Children are our business! We are here to teach, enrich, and protect our students so they can grow into knowl-edgeable, productive citizens as adults. There are many facets in a child’s education—health and well-being are two of the foundations a child needs to be ready to learn. Through your generous donations, the Children’s Fund is often able to make a small contribution to the health and well-being of children. Feeding a hungry child, assisting with a purchase of glasses or medication, or buying shoes that fi t or a warm winter coat can truly make a difference in a child’s readiness to learn.
Fortunately, our Children’s Fund is an example of a simple, grassroots pro-gram that works for children and their families. It features rapid responses with almost no bureaucracy. It is easily accessible through school counselors and is an excellent example of support-ing children in times of crisis. While the majority of the time funds are used to assist families with food and cloth-ing, the Children’s Fund also makes it possible for students to participate in after-school enrichment club, music lessons, and recreation programs, such as playing on a soccer or basketball team.

Special thanks go to those who are contributing members to the Children’s Fund. You make this program work. Be assured you are truly making a difference. Helping children and families does make an impact on what goes on in the classroom, our schools, and our neighborhood.