Blogging brings me so much. It gives me a creative outlet. It allows me to connect to a network of awesome, like-minded people (you guys). It creates a space where I can share my thoughts. It also usually brings me a ton of emails. That’s not a complaint! I love emails from y’all. I also love receiving opportunities from worthwhile organizations, and today, I have one such organization to share with you.
If you haven’t heard of Sevenly, let me give you a quick rundown of how this amazing organization works. Since its creation in 2011, Sevenly has raised over 3 million dollar for worthwhile causes. Each week, they team up with a different charity and offer an array of merchandise from campaign-specific shirts to a curated vendor selection of jewelry, toys, accessories, etc. Whatever a person purchases that week, $7 goes directly to the cause of the week. I found it to be a pretty cool setup!
When they contacted me about being involved, I jumped on board. I actually told them I’d love to participate, but not to bother sending a shirt because I was doubtful it would fit me right now, but they insisted…
Well, what do you know, it actually fit! And I think it’s a really cute shirt at that!
But the meaning behind it? Oh, it’s so much more than a cute shirt.
This week Sevenly is partnering with St. Baldrick’s, a foundation dedicated to raising funds for research to conquer childhood cancer.
As a mom, as a pregnant mom, I can’t imagine anything worse than watching your child battle a disease such as cancer, but the scary statistic is that by age 20, about 1 in 300 boys and 1 in 333 will be diagnosed with cancer. (source) St. Baldrick’s began as a single head-shaving event (you’ve seen the videos, right?), and has raised over 28 million dollars in 2014 alone through these awesome events to extend awareness and raise money for childhood cancer research.
If you’re interested in shaving your head for the cause, click here. However, if you aren’t feeling so bold as to shave your head right now, you can still help out this organization with a purchase through Sevenly.
You can get the same awesome baseball tee I’m sporting (and rest assured it will fit you a bit better than me!)
or you can check out all the other really great merchandise they have for sale. And remember, whatever you choose, $7 goes directly to St. Baldrick’s.
Thanks for allowing me to share Sevenly with you today. Since I received my shirt for participating in sharing this week’s campaign, I’d like to pay it forward and buy one of you a t-shirt from Sevenly this week in support of St. Baldrick’s.
To enter, click on over and pick out a t-shirt of your choice. Link to it in the comments and I’ll pick a winner tomorrow. After all, the campaign runs out at the end of the week!
Heather @fitncookies says
I like the Keep Calm and Fight on Boyfriend Tee in yellow. This is a really great cause, and I had never heard of it before!
Corinne says
Love the cause! Thanks for introducing us to Sevenly. I like the Be The Change V neck tee.
Kate @ Indulgent Wellness says
Such a great way to raise funds for a worthy cause. I like the Keep Calm Flowy Racerback Tank!
Karen says
Great cause. I too can not imagine anything more terrible than a child with cancer.
Love the same shirt your wearing(minus the baby belly of course).
Tara says
I love the “be the change” V-Neck t shirt! What a neat organization, I can’t wait to read more about them. I am always looking for a new cause that I can support with my whole heart and as a new mom, they may be the one for me. Thank you so much for sharing.
Niko's Mama says
What a great cause!! I’d pick the boy’s toddler tee (http://www.sevenly.org/charity-products/beat-cancer-toddler-tee) so my son could show his support for his Aunt (my youngest sister) who is currently battling brain cancer! I know seeing him in it would make her smile :). Thx so much for sharing this!!
John J. says
Super picture of a lovely woman championing a worthy cause. Thanks for sharing both. “Be the change” is my kind of “fit”.
Ali says
That is a really cool organization!
Meg says
I am currently in the process of changing my career from an accountant to a middle school ELA teacher. I think the “Be You” print would be a wonderful addition to my classroom next year! (and great reminder for middler schoolers!)
http://www.sevenly.org/accessories/be-you-print
I’ll probably start using Sevenly to purchase birthday and Christmas gifts!
Tori says
This sounds like such a great organization! I haven’t known anyone personally with cancer, and I can’t even imagine how difficult it must be. I love the keep calm and fight on tee in yellow. http://www.sevenly.org/womens/clothing/keep-calm-boyfriend-tee-1
Britt says
I love the tank: http://www.sevenly.org/charity-products/keep-calm-athletic-tank. Perfect for summer! I’d consider buying this even if I don’t win the giveaway – I love supporting cancer research!
