TRANSFORM - Vogel Alcove

opeWe Build Hope in the Hearts of Homeless ChildrenTRANSFORMYou Can Help Transform Their LivesUNIQUEA Unique Comprehensive Childcare Center Serving Homeless ChildrenHomelessnessHomelessness Permeates Every Facet of a Child’s LifeucceedHelping Children Succeed-Developmentally, Socially & Emotionally

WHYWhy Vogel Alcove ExistsOur Mission:To provide the youngest children of homeless families with the foundation forsuccess.Our Vision:Every child in our community has a home, a self-sufficient family, and a pathway tosuccess in school.Our History:In 1986 when homelessness began to soar in cities across the United States, Dallaswas no exception. In response to this devastating and dehumanizing social problem,two ladies, Doris Budner and Thelma Vogel, responded. They assembled 21 Jewishorganizations including temples, synagogues and other Jewish civic groups andcreated the Dallas Jewish Coalition for the Homeless to help alleviate the plight ofhomeless families in Dallas. After extensive research, childcare emerged as a majorgap in the service delivery network for homeless families and was chosen as the focus.Vogel Alcove Childcare Center for the Homeless began operations in March 1987serving 11 children from homeless families residing at the Downtown Family Shelter(now Family Gateway). The center was renamed Vogel Alcove after Thelma and PhillipVogel died in a plane crash at DFW Airport in 1988. Doris Budner rose valiantly to theoccasion and, for the next 15 years, used her deep humanity, her love for children, hervision and creativity, and her gentle savvy to engage hundreds of others in the cause.The main facility – renamed after Budner’s death in 2003 as the Doris and LawrenceBudner Childcare Center - has moved twice since its opening: In 1989 and again in1995 to its current location which increased the daily capacity to 115 children.Today, Vogel Alcove is the only free comprehensive early childhood education programin the city of Dallas whose primary focus is to provide free childcare, counseling andcase management for children and their families residing at 18 local emergencyshelters, domestic violence shelters and housing programs.................................................VOGEL ALCOVE • 214.368.8686 • vogelalcove.org

FACTSFacts and FiguresAbout Vogel AlcoveAdministrative Location: 7557 Rambler Road, Dallas 75231Center Location & Hours: 1100 S. Akard, Dallas; Mon-Fri, 7:00am-6:00pmChildren Served Daily/Ages: Up to 115 children / 6 weeks-5 years oldChildren Served Since 1987: More than 13,000Children Served last fiscal year: 350 homeless childrenEmployees: 50Volunteers: 800Operating Budget: FY 2011-12: $3,731,874Source of Funds:Individuals 7%Foundations 15%Government Grants 20%Special Event 51%Investments 4%Other 2%About Homelessness5,783 people are homeless in Dallas48% are women and children20% (1,157) are childrenHalf of those children (823) are under the age of 6When at-risk children experience high-quality learning programs:• they are more ready for school by kindergarten• their special education costs are reduced• their likelihood of committing crime is reduced• their likelihood of teen pregnancy is reduced• their graduation rates/college attendance increases• their adult employment is greater and wages are higher................................................VOGEL ALCOVE • 214.368.8686 • vogelalcove.org

supportHow to Support Vogel AlcoveVogel Alcove depends on support from individuals, corporations, foundations and thegovernment. Here is how you can help support Vogel Alcove.Financial donationsBy credit cardBy checkStock transferMemorials/HonorariumsGift cardsMatching giftsPlanned givingPlease call 214.368.8686 or visit vogelalcove.org for details.In-Kind DonationsPlease call 214.565.9706 or visit vogelalcove.org to inquire about current needs.OtherGrocery card programsSupply DrivesProfessional ServicesPlease call 214.368.8686 or visit vogelalcove.org for details.................................................VOGEL ALCOVE • 214.368.8686 • vogelalcove.org

