A closer look at our events...

 

  Annual Benefit  

On May 16th, 2008 the On Your Feet Foundation hosted its annual fundraising event.  Thank you to everyone that joined us for a night of Bistro, Bidding, Bocce, and Bowling at Pinstripes (www.pinstripes.com) in Northbrook, IL. The night was a success with great food and entertainment, all while raising money for a very worthwhile cause. The mission of The On Your Feet Foundation is to help birthparents (after placing a child for adoption) find their footing and confidently step forward into the future. Keep checking back for pictures and more information on this amazing event!

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  5k Walk/Run  

In the fall of 2008, On Your Feet Foundation will take on a new project. With the help of the Sally Sommer Flynn Foundation we will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk for Families. The Sally Sommer Flynn Foundation was founded by Mary Beth Sommer, Sally's sister, to honor her 29-year battle with cancer. Since its inception three years ago The Sally Sommer Flynn Foundaton has made significant donations to On Your Feet Foundation. Its mission is to help young women to live a life of courage, integrity and grace while offering others hope.

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  Birthmom Retreats   OYFF hosts annual or bi-annual retreats for birthparents to connect and talk about how adoption has affected their lives.  Like so many other small groups of people, alienation and feeling like you are the only one is a difficult aspect of being a birthmom.  These retreats give birthparents the opportunity to share a part of their lives that is often overlooked by family, friends and society.

 

"Thank you for the amazing experience of being here with all the love and support I never knew existed or was even possible." (Amy - birthmom to Lizzy)

"Thank you for these weekends--they help so many of us." (Su - birthmom to Charlie)

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