C.J. M.: Blankies for My Buddies

November 23, 2022 00:12:02
C.J. M.: Blankies for My Buddies
Simple Acts, Big Impact
C.J. M.: Blankies for My Buddies

Nov 23 2022 | 00:12:02

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Natalie Silverstein, MPH

Show Notes

CJ. is a big-hearted 15-year-old from Atlanta who turned a personal tragedy into an incredible purpose, providing blankets for people who are dealing with loss, trauma, and other hardships. He launched a nonprofit called Blankies for My Buddies. He wrote a children's book called "And Then There Was One." CJ is also a Giving Tuesday Spark Leader.

www.blankies4mybuddies.org
@blankies4mybuddies
www.givingtuesdayspark.org
@givingtuesdayspark
www.goodgriefbooks.net

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