Patch Parent Thankful for New Car Courtesy of Oxmoor This Holiday Season
This Thanksgiving season, Oxmoor Auto Group, Progressive Insurance and The National Auto Body Council (NABC) teamed up through a nationwide community service project called Recycled Rides to repair and donate a refurbished car to a deserving local family. For the second year in a row, they reached out to The Cabbage Patch to find the lucky recipient!
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What Makes The Patch’s College Scholars Program Different?
Do you know what makes The Cabbage Patch College Scholars program different from other scholarship programs?
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Fall Festival Fun!
Halloween can be downright scary! We’re not talking about ghost and goblins, but rather the dangers of children being out after dark. It’s a tradition at The Cabbage Patch to provide our members with a safe alternative to trick or treating so Patch Parents don’t have to worry about things like distracted motorists, candy allergies and other things that go bump in the night! But what do the kids at The Patch think about trading trick or treating for our Fall Festival?
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We Call it Learning, They Call it Fun!
We once asked a longtime Cabbage Patch member what first drew him to our programs. He said his grandmother was looking for a safe place for him to play and learn, but all he needed to hear was that there was a gym where he could play basketball.
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You Help Create a Legacy of Purpose
“I try to teach my kids the lessons that I learned at The Patch.” Jamie Fox is a Master Sergeant in the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Airlift Wing. He is also a devoted father who imparts the lessons of The Cabbage Patch to a new generation.
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Who Do You Help When You Support Christmas Assistance at The Patch?
At The Cabbage Patch, all of our clients are unique, but many share common circumstances. When you support Christmas assistance you are helping families who typically:
* Are headed by a single parent, approximately 42 years of age
* Include 2-3 children
* Are supported by a net annual income of $18,147
* Run on a deficit of $38 per month…this adds up!
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Exploring Kentucky, Exploring Ourselves
Your support of The Cabbage Patch creates a supportive environment where children can form lasting friendships. When a young person is part of a positive, ambitious group, it makes it easier for them to step outside of their comfort zone and discover a new talent or interest. The group dynamic helps each child identify their unique strengths and therefore encourages independence and motivation.
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“Don’t Quit Fighting Until The Clock Stops.” – Gary (Coach) Schaffer, 1937-2014
The Cabbage Patch family was saddened to hear of Gary (Coach) Schaffer’s passing, but we are inspired by his coaching philosophy: “Don’t quit fighting until the clock stops.” Gary learned to play basketball at The Patch and went on to win more than 200 games as coach for Pleasure Ridge Park High School.
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The Cabbage Patch in Motion!
It’s only natural for children to want to move! Whether they are jumping for joy, shimmying with excitement or even fidgeting out of boredom, little ones seem to be in a constant state of motion. Dance is a creative way to channel this energy into a beneficial pastime, but many schools do not offer dance training as part of their curriculum. The The Cabbage Patch, dance is one of the unique after school activities that inspire excitement in our members.
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Connecting with Nature
Autumn often inspires people to connect with nature. The leaves are in stunning color and the air is just crisp enough to remind us that winter is coming. At Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, they celebrate the season with Colorfest, a perfect opportunity for a city kid to discover their inner environmentalist!
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