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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a haven for children with cancer and their families. Each year, St. Jude holds a Give Thanks Walk (5K) to raise funds to end childhood cancer. Joe and I are walking this year – if you haven’t read my first post it’s here. The Give Thanks Walk is being held in on Saturday, November 21st in over 40 cities so there’s a good chance you can participate, too. It’s free to register.
After my initial plea for help, I’ve received 49 of the best kid-friendly recipes from the blogosphere and have compiled an e-book to help raise funds for the walk. Here’s a break-down of what’s in the book:
- 13 main dishes
- 5 side dishes
- 7 breads, quick breads, and muffins
- 10 desserts
- 14 recipes that are A Whole Lot of Fun! (This is my favorite section – Holiday Beverages, homemade lollipops, homemade play dough, snack mixes kids can make and more!)
Mother Theresa said “We can do no great things, only small things with great love.” This is one of those small things done with great love that will make a difference. Thank you to all of the generous bloggers and readers who took the time to submit fabulous recipes. A special thanks to Lauren of Celiac Teen who took a very special interest in this project and helped make it possible. I am in awe of the way everyone came together to help support a very worthy cause.
You can download Kid Friendly Recipes and make a donation to St. Jude in either of the following ways:
- Download the book using the ‘Add to Cart’ button below. Please note that your payment will go into my PayPal account, which I will then send on to St. Jude. Please include a mailing address so I can fill out a form on your behalf and have St. Jude send you a letter of thanks. **Please note that the donation amount is editable – you can donate anywhere from $1.00 on up!
- Donate directly to St. Jude through our Team Page. You can choose the amount of your donation. Then, send me a quick e-mail at amy2804 (at) gmail (dot) com and I’ll reply with a copy of the e-book. St. Jude will send you a letter of thanks.
A few costs of treatment at St. Jude, from their 2010 Calendar:
A complete blood count costs $52.
The average cost of one day of chemotherapy administered intravenously is $740.
The average cost per outpatient visit per day is $2,329.
The average cost of treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia per patient is $573,300.
Remember – 100% of your donation will go directly to St. Jude. You can make a donation in any amount you choose. Thank you!!
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Lauren
posted on November 11, 2009 at 11:35 am
You are so very welcome Amy! This is a wonderful cause – I hope you reach you donation goal!!
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Janet
posted on November 11, 2009 at 12:30 pm
I think you are wonderful, Amy! Thanks for caring so much about the kids.
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Amy@MomsTravelTales
posted on November 11, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Just donated to your team.
What an awesome thing you are doing to help so many families. Thanks for the opportunity to give.
And… I can’t wait to check out those recipes!!!!
Have a great walk. I hope your experience this year surpasses all your expectations.
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Jenn AKA The Leftover Queen
posted on November 11, 2009 at 1:43 pm
This is fantastic, Amy!
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Sandy Gillett
posted on November 11, 2009 at 3:25 pm
This is a very loving and generous thing to do Amy. Thank you for allowing us to share in the blessing.
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Jen @ Canadian Rhapsody
posted on November 11, 2009 at 4:52 pm
We definitely complain about high taxes here in Canada, but seeing those numbers, I don’t mind contributing a small portion of my income each year to help myself and the less fortunate!
I don’t know how you guys do it with such privatized health care!
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Amy Reply:
November 11th, 2009 at 10:13 pm
@Jen @ Canadian Rhapsody, I guess that’s just the way it is here – there has been lots of talk about changing it but so far nothing has happened. I don’t know enough about the different options to have an opinion as to what is best.
But, this is one big way we deal with it. People rally together to support a good cause.
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gfe--gluten free easily
posted on November 11, 2009 at 8:41 pm
How fabulous, Amy! What an efffort and for such a great cause (those dollar figures are staggering)! So glad you had Lauren to help you out, too.
Hope it raises tons of money … I’m betting it will!
Shirley
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Jen @ Canadian Rhapsody
posted on November 11, 2009 at 10:21 pm
For sure. We have a lot fundraisers here too, but they’re mostly for research. And to help families stay near the hospital, or help cover lost income, etc.
It can be a very difficult thing to transition into paying higher taxes and waiting to see those tax dollars begin to result in a system that works for everyone.
Families shouldn’t have to worry about losing their home because they’re putting everything they have into keeping their child alive. Society as a whole cares, but everyone thinks that someone else will step up and care for the sick, and it’ll never happen if we all feel that way. You’re doing a great thing!
I’ll have to get the ebook as a stocking stuffer for a few people. I don’t have kiddos myself, but people who do would for sure love a gift that they know helped go towards a good cause.
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Amy Reply:
November 11th, 2009 at 10:32 pm
@Jen @ Canadian Rhapsody, Wouldn’t it be neat if the governments took things that worked best from each nation and put them into practice? The world would be a much better place.
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Jen @ Canadian Rhapsody
posted on November 11, 2009 at 10:40 pm
I know! I’m hoping Canada starts learning more from France.
I wouldn’t mind paying a little less for childcare if the time comes!
I wish our electoral process and the term of the prime minister was more like the states. I hate the threat of a new election (costing millions of dollars) every couple of months because the opposition doesn’t like something.
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cheryl
posted on November 14, 2009 at 8:24 pm
Amy,
when is the walk? Thanks for doing this.
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Amy Reply:
November 15th, 2009 at 9:30 am
@cheryl, The walk is November 21st in over 40 cities. It’s free to register and it’s also a family walk – they encourage you to bring people of all ages.
I updated the post to reflect the date. Thanks for letting me know I left that out.
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Morgan
posted on November 18, 2009 at 12:50 pm
My 4 yr old daughter has a brain tumor and is a patient at St. Jude. It is a remarkable place and I am so thankful for people like you who take the extra time to provide for people like us. Because of those donations, my family has a nice place to stay, good food to eat, and the best medical care while at St. Jude. On behalf of all the St. Jude parents, thank you!
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Amy Reply:
November 18th, 2009 at 1:11 pm
@Morgan, I am really at a loss for words, so, with tears running down my cheeks I want you to know how grateful I am that your daughter is in the very best medical hands. I will keep her in my prayers, as well as the rest of your family. May God keep you all safe and in His arms.
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Liz@HoosierHomemade Reply:
November 19th, 2009 at 7:30 am
@Morgan, Morgan, I will be praying for your daughter and your family. And for all the children at St. Jude’s. Bless you.
~Liz
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Kara
posted on May 14, 2012 at 10:57 am
I just stumbled on this article and was curious if you still had the cookbook available. Also, are all of the recipes sugar & gluten free?
Thanks!
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Jacqueline
posted on December 17, 2012 at 10:46 am
I second ^^ Kara. Would like to know if the cookbook is available and if the recipes are sugar and gluten free.
Thanks.
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