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The Blind Childrens Center is an official charity of the LA Marathon.
May 27, 2009
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
PR Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
Runners hit the streets for the Blind Childrens Center
LOS ANGELES, CA - On Monday, May 25, 2009, runners and walkers took to the streets of Los Angeles in the LA Marathon and 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Blind Childrens Center. Thirty volunteers came out to cheer on our fifteen athletes. While the athletes are still collecting donations, almost $1,700 has already been raised to benefit the Center. The Blind Childrens Center is an official charity of the LA Marathon.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through first grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
SCBA #: 3188010-934 CH
Runners and walkers took to the streets of Los Angeles in the LA Marathon and 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Blind Childrens Center.
Blind Childrens Center, 4120 Marathon Street, Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 664-2153
(323) 665-3828 FAX
www.blindchildrenscenter.org
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April 20, 2009
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
PR Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
Groundbreaking at the Blind Childrens Center
Groundbreaking on a $900k expansion of the Center
LOS ANGELES, CA -
Today, the Blind Childrens Center embarked on a new phase
in its 70 year life span. Groundbreaking on a $900k expansion of the
Center occurred at a ceremony held at 10 A.M. Attendees included Tom
Sullivan, blind actor and athlete, members of the Board of Directors
and several students. Midge Horton, Executive Director, thanked the guests
in attendance and acknowledged those donors who made the expansion possible.
Two special donors included Isabella and Jennifer, students in the first grade
class. They sold toys and donated their savings to be able to stay at the Center
for second grade.
The Center is still fundraising for this expansion which includes new classrooms for the kindergarten and first grade, an adapted hallway, renovated restrooms and new flooring for the lobby and dining areas. This phase of the project is scheduled for completion by September 2009.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children who are blind or visually impaired have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through first grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
SCBA #: 3188010-934 CH
Blind Childrens Center, 4120 Marathon Street, Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 664-2153
(323) 665-3828 FAX
www.blindchildrenscenter.org
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March 6, 2009
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
PR Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
Cyclists Ride For The Blind Childrens Center
Cyclists ride for the Blind Childrens CenterLOS ANGELES, CA -
On Wednesday, March 4, 2009, three cyclists stopped by the Blind Childrens Center
on their journey from San Francisco to San Diego. Dylan Cannon, 26, of San
Francisco, along with friends Justin Miller, 26 of San Francisco and Alex Taborek,
27, of San Diego are riding their bikes to raise money for the Blind Childrens
Center. During their break from riding, the cyclists were able to meet some
of the children and enjoy a little playtime.
Dylan Cannon came up with the idea while cycling around Ireland in the Summer of 2008. “I wanted to raise money for a worthy cause. Something local, in California, and a charity that benefitted disabled children.” Finding himself with some free time, Dylan decided to take on this challenge. He set up a fundraising page on Firstgiving.com. Their initial goal was $500, asking friends and family to pledge $1.00 per day for their projected 10 day journey. To their surprise they have raised $2,359, almost 5 times their original goal. “We were shocked to see the response to our ride,” says Dylan, “it’s great that we were able to raise so much money in a little over a month.” The three friends plan to end their ride in San Diego on Saturday.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through first grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
SCBA #: 3188010-934 CH
Blind Childrens Center, 4120 Marathon Street, Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 664-2153
(323) 665-3828 FAX
www.blindchildrenscenter.org
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February 13, 2009
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
PR Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
Delta Gammas Host Valentine’s Party For The Blind Childrens Center
Delta Gammas Host Valentine’s Party For The
Blind Childrens Center
LOS ANGELES, CA - On Friday, February 13, 2009, Delta Gammas from throughout Southern California hosted a Valentine’s Party for the children of the Blind Childrens Center.
The ladies brought healthy snacks and lots of Valentine’s cards and crafts for the kids to enjoy. The party was coordinated by the Delta Gamma Glendale/Burbank alumnae chapter. Volunteers from the following collegiate chapters came to play with the kids: Cal State Long Beach, Loyola Marymount University, UCLA and USC.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through first grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
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January 12, 2009
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
PR Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
Golfers Take To The Course For The Children
SAN GABRIEL, CA - On Thursday, January 8, 2009, eleven dedicated golfers hit the course at the San Gabriel Country Club to raise money for the Blind Childrens Center. These golfers had a tall order to raise at least $3,000 each for their day of golf.
The day began at sunrise with breakfast, followed by a round of golf. After a short break for lunch, the golfers resumed play for another 18 holes, concluding with a dinner buffet and awards presentation.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through First Grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
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December 17, 2008
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
PR Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
Santa Claus and His Elves (LAPD Rampart and R&I Officers) Provide Young Blind Children with Gifts, Food, and Fun at the Annual Holiday Party With Santa
LOS ANGELES, CA - The 37th annual Holiday Party with Santa was held on Friday, December 12, 2008 at the Blind Childrens Center. The party was kicked off by Santa arriving in a police car with lights flashing and sirens blazing. Santa was greeted by the Center’s children, parents and staff who helped unload the vans full of toys donated by the officers and staff of the Rampart and Records & Identification Divisions of the Los Angeles Police Department.
