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Do you have an old skateboard getting dusty in the closet? Or, maybe there is a surfboard just sitting in the garage? Are you really using that longboard? Holidays are the perfect time to recycle the old sports gear and help kids, both little and big, have a toy this holiday season. In an “active green” way that defines their mission, Air & Earth announce that they will be hosting their unique “active green” Toy Drive again for the 2010 Holiday Season. By collecting used and new sports gear and toys to help kids stay active, Air & Earth’s 13 Days of Xmas runs from December 1st to 20th, 2010.
Founders Adam Von Ins and Elea Faucheron are so thankful for the support Charleston has given them that last year they created the 13 Days of Xmas toy drive. With a dual focus on exercising and recycling, the toy drive became a huge success. They collected more than 1,000 used toys and recycled them to locals in need. Including 27 families overlooked by other charities.
“We’re just amazed at how much support we continue to receive from all the board sport lovers, and their families,” says Elea Faucheron when asked about this unique benefit drive. She explains the traditional 12 days of Christmas are all about “what my true love gave to me. We’re so thankful; we created the 13th day of Xmas so we could give back.”
Air & Earth’s 13 Days of Xmas are focused on making toys available to those in need missed by traditional charitable drives. Faucheron and Von Ins urge those who know of someone in need of help this holiday season to contact them. In addition, they are helping local organizations including Windwood Farms, East Cooper Community Outreach and Louie’s Kids collect specific items such as weights, bands, jump ropes, exercise balls, basketballs, baseballs, football, bike helmets and more.
Air & Earth support recycling, reusing and reducing by accepting used items. “We’re focusing on recycling stuff that helps kids get active,” Von Ins says.
“While the used items might not be unwrapped under the tree, it’s still a great opportunity for locals to clean house and help someone! For example, last year we collected used skateboards and gave them to kids who desperately wanted to skate, but had no chance of getting one. Even though it was used, they were so happy! And, it allowed donating families give without spending cash; one man’s junk is often another man’s treasure,” says Faucheron.
“Since our prime focus is helping kids be active, we are specifically searching for used sporting good items in good condition we can recycle,” Von Ins says. “We know there are plenty of locals with old stuff just gathering dust. If you have a skateboard, surfboard, skim board, body board, snowboards or kiteboard just sitting around, please donate!” says Faucheron. “We’re also collecting things associated with these sports: like used helmets, pads and wetsuits.”
Good Used / New Sporting Goods Items accepted include:
• Ground Sports: Skateboards, Wave boards, Inline Skates & Longboards
• Water Sports: Surfboards, Stand-up Paddleboards, Wakeboarding & Kiteboarding
• Snow Sports: Snowboards & Snow Skis
• Team Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer Ball and Volley Ball
• Helmets, Pads, Wetsuits and any accessory complementing the above items
For those rainy days, you can also donate the following items. They must be new and in original packaging:
• Board Games
• Playing Cards
• Art & School Supplies
Air & Earth are accepting donations from both individuals and businesses. Von Ins says: “If you know kids needing toys, please contact us!”
Air & Earth’s two-story surf, skate and kite sports center is located at 1313 Long Grove Drive, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. For more information, please visit catchsomeair.us. To contact, email 13days[.]catchsomeair.us or call 843-388-9300.
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