Lake Cities Hope

**Context Profile for Lake Cities Hope**

1. **Organization Mission & Cause**:
   - Lake Cities Hope is dedicated to providing support and resources to families in need within the Lake Cities community. Their mission focuses on alleviating poverty and enhancing the quality of life for local families through various programs and initiatives. They aim to empower individuals by providing essential services, such as food assistance, educational support, and community engagement.

2. **Type of Activities**:
   - Lake Cities Hope engages in a variety of activities, including:
     - **Back to School Fair**: An annual event providing school supplies to local children, ensuring they have the necessary tools for academic success.
     - **Food Assistance Programs**: Offering food pantry services to families in need.
     - **Community Partnerships**: Collaborating with local organizations and churches to maximize their outreach and impact.
     - **Fundraising Campaigns**: Regularly organizing events and campaigns to raise funds and awareness for their initiatives.

3. **Tone of Voice**:
   - The tone of voice used by Lake Cities Hope is friendly, supportive, and community-oriented. Their communications are designed to inspire action and foster a sense of belonging within the community. The language is accessible and warm, often expressing gratitude and encouragement to donors and volunteers.

4. **Emoji Usage**:
   - Lake Cities Hope does not prominently feature emojis in their communications. Their content tends to maintain a professional yet approachable tone without the use of informal emoji expressions.

5. **Key Facts**:
   - **Founding Info**: Specific founding details were not available from the analyzed content.
   - **Scale**: They have a total of 11 forms and have conducted 4 email campaigns.
   - **Impact Metrics**: While specific metrics were not detailed, their initiatives, such as the Back to School Fair, indicate a commitment to serving hundreds of local families.
   - **Volunteer Info**: They likely rely on community volunteers, although specific volunteer opportunities or metrics were not explicitly mentioned.

6. **Writing Guidelines**:
   - **Style**: Use clear and concise language that reflects a supportive and community-focused tone. Aim for a balance between professionalism and warmth.
   - **Content Focus**: Highlight community impact, express gratitude towards supporters, and encourage participation in events and programs.
   - **Call to Action**: Use motivating language to inspire donations and volunteerism, emphasizing the difference that contributions can make in the lives of local families.

This context profile serves as a foundational guide for creating personalized and effective content for Lake Cities Hope, ensuring alignment with their mission, tone, and community values.

A non-refundable donation of $100.00 will be required within 5 days of your vendor application being approved. 
The application fee is for 1 season of the new Lake Dallas Trade Days. It will take place weekly from April 15 until at least October 28.

Vender Application

<p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;box-sizing:inherit;-webkit-touch-callout:none;-webkit-user-select:none">First name</span> <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{lastname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;box-sizing:inherit;-webkit-touch-callout:none;-webkit-user-select:none">Last name</span>,</p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Thank you for participating as a vendor in the Lake Cities Trade Days</p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">📭   at First Baptist Church, Lake Dallas, 307 S Lake Dallas Dr., Lake Dallas.</p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Your ticket is your permit for the season. </p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p>As a reminder, you must fill out the  Market Release and email it to infolakecitieshope@gmail.com no later than 5 days before your first Saturday in attendance. </p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><a href="https://docs.google.com/file/d/1Ui-U6ELTYxUB-UkEs_aqc7Ifu6sUkKU1/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword">Market Release</a></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Kind regards.</p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">Kristy Bleau</p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">lakecitieshope@gmail.com</p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit">9402209894</p>

