Central Coast

Funds For Children

FUNDRAISERS

* DJ's for PJ's

KJUG DJs will be hosting and event called "DJ's for PJ's" during the week of December 14th - 20th to collect pajamas for children right before Christmas.  CCFC will receive and distribute all the PJ's to qualified children's organizations.  Watch for more specific information.

* Gypsy - SLO Little Theater

 

Synopsis Join the ultimate stage mother, Mama Rose, as she manages her daughter’s tour across the United States during the 1920’s, when vaudeville was dying and burlesque was born. Jule Styne’s music and Stephen Sondheim’s lyrics include classics like “Let Me Entertain You,” “Some People,” “You’ll Never Get Away from Me,” and “Everything’s Coming Up Roses.” A musical you won’t want to miss! “From its pulse-racing overture to its knockout finale, ‘Gypsy’ is one of those great, glorious musicals that can be enjoyed repeatedly thanks to its tremendous score, compelling showbiz story and splendid opportunities for front-rank artists to strut their stuff.” - Michael Sommers, The Star-Ledger “The show itself is a miracle, one of the top contenders for the title of Best Musical Ever.” - Terry Teachout, The Wall Street Journal Show Sponsor: Bob & Ruth Bostrom Directing  Team Directed by Gailee Walker Wells   Credits Book by Arthur Laurents Music by Jule Styne Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Suggested by memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee Original Production by David Merrick & Leland Hayward Entire Production originally directed and choreographed by Jerome Robbins

 

* New Frontiers

Cheers to New Frontiers!  They made CCFC the recipient of "5% Day" and brought us $1,813.96 - part of which was an anonymous donor who gave $30.00.

* "Christmas in November", Wed. Nov. 18 2009

 "Christmas in November" is the first of a hopefully annual event not to be missed.  Professionally decorated Table Top Trees to be raffles, Children's Fashion Show, holiday entertainment and luncheon menu.  Watch for more information and Ticket Sale opportunities.

* Kim & Co, "Night of Aloha" Benefit  - Thursday, August 28, 2008, 5:00 - 8:00 pm  -- Raised $15,074.00!!!!

*California Pizza Kitchen Benefits –

Because of the generosity of California Pizza Kitchen, DDFD was able to add $943.00 to our Grant Recipient program in 2007. CPK, on three Tuesdays in 2008 (March 18 July 15, and October 21), again donated 20% of the cost of food ordered and enjoyed by CCFC coupon holders.  CCFC realized a total of $1,212.94.

Having a wonderful meal at CPK and helping children in SLO County makes for a very pleasant experience.

Please join us next year!  The first date in 2009 is January 13th. 

* Collecting Coins for Children

What do you do with the change in your pockets or purse?  Do you realize that by putting 25 cents a day into a CCFC Collecting Coins for Children jar that you have saved $91.25 for CCFC in one year?!  Jars are available by contacting any CCFC member.  each year at the Supporters' Luncheon, the coins are collected and added to our bottom line proceeds.  Of course, we will also accept checks in lieu of coins. 

* In Memoriam Program

Donating to CCFC "in memory of", "in honor of", "in celebration of", "in recognition of" friends and families, marriages, birthdays, anniversaries and special achievements in another way to support children in need of special services in San Luis Obispo County.  A tax deductible receipt will be sent to you.  Send donations to:  CCFC, P.O. Box 1046, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406.

* Merchant Donation Program

Anyone can register with local merchants to designate CCFRC as the recipient of funds from the following participating merchants and their merchant donation programs.  Albertson's Community Partners, Scolari's Friendship Fund and the Escrip program which include Von's, Spencer's Markets, and many other businesses in our area.  We encourage you to join CCFC members in any of these automatic, trouble-free methods of raising additional dollars for children.

To register, contact Leila Humphrey for further information.  544-2619.