WHAT: | Philanthropic Society Los Angeles (PSLA)-a support group of Children's Institute, Inc. (CII)--will host an event for approximately 5,000 Head Start - 12th graders from the Watts community where they'll receive backpacks, much-needed school supplies for the coming year, and more. This event is made possible thanks to major support from PSLA and hosted in partnership with CII. The young attendees live in one of Los Angeles's most underserved communities and receive support services from CII-a nationally recognized organization that helps children and youth severely affected by community and family violence, and other trauma. NOT A PUBLIC EVENT |
Event supporters also include: Ted Watkins Park, Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation, Watts Healthy Farmers' Market/SEE-LA, Kaiser Permanente, Watts Counseling and Learning Center, Herbalife, LA Galaxy, Baby2Baby, Cory Martin Events, Mattel, Disney, Shelter Partnership, New Era, LA Party Rents and El Pollo Loco | |
Visuals: | Children receiving new backpacks and other school items |
Watts Healthy Farmers Market with healthy cooking demos and snacks | |
Outreach and giveaway booths from our various partners | |
WHEN/WHERE: | Saturday, August 2, 2014, 1 - 5 pm |
Ted Watkins Park | |
1335 East 103rd Street | |
Los Angeles, CA 90002 | |
2:30 pm: Brief welcome for community partners and elected officials | |
WHO: | 5,000children with their families from the Watts community expected to attend |
WHY: | The Back to School Giveaway will assist families unable to afford the expense of school supplies and will equip students for success in the coming school year. The event is one of many ways in which PSLA demonstrates their commitment to the children and families of CII. |
Philanthropic Society Los Angeles (PSLA) is a support group of Children's Institute, Inc., founded by CII Trustee Rochelle Gores Fredston. The membership is comprised of altruistic, business-minded, youthful individuals dedicated to helping the children and families of CII while connecting with fellow philanthropists and professionals.
Children's Institute, Inc. (CII) helps children in Los Angeles's most challenged communities heal from the trauma of family and community violence, build the confidence and skills to break through the barriers of poverty, and grow up to lead healthy, productive lives. Established in 1906, CII now serves more than 20,000 children and families in Los Angeles County through treatment, youth development, family support and early childhood services. We also inform the larger child welfare field through the research and professional training efforts of the CII Leadership Center. www.childrensinstitute.org
Contact: Courtney Kassel, VP Communications, 213.260.7715 or Lizanne Fleming, 626.755.5867
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SOURCE Children's Institute, Inc.
