Operation Unwrap A Smile Needs You
A Land O' Lakes couple's nonprofit organization serving at-risk, homeless and displaced children has grown as the number of children needing their help has increased. Now they need the community's help.
Herbert and Stephanie Roshell of Land O' Lakes run their nonprofit organization, Operation Unwrap A Smile, from their home, relying on donations and their own funds to reach displaced, homeless and at-risk youth in Pasco County and beyond. The organization also provides outreach services to local nursing homes, giving residents basic toiletries and gifts—"Blankets are a big hit!"—and taking kids along to sing and share their company. The Roshells store the items donated by businesses and individuals in a small spare bedroom in their home, but since founding the 501c3 organization in 2005, their outreach has outgrown the space. "We have donations, but nowhere to put them," Stephanie Roshell said. "We're hoping someone can help us with …
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Carol Ann Walker
12:43 pm on Tuesday, March 13, 2012
You are a blessing. Thank you. I live in the Washington Metro Area and I am sure a center could be establish here. Regards, Carol Ann more ›