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Bridging the Creativity Gap: Afterschool Arts Jacksonville, FL Our Golden Grant funding enabled us to stock our arts program with all the essentials, including water color paints, brushes, canvas panels, paper and more, as well as provide professional development and training to our Arts Youth Development Professionals. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida, one of our focus areas is to create equity and access to the Arts while building the social-emotional skills necessary for positive youth development.
Bridging the Creativity Gap: Afterschool Arts Jacksonville, FL Loads of happy faces at Hyde Grove Elementary Boys & Girls Club, k-2nd graders on stage excited to share their creative works! With our Golden Grant funding we were able to stock our arts program with all the essentials, such as water color paints, brushes, canvas panels, paper and more. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida, one of our focus areas is to create equity and access to the Arts while building the social-emotional skills necessary for positive development.
Bridging the Creativity Gap: Afterschool Arts Jacksonville, FL First grader at Gregory Drive Boys & Girls Club working on a holiday canvas project. With our Golden Grant funding we were able to stock our arts program with all the essentials, such as water color paints, brushes, canvas panels, paper and more. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida, one of our focus areas is to create equity and access to the Arts while building the social-emotional skills necessary for positive development.
From Barnyard to Farmyard Marshpoint Elementary School- Savannah, GA Marshpoint's Farmyard is coming together! We are working hard to get our crops to start harvesting this year! We want to continue and expand our garden next year! THANK YOU McDONALD's!
The Creative Compass: Music & Art for Children DeLand, FL Creative Compass: Music & Art for Children is an innovative program inspired by the music and art wellness fields and is designed to enhance the emotional wellbeing and social skills of children aged between 5-11 years old. This community-based project is located at the Chisholm Community Center in the Spring Hill area of DeLand, FL, and is presented by the Museum of Art - DeLand. The program offers a secure and supportive environment for children to explore self-expression and self-awareness while honing their social skills through the mediums of art and music.
PBIS Ambassador Program Tampa, FL With the grant money we were able to purchase program shirts for every student and goodies for the school store. We have open a total of 6 times this school year and every child has been able to purchase either school supplies or a treat of choice!
Virtual Reality in the Classroom Winter Springs, FL Sam is using VR as a part of his art class. He creates artwork virtually and casts his work on the interactive board behind him. He loves this art-making method and is always excited when he has an assignment that allows him to use the headset. Thank you!
SLED College Field Trips San Leandro, CA John Muir Middle School students hearing from a UC Berkeley student (and San Leandro High School alum) on their college field trip.
Basketball For All Centennial Elementary School 1st Grade students enjoying our new basketballs, cart, and portable hoops. They are so excited when they can make a shot and feel successful!! The students want to be up, moving, and exercising! Thank you McDonald's for your generous heart!
Crossover Mission College & Career Readiness Program Vero Beach, FL Every year between 2020-2024, Crossover Mission has had a 100% graduation rate. Both of our current seniors will be headed to the University of North Florida for the 2025 Winter/Spring Semester. University of North Floirda's Admitted Students Day. Thank you, McDonald's Golden Grants, for supporting youth in Indian River County.
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Academy 601 SW 8th Ave, Miami, Florida 33130 POINTILLISM TREES-Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Academy students explore post-Impressionist artist Georges Pierre Seurat’s pointillism techniques, as part of the Famous Artist series curriculum.
Academic Enrichment Program Support at Parker Street Ministries Lakeland, FL Boosting academic and extracurricular enrichment all year long is a pillar of PSM’s mission. More than 800 hours of program time are offered to Parker Street neighborhood kids each year, providing learning opportunities to last a lifetime! Thank you for your Academic Enrichment Program support!
Contra Costa Foster Friends Pleasant Hill, CA Picking up a stuffed bear and a new book at the Contra Costa Foster Friends Resource Center. Thank you, McDonald’s Golden Grants, for supporting foster children in Contra Costa County!
Ms. Pardo's Sports Abilities Training Equipment Tropical Elementary School Receiving the Golden Grant for sports equipment was a tremendous opportunity for my classroom of students preparing for the Special Olympics. With the grant, I was able to invest in a variety of specialized sports equipment tailored to their needs, from bowling kits to sensory-friendly balls and inclusive team sports gear. The impact of this grant on my students' training for the Special Olympics has been remarkable. They are not only developing their physical abilities but also building teamwork, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment. The adaptive equipment allows each student to participate fully and comfortably, regardless of their abilities or challenges. Every day, I see the joy and determination on their faces as they train with the new equipment. It's more than just preparing for a competition; it's about empowering my students to reach their full potential and celebrate their achievements. Thanks to the Golden Grant, my students are not only athletes but also ambassadors of inclusion and determination. I'm incredibly grateful for this opportunity to support their journey to the Special Olympics and beyond.