With more and more people moving to Clarksville, we thought sharing some easy recipes and moving day meals would be a great idea. A member of our team loves to create new and exciting recipes to try at home. These are a few recipes that require little preparation, time, and supplies. Perfect for when you are in the midst of packing or unpacking.
Let us know how your dish turned out! Recipes by Danielle Komisars, Millan Enterprises Community Manager
Moving to the Clarksville, TN area? Millan Enterprises is here to help find the perfect rental for you. We have properties ranging from apartments to single-family homes located across Clarksville and the Fort Campbell area.
Check out our available properties and schedule a showing today!
The Screaming Eagle Foundation is Millan Enterprises’ non-profit highlight of the month! We are excited to be able to support this organization in multiple ways during the month of May.
The Screaming Eagle Foundation provides support to soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division and their families, offers several scholarship opportunities, and supports various Fort Campbell charities and philanthropic events.
Screaming Eagle Support Program
The Screaming Eagle Support Program (SESP) focuses on offering help to junior enlisted families who struggle to make ends meet due to unforeseen circumstances and emergencies. This support program is funded through generous donations from members of the 101st Airborne Division Association. Soldiers are able to apply for consideration by submitting documentation and a memorandum found on the SEF website.
Screaming Eagle Surviving Children’s Scholarship
In partnership with the Patriot Foundation, the SEF offers scholarships for secondary education and future use scholarships. These scholarships are eligible for surviving children of Soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell units who have been killed or severely wounded since September 11, 2001 in the Global War on Terror.
Since 2001, the foundation has provided over $750,000 in scholarships!
The foundation is currently accepting 2020 applications through June 12, 2020. Eligibility requirements and how to apply may be found on their website.
Along with the SEF Surviving Children’s Scholarship, they provide scholarships open to students who have the potential to become assets to our nation and plan to obtain a degree in one of the physical sciences, medical or scientific research fields.
Other Charity and Philanthropy Support
The SEF continues to show support to those of the 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell community by participating in other charity fundraising and philanthropic activities. These events include the annual Eric Yates 5K Memorial Run, donation of funds to the Fort Campbell YMCA and Fisher House, and donation of equipment to the local Clarksville Buddy Ball baseball fields.
Millan Enterprises Donates to the Screaming Eagle Foundation This Memorial Day Weekend, Millan Enterprises partnered with the Screaming Eagle Foundation to help raise money and awareness of their scholarships and programs. With the efforts of a social media campaign, Millan Enterprises donated $250.00 to the Screaming Eagle Foundation. Our team was excited to help support a local non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping support the families of fallen 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell soldiers. Creating this campaign for the Memorial Day Weekend placed an emphasis on what this holiday truly means and allowed followers to be included in making an impact for this local organization.
With dreams of a grand luxurious kitchen with natural light, tremendous storage, and plenty of counter space - we know that our reality doesn’t always match our dreams. Most of us make due with a small, space-limiting kitchen, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make the most of it! With these genius tips and tricks, Millan Enterprises can help you take advantage of every space in your rental kitchen.
Utilize Underneath Your Sink
Yes, it sounds obvious but hear us out - there are many ways to make the best use of your under the sink storage!
Stackable, clear storage bins are the perfect way to organize your daily necessities. Lazy Susans can help organize your cleaning supplies for easy access. Stop wasting time searching for that one cleaner lost in the black abyss.
Photo by: DIY Crafts & Home
Think About the Space Around Your Refrigerator
This is perfect for all kitchens. I mean, we all have refrigerators! The obvious is taking advantage of the space above the refrigerator, but have you thought about the sides?
Photo by: The Kitchn
These easy DIY shelves rest on the top of your refrigerator and provide extra storage space for spices and household goods, while providing the ability to hang oven mitts and more!
If your fridge is situated against a wall, don’t worry! There is also a great DIY rolling storage rack that easily slides between a wall and the refrigerator.
Hang Pegboards - ALL OVER
Have a lot of cooking spatulas, pots, pans and more, taking up valuable counter and cabinet space? Try hanging them up. By using pegboard, you can have access to plenty of storage places on your walls, with minimal nails required.
Photo by: Ikea
Curtain Rods are Your Friend
Curtain rods can be used in abundance around the kitchen. You can use them to hang coffee mugs on the wall by your espresso machine. You can use them to hang household cleaners under your cabinets. You can even use them to separate tupperware containers or baking pans in drawers or shelves. Get creative and get organized!
