OUR CONCERN
All over the United States , there are children living below the poverty level. The heart breaking photos we see on the television of third world countries of hungry children and poor living conditions are harsh realities for some neighborhoods not far from you. Some of these children are often times living with single parents who are working two jobs to provide their basic survival needs (food, clothing and shelter). While the parents are working to make ends meet, these children are sometimes left to care for themselves. Too many of them depend on the meals from the school cafeteria and the guidance and attention of adults from the school and local community centers for higher level needs ( self-actualization, esteem and belonging). These unfortunate situations oftentimes negatively influence the child’s ability to be a productive, focused student with dreams they view as a reality in their future. Without aspiring dreams and hopes, they struggle with being a positive member of their community.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Save Our Children Movement Inc. is to provide some of the basic needs of children in, but not limited to, the low income areas, including food, clothing and meaningful, supportive and encouraging relationships.In addition, we want to foster individual and community empowerment.
VISION
We hope to create a safe environment in which the children establish productive relationships and a positive sense of self. Secondarily, we want to foster individual and community empowerment.
SUPPORT THE CHILDREN
How to help
Please click either the "Donate" or "Get Involved" tabs to help make a difference in the lives of children, families and communities
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Movement Update
The movement is growing. We have already had seven events since our beginning in April 2014. Also, A group of caring citizens have mobilized in Clover SC to extend the movement to their area. They are in the process of putting together a Back to School event for the Roosevelt Park Commmunity. The date and time to be determined.
We would like to recognize business sponsors who have committed to monthly material/product contributions. Thank you on behalf of the movement and those whose lives are being or will be touched by your generosity
Next Scheduled Event
The next scheduled events are August 23rd at Erwin Center and September 1st at Simply Sonji" Hair Salon and Hair Spa, both in Gastonia, NC. We will provide free food. There will be free food and haircuts at the September 1st event..... thanks to the many contributors from North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.
Did you know?
That on August 23 of this year, 2014, that SOCM will be having its 8th event at Erwin Center in Gastonia NC?
Free Food, games, music and more....
