It's a lifeline of support and programs for many families in the Columbus area touched by childhood cancer - Kids 'n Kamp. The organization was founded by Beverly Circone and her husband Nick (a cancer survivor himself) in 1982. Bev and her staff of two provide activities that enable families to begin a healing process during and after battling cancer with a child. What amazing champions working for this wonderful cause!
At Optimum, we support Kids 'n Kamp as it unquestionably meets our Corporate Caring Mission of "supporting those in our community who advance the lives of others". Our CEO is also a child brain cancer survivor and providing support to other children who have cancer is his passion and purpose in life. As a company, we try to make a little bit of difference to help further this cause by:
- Being a volunteer at Christmas time at the Holiday Party in the Secret Santa shop with the young professionals from the Rotaract Club.
- Attend the Cherish the Moment Charity Social fundraiser hosted by Jim & Ellen Tressel.
- Provide in-kind printed materials for Kids 'n Kamp. This year, we printed their stationary
package for them.
As you probably already know, the best thing about giving back is that you reap more benefits than you sow.
We entered the Kids 'n Kamp printed stationary pieces into the Print Excellence Awards for the Printing Industry of America and won big time! Best of Central Ohio, Best of Region and Best of Show in the Stationary Category for Ohio and N.Kentucky! What an honor to be recognized by our peers for our quality and craftsmanship!
More than money, Kids 'n Kamp need people who have the time and the desire to help. Make A Difference Day is almost here. On Oct. 23rd, millions of Americans will volunteer in their communities making it the nation's largest day of doing good. My hope is you'll join the cause. For ideas, planning quides and tips visit makeadifferenceday.com. or sign up to help with Kids 'n Kamp at www.kidsnkamp.org/
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