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.
Letter: Children’s Place says thanks for Jubilee gift
“Thank you” doesn’t begin to express the gratitude, relief, blessing and, frankly, amazement we feel with the generosity of the congregation of Aiken’s First Presbyterian Church and their 50th Anniversary Jubilee gift to Children’s Place.
First Presbyterian Church donates to Children's Place for Jubilee
First Presbyterian Church of Aiken held a Jubilee Celebration to mark 50 years in its Barnwell Avenue sanctuary in downtown Aiken. In honor of the event, the congregation decided to help pay off debt for Children's Place, a local nonprofit that provides services to children and families suffering from trauma.
Children's Place program seeks to reverse effects of childhood trauma
“When it comes to childhood trauma, early intervention may be the key to turning at-risk children into healthy, well-adjusted members of society.”
Lionel Smith fundraises for Children's Place in honor of Father's Day
"We really appreciate the community," said Children's Place Executive Director Peggy Ford. "We wouldn't be here without this community. For Lionel Smith to Chalk it Up for Dads is real important to us, because mothers and fathers are really important in children's lives. To have this event that highlights fathers is really important."
Children's Place puts spotlight on kids during Mental Health Awareness month
“May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. Children's Place of Aiken County seeks to improve awareness about how mental health can affect children, especially those that come from abusive homes.”
Children’s Place sets sights on future home, celebrates 50 years of youth guidance
Children's Place celebrates Golden Anniversary with party at Mellow Mushroom
“It’s not every day when a nonprofit turns 50 in this day and age, when nonprofits live hand to mouth and it’s hard to make ends meet,” said Ford, who has been the director of Children’s Place since 1989. “I’m truly proud that we’re still here and still serving the original mission.”
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Children's Place strengthens families in Aiken, Barnwell
“We are proud to offer this nationally and internationally recognized evidence-based program to help local families who want to make the commitment to strengthen their family,” said Peggy Ford, director of Children’s Place. “SFP provides opportunities and skills for families – many of whom are struggling – to improve their own lives and meet the goals they set as a family.”
