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Gifts that Keep Giving Benefit Children

Beaumont Children's, a Children's Miracle Network Hospital,receives donations

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 20 corporate-owned locations participating throughout Southeast Michigan.

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Now – December 15 (while supplies last) – SOMETHING WARM

Great Lakes Ace Merry Mittens

Great Lakes Ace Hardware locations in Southeast Michigan are offering a “Merry Mittens” glove filled ornament for $9.99. The clear plastic bulb holds a pair of adult one-size-fits-all gloves in one of two patterns. Partial proceeds from the Merry Mitten ornament will be donated to Beaumont Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. The touch-sensitive gloves allow easy use of phone operations and texting. They are also perfect for driving in the cold weather. https://www.greatlakesace.com/store-locator/

Now – January 1, 2020 SOMETHING CUDDLY

Aflac Holiday Duck

Aflac is now offering its 2019 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 https://aflacchildhoodcancer.org/shop

November 29 – December 25 and December 2 – December 6 SOMETHING TO SPARE

ACE Round Up (11/29-12/25)

Participating ACE Hardware locations will be asking shoppers to round up their purchase to the next dollar. The Holiday Round Up will be donated to Beaumont Children’s. www.acehardware.com

Love’s Travel Stops Round Up (12/2- 12/6)

Love’s Travel Stops locations in Southeast Michigan will also be asking shoppers to round up their purchase to the next dollar. The Holiday Round Up will be donated to Beaumont Children’s. https://www.loves.com/en/locations

December 2 – December 24 (while supplies last)

Great Lakes Ace Wrap It in Red

Shoppers buying holiday gifts at Great Lakes Ace stores will have the opportunity to receive a “Wrap It In Red” gift bag and tissue paper for a donation of $1 or more. 100% of the donations will be given to Beaumont Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. https://www.greatlakesace.com/store-locator/

December 3 – December 24 SOMETHING EXTRA

Nordstrom’s Miracles Start Here Campaign

Nordstrom 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 Twelve Oaks and Somerset are participating in the campaign. https://shop.nordstrom.com

December 7 and December 14 SOMETHING TO MAKE MEMORIES

Nordstrom’s Somerset Collection and Twelve Oaks are hosting a jolly buffet with Santa that begins at 9 a.m. 100% of the ticket sales will be donated to Beaumont Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Tickets: $15 Children (3 – 17), $25 for adults, Free 2 and under. For reservations: https://nordstromrsvp.com/santabreakfast

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

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