SC4K cannot operate without volunteers. Last year, hours from outside volunteers were the equivalent of 8 full-time employees. We expect to be open (following all CDC COVID-19 protocols) for volunteers again in early June. You can register now and keep track of opportunities at www.sc4k.org/volunteer THANK YOU!
The parents and guardians always send over texts or call to thank us. Below are the latest words of thanks. We couldn’t do this without you the volunteers, donors, prayers, love and support. We are still working to change lives and have a big surprise for families that need help that aren’t part of our…
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel this summer’s event. Additionally, we had to cancel the remaining portion of our 2019-20 performance season and all spring arts education classes and community programs. Karamu House, in its 104-year history, has overcome challenge after challenge, and with your…
LEAP’s mission is to eliminate barriers which prevent persons with disabilities from fully participating in their community – including recreation. For many adults with development disabilities, loneliness is not uncommon, and with Covid-19 keeping persons at home or in a facility, that sense of isolation can be exacerbated. LEAP’s Quantum LEAP program was created…
Even though Covid-19 has pushed school classes online and closed school buildings, LEAP is continuing to provide its youth transition program for students with disabilities. This program prepares them for independent living and employment upon graduation. By providing this program remotely, we are able to help bring some daily consistency and normalcy to students…
As Ohio begins to slowly reopen businesses in a safe environment, LEAP is working hard to provide work experiences and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. Our Employment Specialists assist adult consumers to find meaningful employment. They touch base with their clients each week to give direction on how to do an Internet job…
John Ilenin has always loved to fix things. As a child he worked on Lionel trains with his father. Sometimes not having the patience to wait for his dad, he learned how electricity worked with trial and error. John is a veteran who served in the Navy. Among many of the ships he served on…
COVID-19 sidelined the Kids’ Book Bank and shuttered us for more than 6 weeks. Most of our partners have also been closed, which means books have not been getting to kids who desparately need them right now. Studies show kids in low-income communities lose up to 3 months of learning during the summer months when…
Kids like Rakaya use adapted toys at school and in therapy to help them learn and reach their therapy goals. Although they now are not able to be at school or have in-person therapy, they still need therapy toys to engage them. We are delighted to be able to fulfill requests to provide children with…