A Year Worth Celebrating — A Letter to Our Community By Andrew O’Dell, Chief Executive Officer As we mark our 75th anniversary, I find myself filled with gratitude, not just for how far we have come, but for the incredible community that makes this work possible every single day. Our 2025 Impact Report is here,…
Read MoreMimi Fishman Adventure Camp
This March, 13 DGCKids packed their bags, said goodbye to their families, and headed to Camp Lakewood for the annual Mimi Fishman Adventure Camp, and the two days that followed were full of memories and firsts. Two Days of Adventure Over March 7–8, campers took on some seriously exciting challenges: 🧗 Climbing a towering outdoor…
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DGCKids Year in Review 2025 (Facebook Video) by ssmith@dgckids.org At DGCKids, every year is filled with meaningful moments, and 2025 was no exception. As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with gratitude for the children, families, volunteers, staff, board members, and community partners who make our work possible every day. Our 2025…
Read MoreVision Screening in the Community
Helping Kids See the World More Clearly: Free Vision Screenings at DGCKids Did you know that vision problems in young children are often hard to detect—but early detection can make a big difference? At DGCKids, we believe every child deserves the chance to see the world clearly. That’s why we offer free vision screenings for…
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Meet Julius
Julius is a joyful and determined child who lights up every room he enters. But his journey hasn’t been without challenges. Born with a visual impairment, Julius and his family faced an uncertain future—until they found DGCKids. Through early intervention and family support services, Julius is thriving in ways his family once only dreamed of….
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Thank You – Spire
Thank You, Spire, for Supporting the GRADS Program! DGCKids is grateful for Spire awarding a generous grant to support our GRADS (Group Recreation and Developmental Support) program in Summer 2024. Their investment in children with visual impairments helped them travel, climb, ski, sing, cycle, and create lifelong friendships. The GRADS program serves children aged 6-18,…
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GRADS December Update
GRADS Talent Show: A Night to Remember At DGCKids, we are constantly inspired by the creativity and courage of the children and families in our programs. This month, the GRADS (Group Recreation and Developmental Support) program held its annual Talent Show, and what an incredible evening it was! The night was filled with an impressive…
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GRADS October Update
GRADS Program Update: Fall Adventures at Queeny Park As the season changes, so do the activities for our GRADS (Group Recreation and Developmental Support) program. This October, the GRADS kids enjoyed a day at Queeny Park, filled with outdoor activities that encouraged exploration and connection. The day began with a hike along the park’s trails,…
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