Vote for Renesting Project in ‘Project for Awesome'
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Renesting Project is thrilled to announce its participation in the annual online event Project for Awesome (P4A) 2025.
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Project for Awesome is a globally recognized initiative that raises awareness and funds for charities dedicated to improving the world.
P4A, organized by the Foundation to Decrease World Suck (FTDWS), is an event where participants create videos to highlight the incredible work of non-profits like The Renesting Project.
In 2024, P4A raised over $3.5 million, with 50% of the funds distributed to charities selected by the P4A community and major organizations such as Save the Children and Partners in Health. The other 50% of the donations were split between 30 charities the Project for Awesome community chose.
The Renesting Project needs your help and the entire community's support.
This year, you can make a tangible impact by voting for The Renesting Project during P4A's voting period, starting Tuesday, February 11th, at 11:00 a.m. CST/ 12:00 p.m. EST.
4 easy steps to vote for The Renesting Project:
Visit the Project for Awesome website at www.projectforawesome.com.
Explore the video submissions and search for The Renesting Project's video.
Vote for The Renesting Project's video to help secure funding for their mission.
Please share the video with friends, family, and your social media network to amplify the message and gather more votes!
The Renesting Project, headquartered in Bossier City, Louisiana, is volunteer-powered and serves nine parishes in Northwest Louisiana.
The local 501(c)3 is committed to providing essential furniture and household items to individuals and families transitioning from homelessness. By voting for The Renesting Project during P4A, you will help The Renesting Project expand its reach and continue transforming empty spaces into homes.
WATCH: What's Renesting Project about?
'Participating in Project for Awesome is an incredible opportunity for us,' said Emily Jo Manchester-Sanden, Executive Director of Renesting Project, 'We're so grateful for the chance to share our story, and with your support, we can further our mission to serve those in need.'
Voting is simple, but the impact is profound. Funds from P4A enable organizations like The Renesting Project to make a difference every day.
Vote for The Renesting Project and create homes and hope for those in need.
Don't forget to mark your calendars to vote starting February 11th!
For more information about The Renesting Project and how you can help make a donation and/or volunteer, contact Emily Jo Manchester-Sanden at emilyjo@renestingprojectinc.org.
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