Fundraising

Celebrity Waiter Night 2020

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On Monday, Aug. 31, Children’s Place Inc. held its annual fundraising event, Celebrity Waiter Night, in downtown Aiken and at several other locations.

Funds are generated through corporate sponsorships, tips from diners, and raffle ticket sales for a pair of diamond earrings donated by Floyd and Green Jewelers.  While the 10 participating restaurants earn profits from all dining options, Children’s Place takes in all tips and donations from diners, which goes back into the Therapeutic Childcare Program.

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Celebrity Waiter Night: Community serves up donations for Children’s Place in Aiken

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On Monday, Aug. 31, Children’s Place Inc. held its annual fundraising event, Celebrity Waiter Night, in downtown Aiken and at several other locations.

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Celebrity Waiter Night: Aiken community unites to support local children

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Since 1994, Celebrity Waiter Night has been the largest annual fundraiser for Children’s Place.

Year after year, the Aiken community comes together to support the work Children’s Place does through its many programs, all of which aid the development of young children and their families.

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‘Major financial issues’ caused by coronavirus make Children’s Place future uncertain

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Children’s Place Inc. encourages the public to leave notes of love and support for fathers every June on the sidewalks of Laurens Street, but this year the colorful chalk messages are shadowed by an overarching issue that has touched the lives of millions of people all over the world. 

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Children’s Place hosts Stand Up for Children donors

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On Wednesday evening, more than 40 of the earliest donors to construction of the new home for Children’s Place, Inc. gathered in the repurposed 1880s church currently serving as classroom space and dining hall for a thank you reception and update on the status of its modern, purpose-built replacement.

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Children’s Place holds fundraising event

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A benefit for Children’s Place, Inc. was held on Nov. 22 at the Outing Club. The money raised will go toward the new facility that Children’s Place will be opening on Willow Run Road. The event was sponsored by Missy Byrne, Ann Gillam, Molly Jones, Jennifer Parrott, Becky Reynolds and Cristi Williams.

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Children’s Place sets sights on future home, celebrates 50 years of youth guidance

“The Children’s Place has a mission to help kids with trauma, disorders and mental illness. And the half-century mark has them ready for their next adventure in their new home coming soon.”

Mardi Gras party raises funds for Children’s Place

“The Smith Group has been a wonderful friend to Children’s Place,” Children’s Place Director Peggy Ford said. “We are so very thankful for their continued support and generosity.”