Unsung Heroes

The Birthday Club has been honored by being nominated by the Florida Keys Children' s Shelter for the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys "Unsung Hero Award". The award will be given our January 30th 2009 in Key West. Congratulations to all the members!

George's Birthday Party

I went to George's birthday party. I had fun. Instead of getting presents, he asked for $5.00. He is giving the money to the children's shelter so they can do something fun like go to the movies, or bowling. I hope that the children's shelter likes it.

Why the Birthday Club is Important to Me

The Birthday Club is important to me because God has blessed me with a wonderful life and many opportunities. So I want to help those less fortunate. One way I am able to help other children is by being a member of the Birthday Club. It makes me feel good to be able to give my birthday money to other children who do not have a lot. Making a difference in other children's lives is the best feeling I could have. I hope they can use the money to get something they will love forever.
By Trish, age nine.

Dylan From The McDonogh School, Maryland

Dylan is a true friend to disadvantaged high school students. He donates his birthday money to Minds Matter http://www.mindsmatter.org/ This organization pairs mentors with low income kids to help them succeed in school. Dylan is a three-year member of the Birthday Club. Great job, Dylan!

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AOR Chapter Birthday Club To Visit Children's Shelter

The AOR chapter of the Birthday Club has scheduled it's visit to the Florida Keys Children's Shelter December 6th at 10am. During the visit the children will make their donations and suggest ways in which the residents of the shelter use the money. In the past, the children have asked the money be used "for something fun".
The club will be meeting with Kathy Teull CEO, and Janey Miller CDO from the shelter. The children always have many questions about the shelter, and they are fielded very patiently and gently by the two ladies. Parents are encouraged to attend. It promises to be a very rewarding experience for all.

Key Largo School Embraces The Birthday Club

On September 26th , two students from the Key Largo School along with their moms and one of the founders of the Birthday Club, an Academy at Ocean Reef student, met with the principal of KLS. The purpose of the meeting was to ask permission to start their own Birthday Club.



The principal thought it was a great idea and said yes. The official sign ups were to begin today October 9, however 37 students have already committed! It appears that the response will be overwhelming. KLS parents have a lot to be proud of. Congratulations to all involved!