International Balloon Month 2021 #LiftUpSomebody Contest Winners

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Mental Health Awareness – Use balloons to lift up the spirits of people of all ages, and to bring joy to those who need it most during these challenging times.

1st Place: Aerial Bouquets (Chesterfield, Missouri)

“This year Aerial Bouquets decorated an Open Mic Night hosted by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). We have proudly worked with NAMI in the past, and when we saw they were hosting an event during International Balloon Month, we knew we wanted to help! As we all know, balloons have the ability to lift spirits and bring joy to people of all ages! We were thrilled to be able to work with such a great organization, especially during these challenging times.” Hilary Schobert, Social Media Manager, Aerial Bouquets.

Best Child/Family/Pet Photo

1st Place: BlownAway by LettyPlusThree (Long Beach, California)

“I am a single mom of those 3 boys that’s why I named my business BlownAway by lettyplusthree. They are part of my business and why I work so hard I also teach them about compassion and to be kind. They help me pop balloons and dispose of them correctly. We all love balloons, and we love our kids – which is why it is important to share smart balloon practices so they know how to safely use and enjoy them for all their celebrations.” Leticia Diaz, Owner, BlownAway by LettyPlustThree.

Best Child/Family/Pet Photo – Honorable Mention: PaperScapes (Sunbury, Ohio)

“Lift Up” Your Community

1st Place: Paradise Balloon Designs (Bakersfield, California)

“It’s bittersweet to win paying Tribute to the 13 Soldiers killed in Afghanistan. Hopefully posting this pic again will give us all another chance to remember & honor these brave soldiers & their families.” LoraLee Bell, Owner, Paradise Balloon Designs.

“Lift Up” Your Community – Honorable Mention: Aerial Bouquets (Chesterfield, Missouri)

#BeBalloonSmart – Promoting Smart Balloon Practices and the proper use and disposal of balloons.

1st Place: Ace Party Supplies (Moore, Oklahoma)

“By informing our customers on how to safely dispose of their balloons, we are helping to better the environment one balloon at a time!” Mara English, Ace Party Supplies.

#BeBalloonSmart – Honorable Mention: Wishbone Boutique (Sydney, Australia)