Hathaway-Sycamores former foster youth. Photo credit: Gerard Burkhart
The popular Autry Museum of the American West will be the site of Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services’ 8th annual fundraiser, Celebrating Children. In addition to raising money that will help fund the many crucial mental-health and support services provided by Hathaway-Sycamores, guests at the September 17 family friendly event will enjoy exploring the museum after hours, experiencing the rich cultural tapestry of the American West at this private bash!
This year’s Celebrating Children starts at 6:00 p.m. and concludes at 10:00 p.m. The public can purchase tickets to the event, which promises to be especially memorable and includes: dinner & drinks, the opportunity to meet some of the young adults from Hathaway-Sycamores’ Transitional Independent Living Program, docent available for tours for the kids and families, live auction, museum open for viewing to all, complimentary parking, and special gifts and giveaways.
The centerpiece of Celebrating Children is the presentation of the Hathaway-Sycamores’ Celebrating Children Award. Each year, the event honors an individual or family who exemplifies the values of integrity, leadership and commitment to the well-being of children, adults, families, and communities. For more than 114 years, these values have served as the foundation for the compassion and care that each child receives at Hathaway-Sycamores. The 2016 Celebrating Children honoree is Renée LaBran.
To purchase Celebrating Children tickets, or to be a corporate sponsor, visit www.celebratingchildrenevent.com or contact Andi Sica at (626) 395-7100 ext. 2516 or e-mail [email protected].
About Hathaway-Sycamores
Hathaway-Sycamores Child and Family Services is a highly respected mental health and welfare agency with 11 locations throughout Southern California. For over 114 years, we have been dedicated to nurturing hope, healing, and the opportunity to thrive for children, youth, young adults, and families facing serious life challenges. Hathaway-Sycamores’ comprehensive array of programs and services – which touch nearly 7,000 lives annually – include: residential treatment; intensive treatment foster care; transitional living assistance for emancipated foster youth; outpatient and school-based mental health services; wraparound/in-home services; psychiatric services; psychological testing; educational support services; and afterschool tutoring/enrichment. Accredited by The Joint Commission and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Hathaway-Sycamores is licensed by the Community Care Licensing Division of the California Department of Social Services and is certified by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. To learn more, visit http://www.hathaway-sycamores.org.
