Health Advisory Committee Members Needed

In an effort to provide accurate and updated materials and services to the families that we serve, we are currently in the process of establishing a Health Advisory Committee of active health professionals. Those that serve on the committee will assist Project Sweet Peas by providing his or her professional opinion to our literature and services.

Responsibility Description - "As a committee member, you might be involved in reviewing current and upcoming programs, editing and providing information to brochures and assisting Project Sweet Peas in efforts to connect with others in your professional community. Committee members will be contacted on an individual basis when need arises. This position does not have a minimum yearly time commitment and all committee members reserve the right to decline to participate in a project. As a health adviser your information and credentials will be made available to interested parties including parents, and professionals employed at the facilities we serve."


If you are an active health professional that is interested in joining our committee, please send correspondence to Sarah King at sarahking@projectsweetpeas.com.

NICU Health Professionals Needed

Neonatalogist
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
NICU RN
Social Worker
Physical Therapist
Speech and Language Pathologist
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Respiratory Therapist
Lactation Consultant

Bereavement Professionals Needed

RN involved in bereavement services
Clinical Psychologist specializing in grief support

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Join the Project Sweet Peas Board of Directors - Assistant Treasurer

   

Are you interested in serving on the Project Sweet Peas Board of Directors? Our Board consists of active professionals who are committed to furthering our mission. The following position is currently open on our Board of Directors.

 

Assistant Treasurer

The assistant treasurer is responsible for assisting the Treasurer with the management and reporting of an Project Sweet Pea's finances. You must be able to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Assist the Treasurer with maintaining financial workbooks and updates as necessary
• Assist Project Coordinators with financial reports for grants
• Assist to develop and implement financial procedures and systems
• Assist in collecting and auditing quarterly reports that are submitted by project coordinators
• Assist in responding to emails regarding financial and workbook questions
• Reports to board on key financial events, concerns and assessment of fiscal health

This position requires a minimum time commitment of 10 hours per week

Please email us at info@projectsweetpeas.com with any questions.

You may apply for this position here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16Edf5r7GGMhOwvAeP84XiyDlZmeTBbARNL1-kGc1LC4/viewform

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Help Project Sweet Peas win $10,000 from KIND Healthy Snacks!

We are in the running to win $10,000 from KIND Healthy Snacks! Yes, that's right $10,000! All funding will go towards our newest initiative - providing financial support to families enduring life in the NICU.

Alongside the emotional strain felt in the NICU, families often face financial hardship as they struggle to cover not only medical bills but expenses for food, lodging and gas. How can you help these families stay together during this difficult time? By voting on the KIND Healthy Snacks website and by sharing with your friends. It's easy, quick and will make a world of difference.

Vote today!!!: http://projects.kindsnacks.com/project/grants-to-support-families-with-an-infant-in-neonatal-intensive-care/

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Precious Kisses with Project Sweet Peas' Painting for Preemies II

Precious Kisses with Project Sweet Peas' 

Painting for Preemies II

Mark your calendars for March 27th and come out to support Precious Kisses - a division of Project Sweet Peas at their second Painting for Preemies Event at The Uncorked Artist in Warminster, PA! Click the link below for more info and make sure to buy your tickets early. The last event SOLD OUT! It was SO much fun! You do not have to be artistic or know how to paint at all! Anyone can do it! Hope to see you there!

https://www.facebook.com/events/626398224072376/

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Project Sweet Peas receives $1,000 Grant from DoJiggy Giving!

We are very excited to announce that we are a recipient of the DoJiggy Giving $1,000 grant! We greatly appreciate DoJiggy's commitment to providing support to non-profit organizations. Thank you DoJiggy for your generosity!

We also could not have received this funding, without your support! We were truly touched by the nominations that were given in our name. Please know that your continued support is acknowledged and deeply appreciated.

So what will the DoJiggy funds be utilized for? DoJiggy funds will be used to distribute hundreds of copies of  "My Sweet Pea's NICU Journal" to families enduring a NICU stay! This special journal gives parents a place to track baby's stats, record thoughts, and share milestones. These journals become invaluable resources to the families that receive them.

Thank you to DoJiggy and to all of our supporters!

With Gratitude,

The Project Sweet Peas Team

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Winged Memories Urn Pendant Giveaway

Jewelry Keepsakes has generously donated this beautiful Winged Memories Urn Pendant to one Project Sweet Peas supporter! This giveaway will begin on the January 28th and will end on February 16th!

The Winged Memories Urn Pendant is a beautiful piece that offers a way to carry your loved one with you always. The pendant is made of very high-quality materials at an affordable price. As an organization that serves grieving families, we can attest to how priceless and treasured a piece like this is

Product description: The pendant is .925 sterling silver and has a rhodium plating which gives it shine and durability. The snake chain measures 20" and is rhodium plated over sterling silver. More information can be found on the pendant here: http://www.jewelrykeepsakes.com/winged-memories-urn-pendant-p/jk6154.htm

a Rafflecopter giveaway

In addition to the giveaway, Jewelry Keepsakes if offering a discount code exclusively for Project Sweet Peas supporters! Use code SWEETPEAS now to receive a 5% discount when you shop at Jewelry Keepsakes: http://www.jewelrykeepsakes.com/

Please note that due to shipping costs, this giveaway is only open to those located within the United States.

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Join the Project Sweet Peas Board of Directors

Are you interested in serving on the Project Sweet Peas Board of Directors? Our Board consists of active professionals who are committed to furthering our mission. The following positions are currently open on our Board of Directors. 

Secretary

The secretary is responsible for ensuring that accurate and sufficient documentation exists to meet legal requirements. You must be able to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Manage and ensure accuracy of minutes of the board’s meetings
• Ensure minutes are distributed to members shortly after each meeting
• Maintain records of the board and ensure effective management of organization’s records including but not limited to the coordinator and volunteer ledgers, the bag count and approval records, financial report overviews and 990 forms from the Treasurer, the yearly meeting minute binder
• Maintain insurance documents and other important documentation
• Maintain state charitable registrations
• Respond to all fundraising approval emails after they have received approval from the board
• This position requires a minimum time commitment of 10 hours per week

Please email us at info@projectsweetpeas.com with any questions.

You may apply for this position here:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1CkHnzMJg47AWqfZSyWsi4rhUbydnSwVX18CeRbduOOQ/viewform

Assistant Treasurer

The assistant treasurer is responsible for assisting the Treasurer with the management and reporting of an Project Sweet Pea's finances. You must be able to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Assist the Treasurer with maintaining financial workbooks and updates as necessary
• Assist Project Coordinators with financial reports for grants
• Assist to develop and implement financial procedures and systems
• Assist in collecting and auditing quarterly reports that are submitted by project coordinators
• Assist in responding to emails regarding financial and workbook questions
• Reports to board on key financial events, concerns and assessment of fiscal health

This position requires a minimum time commitment of 10 hours per week

Please email us at info@projectsweetpeas.com with any questions.

You may apply for this position here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16Edf5r7GGMhOwvAeP84XiyDlZmeTBbARNL1-kGc1LC4/viewform

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