Annual Report | 2011 - Omaha Childrens Museum

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Reaching Out Omaha Children’s Museum connected with 16,395 children in the metro area in 2011 with outreach programming. These dynamic presentations make science come alive for school groups, churches, daycares and other groups. Shows like the Whiz Bang Science Show and The Amazing Bubble Show brought hours of delight to area children and complemented school curriculum in a way that resonates with kids. An elementary student enjoys the “Bubble Window” at the outreach program, Bubble Extravaganza. 6
2010 441 One Big Summer Camps were another success story of 2011. Pretend play and imagination are one focus at summer camps Campers enjoyed programming at the museum with new camp themes including Sid the Science Kid, Girl Power and Dinosaur Train. Winter camps were also offered for the first time during winter break. The ever-popular May the Force Be With You camp made for some very happy holidays for area kids. Number of summer campers by year 203 2008 174 2009 2011 589* 33.6% increase from 2010 238% increase from 2009 Eliminating Barriers WELCOME FUND | Sponsored by Iowa West Foundation, Lincoln Financial Foundation, Lozier, Mammel Family Foundation and Wells Fargo For families in financial need, the museum’s Welcome Fund provides memberships for only $ 5. In 2011, the museum provided 546 families with these memberships. The museum provides a safe and nurturing place for these children and families to spend quality time together. CAREFREE KIDS | Sponsored by CVS Caremark and The Nebraska Medical Center This event invites children with suppressed immune systems and their families to visit the museum. To prepare, the museum undergoes an intensive cleaning process advised by medical partners throughout the community. AUTISM NIGHTS | Sponsored by Autism Action Partnership The museum expanded its efforts to reach all children by offering three Autism Nights in 2011. Sponsored by Autism Action Partnership, these events are designed to provide a welcoming environment and helpful information to families with children on the autism spectrum. 7
Page 1 and 2: ANNUAL REPORT 2011
Page 3 and 4: Letter from the Executive Director
Page 5 and 6: Planning for the Future To take a f
Page 7: Rainbow Connectors Guild Presidents
Page 11 and 12: “First National Bank has a longst
Page 13 and 14: Support from Near and Far Museum se
Page 15 and 16: Volunteers More than 200 volunteers
Page 17 and 18: Board of Directors 2011 Executive C
Page 19 and 20: DONORS | 2011 CORPORATIONS $ 10,000
Page 21 and 22: Individuals (continued) Ellen and D
Page 23 and 24: Jen and Jeff Hickman Cory and Andy

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