The “Karen’s Kids” fund provides resources to children in need at Arongen Elementary School in the Shenendehowa School District.
2016 Karen's Kids Golf Outing Planned
01/06/16 11:48
5th Annual Charity Golf Event
Date: Monday July 25, 2016 - 7:30 am registration, 8:30 shotgun start
Location: Eagle Crest Golf Club
1004 Route 146A
Clifton Park, NY 12065
http://www.eaglecrestgolf.com
Cost: $115/Golfer $460/Foursome
What’s Included:
- 18 Holes of golf, scramble format
- Continental breakfast before golf and dinner immediately after
- Lots of great contests, raffles, and prizes
Event Coordinator: Brad Field (518) 373-0015 bfield@nycap.rr.com
How to Get Involved:
This event will raise money for the Karen’s Kids Fund, which provides resources for children in need at Arongen Elementary School and was established in memory of Karen Field, who was a Special Education Aide at the school.
Join us this year to support the Bountiful Backpack Program at Shenendehowa:
2015: A rewarding year!
26/02/16 09:14
It has been a very rewarding 2015 for Karen’s Kids, Arongen Elementary and the community. Thanks to all of our supporters, we continue to build community spirit and provide for children who need some extra help.
4th Annual Golf Tournament – raised $12,500. It was a warm and beautiful day on July 27, perfect for golf at Eagle Crest. The tournament is our major fundraiser and is held on or near Karen’s birthday of July 26. This year we had 86 golfers, 30 sponsors and 58 raffle prizes. Everyone had a great time and it was wonderful to be together with family and friends on this special day.
Arongen Playground – On May 16-17, Karen’s Kids assisted parents and volunteers from Arongen PTA to build a new playground at Arongen. This event was the culmination of many months of fundraising and community outreach by the PTA. Karen’s Kids donated the proceeds from last year’s golf tournament to the effort as well. The new modern playground provides children of all ages with an opportunity to climb, explore and have fun!
Arongen PTA Community Ziti Dinner – Karen’s Kids helped the Arongen PTA with planning, resources and serving at this community-building event held on February 6. It was great to see the several hundred students and their families coming together to enjoy fine food, music and conversation.
Here’s how Arongen is helping children using Karen’s Kids funds:
Karen Field Kindness Award – Karen’s Kids presented the second annual Karen Field Kindness Award in June, which is given to recognize an Arongen student who demonstrates exceptional kindness, generosity and grace serving others. The 2015 recipients are Brendan Austin and Victoria Ines. Both students are active in the community and are kind and respectful to their fellow classmates. They are great role models. Their names have been added to the plaque in the Karen’s Kids display at Arongen.
Stay up to date! - More information about how Karen’s Kids is working in the community, our fundraising efforts, future dates for the golf tournament, photos and updates can be found on the Karen’s Kids web site at www.karenskidscp.org. Also visit Karen’s Kids on Facebook to see the most recent news, photos and updates. You can also access information about Karen’s Kids through a new community page on the Arongen PTA website at www.arongenpta.org. And please contact us if you have any ideas for fundraising or ways we can positively impact the community.
New Principal Mr. Andrew Hills joins Arongen – Karen’s Kids would like to welcome Mr. Andrew Hills who took over as the new Principal at Arongen at the end of November. Karen’s Kids would also like to thank former Principal Ben Roberts for his vision and dedication to Karen’s Kids. He was instrumental in helping us get started and his unwavering support and focus on the students and staff has allowed us to make a difference in the lives of many children. We look forward to working with Mr. Hills to continue to serve children in need at Arongen.
If you would like to donate – please make your check or money order payable to “Karen’s Kids” and send it to Arongen Elementary, 489 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Attention: Principal Andrew Hills.
Karen’s spirit and kindness continue to be felt by all of us as we seek to help those children less fortunate in a gracious and dignified way. All of you have been a very big part of it.
Thank you.
Karen’s Kids
8 Baldwin Court
Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-373-0015
bfield@nycap.rr.com
4th Annual Golf Tournament – raised $12,500. It was a warm and beautiful day on July 27, perfect for golf at Eagle Crest. The tournament is our major fundraiser and is held on or near Karen’s birthday of July 26. This year we had 86 golfers, 30 sponsors and 58 raffle prizes. Everyone had a great time and it was wonderful to be together with family and friends on this special day.
Arongen Playground – On May 16-17, Karen’s Kids assisted parents and volunteers from Arongen PTA to build a new playground at Arongen. This event was the culmination of many months of fundraising and community outreach by the PTA. Karen’s Kids donated the proceeds from last year’s golf tournament to the effort as well. The new modern playground provides children of all ages with an opportunity to climb, explore and have fun!
