2009 Board Break-a-thon
May 29, 2009 11:22:39 GMT -5
Post by Fire-Babe on May 29, 2009 11:22:39 GMT -5
Hello 
(and apologies for those seeing this in multiple places)
I should have done this sooner, but I hate asking people for money, especially in this economy. But...
My karate studio participates in something called the 2009 Board Break-a-thon, which raises money for at-risk children to take lessons who could not otherwise afford to, for things like karate, dance, and gymnastics. Now, you may be saying to yourself, "Who cares if little Tommy can't take extra classes?" Well, maybe no one.
I can tell you that the effect of joining karate has on students in my studio that I know are on the program (I try not to know these things, but sometimes it leaks out) do a real turn-around if they stick with it. Children with behavioral problems change their attitudes, grades improve, and their sense of accomplishment and self esteem goes up. I have one student with neurological problems, and this has helped his balance and coordination tremendously.
SO, I am asking you to sponsor me with either a flat donation, or a creative money amount per board broken.
(Since this event is this weekend, I'll put your name and info on the pledge sheet. I can cover the amount until I collect your pledge. I know where most of you live )
[Those of you who are local, yes, you can come watch if you want.]
(and apologies for those seeing this in multiple places)I should have done this sooner, but I hate asking people for money, especially in this economy. But...
My karate studio participates in something called the 2009 Board Break-a-thon, which raises money for at-risk children to take lessons who could not otherwise afford to, for things like karate, dance, and gymnastics. Now, you may be saying to yourself, "Who cares if little Tommy can't take extra classes?" Well, maybe no one.
I can tell you that the effect of joining karate has on students in my studio that I know are on the program (I try not to know these things, but sometimes it leaks out) do a real turn-around if they stick with it. Children with behavioral problems change their attitudes, grades improve, and their sense of accomplishment and self esteem goes up. I have one student with neurological problems, and this has helped his balance and coordination tremendously.
SO, I am asking you to sponsor me with either a flat donation, or a creative money amount per board broken.
(Since this event is this weekend, I'll put your name and info on the pledge sheet. I can cover the amount until I collect your pledge. I know where most of you live
)[Those of you who are local, yes, you can come watch if you want.]