<p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%">Lake Cities Trade Days is an opportunity to elevate the neighbors of the lake cities through a community market. </p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%"><br /></p><div><strong>How much is the application fee and what is it for? </strong></div><div>A non-refundable donation fee of $100.00 will be required within 5 days of your vendor application being approved. </div><div>The application fee is for 1 season of the new Lake Cities Trade Days. It will take place weekly, April 15 until October 14. The Lake Cities Trade Days will be located at First Baptist Church Lake Dallas 307 S Lake Dallas Dr., Lake Dallas. </div><div>Applications are reviewed and renewed yearly. </div><div>Your donation supports the programs of Lake Cities Hope a registered 501c3.</div><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%"><span>There are a limited number of spaces so please return your application and payment early. To eliminate</span></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%"><span>saturation of same items sold, we will also limit the number of vendors in each category.</span></p><div>If items require special consideration, please contact the event committee at infolakecitieshope@gmail.com.  </div><div>All vendor fees MUST be paid in advance. </div><div>Donations will NOT be accepted day of event. </div><div>Vendors will receive email confirmation, with a payment link or notice of decline within two weeks of application submission.<br />Spaces are secured on a first application and payment received basis. There are no guarantees regarding<br />preferences for space locations.</div><div><strong>Online Payments can be made at </strong><span><a href="https://tinyurl.com/TradeDaysvenderpayment">https://tinyurl.com/TradeDaysvenderpayment</a></span></div><p><br /></p><p><span>Our vendors make our market what it is! We encourage vendor attendance. If you miss three consecutive weeks or 6 weeks within the season your contract may be terminated, unless prior approval is granted by the market committee.</span></p><div><span><br /></span></div><div><strong>What about insurance and certificates?</strong></div><div>All food vendors are responsible for meeting Health Dept. and City requirements. </div><div>Food vendors (including egg vendors) are required to show proof of insurance and maintain a health inspection certificate. </div><div>Cottage law vendors will follow cottage law guidelines and recommendations. </div><div>Dog treat and dog food vendors will be required to show proof of insurance.</div><div>"Activity" vendors will be required to show proof of insurance. </div><div>Egg vendors must follow Texas laws and meet Health Dept and City Requirements.</div><div><br /></div><div><strong>I am a non profit do I need to pay the application fee?</strong></div><div>If the applicant is a non-profit organization looking to provide free goods or services, they may apply as such, providing a copy of their IRS Affirmation Letter and 501(c)(3) EIN. Non profits may apply for one free week per month. Additional weeks may be applied for at a rate of $5.00 donation per week to Lake Cities Hope. </div><div><br /></div><div>In order to process this application, please ensure that all fields are filled in and that all information is<br />accurate.<br /><br /><strong>Where is my issued application valid?</strong><br />The applicant understands that the issued application is only valid for use on the Lake Cities Trade Days property on which the events have been established.</div><div><br /></div><div><strong>What if I need electricity?</strong></div><div>If the applicant has need of electrical power, they will list the extent of their need on this application. There will be a limited amount of electrical power available to be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Booths needing electrical power will not be in the same space as the non electrical power vendors.</div><div><br /></div><div><strong>What facilities are available?</strong></div><div>This is an outdoor event. We will do everything in our power to keep the market open, but sometimes due to circumstances beyond our control we may be required to close. This may include extreme Texas weather. You will be notified by Facebook or email if the market must close. There will be no refunds for inclement weather or closure due to extreme circumstances. Spaces are secured on a first application and payment received basis. There are no guarantees regarding preferences for space locations.</div><div><br /></div><div><strong>May I have signs?</strong><br />The applicant understands that they are responsible for placement and removal of any signs or<br />promotions relating to their specific business or organization. Signs may only be placed within applicants assigned space. </div><div><br /></div><div><strong>Trash Free Texas! </strong><br />The applicant understands that they are required to dispose of all trash and debris generated by the<br />operation of the  market vendor at the end of each day of operation.</div><div><br /></div><div><strong>What do I do with my certificate?</strong><br />The applicant agrees to display their Lake Cities Trade Days Permit during the days and times in which they are operating as a vendor for the Lake Cities Trade Days. </div><div><br /></div><div><strong>Let Kindness Rule! </strong><br />The applicant agrees to follow the Lake Cities Trade Days Code of Conduct. The applicant understands that failure to adhere to the Lake Cities Trade Days Code of Conduct, or failure to provide full and accurate information on this application can result in the revoking of one’s Lake Cities Trade Days Vendor Certificate</div><div><strong><br /></strong></div><div><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> All applications and payment must be received no later than the Monday prior to the date of the Saturday event.</div><div><br /></div><div><strong>Wait! I want to Sponsor for a season! </strong></div><div>Sponsorship is available for $200 for a season. Sponsorship includes:</div><div>* logo on all promotional materials </div><div>* Space reserved for the entire season- spaces may be designated to approved non-profits "This space made available by..."</div><p><br /></p><p>All information in this application is subject to change without notice.</p><div><br /></div><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%"><br /></p><p style="width:100%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%"><br /></p>

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