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Cash Mob Sherwood’s first “hit” was a “hit”
The first mob was scheduled for March 17th. Everyone was asked to start rolling in at 2:00 pm at Sweet Story in Old Town Sherwood and overall, approximately 100 mobbers from all over and of all ages came in to support this locally owned Sherwood business. The aftermath… A VERY FUN and heartwarming experience. The Howard family, owners of Sweet Story in Sherwood and their staff were thrilled with the outcome, and extremely appreciative of the support. See more at
www.CashMobSherwood.comPeople came from all over and many experienced Sweet Story for the first time
While many mobbers came from Sherwood and the surrounding area, there was one specifically that we spoke with who was a student from the University of Oregon. Together with her friends visiting the area, they came by in support of this movement and were one of many who experienced Sweet Story for the first time. They were moved by the communities support and inspired by the idea that this concept could give to their local businesses in the Eugene area the support they need during these tough economic times. They plan to share their experience in Sherwood on Saturday with a leadership group on campus. We wish them much success and are here to help extend support in any way we can!
Hear what Sweet Story has to say about you mobbers out there
Following the mob we later found out it was Sweet Stories 6 month anniversary when they were mobbed. Michelle Howard, owner of Sweet Story in Sherwood, Oregon said, “it was the best gift she could have asked for!” To really put it in perspective, Sweet Story shared on the Cash Mob Sherwood Facebook wall… “it was the biggest day in sales our store has ever had and that means a lot to Daron and I. It’s easy to forget what it takes for small businesses to stay in business but days like yesterday mean that I am able to pay my rent and utilities for another month. I truly appreciate everyone who came out and “mobbed” us!”
Sweet Story staff, LeAnn Brown said… “This was amazing! I work at Sweet Story, and I can’t tell you how much fun we had serving all of the wonderful people who came out to support Michele and her family. I was still smiling after everyone left! Thanks, Cash Mob and everyone who supports it!”
Join the mob and help make a difference
If it had to be summed up in five words, Mobbers YOU made a difference! When we each do a little, we all do a lot! And remember, the more mobbers the merrier! Please follow us on
facebook and
twitter to see when the next mob is scheduled to take place and which locally owned Sherwood business has been selected. Spread the word to all your friends and get ready rally together to mob them with support! We look forward to seeing you soon!
Michelle Howard, local business owner of the Sweet Story Bakery on Railroad Street in Sherwood Old Town was excited to learn her shop was selected to be the site of the first Cash Mob. The mob is set to descend Saturday, March 17 at 2:00 PM at the Sweet Story Bakery location in Sherwood. The newly opened Sherwood Bakery will be hit with a mob of support in a new movement dubbed “Cash Mob Sherwood” aimed at supporting local businesses and strengthening the local community one business at a time.
When we each do a little, we all do a lot.
The idea is to get the word out to as many people as possible. Spreading the word via social media and rallying friends, neighbors and community members together is what it takes to catapult the idea of shopping local to a new level by “mobbing” locally owned businesses in Sherwood and giving them a boost.
Inspired by Flash Mobs, the purpose of Cash Mobs is to support both the local businesses and the overall community. Each month a group of people will come out and descend upon a local business at a predetermined date and time, agree to spend approximately $20 and have fun.
Make a difference. Support local.
“When we have the chance to shop local we’re creating an opportunity for those funds to recirculate several times over before leaving the area. If we can bring more top of mind awareness about our local businesses and physically step into the establishments and support them by shopping local, the whole community benefits and we’re truly making a difference where we live” ~ Amber Gardner.
According to a Michigan State University Study, 73% of dollars spent at local businesses stays in the community. Shopping local saves jobs and preserves our local vibe while reducing environmental impact and transportation costs. Beyond being the heartbeat of our local communities, these small businesses are also the largest employers nationally – they create the majority of new jobs and it’s critical that we support these small businesses. Supporting local is an investment that gives back to us all in BIG ways, one more reason to think local first and do our part to help keep the doors of our beloved local businesses open.
Never miss a cash mob.
Cash Mob Sherwood events will take place once every month. Date, time and location will all be announced via Facebook and Twitter. For additional information or to nominate a local Sherwood business, go to www.CashMobSherwood.com.
Fundraiser for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital
Mr. Bowmen is an annual Sherwood event that Seniors from Sherwood High School boys compete in. It runs a lot like any other pageant, but in this competition they’re judged on fundraisers, community service, talent and student body support.
The Mr. Bowmen Pageant consists of 12 senior boys who are competing in the 2012 contest. They do many things to help raise funds and awareness such as sell calendars, collect donations from friends, neighbors and family members. All the money that is raised through their fundraising efforts goes directly to Doernbecher Childrens Hospital in Portland, Oregon. Last year Sherwood High School raised $22,000 for Doernbecher and this year they’re looking to exceed that amount through the communities support. Recently these seniors took a tour of the facility to learn more about what Doernbecher does and how they help make kids lives a little easier when they’re going through treatment. Here’s an opportunity for you to help too.
When The Gardner Team was asked to help get the word out to promote this event we were all over it. This may not be the first time you’ve heard or read about us sharing this event. That’s because we want to keep reminding you of what a great opportunity it is to support a good cause. Through personal experience, we know first hand if wasn’t for children’s hospitals like Doernbecher our oldest son Tyler may not be here with us today. Nearly 18 years later we can say they truly “work miracles!” and it’s grass root fundraising efforts such as this that helps them to.
Make a Difference at Manzana Grill
When: All day Wednesday, February 8th
Where: Manzana Rotisserie Grill located at 305 1st Street in Lake Oswego, OR 97034 (Call for Reservations at 503-675-3322 )
Why: This is a great way to help make a difference in your community. Supporting these Seniors efforts raises money for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital!
Again, all day Wednesday you can eat at Manzana and they will donate 10% to the Make Miracles Foundation at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital!
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