INVOLVEDHow Can You Get Involved?There are many ways to get involved at Vogel Alcove!Each year, Vogel Alcove welcomes more than 800 volunteers who donate their timeand services to helping young homeless children living in Dallas. Whether workingdirectly with childcare staff or in other supportive roles, you can help transform thelives of homeless children. Opportunities include:Volunteer at the Center:• Classroom Buddies – Read to children, interact with, help with art projects, andparticipate in outside play.• MOMS – Matches mothers in the community with mothers from Vogel Alcove toprovide practical support to clients as they transition out of temporary housing.• Birthday Club – Adopt a classroom to facilitate birthday parties for the childrenincluding supplies, refreshments and gifts for the Birthday Boy or Girl.• Story Time – Volunteers read to the children with the option of further performingthe material via theatrics, costumes, puppets, etc.• Supply Drive – Coordinates donated items to be distributed to our families.• Short Term Projects - Work with the children, sort and organize donations,provide clerical support, weekend projects for groups, and special projects forfamilies and children.• Holiday Happenings – Hosting parties on special occasions or preparing giftpackages from donated toys and clothing.Contact Allie Smith at asmith@vogelalcove.org or 214.368.8686Auxiliary:The Auxiliary is a volunteer group providing the Alcove with hands-on support,increased community awareness, in-kind donations and fundraising opportunities.Contact auxiliary@vogelalcove.org or 214.368.8686LeadershipThere are several committees open to non-board members. Or, if you would like toserve the Alcove on our Board, the nominating committee meets each spring.Contact Karen Hughes at khughes@vogelalcove.org or 214.368.8686................................................VOGEL ALCOVE • 214.368.8686 • vogelalcove.org

sheryl crow2012 Arts Performance EventMay 14, 2012Meyerson Symphony Center5:45pm Birthday celebration8:00pm Performance by Sheryl CrowIt’s Vogel Alcove’s largest fundraiser of the year, and the 2012 event promises to bebetter than ever as it celebrates Vogel Alcove’s 25 th birthday.This celebratory evening begins in the exquisite lobby of the Meyerson SymphonyCenter. Enjoy cocktails as you dine on a buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres with a menudesigned by legendary Chef Kent Rathbun.Your attendance helps ensure Vogel Alcove’s next 25 years of serving the youngestvictims of homelessness: the children.Experience the entire evening for as little as $1,000 and receive:• 2 seats to the performance• 2 invitations to the birthday celebration• 1 parking pass• A listing in the commemorative programSingle tickets for entire evening start at $500. Payment must be received by February 29 to be listed in the program.• Priority seating, complementary ad space and additional benefits are available athigher levels.The concert – featuring the luminous Sheryl Crow begins at 8:00pm. Crow has soldmore than 35 million records and has nine Grammys to her name.Be there! This event will sell out!Sponsorship packages are available and more information can be obtained by callingVogel Alcove at 214.368.8686.Performance-only tickets range from $50-$250 and can be purchased throughthe AT&T Performing Arts Center box office by visiting attpac.org or by calling214.880.0202 (Monday through Saturday, 8:00am-9:00pm and Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm). Tickets are non-refundable.................................................VOGEL ALCOVE • 214.368.8686 • vogelalcove.org

holidaysHoliday Store 2011For one day, the parents of our Vogel Alcove children get to browse our Holiday Storeand pick out gifts for their children. Even more exciting, our children get to do thesame for their parents!How you can helpBefore the big day: December 1-14, hours vary• Organize supply drives and donations• Sort and organize donations• Develop signs and decorations to enhance the festivities• Set up the store on Dec. 14On the big day: December 15, 9:00am-8:00pm• Work as a greeter/check-in/gift wrapper• Be a personal shopper• Be a childcare helper after Vogel Alcove’s hours of operation• Stock the store throughout the day• Provide meals for volunteers/staff working lateDonate• Provide monetary donations to offset the cost of the party or providing gifts.• Collecting/ donating new items for the Holiday Store for both the kids and parentsAll donations must be NEW, age-appropriate items deliveredto Vogel Alcove at 1100 S. Akard by Dec. 9.Donation checklistFor parents to give the kids:• big toy (truck, doll, set of blocks) • board games• stuffed animals• books• outfits• PJs or gowns• shoes, socks and underwear • hats and glovesFor the kids to give their parents:• socks• hats/gloves/scarves• t-shirts (large, XL, 2XL)• pjs• purses/wallets/belts• toiletries• picture frame• earrings/necklace................................................VOGEL ALCOVE • 214.368.8686 • vogelalcove.org

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