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2nd Annual Golf Outing For Justin’s Vision-May 18th
Justin’s Vision has partnered with the Rainbow Connection to help make dreams come true for Michigan children with life-threatening illnesses. Justin’s Vision is hosting a Golf Outing this Saturday, May 18th
For more information on this Golf Event Click on the link below
The Rainbow Connection Receives Top Rating from Charity Navigator
Rochester, Mich. – The Rainbow Connection (TRC) today announced that they have been awarded the coveted 4-star “Exceptional” rating from Charity Navigator, America’s leading independent charity evaluator. The designation means that TRC exceeds industry standards for financial health, accountability and transparency, and outperforms most charities in its cause.
“Receiving the highest rating available from one of the nation’s leading independent charity evaluators is a testament to the professionalism and commitment of our staff to our donors,” said TRC’s executive director, Mary Grace McCarter. “We work hard to maximize every donation we receive towards making dreams come true for Michigan children facing life-threatening illnesses and providing emergency support for their families.”
Since its inception in 1985, TRC has served over 2,500 critically-ill children and their families across Michigan. Unlike many other wish-granting organizations, TRC stays with a child and their family beyond fulfillment of the child’s wish, providing additional “wish extension” opportunities and critical assistance to the families facing unexpected hardships or financial difficulties brought on by the catastrophic illness of their child.
“The solitude experienced by a child or a family member can be crushing at times during treatment for a life-threatening illness,” explained McCarter. “We are there for the family before and after the wish. We remain connected with the child and family providing support and a listening ear. That kind of support mandates sound fiscal responsibility to ensure that every dollar received from our donor community is used to its fullest potential for the wish child and family. This Charity Navigator ranking serves to further ensure our donors that their money is indeed well spent.”
About The Rainbow Connection
Founded in 1985 by Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson in memory of his best friend and two children who died in a plane crash, The Rainbow Connection makes dreams come true for Michigan children with life threatening illnesses and provides emergency support to the family. From something as simple as a new computer to meeting the President of the United States at the White House, to the most requested wish of all, a trip to Disney World, The Rainbow Connection has made dreams come true for over 2,500 children. To learn more about The Rainbow Connection or to donate to make dreams come true for kids across Michigan, go to rainbowconnection.org or call 248-601-9474.
11th Annual Walk for Kids Details
Saturday August 10, 2013 – Saturday August 10, 2013
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Walk for Kids 2013
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August 10, 2013 |
Grand Rapids- John Ball Zoo 1300 W. Fulton St. Grand Rapids, MI 49504 |
Reg: 8:00 AM | Walk Start: 9:00 AM |
| Lansing- Potter Park Zoo 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing, MI 48912 |
Reg: 8:00 AM | Walk Start: 9:00 AM | |
| Flint- Crossroads Village 5045 Stanley Rd. Flint, MI 48506 |
Reg: 8:00 AM | Walk Start: 9:00 AM | |
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August 17, 2013 |
Battle Creek- Binder Park Zoo 7400 Division Dr. Battle Creek, MI 49014 |
Reg: 7:00 AM | Walk Start: 7:30 AM |
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August 24, 2013 |
Metro Detroit- Detroit Zoo 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd. Royal Oak, MI 48067 |
Reg: 7:15 AM | Walk Start: 8:15 AM |
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September 2, 2013 |
Mackinac Bridge Walk Colonial Michilimackinac Park Mackinaw, MI |
TBD | Walk Start: 9:00 AM |
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Pledges Make Dreams Come True!
Register to Walk for Kids and create your own fundraising page at FirstGiving to collect pledges online, or download forms below to register by mail.
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Individual Pledge Prizes
$100 – Pedometor
$250-
Walk With Us:Easy to register and collect pledges online or download & complete a registration form and mail to The Rainbow Connection. Build A Team:Be a team captain! Recruit your “Dream Team”. Members collect pledges to make dreams come true for Michigan children. To register your team: mail a registration form, sign up online, or call us at 248-601-9474. |
Be A Sponsor:For sponsorship information download the sponsorship form or call us at 248-601-9474. Make a difference in the life of a sick child right here in Michigan! Volunteer:Applications are available online at www.rainbowconnection.org/volunteer or call us at 248-601-9474. Volunteers are important to the success of our walks! |
Save the Date-11th Annual Walk for Kids
Walk for Kids- August 10, 2013
Grand Rapids- John Ball Zoo Reg: 8:00 AM Walk Start: 9:00 AM 1300 W. Fulton St.Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Lansing- Potter Park Zoo Reg: 8:00 AM Walk Start: 9:00 AM 1301 Pennsylvania Ave.
Lansing, MI 48912 Flint- Crossroads Village Reg: 8:00 AM Walk Start: 9:00 AM 5045 Stanley Rd.
Flint, MI 48506
Walk for Kids- August 17, 2013
Battle Creek- Binder Park Zoo Reg: 7:00 AM Walk Start: 7:30 AM 7400 Division Dr.Battle Creek, MI 49014
Walk for Kids- August 24, 2013
Metro Detroit- Detroit Zoo Reg: 7:15 AM Walk Start: 8:15 AM 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd.Royal Oak, MI 48067
Walk for Kids- September 2, 2013
Mackinac Bridge Walk Reg:TBD Walk Start: TBD Colonial Michilimackinac ParkMackinaw, MI
