THE THOUGHTFUL PANDA, INC. AT A GLANCE
A Bit of Background
Upon President Birda Fortin's acceptance into Nursing
School, all of the extra fees associated with attending a University came to light and nearly caused her to decline her hard won seat in the program.
Birda soon discovered it would cost over $300.00 simply to park on campus for the year. Furthermore, it was required to purchase uniforms for her clinical rotations which was another $200.00 investment.
In short, there were multiple requirements that were going to cost money out of pocket that student loans were not going to cover. This was a large stressor and it was going to be nearly impossible to afford. It was then that some very generous and caring individuals in her community took up a collection without her knowledge and gifted her with a “Birda Book Fund”.
The generosity of those in Birda’s community gave her the financial stability to accept her seat in the Nursing Program without having to worry about the extra costs associated with earning her degree.
ACTIVITIES
Making A Difference
THE FUNDRAISER
The Thoughtful Panda, Inc., is hosting its 4th Annual Thoughtful Fundraiser at Daniels Restaurant on June 10, 2023 from 2-6pm. We would absolutely love your support! There will be music by Josh Merson. Tons of raffles to take chances on! A pit beef stand! In addition, there will be Thoughtful Panda swag available for purchase! 100% of the proceeds goes toward The Thoughtful Panda, Inc.
The Thoughtful Panda, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization.
PAYING IT FORWARD
The Thoughtful Panda Inc. was born in Birda’s mind as she closed in on graduation from Nursing school. The need to pay it forward to some other very deserving students became a passion that could not be ignored. That is how the very first Thoughtful Panda fundraiser came to fruition. The first years fundraising efforts assisted two deserving college students from the community. The second years fundraising efforts assisted three college students. It is our goal to continue to assist at least three students each year.
Interested in applying for The Thoughtful Panda Scholarship?
Email us at Birda.Fortin@yahoo.com for an application.
“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see”
Mark Twain
