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Children Benefit From Gifts that Keep Giving

Several options for holiday shoppers

Beaumont Children’s is the only Children’s Miracle Network Hospital in Southeast Michigan. Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) is a nonprofit organization that relies on the generosity of others to support its children’s programs. Most of the donations are raised one dollar at a time. All donations made to CMNH locally are used to help children in the surrounding nine county region.

Shoppers have the opportunity this holiday season to cross items off their shopping list while supporting Beaumont Children’s through the programs listed below. Doing SOMETHING can make a positive difference in a child’s life.

Now – November 30 SOMETHING FROM THE HEART

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Valvoline Instant Oil Change Miracle Balloon Campaign

Valvoline Instant Oil Change locations will be offering clients the opportunity to make a donation to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and be recognized with their name on a CMNH Miracle Balloon within the facility. There are 16 corporate-owned locations participating throughout Southeast Michigan.

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Now – December 24 SOMETHING EXTRA

Nordstrom’s Miracles Start Here Campaign

Nordstrom’s shoppers have the opportunity to purchase a gift tag for $10. The tag lets the recipient know that a donation has been made in their name to Beaumont Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. 100% of the proceeds are donated to Beaumont Children’s to support pediatric programs. Nordstrom Partridge Creek, Twelve Oaks and Somerset are all participating in the campaign. https://shop.nordstrom.com

Now – January 1, 2019 SOMETHING CUDDLY

Aflac Holiday Duck at Macy’s

Each year, Aflac partners with Macy’s to create a collectible Aflac Holiday Duck. The net proceeds from each plush duck sold in Southeast Michigan will be donated to Beaumont Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. The Aflac Holiday Duck comes in two sizes: a 6-inch version priced at $10 and a

10-inch version retails for $15. They are available at Macy’s and AlfacChildhoodCancer.org.

Now – December 31 SOMETHING FUN

Friday, November 16 Special Event

Toyology Toys Give Back

Toyology Toys is Southeast Michigan’s local toy store. It offers a unique toy-buying experience and educational products. When shopping for a special toy, mention Beaumont Children’s and 10% of your sale will be donated to Beaumont Children’s. It’s that easy!

On Friday, December 16, the donation will increase by 5% to 15%! Toyology stores are located in

Royal Oak, Rochester, Bloomfield Hills and West Bloomfield. www.toyologytoys.com

Now – December 31 SOMETHING SHINY

December 8 Special Event 11am – 2pm

ALEX AND ANI Unicorn Charm

ALEX AND ANI offers a Unicorn Charm Bangle to customers for $38. Locally, 20 percent of the purchase price will support the programs of Beaumont Children’s. ALEX AND ANI has locations in Partridge Creek, Somerset and Twelve Oaks Malls and in Birmingham. www.alexandani.com

On Saturday, December 8, 11am – 2pm., those shopping at ALEX AND ANI Partridge Creek and Twelve Oaks, will enjoy refreshments while they browse the latest store collections. If shoppers mention Beaumont Children’s, 15% of their gross sale during that time will be donated to Beaumont Children’s.

November 23 – November 24 SOMETHING TO SPARE

ACE Round Up

Participating ACE Hardware locations will be asking you to round up your purchase to the next dollar. The difference in change will be donated to Beaumont Children’s. www.acehardware.com

November 27 5 – 8pm SOMETHING LUXURIOUS

Kendra Scott Giving Tuesday

In honor of Kendra Scott’s support of pediatric hospitals, they are hosting a special giveback event from 5 – 8pm with partial proceeds from the event sales benefitting Beaumont Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. In addition, 100% of the proceeds from the You Do Good Children’s Charm will be donated to Beaumont Children’s. Kendra Scott is located in the Twelve Oaks Mall in Novi. www.kendrascott.com

November 27 – December 18 SOMETHING EASY

Credit Unions for Kids Donation - JUST VOTE!

Help Beaumont Children’s receive $50,000 WITHOUT opening your pocket book! Just Vote for Beaumont Children’s’ at voteformiracles.org. Credit Unions for Kids is offering monetary prizes to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals receiving the votes at voteformiracles.org. There is no obligation to participate and individuals can vote daily. $50,000 can purchase a one year supply of Beau the Bear plush toys to comfort children staying at Beaumont Children’s. www.voteformiracles.org

December 10-16 SOMETHING SMALL

Speedway Holiday Week of Miracles

Speedway gas stations throughout Southeast Michigan are raising funds for Beaumont Children’s by offering a special Beau the Bear holiday keychain. The piece was created just for this event and is given to consumers making a donation to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. All funds will support local programs at Beaumont Children’s. Beau the Bear is the loveable mascot of Beaumont Children’s.

More about Beaumont Children’s can be found at: www.beaumont.org/services/childrens.

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