Arongen PTA Community Ziti Dinner – Karen’s Kids helped the Arongen PTA with planning, resources and serving at this community-building event held on February 6. It was great to see the several hundred students and their families coming together to enjoy fine food, music and conversation.
Here’s how Arongen is helping children using Karen’s Kids funds:
- Weekend Meals Backpack Program – in partnership with the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY and the Arongen PTA, Karen’s Kids is again providing the resources to help 15 children from Arongen and Shatekon for the school year. The program provides backpacks filled with food that is child-friendly, shelf-stable and easily consumed. Bags are packed each week by volunteers and discreetly distributed to participating children every Friday afternoon.
- Koda Kares Holiday Meals Program – Karen’s Kids and the Arongen PTA is working with a team at Koda Middle School to provide meals to children and families in need over long holiday breaks. The Thanksgiving effort was very successful and the team is planning a support effort over the upcoming Winter Break.
- Musical instruments, clothing, school supplies, snacks and lunches are again being provided this school year using Karen’s Kids funds.
Karen Field Kindness Award – Karen’s Kids presented the second annual Karen Field Kindness Award in June, which is given to recognize an Arongen student who demonstrates exceptional kindness, generosity and grace serving others. The 2015 recipients are Brendan Austin and Victoria Ines. Both students are active in the community and are kind and respectful to their fellow classmates. They are great role models. Their names have been added to the plaque in the Karen’s Kids display at Arongen.
Stay up to date! - More information about how Karen’s Kids is working in the community, our fundraising efforts, future dates for the golf tournament, photos and updates can be found on the Karen’s Kids web site at www.karenskidscp.org. Also visit Karen’s Kids on Facebook to see the most recent news, photos and updates. You can also access information about Karen’s Kids through a new community page on the Arongen PTA website at www.arongenpta.org. And please contact us if you have any ideas for fundraising or ways we can positively impact the community.
New Principal Mr. Andrew Hills joins Arongen – Karen’s Kids would like to welcome Mr. Andrew Hills who took over as the new Principal at Arongen at the end of November. Karen’s Kids would also like to thank former Principal Ben Roberts for his vision and dedication to Karen’s Kids. He was instrumental in helping us get started and his unwavering support and focus on the students and staff has allowed us to make a difference in the lives of many children. We look forward to working with Mr. Hills to continue to serve children in need at Arongen.
If you would like to donate – please make your check or money order payable to “Karen’s Kids” and send it to Arongen Elementary, 489 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Attention: Principal Andrew Hills.
Karen’s spirit and kindness continue to be felt by all of us as we seek to help those children less fortunate in a gracious and dignified way. All of you have been a very big part of it.
Thank you.
Karen’s Kids
8 Baldwin Court
Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-373-0015
bfield@nycap.rr.com
Newsleter December 2014
20/04/15 14:23
2014 Newsletter December 2014
It has been a very rewarding 2014 for Karen’s Kids, Arongen Elementary and the community. Thanks to all of our supporters, we continue to build community spirit and provide for children who need a little extra help.
3rd Annual Golf Tournament – raised $16,725 this year! We were able to avoid the rain completely and had a memorable day at Eagle Crest on July 28. Karen’s Kids partnered with the Arongen PTA to raise money for a new playground at the school. Our joint efforts resulted in our biggest tournament yet with 114 golfers, 36 sponsors and 50 raffle prizes.
Jonesville Volunteer Fire Department & Waterford Rescue Squad – donated $577.27 representing the proceeds from their October breast cancer awareness T-shirt sales. This was a wonderful gesture by our community volunteers who serve us every day.
Arongen Community Ziti Dinner – Karen’s Kids helped the Arongen PTA with planning, resources and serving at this community-building event held on March 28. It was great to see the many students and their families coming together to enjoy fine food, music and conversation.
Here’s how Arongen is helping children using Karen’s Kids funds:
Karen Field Kindness Award & Karen’s Kids Display – Karen’s Kids presented the first annual Karen Field Kindness Award in June which will be given every year to an Arongen student who demonstrates exceptional kindness, generosity and grace serving others. The 2014 recipient is Mirabel Brunell who for two years asked for donations from her friends on her birthday in lieu of presents. She then gave the money she received to Karen’s Kids. A plaque commemorating her kindness is in a new display case at Arongen.
Stay up to date! - More information about how Karen’s Kids is working in the community, our fundraising efforts, future dates for the golf tournament, photos and updates can be found on the Karen’s Kids web site at www.karenskidscp.org. Also visit Karen’s Kids on Facebook to see the most recent news, photos and updates. And please contact us if you have any ideas for fundraising or ways we can positively impact the community.
