UPCOMING PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Lemonade on the Lawn
When: The last Friday of every camp session
July 16, 30 and August 13, 27
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Where: Precious Minds Resource Centre, Playground area
Everyone is welcome!
4th Annual Family BBQ
Our family BBQ has been a wonderful relaxing time to connect with other families while the kids play. We invite you to join us on Thursday, August 26, from 5:30–7:00 pm at Precious Minds Resource & Learning Centre, 21980 Highway 12, Sunderland.
RSVP to Pat Kerry or call 905-982-0882.
Blaze Summer Camps 2010
Designed for kids (ages 5-12) & youth (age 13-18+) with developmental disabilities. FUN, FRIENDS and SUPPORT that makes a difference!
Two week camp sessions, beginning July 5th. Click here for more details.
PLEASE NOTE OUR BLAZE CAMPS ARE NOW FULL. If you wish to be added a waiting list, please email Pat Kerry or call 905 982 0882.
For information on all our programs click here.
COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING
Former Local Uxbridge Student & Group Wins $5,000 for Precious MindsThree students attending Holy Trinity School in Richmond Hill recently won a $5,000 grant for a local charity, Precious Minds, with the YPI program, which is incorporated into their grade 10 curriculum. The Youth and Philanthropic Initiative (YPI) provides high school students with a reality experience to research social issues and advocate on behalf of local grass root charities. The YPI program sets out to empower youth to actively participate in the development of their communities, engage them as dedicated problem solvers and volunteers.
Former local Uxbridge student, Safiya Nanji and her teammates, Denis Ryabtsun and Nicole Grella, competed against other grade ten students at Holy Trinity School to win. After much research for a grass root charity, the group found Precious Minds, a charitable organization which provides support to families with children who have barriers to learning. Precious Minds fit the criteria which were needed and soon, Safiya, Denis and Nicole began to work on their presentation. They worked hard and made t-shirts, PowerPoint presentation, DVD and various brochures to gain attention to their cause. Working extremely diligently, the three made it to the final round of judging. Singing an original song written by Nicole and presenting their project against other finalists, the three were ecstatic when they won. Safiya said, "YPI gave me the opportunity to learn the importance of grass roots charities." The three mentioned that the competition was extremely tough and they were very lucky to win the grant. Denis said, "It was an amazing experience that provided insight on the charities who need help today". Both Precious Minds and HTS are very proud of Safiya, Denis and Nicole.
Recently, they attended the annual YPI Gala Event with Sharon Butchart, head of community and fundraising affairs of Precious Minds. Sharon received the $5,000 cheque on behalf of Precious Minds and met with the group.
