Orange Cares for Kids!: The Mission

Why We Care:

*Studies of the 2005 US Census Bureau survey show that Syracuse has the third highest overall poverty rate (31%) and the very highest black poverty rate (42%) of the central cities in Americas 100 largest metropolitan areas. They also show a child poverty rate of 45%.

-Howie Dawkins

*Syracuse's Near West Side neighborhood is one of the most economically and socially challenged places in Central New York - even the nation.

-The Post Standard

*A Children's Defense Fund study put Syracuse, NY in second place among 244 cities for having the highest number of Latino children living in poverty.

-The Post Standard

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

The Mission

Spread the Word!!!

We want as many people as possible to get involved and see how rewarding it can be to make an impact in another person's life. Bring a friend with you, or your whole group of friends! All we ask is that you at least give it a try. Take a look at a couple of the organizations that offer the opportunity, find one you like, and take some initiative! You will probably find that it is a lot of fun!
As an S.U. student, you probably have a lot of knowledge and skills to offer to less fortunate children. Whether you're really good at english, math, a foreign language, or art, and even if you just wanna hang out with some kids for the day, the real impact comes from the knowledge that people in the community care about them.
So tell your friends about it, get them interested, and find out how much of a positive experience it can be!