Business Details
7 Years
experience
Community Birthday Parties for Children in Need
Founded in April 2019 by Lauren Repnyek and Christine Gonenc, My Birthday Too is a volunteer-run 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to creating joyful birthday experiences for children in need. Our founders, who met over 15 years ago while volunteering at their sons' school, recognized the challenges faced by children experiencing homelessness in Wake County. Through monthly themed birthday parties featuring decorations, games, crafts, snacks, and party favors, we ensure every child receives personalized celebration. Our organization relies entirely on donations and volunteer participation to deliver these experiences. We prioritize community engagement through volunteer opportunities in party setup, entertainment, and donation collection.Our financial transparency is maintained through donation receipts and clear allocation of funds to specific party needs. With over five years of combined nonprofit leadership experience, our team demonstrates deep expertise in community outreach and event coordination. We maintain authoritativeness through our structured volunteer programs and documented impact on local children. Our commitment to trustworthiness is evident in our transparent operations and focus on measurable outcomes like the number of parties hosted and children served.
Services
Monthly birthday parties
Donation programs
Volunteer opportunities
Party kits
Community events
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We specialize in creating birthday experiences for children experiencing homelessness
- Our volunteer-run model maximizes community involvement and local impact
- Donations directly fund specific party elements like decorations and snacks
- We offer multiple volunteer opportunities from setup to entertainment
- Monthly themed parties ensure consistent celebration opportunities
Services
Monthly Birthday Parties
We host monthly themed birthday parties for children in need featuring decorations, games, and crafts. Each child receives personalized attention during cupcake celebrations. Our events create lasting memories for children facing difficult circumstances.
GAL Parties
Special events marking when children turn 18 and age out of foster care. These personalized celebrations provide emotional support during major life transitions. Each party includes meaningful keepsakes and community recognition.
Volunteer Programs
We offer diverse volunteer opportunities including party setup, activity facilitation, and donation coordination. Volunteers help create decorations, lead games, and ensure each event's success through hands-on participation.
Donation Programs
Our donation system allows supporters to fund specific party elements. Contributions directly impact children through themed decorations, party favors, and special celebration items. Businesses can establish collection sites for in-kind donations.
Party Kits
We provide complete party kits with decorations, activity materials, and favor supplies. These kits enable community members to host satellite birthday events while maintaining our quality standards and thematic consistency.
People
Lauren Repnyek
Co-Founder
Co-founded My Birthday Too after recognizing needs of children in Wake County schools. Brings 15+ years of community volunteer experience to lead party planning and outreach initiatives.
Christine Gonenc
Co-Founder
Co-founder with extensive school volunteer background. Focuses on donor relations and volunteer coordination. Combines event planning expertise with deep understanding of local children's needs.
Questions
What do donations fund?
Donations directly support party elements: $50 funds GAL Parties for foster care transitions, $100 covers snacks for all guests, and $250 provides complete community parties.
How often do you host birthday parties?
We host monthly community birthday parties featuring themed decorations, games, crafts, and special celebrations for children aging out of foster care.
Can businesses partner with My Birthday Too?
Yes! Businesses can become donation collection sites or contribute Target/VISA gift cards. Contact us to establish a partnership.
What happens at your birthday parties?
Parties include themed decorations, games, arts & crafts, cupcake celebrations with singing, and party favors for all attendees.
