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Yesterday, Premier Ed Stelmach announced that 1,741 were awarded grants through the Alberta government’s Community Spirit Program. Kids Up Front (Edmonton) is thrilled to announce that our Foundation will receive a grant in the amount of $15,577.

“This is a wonderful gift that will strengthen our ability to deliver our 2010 program. I express heartfelt thanks to the Community Spirit Program for recognizing Kids Up Front, and to our financial supporters who made possible this opportunity.” KARLA SCHELL, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Community Spirit Program was launched in 2008 and is intended to encourage Albertans to donate to their charities of choice. Organizations, like Kids Up Front, can apply for a match of up to $25,000 for donations received from individuals throughout the year. For more information about the program, go to http://culture.alberta.ca/communityspirit/default.aspx

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From Ann at ABC HeadStart, “Thanks for performing these small miracles for our families and their children.  (more…)

“Sometimes we don’t see what effect we have on our youth, but I know that these experiences you provide to students will impact their lives now and in the future.” NANCY METCALFE, STAR PROGRAM (more…)

Ever dream of flying helicopters as a member of the Canadian military?

Future helicopter pilots?... maybe, thanks to MP Laurie Hawn, the Edmonton Garrison, Squadron 408 and Don Barr for giving kids a chance to experience what it could be like to be a member of our Canadian forces.

Kids were given a chance to discover a future possibility of doing just that. Thank you to MP Laurie Hawn, the Edmonton Garrison and Don Barr, for giving kids an up-close and personal experience at the 408 Helicopter Squadron and lunch in the Mess Hall.

Our 408 Squadron Tour Scrapbook is not yet complete, but you can view a few pics here http://kidsupfrontedmonton.com/scrapbook/ 

I would like to take a moment on behalf of the family to thank you for the ticket to the baseball game, June 23. It was this family's first time attending any sporting event. It was also one of the boy's birthday and mom and dad did not have the means to do something special for his 13th birthday this opportunity came up and the family had fun. Thank you to kids up front and the donors for making a difference for this family's special day. Boyle Street Coop

It’s cold and snowy today, so here’s a look back at a wonderful summer moment shared by a family. Donated tickets to a Capitals game created a special 13th birthday memory for a young man and his family.

How many $5 donations can you generate for Kids up Front in five days?  Help us reach our 2009 fundraising goal by challenging your family, friends, facebook friends, twitter following, office cooler crowd-anyone to give just five bucks at a time so we can provide vital entertainment and social experiences for kids, one ticket at a time.

“WOW…what a great event…all of my guests had a great time! [TAKE A CHANCE FOR KIDS] had lots to do and see and it made the evening fly by.” Janet Mosier, RBC

If you couldn’t join the fun this year, you can still play a winning hand for kids! Download your playing card to mail, fax or email your donation. Throw down your card immediately to donate online. Your financial support is necessary and deeply appreciated. TAKE A CHANCE FOR KIDS raises a portion of the funds required to operate the annual Kids up Front program.

smiling painted faces at the Esks

It priceless moments like these that you make possible each and every time you donate to Kids up Front. (Donations received on or before December 31, 2009 qualify for a 2009 charitable tax receipt.)

family fun at the Oil Kings

New this season! If Esks’ season ticket holders can’t make a game, they can donate their tickets quickly and easily to Kids Up Front using the Esks online account manager. Big thanks to the Esks organization for doing everything they can to encourage season ticket holders to put Kids in their seats when they can’t be there. Cheers!

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