Date: July 25, 2008
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Address: 1019 W Douglas
Live dance performance and silent auction with all proceeds go to the Wichita Children's Home.
Date: June 19th-21st, 2008
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm on the 19th and 20th, 9:00am - 1:00pm on the 21st
Fill it up for Charity!
We will be having a HUGE rummage sale featuring the following items:
- Props
- Fixtures
- Furniture
- Unique Items
- Christmas Decor
Date: Sunday, June 8th, 2008
Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Parking Lot Event @ Clifton Square, 3700 E Douglas, Wichita KS.
Benefit for the WICHITA CHILDRENS HOME (Click here to view the event flyer)
Donations accepted, Suggested items include some of the following: (Click here for more about donations)
- cash
- diapers, wipes
- adult size underwear/socks
- personal items (deodorant, shampoo, lotion, linens)
- pots & pans
- puzzles (1000 piece)
Musicians Include the following with Sounds By AL:
- Wayne & Arthetta Long - Americana/Roots/Fold
- Nieves
- Moreland & Arbuckle - Delta & Hill Country Blues
- Kathy Roush - Smooth Jazz
- Tom Page - Flatpick/Americana
- The Chosen Folk - Variety
- Cousin Midge - Traditional
Activities for kids include Moonwalk, Clowns, and Face Painting with free Popcorn, slushies, and balloons. Register to win Prizes(Drawing will be at the end of the day, you do not need to be present to win) Bring Lawn Chair, Blankets, Umbrella, Hat, and a Smile.
Parking: Clifton Square parking lot will be blocked the day of event - please park on
the streets North and West of the square. Happiness Plaza , St. James Church, Victory in
the Valley, and Scientology
Center are making their parking lots available for your
convenience. Parking will be available in the main parking lot for: Handicapped
individuals w/ valid placard.
Strollers and Bicycles welcome. No Scooters or
Skateboards PLEASE.
EVENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY: CLIFTON SQUARE MERCHANTS - ( Bay Leaf Café, Garden Reflections, Victoria’s Tea Room, Painted Cottage, East Wichita News, Leslie Elving, L.A., Barcelona Hair Salon, Classic Alterations, Salon Bubblegum, Arthetta F. Long, C.P.A., Plaza Nine Ltd., Jacques Design
"We get by with a little help from our friends."
Rock and roll legend Joe Cocker performed for over 5,000 fans Saturday, April 12 at the Kansas Coliseum. Guests at the special fund raiser hosted by local philanthropists Paula and Barry Downing were treated to an evening of great music, including opening act, Mike Finnigan and the Phantom Blues Band, food and fun all in the name of charity.
The Wichita Children's Home is proud to be a beneficiary of this worthwhile event. As Executive Director, Sarah Robinson stated, “This concert will provide safety for children in crisis and hope for their future.”
The Wichita Children's Home thanks the Downing Concert Series for allowing the Home to be part of this very special evening, ensuring that children the Wichita Children's Home stands ready 24/7 to care for children in need of a safe haven.
Visit the 2008 "Fore the Kids" Golf Tournament Photo Gallery!
Date: Monday, May 19th, 2008
Tournament Location: Crestview Country Club
1000 N. 127th St. East
Wichita, Kansas 67230
Play a round of golf where every golfer wins as you play “Fore the Kids.” The doors at the Wichita Children's Home stood ready to provide a safety zone for 2,462 children in Fiscal Year 2007. With your help, we are able to help children whose time and options are running out. So, please register now to compete in this year’s tourney. Remember, it’s not whether you win or lose, it’s why you play!
Click here to view the brochure for this event!
There will be a special appearance by Woody Austin, PGA Touring Professional, on the 17th Hole: A two-time winner, Woody has been on the tour for 13 years and will play the 17th hole with each team on the North Course!
Please contact the Development Department for registration information by calling 684-6581, ext. 217.
Consider supporting the tournament and our children through a sponsorship:
Click here to find out more about Sponsorship Opportunities for this event.
Date: Sunday, May 18th
Location: Crestview Country Club
1000 N. 127th St. East
Wichita, Kansas 67230
Golf Clinic with Woody Austin begins at 5:30pm
Dinner begins at 7pm
In addition to the May 19th Tournament, we will host a special evening with PGA golf pro, Woody Austin. Coming off the best season of his career, with a victory, a runner-up in the PGA Championship, a spot on The Presidents Cup team, a 17th-place finish in the FedExCup and his most earnings in one season...
Woody Austin has generously offered to spend the evening with us. First, he will conduct a mini-golf clinic and then visit with everyone at a reception following the clinic. Immediately following the reception a dinner will be served at which time Woody and his wife Shannon will enlighten us about his life on the professional circuit after his amazing year and entertain questions. The highest bidder in a one-time live auction will experience, along with two friends, a round of golf at the Wichita Country Club with Woody. An offering of fabulous live and silent auction items will be available for bid during the evening. Please join us for a fun, relaxing evening. Who knows, you might even pick up a tip that could improve your game at the 25th Annual Tournament on Monday May 19th.
Bid on one of our two fabulous Live Auction Prizes:
-
Round of golf for three with Woody Austin at Wichita Country Club
- Pebble Beach trip for two courtesy of Lexus Champions for Charities
Click here for additional information.
Remember, it’s not whether you win or lose, it’s why you play!
Last year, there were 7,000 reports off child abuse and neglect in Sedgwick County. During the month of April, the Wichita Children's Home hosts a wide range of seminars, luncheons, and banquets in an effort to increase awareness of these issues in our community. The events play an important role in helping the community cope with this serious and ongoing problem, and business and individual support are vital in continuing this valuable program. Sponsorships help us to offset the costs of marketing materials and event expenses.
Visit the 2007 Cars for Kids Photo Gallery!
Thank you to the Wichita Auto Dealers Association for making our 5th annual Cars for Kids gala a stellar success. Guests enjoyed an evening of music, live and silent auctions and the chance to win a new car while enjoying Wichita’s largest new car showroom. With over 900 guests Cars for Kids raised $125,000 for the Wichita Children's Home. The generosity of WADA, sponsors, the many organizations and individuals who donated to the auctions and guests ensure that the Wichita Children's Home stands ready to provide shelter for more than 2,500 each year in need of a safe haven during their time of crisis.
While working with children in need is extremely rewarding, it can be emotionally and physically draining for the 125 staff members at the Wichita Children's Home. Each year, the Home hosts three events to reward and uplift it's staff for their hard work, dedication, and continuing care for our community's children.
Recognition Banquet:
This annual April event rewards long-term employees celebrating anniversaries and exemplary performance.
Staff Picnic
This event is traditionally held in June at Watson Park.
Christmas Party
This celebration is held at the Wichita Children's Home each December
The Home's staff appreciation budget is often at risk as other needs prove more pressing. However, we do feel it is vital to recognize the efforts of our staff and, as a result, continue to seek the support of the community in doing so. Sponsorship packages for these staff appreciation events help offset the cost of the event, and provide an opportunity for local businesses and individuals to contribute to the Home's success.
Click here to find out more about Sponsorship Opportunities for these events.
For more information on sponsoring an event or about the events themselves, contact us here.
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