Our recent volunteer orientation was a great opportunity to go over the “new normal” in volunteering with our organization and prepare volunteer training to both new and old volunteers. Our virtual (and in person) volunteer training opportunity is a great practice to remain safe during these times. In preparation of our return to “in prison”...
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Flashback Friday: Lane Murray
Early recording days at Lane Murray. Volunteers were scattered in corners in the chapel. And now we send the moms’ voices via a URL!!! #FlashbackFriday
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First trip to Plane Henley Jail!
After seeing our WSP in action at the Lane Murray Unit while she was the warden, Warden Howard contacted me after she was assigned to Plane State Jail/Henley unit. She wanted the program in Dayton (Houston area). It happened with her help and the Houston/Baytown volunteers! The Plane State Jail has the largest number of...
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A note from Judith
July is almost over, and I’m reminded of how much we (WSP) enjoyed that month! Since Windham School District closed during July, it was time for us to relax a little (for me, it was reading, gardening and sailing). We also had time to plan for The Texas Book Festival, Barnes and Noble Holiday Book...
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A visit with a longtime supporter!
“Jill, Rhoda and I had a delightful visit with Patricia Newton, a long time supporter and valued WSP volunteer. I miss you Patricia!” – Judith Dullnig, WSP Founder and Board President
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WSP Annual Luncheon April 29: Help Us Double the Dream!
WSP Annual Luncheon April 29: Help Us Double the Dream! Join Women’s Storybook Project volunteers, donors, and other supporters as we come together virtually at 12-12:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 29 for our fifth annual fundraising luncheon. With this year’s theme of Double the Dream, we’re aiming to raise $75,000 in support of WSP...
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National Volunteer Week!
National Volunteer Week 2021 This week is National Volunteer Week 2021 and WSP would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for all our volunteers – especially during a difficult year. Still, our volunteers found ways to stay involved – from our in office volunteer activities, our WSP Mail-In program, committee work,...
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A Year In Review
Dear Friends, 2020 was unexpected in so many ways. We could not have seen the pandemic coming. In the months since the quarantine began; we have learned to listen, remain flexible and be open to new ideas. We are blessed to have a staff, board and volunteers that are truly dedicated to our mission of connecting...
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Special thanks to TDCJ!
As 2020 winds down and we prepare to celebrate the holidays, WSP wanted to recognize the hard work of all the wardens and staff at the TDCJ women’s units we serve, Snacks were sent via Amazon and we wished the wardens and the staff Happy Holidays and thanked them for their hard work during this difficult...
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We’re Still Here!
by Emilie Crimmins, Barnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive Chair It’s that time of the year again (think: hot chocolate, fuzzy socks, chilly weather) and Women’s Storybook project of Texas isn’t letting anything stop us from participating in the Barnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive – not even 2020! Since the holiday season is going to look...