The Holiday program included visits with Santa, entertainment by the classes and a special performance by Center alumna, Karen Arcos. A special addition to this year’s program was the presentation of a Braille embosser/printer by the Lions Clubs of the greater San Gabriel Valley. This printer will enable the teacher of the visually impaired to easily convert lessons into Braille. These adaptations are essential for teaching in the Kindergarten and First Grade classes. The following Lions Clubs pooled their funds to donate this special equipment to the Center: Alhambra, American Asian, Arcadia Chinese, City of Industry, City of Industry Royal, East Valley, Golden, Hacienda Heights Dynasty, Montebello, Montebello Park Dynasty, Rosemead, Rowland Heights, San Gabriel Taiwanese, San Marino and Whittier Host Lions Clubs.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through First Grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
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October 31, 2008
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
PRESS RELEASE
Les Marraines Auxiliary Host Halloween Luncheon Benefitting Blind Childrens Center
LOS ANGELES, CA - The 15th annual Les Marraines Halloween luncheon benefitting the Blind Childrens Center of Los Angeles was held on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at the Olympic Collection Hotel. This year’s Halloween themed luncheon featured a raffle, unique boutique and entertainment by Michael Cladis.
Les Marraines, which means Godmothers, is an auxiliary group whose goal is to raise money for childrens charities. Along with the luncheon, the auxiliary hosts a white elephant gift exchange during the winter holidays to raise additional funds. The Blind Childrens Center has been Les Marraines designated charity for the past 15 years.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through 1st grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
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October 24, 2008
MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
PRESS RELEASE
LAPD Centurions Host Picnic For
Blind Childrens Center Families
LOS ANGELES, CA - The Los Angeles Police Department’s Centurions football team sponsored a “Fall Family Picnic” for the Blind Childrens Center families on Thursday, October 23, 2008. In addition to cooking and serving food for the children, the team also presented the Center with a check for $4,000.
The Centurions football team is a non profit organization whose goal is to play football to raise money for the Blind Childrens Center of Los Angeles. Through the Centurions efforts, more than $500,000 has been raised over the past 29 years. The Centurions are sworn LAPD officers who compete during their off time in a regional football conference against other police and fire agencies in the Western United States.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through 1st grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
PRESS RELEASE
Blind Childrens Center President of Board of Directors Elected
Burbank resident, Carolyn Newberry was elected President of the Board of Directors
of the Blind Childrens Center at their annual meeting on Monday, September
22, 2008.
Carolyn came to the Blind Childrens Center in 1993 as a guest of past president,
Sue Shields. She has volunteered in the classroom, 2-3 days a week, for the
past 15 years.
Carolyn has always been interested in the education of young children. When her own children were in school, Carolyn volunteered in their classrooms, moving on to assisting autistic children in the public schools for four years. After arriving at the Blind Childrens Center, she began working with preschoolers, moving on to the Kindergarten classroom when the program was added in 2005.
Besides volunteering in the classroom, Carolyn is a member of the Board of Directors golf committee. This committee assists the Blind Childrens Center staff with their annual Celebrity Golf Classic, held at the Riviera Country Club.
Carolyn is passionate about the children and the programs at the Blind Childrens Center. We look forward to her leadership over the next two years.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through 1st grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Cher Serhal
Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator
(323) 664-2153 Ext. 336
PRESS RELEASE
Blind Childrens Center Graduate Receives Robert Stack Award
On Monday September 22nd, Mrs. Rosemarie Stack, widow of actor Robert Stack, presented the Robert Stack Achievement Award at the Blind Childrens Center’s Annual Meeting. This prestigious award honors Robert Stack’s service and dedication to the Center.
The award, which is given to a graduate of the Blind Childrens Center for recognition of excellence, was presented to Kyra Sweeney.
Kyra attended the Blind Childrens Center from 1995-1999. Though born blind, Kyra has always shown tremendous independence, even as a little girl. As Carolyn Newberry, a volunteer for many years and our new Board president stated, she was always an “independent soul.”
Currently, Kyra is in 9th Grade at Santa Monica High School. She began piano lessons at four years old, progressing to the flute at 10 years old. Recently, she was one of 30 flute students who performed with James Galway at the Hollywood Bowl. In addition to music, she is also gifted academically, becoming a finalist seven times in the National Braille Challenge.
The Blind Childrens Center is a non profit family-centered agency devoted to helping children, who are blind or visually impaired, have the best quality and most productive lives possible. The Center’s programs and services help the children, from infants through 1st grade, acquire skills and build their independence.
We have many more inspirational stories just like Kyra. Please contact Cher Serhal for more information.
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