Photo by: Better Homes
High Storage Access
Think higher! Do you have items you only use occasionally, but they take up so much storage? That baking mixer, turkey pan, or your mom’s casserole dish you don’t want to break? Put them on display up high and get them out of your way.
This DIY shelf works perfectly above your kitchen cabinets.
Photo By: Simple Life of A Lady
Or keep it simple and add decorative baskets to store additional items in a clean and decorative way.
Cabinet Doors = More Than Decoration
Simple organizational items can help make your cabinet doors more than just decoration. By placing these racks on the back of your cabinet door, you can store pot lids, miscellaneous items, produce items, cleaning supplies or whatever you can imagine! What a great use of space.
Photo by: The Container Store
While still thinking of that incredible custom kitchen of your dreams, take advantage of the space you currently have! Think outside the box and get creative.
Need more inspiration? Check out our Pinterest page for more tips and tricks!
This month’s non-profit highlight is Big Brother Big Sisters of Clarksville. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville provides children facing adversity with strong, professionally supported, one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Photo of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville’s logo.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville was established in 1975 through a local interest group originating from Harriet Cohn Mental Health Center and Grace Lutheran Church. Today a volunteer board of directors oversees the agency.
Dr. Eric Norman, President of the Board of Directors, at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville, is passionate about Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Clarksville and the effects it can have on a child in the program and to the families. He states, “This is a service where you can see the immediate impact by volunteering your time, talents, and treasures. You can see it in each child’s eyes as they are with their Big. Plus, you see the relief and happiness when they see their child with the BBBS volunteer.”
What does it mean to be a Big Brother or a Big Sister?
Being a Big Brother or a Big Sister allows the opportunity to bring “magic” to a child’s life by being a friend to them. Big Brothers and Sisters don’t need experience, money, or a degree, and they are not expected to be a substitute parent or teacher.
Photo of Little Brother Isaiah (left) and Big Sister Renee (right.)
Renee is a soccer player and student at Austin Peay State University. Renee was matched with a Little Brother Isaiah in 2019. The two matched in the school-based program, where they meet once a week during the school day at Isaiah’s elementary school. “Renee helps her Little Brother with homework and also helps him see alternative ways to react in intense or scary situations,” says Chris Buerck. One of the biggest rewards Renee gets out of the process of being a Big Sister is “I see Isaiah laugh and have a good time and get to be himself.”
Who are the Little Brothers and Little Sisters?
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville provides service to children in the following age groups:
School-Based Program
Operated in select CMCSS schools
Meet at the school during the day for one hour each week
Children are 1st-5th grade
Teacher, school counselor or parent can refer the child
Community-Based Program
Matches go out into the community for meetings
Meet for an hour a week or 2-3 hours every other week
Children are ages 6-15
Parent/guardian refers child
Chris Buerck says, “Studies show that just one steady adult relationship can help a child overcome adverse experiences and build resilience, which in turn helps them grow strong or successful.” To enroll your children in the programs or to learn more about the programs contact Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clarksville!
How can you be involved?
First, you can volunteer with the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Clarksville. View their website to find the best volunteer program for you! Once you find the right program for you, contact them, and they will begin the process. Secondly, you can donate to the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Clarksville. Lastly, you can attend the events they host!
“The Big Brother Big Sisters mentorships provide individualized experiences and learning opportunities for all involved. Through this service, bonds can be developed between the big and little and positive relationships will be forged that will last a lifetime,” says Dr. Eric Norman. “I think spending time and talking with children is extremely underrated because everyone forgets how much you can learn from them,” says Renee, “they force you to see the full picture.” Become involved in the Clarksville community, and help the cause to bring “magic” to a child’s life.
Don’t let social distancing get you down while indoors. If you are feeling bored at home and looking for creative activities, this is the list for you! Here are some great things you can do while you #StayHome.
Hey, don’t give us that look… while you’re cooped up, you now have the time to take online classes from Ivy League schools. The best part is, they are being offered for free! Let’s get those brain juices flowing. Find a subject you are interested in and sign up for a course on Class Central today! Be sure to read your course description to find out what type of materials, time commitments and requirements are required for each class.
#2 Arts & Crafts (For the Kids)
Arts and crafts will surely keep your kids entertained for a little while. Take a quick trip to Clarksville, TN’s local HorseFeathers Pottery Studio and pick up an “Art To Go Project” for your little ones. Or simply use items around your home to paint Easter themed artwork or make macaroni necklaces. Head to our Pinterest Board to get inspired.
