Peace, Love, Lemonade
Getting our kids involved in giving back to the community is something that most parents I talk to are really passionate about. We want our children to understand more of the world around them and how even the smallest actions can make a big difference. I personally love the LemonAiD program with The Salvation Army Central Ohio where children host a lemonade stand (in person or virtual) and give back to their community. 100% of the funds raised are used to provide food and programs that lift children out of homelessness and poverty. It is a great way to make that first introduction into community service.
Parents, Andrea and Dan with their girls Libby and Hannah agree that The Salvation Army LemonAiD program is a great way for “Kids to help kids.” They raised over $1,400 last year with their virtual stand called “Peace, Love, and Lemonade.” This year they plan to meet or exceed that goal by hosting both a virtual and a physical stand where both Libby and Hannah can sell delicious lemonade.
When asked how they were able to raise so much money, last year, in the middle of the pandemic, Andrea replied, “We shared it with our friends and family using both social media and texting.”
Looking for inspiration to promote your LemonAid stand? Andrea, Dan, Libby, and Hannah have you covered.
What started as a fun thing to do with their kids and families to give back to the community has since turned into an annual tradition that they just love! What a great family tradition to be able to teach your children about giving back to the community while having so much fun!
Did you know?
● 1 in 4 children in Central Ohio live in poverty
● 1 in 5 children in our community go to bed hungry.
● 1 in 5 children are alone and unsupervised during the hours after school
● Only 15% of Ohio's K-12 children participate in after-school programs
● 1 in 30 children in Ohio experience homelessness.
Looking to host your own lemonade stand? It’s easy to sign up, FREE, and offers you an opportunity to get involved in giving back to the community!
HOW TO GET STARTED. IT'S EASY!
STEP 1 — Register
● Register online at salvtionarmylemonaid.org
STEP 2 — Choose the Day, Time, Location, and name for your stand
● The LemonAiD Campaign runs thru July 31, 2021. Pick a date and time that work for your schedule!
STEP 3— Secure your supplies.
● A LemonAiD Kit will be sent to you once you have registered. The kit will include a sign for your stand, buttons, and a brochure with helpful tips.
● Parents provide the stand/table, cash box, the lemonade, and cups. Set your own prices or simply ask for a donation.
● Decorations (very important!). Kids typically enjoy making additional signs and decorating their stand.
STEP 4 — Promote. Promotion is key.
● Let your family, friends, and neighbors know about your stand with flyers, emails, social media, and signs. Remember to post photos to facebook.com/Salvation.Army.Columbus
STEP 5 — Start selling at your custom LemonAiD Stand!
The Salvation Army will perform weekly drawings for a $25 Graeter’s Gift Certificate!
At the end of the promotion (July 31st) will receive, in the mail, a small thank you from The Salvation Army and our sponsors/partners. Be sure to sign up today!
