Summer 2023
Dear Friend of the Council for Children,
We hope this letter finds you well. We’re writing to you today to give you an update on the Council for Children’s progress in helping local families in need as well as to paint a picture of what is ahead.
During the 40 years since its inception, the Council for Children has maintained its mission of finding areas in our community where children and parents need support, and finding ways to help fill that need through one of our programs:
· Christmas is for Kids matches wishes and needs of approximately 1000 local children to donors
· Daycare Scholarships plans to give up to 10 scholarships per year at $250 for each family
· Nicky O Foundation gives scholarships to children interested in the arts
· Back-to-school and summer camp backpacks are given to 150-200 children each year
· 10,000+ servings of food are collected for local food programs to feed children
The organization has bounced around through several donated spaces, thanks to the generosity of local service groups, business owners and the city of Attleboro. Our current home in Attleboro is for sale by the city and is no longer safe and healthy for volunteers to be in the space. We can happily report that the Emerald Square Mall has donated space for the 2023 Christmas is for Kids season.
In 2019, we assessed our options, did a formal feasibility study and worked with local realtors, culminating in a land purchase on John Dietsch Blvd in North Attleboro. By the end of 2021, all the town boards had approved the plans for a 22,000 square foot building that would bring several non-profits under one roof. We’re happy to say that the organization owns the land mortgage free.
Now the hard work begins. We are in the midst of a Capital Campaign to raise money for the building to host our program and better help the communities we serve. On Friday, October 27, 2023, we are hosting our 2nd annual fundraising Gala, at Lake Pearl in Wrentham. We hope that you will celebrate with us at the gala, and consider donating an item or gift card that can be raffled or auctioned off. We have also enclosed the sponsorship levels and ad pricing for our Gala program which gives businesses opportunities for great visibility and discounted tickets. All sponsorships are requested before September 14. One of our volunteers will gladly pick up your donation. If you prefer, donations can be mailed to:
The Greater Attleboro Area Council for Children
PO Box 424
North Attleboro, MA 02761
If you would rather make a monetary donation, it would be welcome. Please contact us with any questions or to arrange a pick up at 508.226.2336 or info@councilforchildren.org Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Sarah Achin, President of GAACC
SPONSORSHIP PAYMENTS!
The Council for Children is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, (#22-3172923). It is an all-volunteer organization, providing highly impactful programs to children in need in Attleboro, North Attleboro, Norton, Mansfield, Plainville, Rehoboth and Seekonk.