Sanctity of Human Life Sunday is January 19th, 2025!

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It is that time of year again, and we are in full swing prepping for 2025 and Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, which means the official 2025 kick-off for our Baby Bottle Campaign. This Campaign is one of our most important and popular fundraisers, easily engaging everyone in your church. 

 

In 2024, we raised over $81,000 from baby bottles! 

See just a portion of what this support has allowed us to accomplish so far: 

 

•  408 pregnancy tests

• 273 ultrasounds through Next Step Testing

• 553 spiritual discussions

• 161confirmed saved babies

 

​We offer these services completely free of charge, meaning it is because of you that this is possible. Thank you for your support!

 

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How Does the Campaign Work?

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How It Works:

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1. Distributing Baby Bottles: If participating in January, your church will kick off their campaign on Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, which is January 19th. They will share a ministry update and put out empty baby bottles provided by Willow Network.​

2. Filling the Bottles: Take a bottle home and fill it with spare change, cash, or checks, OR you can fill a virtual bottle via the link above. ​

3. Returning the Bottles: Once filled, bring the bottle back to your church, who will then get that money to Willow Network. 

4. Keeping track: Keep track of your church's progress by checking your church's personalized webpage via the link above. (For help with this, contact Sara Kardas at sara@willownetwork.org )

5. Using the Funds: The funds collected are used by Willow Network to provide free services such as:

   • Pregnancy tests and ultrasounds through Next Step Testing

   • Peer counseling and emotional support

   • Parenting classes

   • Maternity and baby supplies (e.g., diapers, clothing, formula)

   • Referrals for housing, medical care, or other resources

   • Pregnancy loss support

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Why It’s Important:

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1. Supports Vulnerable Families: The money raised helps Willow Network offer the love of Jesus Christ through crucial support & resources to pregnant women and families in need, at no cost.

2. Encourages Church Involvement: The campaign is an easy way for people of all ages to contribute and get your whole church involved in this powerful mission.

3. Promotes Life-Affirming Services: Our vision is to create a culture that values and preserves life. We do this by empowering women with the emotional support and knowledge needed to make a thoughtful, informed choice about their pregnancy.

4. Sustainable Fundraising: We receive zero state or federal money of any kind. We are 100% donor funded through individuals & local churches in our community. Small contributions from many individuals  and churches add up significantly, enabling Willow Network to sustain operations and expand our services to those in need.

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Why the Baby Bottle Symbol?

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The baby bottle is a simple yet powerful symbol of LIFE that resonates with our mission: creating a culture that values and preserves life. The baby bottle serves as a visible reminder of the huge impact a little generosity can have in accomplishing that vision.

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The Baby Bottle Campaign is not just about fundraising—it's about creating a community that rallies around the value of life and the well-being of mothers and children.

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How Can I Sign My Church Up To Participate?

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1. Talk to your Pastor and offer to be a Church Liaison! (Learn More Here) If they agree, please be sure to let us know by emailing our Development Director, Sara Kardas at sara@willownetwork.org 

2. When you contact us, please provide how many bottles and bulletin inserts you would like to receive, we recommend one per family. We also provide a poster to hang, and a ministry update that you can share with your church. If you would like to book a speaker for Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, please contact Jackie Rosa at jackie@willownetwork.org

3. Materials will be prepared and ready for pickup in early January at the center closest to you that you designate. The center director will contact you once they are ready.

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Additional Questions?

Contact: Sara Kardas, Development Director

315-733-5405  |  sara@willownetwork.org