unhoused – MGB Foundation (Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation)

Looking Ahead: Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation 2025

February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 by misstakenid, posted in Uncategorized

As we move forward in 2025, the Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation is ready to make an even greater impact. Our mission remains the same to serve, uplift, and inspire. But this year, we’re taking things a little further.

We’re continuing our Success Looks Different for Everyone- Fireside Chat Series, proving that transformation isn’t about where you start, but about the consistency and commitment to growth. This year we’ll provide more opportunities for individuals to learn, develop and create their own paths to success.

For the first time, we’re partnering with Rise Against Hunger in May to package 1,000 meals for communities in Haiti or the Philippines. Hunger knows no borders and we are honored to expand our reach beyond our local community to fight food insecurity on a global scale. To donate or sign up for that project, click here https://www.riseagainsthunger.org/register/?id=701Pj00000AEg1eIAD .

We will continue our support of Seniors and Veterans at the Canterbury House in September in Roxboro, NC with our 2nd Annual Cookout in Honor of Mr. Wallace Umstead (Our Founder’s late father) giving them some great food and warm vibes.

Closer to home we will be sponsoring 4 families for Thanksgiving this year, making sure that they have a table full of food and a holiday filled with love. And as always, we’ll host our 7th Annual Feed the Homeless and Hungry Breakfast, in December, a tradition rooted in honoring Mrs. Cassandra W. Umstead ( Our Founder’s Late Mother) and ensuring that those in need don’t go forgotten.

But this is just the beginning. We are always open to working with new organizations and groups to expand our reach and deepen our impact. If 2024 taught us anything, it’s that when people come together for a common purpose, change happens.

In 2025, we’re also focused on educating the public about the work we do and how we can work together. Our foundation thrives on collaboration, and we want more people to understand how they can join us in making a difference. Our Founder is open to speaking engagements for this reason. If you want her to come speak to your group/organization please let us know. Connect With Us!

Here’s to another year of service, growth, and giving back.

Let’s make 2025 unforgettable. Are you in?

Impact of the Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation Day of Service 2024

December 16, 2024December 16, 2024 by misstakenid, posted in Uncategorized

December 6 & 7, 2024, the Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation held its highly anticipated Day of Service Weekend, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. With the power of community and compassion, we came together to make a tangible impact on the lives of so many. Here’s a recap of our incredible two-day event.

Friday: Feeding Our Unhoused Neighbors in Durham

We kicked off the weekend by addressing one of the most immediate needs in our community: hunger. With the help of volunteers and generous donors, we were able to serve 250 of our unhoused neighbors in Durham. Providing warm meals to those in need is one of the ways we show that every person deserves dignity and care, and the gratitude we received from those we served was truly heartwarming.

Saturday: A Day Full of Giving and Love

On Saturday, the focus shifted to preparation and distribution. Our Founder also received a proclamation from the Mayor of Durham to commemorate the occasion.

It was a whirlwind of activity as volunteers assembled and distributed various essential items for different groups within our community:

Supply Bags for Our Unhoused Neighbors: These bags were packed with snacks, toiletries, and cold-weather essentials to help those living on the streets face the winter months.

Care Packages for a Family Shelter: These packages were filled with practical and comforting items to support families in transitional housing.

500 Sandwiches for a Local Homeless Shelter: Simple but impactful, these sandwiches ensured that a local shelter could feed their guests.

Senior Love and Winter Cheer Kits: Seniors and veterans at an assisted living facility in Roxboro, NC, received personalized kits with cozy items, personal care essentials, and heartfelt messages to brighten their day.

Items for the VA Hospice and Veteran’s Pantry: We also supported veterans in hospice care and contributed to a pantry that serves those who have served our country.

Each act of service was a reminder that small, thoughtful gestures can make a world of difference.

A Community United by Purpose

This weekend wasn’t just about giving back—it was about coming together as a community to create moments of hope and joy. None of this would have been possible without the amazing team of volunteers, donors, and supporters who shared our vision.

Looking Ahead

As we reflect on the impact of this year’s Day of Service Weekend, we are more inspired than ever to continue building bridges of kindness in Durham, Roxboro, and beyond. If you’re interested in joining us for future events or supporting our mission, we would love to hear from you! Together, we can make giving back a way of life.

Stay connected:

Follow the Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation on social media and subscribe to our newsletter to learn more about upcoming service opportunities.

Let’s keep the momentum going—because when we work together, the possibilities are endless.

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PROCLAMATION

Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation Day of Service 2-Day Event- A Community of Service! (December 6 & 7, 2024)

October 18, 2024October 3, 2024 by misstakenid, posted in Uncategorized

We are excited to announce that the Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation will be hosting a special 2-Day Day of Service this December! Mark your calendars for December 6-7, 2024—two days dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our unhoused neighbors, veterans, seniors, and those experiencing food insecurity in our community.

What’s Happening?

Day 1: Friday, December 6, 2024

We will kick off the weekend by gathering volunteers to prepare breakfast for our unhoused/hungry neighbors. This event has been our annual event for 5 years and this will be our 6^th year. This event has been done in honor our Founder’s Late Mother Cassandra W. Umstead, as she was key in instilling the willingness to serve into our Founder A. Umstead.

Our mission is to ensure that our unhoused neighbors feel the warmth and care of the community as they receive nourishing meals made with love.

Day 2: Saturday, December 7, 2024

On this second day of service, we will have a short program, acknowledging the Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation Day of Service! After that we will have some fun.

Volunteers will prepare sandwiches that will be delivered to a local homeless shelter. We will also begin assembling essential supply bags filled with toiletries, snacks, and other daily necessities for distribution.

Volunteers will be delivering the supply bags to a family shelter, seniors, veterans, and the unhoused community in Durham and Roxboro, NC. These bags will include items like soups, instant coffee, toiletries, and snacks.

This day also marks our special outreach in honor of our Founder’s late Father Wallace Umstead to senior and veteran living facilities, where we will bring joy and comfort to those who have served our nation and those in need.

Why This Event Matters

At the Misstakenid Gives Back Foundation, we believe that small acts of kindness can make a big difference. By coming together as a community, we’re not only providing critical resources to those in need but also showing that they are seen, cared for, and valued. Our 2-day Day of Service is more than just a chance to give back—it’s an opportunity to be a part of something greater, something that will leave a lasting impact on the lives of hundreds.

How You Can Get Involved

We need YOU to help make this event a success! Whether you’re available for one day or both, we welcome all volunteers with open arms. Here’s how you can participate:

Volunteer your time to help prepare and distribute sandwiches and supply bags.

Donate supplies such as snacks, toiletries, and socks.

Spread the word to friends, family, and colleagues to join us in making this an unforgettable event.

Save the Date!

Don’t miss this chance to give back and make a meaningful difference this holiday season. Be a part of our Day of Service and help uplift our community!

Dates: December 6-7, 2024

Together, we can create a brighter, more caring community—one act of service at a time.