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Mary Nelson's Youth Day Foundation
2849 S Salina Street
Syracuse New York 13205
Phone 315 422 5690
9th Annual Youth Day BBQ
WHEN: August 21, 2010 from 11 am - 6 pmYouth parade begins at 11 am all youths and parents are encouraged to attend.
WHERE: Corner of S Salina and Wood Avenue
WHAT: This event is to help youths from Pre-K - college get the supplies they need. We will be giving out backpacks filled with school supplies to each youth that attends the event, and other items needed for school. There will be food and entertainment for all.
COST: This event is absolutely free.
VOLUNTEERS: Are needed, and greatly appreciated. We are also in need of Local Entertainers for this event, and Vendors who would like to participate in this event. Contact Mary Nelson for more information.
SPONSORSHIP: Are needed, and greatly appreciated.
Learn more about volunteer hours: Volunteer Hours
Download the registration form: Registration Form
Download the Flier: Flier
2009 Youth Day Educational/Health/Career Fair Summit
WHEN: November 14, 2009 from 1 pm- 4 pm
WHERE: On Center Complex
For more info contact Mary Nelson
tmarynelsonyou@twcny.rr.com
October 8, 2009
From the time of my first Youth Day Barbeque, I had a vision creating a safe place for the youth in our community, a place where their hopes and dreams could become reality. My vision called for supporting education and health needs, offering career training and making referrals to other agencies. Thanks to you and many other generous souls, The Mary Nelson Youth/Community Center opened its doors in May of 2009.
The response from the neighborhood tells me our work is important. The Center is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Friday and is fully staffed by volunteers. No one is paid to work there, including me! We are serving donated food to those who stop in, and most days, about a dozen men enjoy coffee and a roll or two in the morning. Senior citizens make there way in for a light lunch, and every day, 120 children come to our after-school program beginning at 2:45 PM. Volunteers serve them a snack, then help with homework, and help lead and supervise games until 6:00 PM. Some children stay until closing, and we keep a good eye on them, serving supper when they get hungry.
As much as I planned for my vision, I didn’t realize how many people would need our help. We don’t turn any children away. You know me, I can’t say no. You have been a wonderful friend in the past and now I am asking for your help. We do not receive any Federal or State grants of assistance.
Would you please consider making a generous gift to the Mary Nelson Youth/Community Center to help me continue my work? Your best gift now, of any amount and your ongoing monthly investments, will make all the difference in the lives of these kids. Whether you can budget $25, $50, $75, or $200 per month, no gift is too small. Everything you give will help sustain the operation of the center, and more importantly, provide a safe and productive environment for our youth. Your contribution is tax-deductible and your investment will truly be a blessing!
With many thanks,
Mary Nelson,Founder
Youth Day BBQ C/O Mary Nelson’s Youth Day Foundation
info@youthdaybarbecue.com and or TMARYNELSONYOU@twcny.rr.com
website: www.youthdaybarbecue.com