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The Buddy Program strengthens our community by guiding and inspiring youth through mentoring. |
Buddy Program Newsletter
March 2010 Issue |
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Buddy Program Waitlist
 Name: Shyanne Age: 12
Favorite part of school: Lunch and recess
Biggest wish: To have a horse!
Favorite season: Summer
Favorite things to do: Ride horses, go shopping, watch scary movies, work with clay and draw.
While kids are on the Buddy Program's wait-list, they are still able to access our additional services which include counseling and scholarships. However, what they want most is a Big Buddy! Call us today at (970) 927-1001 to find out how you can guide and inspire a young person. |
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Spring is in the air. See a child bloom by making a tax-deductible donation to the Buddy Program today!
Your donation will help ensure that every child who needs and wants a Buddy can be matched with one. Funds are used to recruit, screen and train the mentors as well as provide professional case management, activities and games for Buddy Pairs. Please click here to make a donation and bring additional love and support to a child in the Roaring Fork Valley. |
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Buddy Ski Day! On a blustery day, over 35 Buddy Pairs took to skiing and snowboarding on Buttermilk Mountain thanks to very generous support from Aspen Skiing Company, Matt Hamilton, Jeff White, Mark Leydecker and Stan Starn. Buddy Pairs were offered free tickets, equipment and lunch at Bumps. Eight children who had never skied or snowboarded received a free lesson. Big Buddies kept up with their Little Buddies in the terrain parks and tree trails and followed each other down the groomers at Buttermilk! Not even grey clouds or windy conditions could dampen their spirits! See below for more exciting Buddy Pair activities coming up!
Pictured: Buddy Pair, Erica Stahl and Elise S. | |
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Spring Buddy Pair Activities
ICE CLIMBING EXPEDITION
Saturday, April 3rd - Morning Trip to Redstone, CO
No rock climbing experience necessary. Ages 10 and older.
Please contact Heather Hicks at 920-2130 or heather@buddyprogram.org to register.
More details upon RSVP.
MOVIE NIGHT
Wednesday, April 7th, 5:30-7:30pm - Paragon Technology Center, Aspen
Please RSVP to Cathy at 920-2130 or cathy@buddyprogram.org to register. Space is limited.
AMAZING BAGS & HATS!
Tuesday, April 27th, 4:30-6:30pm - Wyly Community Arts Center, Basalt
We will be making creative shopping bags and hats made from all sorts of recycled fabric. Contact Sole to RSVP at 927-1001 or sole@buddyprogram.org by Thursday, April 22. Space is limited.
HIP HOP DANCE CLASS!
Wednesday, May 19th, 4:30-6:00pm - Arbaney Park, Basalt
Jayne Gottlieb of Jayne Gottlieb Productions will show you the hippest dance moves in this high energy Hip Hop Class. Spaces are limited, so please email makenzie@buddyprogram.org to reserve your spot.
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Policy Tip: Buddy Program Sponsored Activities
When responding for a Buddy Program sponsored activity, please be mindful of the RSVP deadline, as most Buddy Program hosts need ample time to make accommodations for the pairs. Additionally, the Buddy Program pays for sponsored activities; therefore, we strongly encourage you to be mindful of our 24 hour cancellation policy as there are often pairs on a waitlist who are anxious to participate. Remember, any activity completed together is a vehicle used to make your relationship stronger! Please contact a member of the Buddy Program case management team for further guidance and support.
Advice from Karmen Pittenger, Director of Youth and Family Services |
March Buddy Pair Anniversaries
Maidy Reside & Nathaly R. 2004
Rita Sherman & Viviana G. 2006
Kristen Jensen & Veronica M. 2007
Jonathan Schuss & Alex S. 2008
Matt Owings & Josue V. 2009
Bill Simon & Jacob E. 2009
Clay Herrman & Elmer B. 2009
Photo: Buddy Pair, Rita Sherman & Viviana G. at our Bowling Activity this winter. |
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"If you can't feed a hundred people, then feed just one."
- Mother Teresa | |
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Thank you for your continued support. We would love your feedback on this newsletter. Please email kelly@buddyprogram.org with any comments or suggestions.
Sincerely,
The Buddy Program
110 East Hallam Street, Suite 125
Aspen, CO 81611
P: (970) 920-2130 | |
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