News From The Nest

Dress Down Day is March 27th If you haven’t yet heard, the Dress Down Day store is open AND we have all merchandise including both hoodies and quarter zips. Pickup for Dress Down Day apparel will be held: Saturday, March 21st and Sunday, March 22nd – 9 am–noon. Monday, March 23rd, and Tuesday, March 24th – 3 pm–6 pm. SUPERHERO ROCK ‘N’ RUN EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OPENS THIS FRIDAY! Thousands of superheroes join our annual Superhero Challenge/5K, and this Friday, March 20th, y

All month long, local businesses across the Hudson Valley are coming together to support Sparrow’s Nest and the people we serve. From special promotions to community events, there are so many ways to shop local, have fun, and make a meaningful impact. To help you follow along, we’ve created a Month of the Sparrow landing page where you can browse everything happening throughout March. It’s an easy way to discover new businesses, enjoy local events, and support Sparrow’s Nest

THE DRESS DOWN DAY STORE CLOSES TONIGHT! Dress Down Day is March 27th this year and the apparel is flying off the “fake” shelves!!! This is your last chance to order from our online store before it shuts down this month. Once it closes, we’ll place our final inventory order. Any extra pieces will relaunch in mid-March — but quantity will be limited. So if you’ve had your eye on: • A soft spring tee• A long sleeve for those in-between days• Or one of our ridiculously cozy s

Team Sparrow 2026 We have only ONE informational meeting left to learn more about Team Sparrow Memphis. Wednesday, February 4, 6:30 PM – At the Nest If joining Team Sparrow has been on your “maybe someday” list, this is your chance to see how one decision can change your life—and the life of a local person facing cancer. We’re heading to Memphis on December 5th to run in support of people facing cancer and the families we serve. With 3, 6, 13, and 26-mile distances to choose

TEAM SPARROW MEMPHIS 2026 If staying active is one of your goals this year, Team Sparrow is a win on all fronts. You get built-in accountability, a reason to keep showing up, and the kind of feel-good motivation that actually lasts—because your fundraising feeds a person facing cancer for an entire year. Run, walk, or skip (yes, skip) your way through your choice of distance—5K, 10K, half, or full marathon. We’ll train you, cheer you on, and make sure you feel strong and conf

Dear Friend: It’s Giving Tuesday—the day when generosity shows up big and bold. For a small charity like ours, this isn’t just another square on the calendar. This day fuels a huge portion of the meals, comfort, and stability we provide all year long. Please read this email in its entirety so you don’t miss the video at the end. Every week, Sparrow’s Nest delivers homemade meals, fresh produce, desserts, and a whole lot of love to neighbors who are in treatment for cancer. Fo

Team Sparrow This past weekend, over 110 Team Sparrow runners crossed the finish line in Fort Lauderdale, Florida- the grand finale of months of hard work, training and fundraising. They not only put in hundreds of miles over the past few months they raised over $300,000 to support the charity! We are so grateful to each of these men and women who committed themselves to helping fuel our mission by turning miles into meals. If you’d like to learn about how you can join Team

The November 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest Newsletter features information about our famous apple pies. IT’S TIME! It’s the most sought-after volunteer spot of the year — and the link is now LIVE! With more than 300 spots open (yep, more than ever before), we’re hoping it takes more than six hours to fill this time. Spoiler alert: it probably won’t. Here’s what you need to know before signing up: – You must be 18 or older. – You can only sign up one

The October 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest Newsletter features a heartfelt message from founder and Executive Director, Krista Jones. A Note from the Founder Dear Friends, I am still feeling the gratitude from our 2025 Farm to Table Gala. Thanks to your generosity, whether you joined us in person, participated in our silent auction, or supported our Nurture the Nest campaign from home, we raised more than $290,000 before expenses—all to feed and supp

The September 2025 Edition of the “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter features exciting news about our annual Farm to Table Gala. We’re thrilled to announce that the Sparrow’s Nest Silent Auction goes live tonight at 7PM—and you do not need to attend the Gala to join in the fun! Get ready to bid on incredible experiences and items, including: – A week in Las Vegas with a $500 Delta flight credit– A dream vacation with a Marriott gift card– An overnight stay at

The August 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter features exciting news about our annual Farm to Table Gala. Tomorrow’s the Day — Tickets for our Farm to Table Gala go on sale and will sell out fast! Tomorrow morning at 7 AM, tickets for our Farm to Table Gala go live — and for the first time, we’re unveiling the five extraordinary honorees who will be recognized at our event. Help us congratulate the men and women have touched the lives of Sparr

The July 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter features a heartfelt message from founder and Executive Director, Krista Jones. A Note from the Founder Summer has officially landed—and with it, the beautiful chaos. School’s out, routines are upside down, and suddenly parents are responsible for three meals a day (plus 47 snacks if you’ve got kids like mine). For many families, that shift is stressful. But for families in the middle of a cancer dia

The June 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter features a heartfelt message from founder and Executive Director, Krista Jones, about the recurring donation program, Sparrow’s Circle. Sparrow Circle Every week, we knock on more than 130 doors of people facing some of the hardest days of their lives. Cancer doesn’t just bring doctor’s appointments and treatments—it brings fear, exhaustion, and, far too often, an empty dinner table. But then you sho

The May 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter, features information about this year’s Hudson Valley Gives event. Cancer doesn’t take a break—and neither can we.Every week, more Hudson Valley families need our help. On May 21st, we’re asking for yours. It’s the 10th anniversary of Hudson Valley Gives—a one-day fundraiser bringing together hundreds of local nonprofits. And this year, Sparrow’s Nest is joining forces with other incredible grassroot

The April 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter, features an inspirational note from Founder and Executive Director, Krista Jones. A Note from the Founder Before the flowers bloom, it rains, sometimes….ALOT, just like it’s doing now. That’s the deal. Spring doesn’t show up in a blaze of glory—it tiptoes in through that rain. It makes us wait. It tests our patience. But every drop, every gray day, is doing its work—nourishing, strengthening, prepa

The March 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter, features information about the upcoming Superhero Rock ‘N’ Run. Holy savings, Batman! By popular demand, we’re extending our Early Bird Special until Sunday night! The response from our local superheroes has been off the charts, and who are we to stand in the way of superpower greatness? Don’t miss your chance to join the epic Superhero Rock and Run Challenge & 5K at a heroic discount. Suit up and

The February 2025 Edition of “The Chirp”, the official Sparrow’s Nest newsletter, features an inspirational note from Founder and Executive Director, Krista Jones Next week marks a milestone that has been years in the making—one that has been etched in my heart since the very beginning of Sparrow’s Nest. We are expanding our mission to feed anyone facing a cancer diagnosis in Dutchess County. For years, I have carried this dream, fueled by the faces of the families we serve—t

Dress Down Day holds a special place in our hearts at Sparrow’s Nest. Thanks to the sale of over 5,000 pieces of apparel, we’re able to raise more than $100,000 annually—helping us sustain and grow our mission year after year. But buying a shirt goes far beyond fundraising. When you put on a Sparrow’s Nest shirt, you become an ambassador for what we do. It’s not just a really cool, ultra-soft (seriously, the softest yet!) piece of clothing—it’s a statement. Your shirt tells t