Jill says
Great cause. Love the Be The Change vneck.
Lexi says
What an excellent cause. A classmate of mine recently passed from cancer at age 16, and it makes me so sad to think about what these children and their families must go through. Thank you for sharing! http://www.sevenly.org/womens/clothing/beat-cancer-flowy-racerback-tank
Kim says
I like the Be the Change V Neck Tee.
Love sites like that, that promate a healthy fundraising effort. So sad what children have to go through this day and age, seems like the childhood cancer rate has spiked, hope to find a cure soon!
Jen W. says
I love the black beat cancer racerback tank.
katie says
So cute! And necessary! Especially the keep calm and fight on green vneck!
Irene says
Be the change boyfriend tee in red. What an awesome organization going to be speeding the word
Nancy says
Love the navy boyfriend t-shirt for our (finally) warmer weather! http://www.sevenly.org/womens/clothing/keep-calm-boyfriend-tee
They have some great accessories too. The llama stuffed animal is adorable.
Heather says
Love the Be the Change v-neck! What a great cause, your post made me tear up.
Jessica says
This is a really awesome organization! I really like the Be the Change V neck, and the Keep Calm V neck!
Thanks so much for getting this out in the world!
Ashley D says
I don’t know how you do all you do! As the mom to an 18 month old boy, I am inspired by all you do. Great organization and way to pay it forward. I like the Be the Change V Neck Tee.
Elle says
I like “Be The Change” & “Keep Calm” V-Neck. This is such a great website!!
MEGHAN says
A good friend of mine loves “Sevenly” and I have been meaning to check them out. This was the perfect opportunity to do that. I really like the green boyfriend vneck tee. http://www.sevenly.org/charity-products/keep-calm-v-neck
Thank you for sponsoring such a wonderful company.
Kristen says
I love this whole post! Thank you for raising awareness! This is a lovely shirt:
http://www.sevenly.org/charity-products/be-the-change-muscle-tank
Jaclyn @ BumpSweat says
That’s a staggering, heart-breaking statistic you shared. I almost can’t believe it! Thanks for making me aware of this incredible organization and using your blog to promote such worthwhile ventures. Keep it up!
Katy McCalla says
I LOVE Sevenly!!!!! I have bought a couple shirts in support of many causes, even gave some as Christmas presents. Check out the whistle necklace!!!!! So excited you are supporting this cause, its incredible!
Diana says
The Keep calm v neck
Kristen says
I love the Be The Change Muscle Tank! Such an awesome company!
Jessica says
Such a great cause! I would be honored to wear it and help spread the message. I like the Keep Calm V neck http://www.sevenly.org/charity-products/keep-calm-v-neck
Theresa says
I love this message! https://www.bloglovin.com/link/post?post=2657476935&blog=1785265&link=aHR0cDovL3d3dy5haGVhbHRoeXNsaWNlb2ZsaWZlLmNvbS8yMDE0LzA0LzE2L3NldmVubHktcmFpc2luZy1mdW5kcy1mb3ItY2hpbGRob29kLWNhbmNlci1yZXNlYXJjaC8&group=0&frame=1&frame_type=a
Lauren says
Awesome cause! I like the green keep calm T-shirt.
Danica @ It's Progression says
This is such an awesome campaign to team up with – I’m thankful you told us about it!
I like the green “keep calm & fight on” v-neck.
Michelle @ Tales of a Fit Kitty Mama says
What an awesome company and a great cause! Thank you for sharing!!! I love the Beat Cancer racerback with the bear!
Katie says
http://www.sevenly.org/charity-products/be-the-change-muscle-tank
Love this “Be the Change” tank! Such a great organization
Kristy says
Those stastics make me so sad especially as a mom of 2 with a third on the way. But what an awesome idea for a website for organizations to partner with to get their cause heard. If i had to choose one i would pick the flowy racerback tank.
Giselle@myhealthyhappyhome says
Love the cause and the Be the Change racerback tank!
Bella says
As someone who has worked with children over thirty years I cannot fathom the pain of having a child with cancer. I would love to wear the v neck tee shirt. The one you are wearing looks adorable on you!