS Single Parent e-Newsletters
I have had the privilege of being the
editor of TOS Single Parent e-Newsletter. This newsletter is
FREE. It is meant to share stories to encourage single parents in
their home education journey.
I will add the newest link for each newsletter as it becomes available.
March 2006
February 2006
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Mar. 30, 2006 The Homeschool Foundation
This resource is there to help and support homeschooling families in
need. They have a variety of funds available to homeschooling
families based on their specific situations. I’ve just copied and
pasted their descriptions of each fund here, with the link directly to
their site.
Members Helping Members Fund
- In the last few months, a number of Home School Legal Defense
Association member families have been telling us that they are being
negatively affected by the downturn in the economy—by either losing a
job or having their salary reduced. Many have reported being laid off
by an airline or related employer. If your family has been blessed with
financial stability, and you would like to extend a helping hand to a
fellow home school family, we have established the Members Helping
Members Fund scholarship fund to assist families with their HSLDA
membership.
Compassion Fund
- All undesignated gifts to the Home School Foundation will go into its
“Compassion Fund.” Monies in this fund are used to cover the
Foundation’s printing costs, give grants to local home school support
groups around the country, and support other home-school related
causes.
Widows Fund
- Each year we hear from many member families who have lost a parent to
death. Oftentimes, their heartbreak is compounded by financial
constraints which make continuing home schooling difficult. Until
now, all we have been able to offer these families was our heartfelt
sympathy. Now, with the establishment of the Widows Fund, we are able
to meet the needs of widows and orphans in a tangible way. This
endeavor truly enables dedicated mothers to continue directing the
education of their children at home
Special Needs Children’s Fund
- An increasing number of families with special needs children have
begun seeking the benefits of home schooling and the services of HSLDA.
Approximately 10 percent of HSLDA member families indicate they are
home schooling a child with special learning needs. In 1993, HSLDA
realized that more guidance was needed for these families and hired a
consultant to assist our families with learning needs of their
children. The Special Needs Children’s Fund is designed to assist
home schooling families with the financial challenges of privately
meeting the academic needs of their special needs child.
For more information contact:
The Homeschool Foundation
P.O. Box 1152
Purcellville, VA 20134
540-338-2733
info@homeschoolfoundation.org
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