You don’t have to have all the fancy camping items to actually go camping these days. Bring back your childhood memories and make a campsite in your living room while gazing up at the glow-in-the-dark stars. If you have little ones, you can incorporate fun camping foods and camping crafts to keep them entertained! Get ready for tent forts, ghost stories, and faux fires made out of toilet paper rolls. Don’t forget the s’mores!
Grab a bag of popcorn, your favorite soda (or wine) and relax inside your “home theatre”. Netflix now has Netflix Party, which can be downloaded on your computer or laptop to chat with your friends during a movie or t.v. show. It may not be the same as hanging out in person, but it’s a fun alternative to kick-off social distancing.
Being stuck inside doesn’t mean that you can’t partake in all of the activities you love. Virtual tours provide an opportunity to travel around the world, all from the comfort of your own couch! You can see everything from live footage of animals in zoos, Frida Kahlo in the art galleries, and even “ride” amusement attractions! Which activity will you choose from?
Museums aren’t your thing, but working out is? Well, you’re in luck! Clarksville’s local Planet Fitness is offering home workouts free to the public! They will be live-streaming these videos on their Facebook page daily.
Mrs. Dirksen, a Clarksville Academy teacher, is offering cooking lessons on her YouTube Channel.
For all the homeowners or renters, this one's for you. Do you need new household items or furniture? We’ve got you covered with all the DIY ideas, just head to our Pinterest board! Now is the time to work on your DIY skills or put your significant other’s skills to the test.
The coronavirus pandemic is affecting businesses in a variety of ways. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act just passed by Congress is intended to assist small business owners with their needs. With our small business owner tenants in mind, Millan Enterprises, LLC. is here for you with the information you need.
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) may be the right fit for you, if you are looking to retain employees. This program would provide cash-flow assistance through 100 percent federally guaranteed loans to employers who maintain their payroll during this emergency. Small businesses and other entities will be able to apply if they were harmed by COVID-19 between February 15, 2020, and June 30, 2020. The program would be retroactive to February 15, 2020, in order to help bring workers who may have already been laid off back onto payrolls. Loans are available for application submission through June 30, 2020.
These are the businesses and entities that are eligible for the PPP Loan:
Businesses and entities must have been in operation on February 15, 2020.
Small business concerns, as well as any business concern, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, a 501(c)(19) veterans organization, or Tribal business concern described in section 31(b)(2)(C) that has fewer than 500 employees, or the applicable size standard in number of employees for the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) industry as provided by SBA, if higher.
Individuals who operate a sole proprietorship or as an independent contractor and eligible self-employed individuals.
Any business concern that employs not more than 500 employees per physical location of the business concern and that is assigned a NAICS code beginning with 72, for which the affiliation rules are waived.
Affiliation rules are also waived for any business concern operating as a franchise that is assigned a franchise identifier code by the Administration, and company that receives funding through a Small Business Investment Company.
Ease your fears about keeping up with payments on your current or potential SBA loan
The Small business Debt Relief Program can provide immediate relief to small businesses with non-disaster SBA loans, in particular 7(a), 504, and microloans. Under it, SBA will cover all loan payments on these SBA loans, including principal interest, and fees, for six months. This relief will also be available to new borrowers who take out loans within six months of the President signing the bill into law.
SBA Loans eligible for debt relief under this program do not include:
7(a) loans not made under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), 504 loans, and microloans. Disaster loans are also not eligible.
The Economic Injury Disaster Advance Loan can provide an emergency advance of up to $10,000 to small businesses and private non-profits harmed by COVID-19 within three days of applying for a SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). The advance does not need to be repaid under any circumstances.
Eligibility for an EIDL are the following with 500 or fewer employees:
Sole proprietorships, with or without employees
Independent contractors
Cooperatives and employee owned businesses
Tribal small businesses
Small business concerns and small agricultural cooperatives that meet the applicable size standard for SBA are also eligible, as well as most private non-profits of any size
If you are in need of a business counselor to help guide you through this uncertain time, you can turn to your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Women’s Business Center (WBC), or SCORE mentorship chapter. Counseling is free and training is low-cost with these partners. The additional funds that Congress provided will help keep this possible. Mentorship through SCORE is always free. To find a local resource partner, visit https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance/find/.
