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Lafayette Juniors 2009 Beneficiary List
Pictured is Stephanie Prescott, community funds chairwoman, presenting Kathy Bowles of Youth Homes Inc. with a $20,000 donation. Text and photo provided by Gina Hageboeck and Roselyn Stenzel
Lafayette Juniors presented $37,000 in total to several charities June 4th at their final meeting of the year. The Juniors raise money from annual events including The Lafayette Juniors Kitchen Tour, Rummage Sale and etc. Lafayette Juniors 2009 Beneficiary List
Youth Homes Inc. (Major Beneficiary)
Since 1965, this non-profit organization has helped abused and neglected children and youth in Contra Costa County recover from trauma by providing high-quality residential and community based counseling treatment. www.youthhomes.org
We Care This organization serves very young children (ages 0-5) specifically, with special needs. This group provides developmental programs for Autism, Down Syndrome and Learning Disabilities. www.wecarebmcc.org
Xenophon Therapeutic Riding Center A non-profit riding center that gives horse riding lessons to children (ages 5-17) with multiple disabilities such as developmental issues, Autism, Down Syndrome just to mention a few. www.xenophontrc.org
Lamorinda Spirit Transportation Program Contribution will subsidize the cost of taking seniors to the CC Cafe for lunch, medical appointments, shopping etc. Lamorinda Spirit Van: 925.283.3534; Orinda Seniors Around town: 925.254.0800; Senior Helpline Services Rides for Seniors: 925.284.6161
Futures Explored A program to provide life skills and work-related training to adults with developmental disabilities; providing support in reaching an optimum level of individual potential by delivering a broad range of resources and ongoing guidance. www.futures-explored.org Thank you to everyone in the community who supported our efforts this year! Without your help, our charity contributions could not be possible. For more information visit www.lafayettejuniors.org
Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA