[chuug] Fwd: computers4kids

Fri Mar 16 10:33:26 EDT 2007

As a C4K mentor, I can definitely vouch for this program.  It's  
extremely rewarding, and these kids really need help.

-s

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> From: Adrian Filipi <adrian at ubergeeks.com>
> Date: March 12, 2007 2:21:48 PM EDT
> To: CHUUG <chuug at nrao.edu>
> Subject: [chuug] computers4kids
>
> Hi folks,
>
> 	I'm passing this along for those of you who do not already know  
> about computers for kids.
>
> 	Adrian
> -- 
> [ adrian at ubergeeks.com ]
>
> MENTOR ONE CHILD.
> CHANGE TWO LIVES.
>
> One of the most rewarding things you will ever do is ensure that the
> children of your community receive the guidance and encouragement  
> they need
> to be successful.  You can do this by volunteering to be a  
> Computers4Kids
> mentor.  All it takes is basic computer knowledge and one hour per  
> week to
> make an amazing difference in the life of a Charlottesville-area  
> youth!
>
> Children in the program are matched with volunteer mentors who work  
> with
> them for one hour per week.  Together, student and mentor practice  
> basic
> computers skills, learn software applications, and complete  
> projects like
> building a website or creating Flash animation. Successful students  
> not only
> earn a free computer that is refurbished from donations we receive  
> from the
> community. They also learn the value of consistency and hard work  
> and they
> get the priceless opportunity to work with a positive role model,  
> something
> many of these children are unfortunately lacking in their home lives.
>
> Computers4Kids strives to improve low income youth’s computer and  
> learning
> skills through caring mentorship, structured training, a vibrant  
> learning
> environment, and access to a computer at home.  The program uses  
> computers
> as a catalyst for youth to challenge themselves, become engaged in  
> their own
> learning, and realize greater possibilities academically,  
> professionally,
> and for their community.  Mentoring for Computers4Kids provides an
> exceptional opportunity for community members to help ensure that
> Charlottesville youth have the academic opportunities they deserve.
>
> Please make a difference in a child’s life by becoming a mentor with
> Computers4Kids.  To join our program, visit our website at
> www.computers4kids.net and submit a mentor application.  For  
> questions and
> more information, please contact us at 817-1121 or  
> info at computers4kids.net.
>
>
> ***PLEASE CONTACT US TO FIND OUT WHEN OUR NEXT ORIENTATION IS  
> SCHEDULED.***
>
> Lisa Romano
> Communications and Grants Manager
> Computers4Kids
> 945 Second Street SE
> Charlottesville, VA 22902
> 434.817.1121p
> 434.817.1122f
> www.computers4kids.net
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Adrian Filipi [mailto:adrian at ubergeeks.com]
> Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2007 11:48 AM
> To: lisa at computers4kids.net
> Subject: Re: Chuug inquiry
>
> Hi,
>
>  	Yes, we have a mailing list.  If you have something, I'd be glad to
> forward it along to the members.  I believe a few are already  
> involved with
> you guys.
>
>  	Adrian
> -- 
> [ adrian at ubergeeks.com ]
>
> On Fri, 9 Mar 2007, lisa at computers4kids.net wrote:
>
>> Dear Adrian,
>> As president of Chuug, I thought you might be able to help out my
>> organization. Computers4Kids is a local non-profit technology  
>> mentoring
>> program for low-income youth.  We provide our community's middle  
>> and high
>> school students with two state-of-the-art computer labs, computer
> training,
>> adult mentors, and free home computers so that they may learn the
> technology
>> skills they need to get ahead and be competitive with their more  
>> fortunate
>> peers.
>>
>> We are currently in the midst of a volunteer recruitment drive,  
>> trying
> hard
>> to get a greater number Charlottesville residents involved in our  
>> program,
>> in particular as mentors though there are other ways to be  
>> involved as
> well.
>> I am wondering if you maintain a newsletter or mailing list for  
>> your group
>> in which you could include a bit about our growing need for  
>> mentors.  I'm
>> also happy to speak with you if you have any questions regarding our
>> program.
>>
>> Thank you so much for your time and help!
>>
>> Lisa Romano
>> Communications and Grants Manager
>> Computers4Kids
>> 945 Second Street SE
>> Charlottesville, VA 22902
>> 434.817.1121  p
>> 434.817.1122  f
>> www.computers4kids.net <http://www.computers4kids.net/>
>>
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