If you would like to donate – please make your check or money order payable to “Karen’s Kids” and send it to Arongen Elementary, 489 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Attention: Principal Benjamin Roberts.
Karen’s spirit and kindness continue to be felt by all of us as we seek to help those children less fortunate in a gracious and dignified way. All of you have been a very big part of it.
Thank you.
Karen’s Kids
8 Baldwin Court
Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-373-0015
bfield@nycap.rr.com
It has been a very rewarding 2014 for Karen’s Kids, Arongen Elementary and the community. Thanks to all of our supporters, we continue to build community spirit and provide for children who need a little extra help.
3rd Annual Golf Tournament – raised $16,725 this year! We were able to avoid the rain completely and had a memorable day at Eagle Crest on July 28. Karen’s Kids partnered with the Arongen PTA to raise money for a new playground at the school. Our joint efforts resulted in our biggest tournament yet with 114 golfers, 36 sponsors and 50 raffle prizes.
Jonesville Volunteer Fire Department & Waterford Rescue Squad – donated $577.27 representing the proceeds from their October breast cancer awareness T-shirt sales. This was a wonderful gesture by our community volunteers who serve us every day.
Arongen Community Ziti Dinner – Karen’s Kids helped the Arongen PTA with planning, resources and serving at this community-building event held on March 28. It was great to see the many students and their families coming together to enjoy fine food, music and conversation.
Here’s how Arongen is helping children using Karen’s Kids funds:
- Musical instruments, clothing, school supplies, snacks and lunches are again being provided this school year using Karen’s Kids funds.
Karen Field Kindness Award & Karen’s Kids Display – Karen’s Kids presented the first annual Karen Field Kindness Award in June which will be given every year to an Arongen student who demonstrates exceptional kindness, generosity and grace serving others. The 2014 recipient is Mirabel Brunell who for two years asked for donations from her friends on her birthday in lieu of presents. She then gave the money she received to Karen’s Kids. A plaque commemorating her kindness is in a new display case at Arongen.
Stay up to date! - More information about how Karen’s Kids is working in the community, our fundraising efforts, future dates for the golf tournament, photos and updates can be found on the Karen’s Kids web site at www.karenskidscp.org. Also visit Karen’s Kids on Facebook to see the most recent news, photos and updates. And please contact us if you have any ideas for fundraising or ways we can positively impact the community.
If you would like to donate – please make your check or money order payable to “Karen’s Kids” and send it to Arongen Elementary, 489 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Attention: Principal Benjamin Roberts.
Karen’s spirit and kindness continue to be felt by all of us as we seek to help those children less fortunate in a gracious and dignified way. All of you have been a very big part of it.
Thank you.
Karen’s Kids
8 Baldwin Court
Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-373-0015
bfield@nycap.rr.com
Golf Outing a Success!!!
28/07/14 12:04
The 3rd Annual Karen's Kids Golf Tournament was a great success as we raised $16,725 for the Arongen playground effort. Karen's Kids partnered with the Arongen PTA this year and we had our biggest event to date. There were 114 golfers, 36 sponsors and 50 raffle prizes. Thanks to all of our golfers, sponsors, donors, volunteers, friends and family who made it a very special day in Karen's memory. Thank you!!
2013 Year End Newsletter
09/12/13 09:37
2013 Newsletter
It has been a very satisfying and productive 2013. Here’s the latest on our community support and fundraising at Karen’s Kids. We are expanding our reach while continuing the Arongen based focus of the foundation.
2nd Annual Golf Tournament – raised $9,600 this year! We had 80 golfers and another beautiful July 26th at Eagle Crest. Special thanks to our 48 sponsors and donors who were a major contributor to our success.
Jonesville Volunteer Fire Department – donated $684.10 representing the proceeds from their breast cancer awareness T-shirt sales. This was a wonderful gesture by a great group that serves our community every day.
Dorothy O’Days Winter Fundraiser – raised $2,927 for Karen’s Kids in January. Owners Chris and Kathy DiFiore donated a portion of the night’s receipts and there was a silent auction and drink and food specials. Arongen teachers and staff came out in force. These proceeds and additional donations from Karen’s family and friends were presented to Arongen at their Random Acts of Kindness Assembly on March 1st.
