Santa At Sloper

On December 10th we teamed up again with YMCA Camp Sloper to hold our 2nd annual Santa at Camp Sloper. We were graced with a beautiful Winter day and over 120 families were entertained by the Southington Brass playing Christmas carols, while children lined up to give Santa their Christmas lists. They finished their day with a ride on one of Santa's horse drawn wagons. We thank everyone who volunteered and especially all the families that came out to raise money and donated thousands of dollars worth of toys for sick children and children in need.


We would also like to give a shout out to Southington Brass which has been instrumental in raising funds for the Mill Foundation since it's inception. They are looking for trumpeters to register for their Southington Brass Blast, an attempt to beat the Guinness World Record. Please click here to visit their website.

Kids Helping Kids

The Kids Helping Kids program, led by Tonya Borla and Kim Angelillo, was busy throughout 2011. The Kids Helping Kids program is a great way for children to help children in need.

Some examples from this past year:

Strong School Walk A Thon:

The Strong School Community raised over $1400 from their Walk/Run-a-Thon led by Gina Breen and Tonya Borla.

Thanks to all the kids and parents that participated in the Kids Helping Kids program.

Have an idea for an "A-Thon"?

If you have any ideas, we would love to hear them.  Please contact Tonya Borla at p.tbrla001@cox.net

Kelley School A Thon:

Kelley School held a Shoot A Thon and Hula
Hoop A Thon this past June and raised $500
for The Mill Foundation. Pictured is Tanya
Richert, Kelley School Kids Helpking Kids
coordinator, with Kelley School Principal
Betty Lutz.

2nd Annual Swim A Thon
at Mountain Grove:

Local kids participated in a "Swim A Thon"
in August to raise funds for The Mill Foundation at Mountain Grove Swim Club.

Starlight Wii

The Mill Foundation donated a Starlight Wii (pictured below) to the Yale New Haven Pediatric Oncology Department this summer. The Starlight Wii is a mobile entertainment unit that features a Wii System, DVD player and Sharp LCD.

This unit allows children that are unable to leave their beds or have limited mobility to play the games with ease. The technology is also used to encourage children to do their physical therapy and motor coordination exercises.

The Starlight Wii is a great example of how your generous donations help The Mill Foundation put smiles on children's faces.

Want to Help?

Interested in getting involved with The Mill Foundation for Kids as a volunteer? There are many ways to help. Simply send an email to themillfoundationforkids@gmail.com and let us know. One of us will contact you to discuss how you want to help.   Thank You!

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