The November 2017 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter, features an inspirational note from founder Krista Jones. It’s the hustle and bustle time of year, when families gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving. This year, I thought it would be a great time to reflect on what I am thankful for. I am […]
Hudson Valley Magazine recently interviewed Krista Jones, the Executive Director of Sparrow’s Nest, for an article that was published September 27th, 2017. Sheila Kimball featured two local women who are helping to feed their communities. “We’re supplying a simple meal, but for a cancer patient or caregiver this is huge,” says [Executive Director, Krista] Jones. […]
Under a bright blue sky at the beginning of September, three ribbons were formally cut to welcome Sparrow’s Nest of the Hudson Valley’s expansion of their new kitchen. The Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff, volunteers and community celebrated on this rare occasion where the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce, New Paltz Chamber of […]
From Wonder Woman to Superman, Sparrow’s Nest Runners to Spider-Man, over 475 heroes ran during the 4th Annual Super Hero 5K and Family Fun Day on September 10,2017, at James Baird State Park in Pleasant Valley, raising over $30,000. Because of your support, we will continue to run for those who can’t. Thank you so […]
HudsonValleyEats.com is a website that features articles, interviews and stories about everything food in the Hudson Valley. And on September 14th, 2017, they were kind enough to feature Sparrow’s Nest. In an article titled “Sparrow’s Nest Delivers Home-Made Meals & Hugs”, Candice Smith shares the Sparrow’s Nest story with her readers, including a brief history […]
The August 2017 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter, features an inspirational note from founder Krista Jones. Last month, we announced our mission expansion to include children who are diagnosed with cancer. How could we not? In an effort to take care of the whole family, it has always been our goal, […]
It’s official! Sparrow’s Nest of the Hudson Valley is now moved into our new offices. Don’t worry…they’re not too far from where our old offices were. And it’s a good thing they’re not! You have no idea how heavy a filing cabinet really is until you have to move one! We’re settling in nicely into […]
The July 2017 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter, features an inspirational note from founder Krista Jones. I think the question I am asked the most is “why?” Why did I start the charity and what was my motivation? And though the answer is filled with great pain it is also cradled in […]
Sparrow’s Nest of the Hudson Valley is excited to share with the community the expansion of their mission to include feeding the families of sick parents, caregivers and now the families of children who are also battling cancer. Through its many years of successful support through grants, donations, sponsorships and community involvement, Sparrow’s Nest is […]
We’ve been teasing you for weeks and weeks and weeks that we have a really big announcement to make. Well, Sparrow’s Nest founder and Executive Director Krista Jones is ready to let the cat out of the bag. WATCH!