Here’s how Arongen is helping children using Karen’s Kids funds:
• Weekend Meals BackPack Program – in partnership with the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY and the Arongen PTA, Karen’s Kids is providing the resources to help 15 children from Arongen and Shatekon for the school year. The program provides backpacks filled with food that is child-friendly, shelf-stable and easily consumed. Bags are packed each week by school staff and discreetly distributed to participating children every Friday afternoon.
• Musical instruments for several students are again being provided this school year using Karen’s Kids funds.
• The Karen’s Kids Fund continues to provide school supplies and snacks to those children who need a little extra help.
• Arongen staff are working with families to see who may need coats and boots this winter and will use Karen’s Kids funds to provide whatever is needed.
Karen’s Place Memorial – Troop 6 Eagle Scout Nicholas Cavanaugh along with Karen’s Kids, the PTA and Arongen Elementary Principal Ben Roberts, constructed a beautiful garden and benches on the Arongen grounds. Karen’s Place is located adjacent to the library/YMCA walking trail just across from the office entrance at Arongen. Arongen students in the PTA’s Garden Club also planted a butterfly garden and installed a bird bath and feeders at Karen’s Place. They have also done quite a bit of maintenance and upkeep.
Stay up to date! - More information about how Karen’s Kids is working in the community, our fundraising efforts, future dates for the golf tournament, photos and updates can be found on the Karen’s Kids web site at www.karenskidscp.org. Also visit Karen’s Kids on Facebook to see the most recent news, photos and updates.
If you would like to donate – please make your check or money order payable to “Karen’s Kids” and send it to Arongen Elementary, 489 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Attention: Principal Benjamin Roberts.
Karen’s spirit and kindness continue to be felt by all of us as we seek to help those children less fortunate in a gracious and dignified way. All of you have been a very big part of it.
Thank you.
Karen’s Kids
8 Baldwin Court
Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-373-0015
bfield@nycap.rr.com
It has been a very satisfying and productive 2013. Here’s the latest on our community support and fundraising at Karen’s Kids. We are expanding our reach while continuing the Arongen based focus of the foundation.
2nd Annual Golf Tournament – raised $9,600 this year! We had 80 golfers and another beautiful July 26th at Eagle Crest. Special thanks to our 48 sponsors and donors who were a major contributor to our success.
Jonesville Volunteer Fire Department – donated $684.10 representing the proceeds from their breast cancer awareness T-shirt sales. This was a wonderful gesture by a great group that serves our community every day.
Dorothy O’Days Winter Fundraiser – raised $2,927 for Karen’s Kids in January. Owners Chris and Kathy DiFiore donated a portion of the night’s receipts and there was a silent auction and drink and food specials. Arongen teachers and staff came out in force. These proceeds and additional donations from Karen’s family and friends were presented to Arongen at their Random Acts of Kindness Assembly on March 1st.
Here’s how Arongen is helping children using Karen’s Kids funds:
• Weekend Meals BackPack Program – in partnership with the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY and the Arongen PTA, Karen’s Kids is providing the resources to help 15 children from Arongen and Shatekon for the school year. The program provides backpacks filled with food that is child-friendly, shelf-stable and easily consumed. Bags are packed each week by school staff and discreetly distributed to participating children every Friday afternoon.
• Musical instruments for several students are again being provided this school year using Karen’s Kids funds.
• The Karen’s Kids Fund continues to provide school supplies and snacks to those children who need a little extra help.
• Arongen staff are working with families to see who may need coats and boots this winter and will use Karen’s Kids funds to provide whatever is needed.
Karen’s Place Memorial – Troop 6 Eagle Scout Nicholas Cavanaugh along with Karen’s Kids, the PTA and Arongen Elementary Principal Ben Roberts, constructed a beautiful garden and benches on the Arongen grounds. Karen’s Place is located adjacent to the library/YMCA walking trail just across from the office entrance at Arongen. Arongen students in the PTA’s Garden Club also planted a butterfly garden and installed a bird bath and feeders at Karen’s Place. They have also done quite a bit of maintenance and upkeep.
Stay up to date! - More information about how Karen’s Kids is working in the community, our fundraising efforts, future dates for the golf tournament, photos and updates can be found on the Karen’s Kids web site at www.karenskidscp.org. Also visit Karen’s Kids on Facebook to see the most recent news, photos and updates.
If you would like to donate – please make your check or money order payable to “Karen’s Kids” and send it to Arongen Elementary, 489 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Attention: Principal Benjamin Roberts.
Karen’s spirit and kindness continue to be felt by all of us as we seek to help those children less fortunate in a gracious and dignified way. All of you have been a very big part of it.
Thank you.
Karen’s Kids
8 Baldwin Court
Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-373-0015
bfield@nycap.rr.com
Karen's Kids Website