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Partnership to Benefit Youth Programs Raises more than $10,000.00

            The Kiwanis Club of Vero-Treasure Coast is pleased to announce the results of a partnership to benefit local youth programs.  Kiwanis members worked with both Childcare Resources of Indian River and the Indian River Golf Foundation (IRGF) to provide funding for tuition assistance for quality day care (Tots) and college scholarships (Teens). 

            “From Tots to Teens” was the theme of the Kiwanis annual golf tournament which was held on a beautiful Saturday in December before Christmas at The Club at Pointe West. Over 80 adult golfers enjoyed wonderful conditions on a beautifully manicured golf course.  At the conclusion of the adult scramble, over 40 junior golfers participated in a 9 hole tournament. The Junior division was organized by the IRGF.  Nearly $5,000 was raised for Childcare Resources to assist working parents with childcare scholarships. Additionally, more than $5,000 was added to the Kiwanis scholarship fund.

            For the past seventeen years Childcare Resources (childcareresourcesir.org) has provided families with tuition assistance for quality child care.  More than 1,000 families have benefited from their programs.

            The Kiwanis Club of Vero-Treasure Coast (verokiwanis.com) has awarded more than one hundred college scholarships in the past twenty years.  Last year six scholarships of $1,000 were awarded to high school seniors with outstanding records of community service and academic progress.

            The Indian River Golf Foundation (irgf.org) was founded to promote interest and awareness of local golfing opportunities.  Through its Players Club programs are designed for golfers of all ages with a focus on enabling young golfers to maximize their potential.