An Experience in Generosity with [give] 502!
40 young professionals. $20,000. 36 worthy nonprofits. It sounds like the beginning of a reality TV show, and it is every bit as exciting. The Give 502 organization challenged young professionals to donate $502 each this year so they could pool the money and learn what it means to be major donors in the community.
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Back to School with the Patch!
Do you remember when “back to school” meant freshly sharpened pencils, notebooks, rulers and erasers? The supply lists have grown since then, and it can be hard for families to keep up with the expense! According to The Huffington Post, the average family spent $634.78 on school supplies this year. That’s a significant amount of money for many Patch Parents who live on a tight budget.
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Lessons Carved in Stone
Summer camps have come to an end, and not only have we created a lot of great memories, we have started some new beginnings. Camp participants have had opportunities all summer to try new things and discover new talents. The children have learned computer skills that will help them throughout their school and professional careers, participated in performance opportunities that build confidence, visited college campuses to help make higher education decisions and more!
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Victories Big and Small
What do you think most teenagers look forward to when they think of summer? A break from school, sleeping in, staying up late and lounging by the pool may be the activities that come to mind. But here at The Cabbage Patch, we have a very special group of teens who spend most of the year preparing to challenge themselves mentally, physically and spiritually with a 100 mile biking and camping trip on the C & O Canal Bike Trail!
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So Dramatic!
It’s okay to be a little dramatic with Performing Arts Day Camp! Our children were encouraged to get in touch with their emotions and express them in creative ways as we got into character to put on a theatrical production.
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Sugar and Spice
Sugar and spice and everything nice-that’s what our Cabbage Patch girls are made of! During the Sugar and Spice Day Camp, we explored ways that young women can be confident and informed…and we may have even pampered ourselves a little.
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Look Who is Being Showcased at The Speed!
Get ready for an outstanding art exhibition! From Friday, August 1st through Saturday, October 25th, Local Speed will showcase textile arts made right here at The Cabbage Patch by our talented children. The satellite location of the Speed Art Museum exhibits Working Hands: A Modern Generation Explores the Ancient Craft of Textiles. The exhibition is the culmination of a partnership with the Little Loomhouse. The official opening takes place on Saturday, August 2nd from 1 to 3pm and offers a chance to meet some of the young artists.
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Raising Green on the Green!
When is the last time you enjoyed an exclusive opportunity while supporting a great cause? The Cabbage Patch 2014 Annual Invitational Golf tournament gave golfers a chance to play the renowned Valhalla Golf Club in the last event on site before the PGA Championship!
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Learning the Art of Financial Literacy
Thanks to the support of PNC and State Farm, youth and families at The Cabbage Patch are learning to manage their money through our Financial Literacy program!
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Camp Kids Take the Stage!
Glee Camp helps the children of The Cabbage Patch boost their confidence by creating a friendly, encouraging environment where they can practice their singing skills and perform in front of a crowd. What a beautiful way to make their voices heard!
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