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United Way of Central Iowa
Chrysalis Foundation
Principal Financial Group
AmeriCorps Learn and Serve Reach Out Iowa
Metro Waste Authority
United Health Care
IMT Insurance Company
State Farm Insurance
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Greetings!
This month's greeting is written by Sheyenne Manning, a Simpson College student who has been job shadowing at CYC.
As a second-year journalism student from a small town in Iowa, there are a lot of things I have yet to experience. Fortunately, I have the chance to gain valuable experiences through classes offered by my college during a short semester called Mayterm. Mayterm is a three-week semester that allows students to take a single class everyday to fulfill a requirement of their major or minor. It's often the time students travel to other countries to have incredible, life-changing experiences or travel to other states and do charity work that will change others' lives. At this point in my life, however, I'm only thinking about what possibilities are open for life after college. So this Mayterm, I chose to do a three-week job shadow at Community! Youth Concepts under Danny Heggen.
What I hoped to gain from shadowing Danny and his coworkers was simple: I wanted to know if helping people accomplish their goals was really as fulfilling as it seemed. And, well, it sure is. Even my short time with CYC has been enough for me to become aware of the issues facing young people, and more importantly, how I can use my skills to empower them. I've learned that if adults are expected to lead productive lives and participate in their community, the participation must start from an early age. Even I feel more empowered by the things the CYC team believes are possible. I've gained invaluable experience from my time with Danny and Community! Youth Concepts, and I'm now sure I'll always want to be doing something to help people.
Thanks to Sheyenne and her dedication to helping others!
Sincerely,
Amy, Julie, Danny, and Amelia
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Cowles Collectors to benefit Furry Friends Refuge
The Cowles Collectors, a group of fifth grade students from Cowles Montessori, are working on their third service project - a collection of kitty litter and animal food for the Furry Friends Refuge, a no-kill shelter that helps animals in need. As part of their project, the Cowles Collectors built and decorated cardboard dog houses to hold donations. If you're interested in donating to their cause, feel free to drop off supplies at the CYC office, and we will get them to the right place. The Cowles Collectors will be seeking donations through May 25 and will resume their service club during the next school year. |
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Thank You, Principal Volunteers!
Thank you to a group of employees from Principal Financial Group who assisted the PACE youth to prepare the ground and transplant flowers into their butterfly garden on Thursday, May 12. We could not have done this work without the Principal group, which included the following individuals:
Austen TeBockhorst
Lori Hartman
Tammy Simpson
Christopher Powers
Ashley Scheidel
Katie Seda
Shea Barden
Brent Robins
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Do you need volunteers?
Do you work for a local nonprofit that needs volunteers in August? Incoming freshmen to Drake University will be required to complete volunteer service hours as part of their orientation prior to school. Students planning the service hours are looking for opportunities at local nonprofits, particularly within walking distance of Drake. For more information, contact Robin Sautter at [email protected].
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Jazz in July Volunteering Opportunity
Looking for a fun volunteering opportunity this summer? Jazz in July is looking for event volunteers to work two hour shifts on July 2 from 3:00 - 11:00 p.m. This event will feature Whitney Marchelle Jackson and will be hosted by the 6th Avenue Corridor and DMACC at 1600 6th Avenue. To volunteer, contact Blake Shultice at [email protected].
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Thank You, Martha McCormick!
Thank you to Martha McCormick, who will be highlighting the CYC KWAKer program on her radio show next Thursday, May 19 and Thursday, June 9 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. For more information on Martha's show on Des Moines Amplified, click here. Martha is the President of Next Step Adventure and hosts a weekly radio show on social entrepreneurship. Thanks to Martha for her efforts to assist the KWAKers in their walk-a-thon and for highlighting Global Youth Service Day on her show! |
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Sibling Rivalry Training
The Parents in Family Development Parents as Teachers Program presents a session on Sibling Rivalry on Saturday, May 21, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. at the Waukee Community Center (445 Maple Street in Waukee). Join the group for a casual and informational session on sibling rivalry. Why does it happen and what can we do about it? Bonnie Forsyth will lead the discussion and help participants explore these issues. Bring your questions and concerns. Children are welcome. RSVP to Peggy Brady at 515-250-8409.
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Thank You, Village Bean and Grounds for Celebration!
Thanks to Village Bean and Grounds for Celebration, local coffee shops that are helping CYC launch our What's the Big Idea? campaign! Do you have an idea about how to improve your community that you'd like to share? Look for CYC's boxes at Village Bean and Grounds for Celebration and drop us a line! Fresh out of ideas? Contribute your loose change to support the implementation of others' ideas! If you're interested in putting a box in your business, contact Amy.
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CYC welcomes Tony!
In early May, CYC welcomed Tony Raymer, who is student completing his MSW practicum with the organization. Tony has a degree in Psychology and Religion from Wartburg College and experience in community based services with children primarily diagnosed with mental illness. At CYC, Tony will be contributing to projects in mentoring, youth development, grant writing, and assessment. |
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CYC can help your groups of youth ages 12-24 create their idea and implement it, either through service-learning opportunities or through a Youth Venture. Contact us for more information.
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