Thank you is a powerful phrase but, given the generosity of the Hinsdale Central Boys Soccer program, thank you doesn't come close to expressing the heartfelt appreciation for all that they do to support student throughout the Chicagoland area.
The program helps our charity on many fronts. Each year a group of varsity soccer players solicit funds from area companies to support our work. This takes a good deal of time as the boys have to put together a presentation, make a visit to the potential donor and then follow up on various leads.
This initiative is part of the KICK program, a fifth year endeavor to help Schools Count Corp. In five years the KICK (Kick It in for Chicago Kids) has raised in excess of $20,000!!
The boys running KICK and a good core of soccer parents also reach out to the general community for financial support for our local programs. Individual donations are accepted in addition to corporate sponsorship.
The KICK program also collects winter coats as part of their effort to help school children in the Chicagoland area. Not only are coats collected but the soccer community seeks donations of hats, gloves, mittens and scarves. The HC Soccer Banquet takes place on November 7th and families can donate the winter wear at the front entrance of Ashton Place prior to attending the banquet.
All is all, no matter the record, the soccer program continues to do great humanitarian work that extends well beyond the field of play.
Thank You,
Dick
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