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Download our Kids Fund Brochure (PDF) In the beginning – The DCF Kids Fund was established in 1998 to supply emergency items such as diapers, hot meals, warm clothes, or a new toothbrush to abused and neglected children entering the care of the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families. We sent some foster children to summer camp and brought smiles to children’s faces with holiday gifts. Today – The DCF Kids Fund continues to supply these crucial items needed every day by the children in our care and to offer very worthwhile programs for children. As our efforts and contributions have grown, however, we have been able to make it possible for even more foster children to attend summer camp and to participate in a variety of wonderful enrichment activities like music, dance and sports programs. The Future – We hope to expand what we offer to impact many more children! Our goal is to provide basic necessities and enrichment opportunities to the 45,000 plus children served by the Department of Children and Families. What You Can Do – The DCF Kids Fund depends upon the support of both private and public sector donors, as well as those concerned citizens who want to make a difference in the lives of at-risk children. The DCF Kids Fund is a 501c3 entity; 98 percent of your donation goes to helping the children. When a teen needs sports equipment to be able to join classmates in athletics or a child needs someone to sponsor her singing lessons, your donation can make it happen! Enrichment and Education Initiative – Donations fund sports, music, dance, art, SAT college preparatory and after school programs for foster children and youth, vital activities to build confidence and broaden horizons. Holiday Gift Drive – Your contributions of gifts and funds will ensure that every single child in DCF care has a special and memorable holiday season.Emergency Placement Project – Many of the 8,000 children who enter foster care each year often come to us hungry, without adequate clothing, and in need of a bath.Your donations provide every child entering care with necessary items such as infant formula, clothing, toiletries, diapers, toys, duffel bags, backpacks and meals to make the transition to foster care as comfortable as possible. Summer Camp – You can help to send children to either day or overnight camp. The formative experience of attending camp aids in a child’s development and provides memories that last a lifetime. Who's Who at DCF Kids Fund Angelo McClain Saf Caruso Lewis Howe Abby Horan Lawrence P. Begley Lynne M. Murphy |
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