The Drop Is Coming
11.11.21
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different Prisons + jails sent mail
Christmas Cards Sent
$6,015 Raised
For The Drop 2021 (through 10.05.2021)
The cost to send a Christmas Card to one inmate costs $0.70 per person. That includes the Christmas Card, the Stamped Envelope, the instructions, and the kit packaging.
We could save money if we just sent generic Christmas Cards to the Individual Correctional Facilities. However, when have you ever felt cared for or loved by a random mail to your house that says “Current Homeowner”! Our goal isn’t to flood the prison system with generic love of Jesus… it’s to flood the prison system with direct cards that call them by NAME and tell them… (ex Joe… Mary… Marco… YOU. ARE. LOVED!)
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Our Story
What We do.
Continue the Story comes alongside families that are impacted by the prison system. Over 2.7 million children in the United States have a parent that is in prison. The lives of those children are instantly and drastically changed for no fault of their own. Research suggests that intervening in the lives of parents in prison and their children help to preserve and strengthen positive family connections. As a result, it can lower the chances of lasting psychological and emotional trauma for their children.
why we do it.
Imagine the difference we could make in the world. By helping the families impacted by the prison system, we could not only change their lives, we could begin to rewrite the perceptions of those in prison. Everyone deserves to be loved. That includes those who are not “perfect.” We have the ability to give people in prison a chance to rewrite their stories and give them hope for the future. Join us as we help those in prison to not only be rehabilitated but also to find redemption. Let’s give them the tools to continue their story.
The Impact
From Sam, an Inmate
“I’m going to make a difference in the lives of others once I’m free. I’m going to use my experience inside of here as a platform to change the minds of the youth. I also want to give back, and create a 2nd chance program for the people who are locked up. I’m hoping to be free this year on my judicial release.”
From Nancy, an Inmate
“I’m going to make a difference in the lives of others once I’m free. I’m going to use my experience inside of here as a platform to change the minds of the youth. I also want to give back, and create a 2nd chance program for the people who are locked up. I’m hoping to be free this year on my judicial release.”
From Amy, an Inmate
“I just want you to know how much I appreciated your letter, and your prayers. I need a lot of them. I’m trying to find my way and have struggled with my faith, I won’t lie, but I’m working on myself and reconnecting with my higher power. So this letter couldn’t have come at any better timing. Thank you for taking your time and thinking of someone who is doing time. You don’t understand how just a little letter can not only put a smile on someones face but can change their attitude or [out]look on their life. This was just another sign from God for me.”
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Upcoming Events
06
nov
The Drop Packing Party
Join us at C3 Church in Canal Winchester to help us pack all the Christmas Cards that will be ordered. Those who volunteer can also pick up their packs of cards early! See you then.
11
NOV
The Drop 2021 Launch Party
Join us on our Facebook Page at 7 PM and watch our Live Video as we launch The Drop 2021. Help us out by liking, sharing, and tagging friends to join in on the fun.
17
DEC
The Day of The Drop
Are you ready to “Drop It Like It’s Hot?” This is the day we have been waiting for. We are going to DROP all the Christmas Cards in the mail and we will FLOOD the Ohio Prison System with Christmas cheer, hope and love!