$50,000 in Junior League Grants Awarded to 11 Organizations for
2009 – 2010
The Alzheimer’s Association: The Junior League is providing $10,000 for funding training courses on the Best Friends approach. The Best Friends approach is internationally recognized, and the Alzheimer’s Association will provide education and consultation for professionals working in dementia care. This program will enable nursing homes and other elder caregivers to provide the highest level of care.
Baby Health: The Junior League is providing $4,351.50 to fund asthma inhalers for clients. Baby Health treats nearly 4,000 uninsured children each year, and as the number of clients has grown, so has their need for asthma medication. This grant will cover their annual cost for Flohale units.
The Bob Brown House: The Junior League is providing $1,748.50 to replace flooring in the residents’ rooms. The floors in resident apartments are in need of replacement, and this grant will cover the cost of flooring in two units.
The Canaan House: The Junior League is providing $2,200 to replace furnishings in client rooms. Due to a recent fire, the Canaan House lost much of their furniture to smoke damage. This grant will allow bedrooms at the House to be refurnished and redecorated.
The Carnegie Center: The Junior League is providing $3,000 for the Family literacy program. The Family Literacy program include the annual Back to School Bash, where families in need receive school supplies, and National Children’s Book Week activities.
Girls on the Run: The Junior League is providing $4,200 for scholarships for participants. Girls on the Run helps build a stronger sense of identity and self-esteem for girls grades three through eight. This funding will serve as need-based scholarships for girls who are interested in participating.
God’s Pantry: The Junior League is providing $10,000 to fund the Kids Café program. Kids Café offers an evening meal to children who may not have one at home. The Cafés alleviate hunger and also work to provide a nurturing environment where children can learn about making good nutritional choices.
The Manchester Center: The Junior League is providing $5,000 for preschool scholarships. The Manchester Center serves one of the most impoverished neighborhoods in Lexington. Their preschool program provides early childhood education, and this grant will provide scholarships for many children whose families would otherwise not be able to afford this program.
The Medical Home for Coordinated Pediatrics: The Junior League is providing $2,000 for car booster seats. Recent Kentucky legislation requires that children seven years and younger be in car seats during transportation. This funding will allow the Medical Home for Coordinated Pediatrics to provide these seats to foster parents or to low income families.
