Submitted by Patrick Propst
For The Reporter
SERVE Noblesville, your friendly neighborhood do-gooders, are bidding farewell to 2023 with a twinkle in their eyes and a bag full of holiday cheer. The past year has been better than a one-horse open sleigh, and SERVE Noblesville is here to spread the love and laughter with a wrap-up that’s as funny and whimsical as a snowman trying to do the cha-cha.
COME Together Week kicked things off, and we want to send a massive bear hug to the community for showing up in full force. This year, SERVE Noblesville introduced the “Longest Table,” not to be confused with Uncle Dave’s never-ending stories at family gatherings. No, this table brought local nonprofits together for networking and support, creating a gathering of minds sharper than Santa’s naughty-or-nice list.
FUN Fest was, well, a blast! We celebrated the present and the growing diversity within our community. It was so much fun that even Frosty dropped his top hat in excitement. The joy was contagious, and we tip our Santa hats to everyone who made it a truly unforgettable celebration.
SERVE Week was the real MVP, with over 70 projects completed and a whopping 750 volunteers turning out like Santa’s elves on a mission. Together, we painted, fixed, and spread more goodwill than Santa spreads Christmas magic.
But wait, there’s more!
Thanks to the incredible support from the community and our partners, including Temperature Services and Hamilton County Youth Assistance, we were able to install a new furnace and air conditioner for a family in Sheridan. This snowballed into additional home repair work by Christmas in Action for another family in Westfield and a furnace installation by Caribbean Air. It’s like a holiday miracle that keeps on giving!
As we bid adieu to 2023, SERVE Noblesville is gearing up for a spectacular SERVE Celebration on Jan. 5, 2024. Picture confetti cannons, dancing elves, and a party so lively that even Rudolph would join in. Well, maybe not quite that big but they are excited to introduce and invite the community to come join them in their first-ever, family-friendly fundraiser, SERVE Celebration. SERVE Noblesville is excited to bring the community together for a night with great food, fun, and competitive games for all ages while celebrating the bonds that make Noblesville the extraordinary place it is.
They invite everyone to join them at Mojo Sports Complex at Finch Creek from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, where we’ll feast, laugh, and create memories that will last longer than your Aunt Mildred’s fruitcake. Tickets can be purchased in advance at servenoblesville.com. Sponsorships are also still available for businesses that want to offer some holiday cheer – contact SERVE Noblesville at info@servevillage.org.
SERVE Noblesville extends heartfelt gratitude to over 60 businesses and organizations that offered support, and to the masses of neighbors who connected with others, making Noblesville and Hamilton County shine brighter than Rudolph’s nose on Christmas Eve.
Here’s to a whimsical end to 2023 and an even more magical 2024!
Photos provided by SERVE Noblesville