BE A FRUIT FOUNDATION
About
It's rare to find a fruit in cold and dark times, so be one. Reaching out to those around the world in need of refuge, encouragement, health and guidance. Started by Mercedes Shepherd.
With Be A Fruit Foundation, the hope is to reach out to others who are in need of necessities, support and guidance. We want to provide others with not only health and wellness facilities, but access to shelter, comfort and a place where they can safely call home. The world we live in
is harsh, and many of us have gone through horrific situations and many of us feel alone. We want to change that by bringing people together, encouraging and strengthening those who have been weaken, and show them how powerful they are and their lives can be.
The Story
Be A Fruit Foundation is based on a book called Cherry Christmas by Mercedes Shepherd. The book follows a girl named Cherry, who unfortunately discovers how hard things can be at such a young age. Despite her naivety and lack of understanding, she attempts to make a difference. Though a Christmas-ish story, Cherry Christmas can be read and enjoyed at any time of year.
Mission
When Cherry moves to Gratta Town, she realizes that many people have it hard. She attempts to reach out by designing a Christmas ornament of a cherry to help raise money for a nearby homeless shelter. As an adult, I know Cherry would grow up to become someone who would create a foundation with the same principles. Going along with Cherry's mission, Be A Fruit Foundation challenges you to also be a fruit in cold and dark times.