Attention Central Florida BluFairies… we are in need of recycled toys that will entertain two boys – ages 3 and 4 (almost 5) while their super-incredible, hard-working single mom finishes up her classes and earns her degree. We are especially looking for toys that encourage building/creating (the older boy loves to make things!) and an educational electronic game system/games. If you have items to donate, please contact us:...

Marlie and Sarah at a UCF Knights game At 1pm today, family and friends will gather to honor little Marlie Dodson. For those who didn’t know Marlie but who have been inspired by her story, her courage, and her life, we have another way that you can honor her. Her mom, Sarah, is establishing the Marlie Dodson Scholarship at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando, FL. Marlie LOVED cheering for UCF Sports- especially...

2011 is rapidly drawing to a close… as is life on this earth for the beautiful, shining Marlie. photo by Kristin Mizo Photography If only there was something we could do for her and her strong-beyond-belief mom, Sarah. As our hearts are breaking, we struggle to find meaning and life lessons in their painful journey… how do we honor this little soul who is being taken home far too soon? What can we do to honor the courage with...

Wahoo!! Our 2011 Recycled Christmas Event was a great success!! THANK YOU to all of our blufairies who donated toys, clothing, jewelry and shoes… and to our awesome volunteers who helped us package and deliver the gifts!!  With the help of local law enforcement, we were able to find the areas of greatest need and get the donated gift items into the hands of needy children in Seminole County. Special THANKS also goes out to Kevin...

As the holidays quickly descend upon us, many parents are looking for ways to get involved in giving this season, and for ways to get their children involved as well. We have a wonderful solution that we think you’re going to love! We’re celebrating a “Recycled Christmas”. Here’s how it works: From now until Dec. 16, 2011 we will be collecting GENTLY used toys, clothes, books and healthy snacks for needy...

Hey BluFairies, we have EXCITING news!! A group of business students from UCF (University of Central Florida) along with New Hope for Kids, have stepped up to grant Chandler’s wish for a new quad bike!! As you are reading this, the new bike is being assembled and modified by a Central Florida specialty bike shop. THANK YOU to Edward, Mark, Danielle, Danita and Josh for their hard work fund-raising and making this wish come true. Stay...