TCA Works for The Luttig Family Foundation

Hello again friends,

If you've read any of the previous posts here, you're already aware of The Customer Advantage founder, John Milanoski's desire to see his company doing real good in the local communities where we operate. So one of my projects is this blog to share a little bit about the different groups TCA is helping. I'm hoping my words might inspire some of you too. :-)

Today I'd like to share something very special with you. This time it's my story. I'd like to tell you about my dream to help families through a new charitable foundation I'm creating, called The Luttig Family Foundation. Here's a short overview to give you some idea of what I'd like to accomplish. I'll definitely be sharing more in future posts and you can always check out my Facebook page here too.

I came up with the idea of a foundation several years ago. My parent were big into the concept of community service and giving. I guess some of it wore off on me too. But I didn't know what purpose it would serve or how it would be funded. Over the last year, these questions have been answered.

It started after my mom passed away back in 2009. I came to the realization that I was already the same age as my father was when I was born. Yet I had no family or even any prospects on the horizon. Who would care for me when I got to be his age? Right now? Chances are nobody. So I wondered, would I spend my final days or even years in some "facility" with no one there that truly loved me? That idea was not very pleasant to me. As I contemplated my future, a number events pointed me in the direction of adoption as a way to build my own family. So I began a journey which has been frustrating at times and inspirational at others.

One of the most significant obstacles for me was, quite honestly, money. I needed to remodel a bedroom and unfortunately, because I was doing the work myself & had to finance it on the installment plan, it took longer than I really wanted. I also needed to get a physical exam but have no insurance and was required to pay out-of-pocket for this. But even though cash flow here has been slim, I was willing to take on the extra costs as part of my quest.

These hindrances were the inspiration to answer my first question. The foundation would help adoptive & foster families with financial assistance. Specifically, my intention is to help families that want to adopt kids that are considered "special needs" cases from the U.S. foster-care system.

At any given time, there are around 125,000 kids available for adoption. Many of them have medical or other issues which make them more difficult to find permanent homes for. Yet we know that there are lots of families that would take these children but don't currently have the ability to do so. There's lots of reasons and thankfully, money can solve many of these problems!

The next question was how to provide on-going funding of the foundation without the constant need for actively raising money. I'd rather be giving it out than trying to collect it. Then I was introduced to TCA & John. That answered the second part of my question. The money that will be generated through this program should be sufficient to aid many families with their desire to adopt.

Now I'll admit, I have a lot of work to do to really get going and there's still a ways to go before I get there. But I'm looking forward to the challenge and doing something that will help bring kids home to a permanent, loving family.

If you're interested in helping, there's a number things you can do. Of course, financial donations won't be turned away. Initially, I'll use this money to help with getting all the pieces in place so we're sure we're doing everything by the books. But once we get going, it will all go to the families in need. Next, at some point in time, I'll need to set up a board of directors. This group will help in guiding the foundation. If you'd have any interest in serving, please let me know & I can get you more information as we get to that point. Finally, if you haven't already, please consider signing up for a free account here with The Customer Advantage. When you make a purchase (not required), 5% of the sale will automatically go into a fund for the foundation.

For myself, I still have yet to find a child to move into my new bedroom here. But the search continues and I'm sure it will happen soon. There's too many kids in need for my home to go unfilled.

Well thanks for taking time to read & get to know a little more about my plans. I'm very excited about what the future holds. Not only for me but for the kids we will help know what it's like to have a safe, stable home with a family that loves them.

Wishing you peace, love & cheers as always,
Tom

Help The Rockin Lazy J Ranch with TCA!

Good day my friends,

As you be aware, the founder of The Customer Advantage, John Milanoski, has instructed his Field Coordinators to seek out ways of giving back to our communities. I have chosen to share his brainchild, TCA, with charities and non-profit organizations in hopes of helping them help the people they serve. So far we have already signed up several great causes which we'll be high-lighting here in future posts.

Today I'd like to share a little bit about The Rockin Lazy J Ranch. This charitable organization is the project of a gentleman named John Morrison, whom I met through a Facebook group dedicated to foster-care and adoptive families. John's life story as a foster child is terrible and sad but also incredibly uplifting and inspirational. He is a true example of what the human spirit is capable of achieving. We wish John the best of luck on his venture and hope we can help him be successful.

The following excerpt is directly from his Facebook page. The mission at the ranch is...

"To touch the lives of those children in need!! Those children in Texas that need homes and a loving family. Or goal is to cater to those in need of long term care, those that will be it the system for the rest of their childhood!!

If you were in my shoes would you be doing the same, would you be willing to give the remainder of your years to make a better life for a child that is not your own?? I do not ask for this cup to be taken from me, I take it freely, knowing that at anytime, I could walk away, but I choose not to! I have a great need to do this not only for the kids that I can help, but for my own peace!! What I want to offer them are the things that were not offered to me, hope, love and a purpose in life, this is my purpose!"
- John Morrison

If you would like to help make a difference in the life of a child in need, please consider signing up under John's link to The Customer Advantage. It's completely free and there's no obligation to buy anything ever! But if you do find a deal that you like, 5% of your purchase will go directly to The Rockin Lazy J Ranch.

Do you have a non-profit or charitable organization that could use some help raising money? Please leave a comment and we will contact you about what we can do. You can also write us at TCAWorks4U@gmail.com

Wishing you peace, love & cheers,
Tom

TCA Works for Non-Profit & Charitable Organizations

Now here's a bit of good news for you today! Did you know that non-profit and charitable organizations can sign up for a free Customer Advantage account and get paid for simply sharing their link?

IT'S TRUE!

TCA founder, John Milanoski, is a very civic minded man. One of his goals is to give back to the community. So John has instructed his Field Coordinators to seek out groups that are looking to raise money for worthy causes. This could be anything from a center for youth to a sanctuary for injured birds to a home for foster children.

If you have a special passion that could use some assistance financially, please click on this link. Today, it will take you to a page we have set up for the Stoughton Area Youth Center. The youth center provide numerous after-school activities for area kids in 5th grade through high-school. The center also provides daily, healthy snacks, physical and technical education programs. When you enroll here, your future purchases (not required) will benefit this group as well as yours.

The Customer Advantage believes in a WIN-WIN situation. Members benefit by getting great saving and supporting local businesses. Businesses benefit from an influx of guaranteed, paying customers. Click the link above and join today!

Thanks and have a great day!

PS...Sign up your group and I'll promote your link here too!