St. Jude's Ranch for Children

Our kids' art featured at Barneys New York!

We are excited to share with you that Barneys New York at the Palazzo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas invited our kids to design their very own holiday window.  The theme this year is "Hippie Christmas" in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Peach Sign.  You won't believe how incredible this project turned out.  Take a look at the the photo - wow!  We definitely have some artists on our campus.  Just think these kids cans say "I designed a window at Barneys New York" -- how great is that?  Even better is the fact the art is for sale for a minimum donation of just $100.  (Similar art pieces for campaigns in New York are going for $250 or more so don't miss this great opportunity!)  Think fantastic gifts this holiday season or a great way to treat yourself.  These art pieces have a very special meaning and you'll be helping a great cause and some really deserving kids. Click here for an enlarged photo of the window and to get the canvas of your choice, contact Jennifer Becker, Community Relations Coordinator for Nevada at 702.294.7102.  They are only available through Christmas hurry before they are all gone!

"Twilight" screening a HUGE success!!

Sponsored by South Point Hotel & Casino, last night's screening of the new movie "Twilight" raised approximately $25,000 for St. Jude's Ranch for Children! According to Jennifer, our community relations coordinator in Nevada, "The screening went great! Our group was about 35 kids strong and they were absolutely buzzing with excitement all night long. The place was packed and the audience gave our kids a standing ovation - it was quite touching." Unfortunately, we don't have any pictures for you this time - photography wasn't allowed since it was a pre-screening. A huge thank you to all who turned out and supported our kids and to our wonderful sponsor, South Point Hotel & Casino!

Lots of Exciting Events - Things Are Definitely Happening at the Ranch!

Hi Everyone!  Lots of exciting events to update you on this week - you won't want to miss these great events! 

 

Boulder City Campus: 

"Twilight" Screening Sponsored by South Point Hotel & Casino:
Thursday, November 20, 2008

As mentioned in the previous post, this event has sold out.  Be sure to check back for the recap.

 

Night of Lights 2008
Friday, December 5th and Saturday December 6th from 6 pm - 9 pm
This year's event will be held on Friday, December 5th and Saturday December 6th from 6 pm - 9 pm.  You won't want to miss this incredible evening.  The event is truly a celebration of our children and is their Holiday Open House Celebration.  Featuring a silent auction, a visit by Santa, hayrides (remember how much fun those were?!), hot chocolate served by the kids, 'smores and more - it's all here. 

Texas Campuses:

Hope for the Holidays 2008
Thursday November 20 - Friday, December 19, 2008
Benefiting our Bulverde and New Braunfels Texas Campuses

We are excited to announce the launch of our grand Christmas fund/gift-raising campaign.    The New 94.1 KTFM - Woody in the Morning Show in San Antonio, Texas has partnered with both Texas campuses to engage the community and help raise awareness for our amazing kids.  Through on-air promotions on 94.1 KTFM, we will be driving the South Texas community to our new website and the new Hope for the Holidays webpage to raise donations and procure gifts for our kids and our homes.  With the help our our wonderful supporters and the generous Texas community, we know we can make this Christmas one of joy and memories for the children who call The Ranch home.  Be sure to check out the video of KTFM's recent visit to St. Jude's Ranch where Woody and Robynne met with Campus Directors Arnold Valdez and Kimberly Chaves, met Matt, one of our residents and chatted with others from our kitchen.  Contact Jena Evans at jenaevans@gmail.com with any questions and be sure to check back here after the event for a recap.  Happy Holidays!

16th Annual Jingle Bell Run
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Benefiting our Emergency Children's Shelter in New Braunfels, Texas
Held in Landa Park in New Braunfels, Texas the 5K Race and Family Walk/Run gets under way at 9 a.m. with cash prizes for top finishers.  All entrants are registered for a chance to win (1) round trip ticket on Southwest Airlines.  Why not get a team from the office together or gather some friends and make it a family affair!  Visit our website for all the details.

South Point "Twilight" Screening Sells Out!

As you may have heard recently on many newscasts and online, the new movie "Twilight" is making waves everywhere and early screenings are selling out across the country.  Thankfully we are elated to report that our early screening sponsored by South Point Hotel and Casino is no exception!  Benefiting the Boulder City Campus, over 900 tickets have been sold for tonight's event - what great news for the kids!  If you weren't able to get tickets, be sure to check back here following the event for a full recap.  A huge thank you out to everyone who has purchased tickets - thank you for your support and we hope you had a great evening!

South Point 'Twilight' screening to help St. Jude's Ranch

The South Point Hotel and Casino's Thursday, Nov. 20 special advance screening of the film "Twilight" will benefit St. Jude's Ranch for Children Boulder City campus.

The special showing of the popular teen vampire drama, based on the books by Stephenie Meyer, is at 7 p.m. in the Century South Point. There will be a 6 p.m. reception with refreshments and entertainment.

Tickets are on sale at the South Point box office, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, or by calling 797-8055, or online at www.SouthPointCasino.com. Tickets are $25. VIP reserved seating tickets are $100. All tickets include the reception, popcorn and a soda.

South Point will donate all proceeds from ticket sales to St. Jude's Ranch for Children to help restore the campus kitchen.

In the Press: St. Jude's Ranch gives kids a chance

KVBC-TV, Wed., Oct. 29, 2008

When a child is placed in the foster care system, sometimes all they have are the clothes on their back. And it's not always easy adjusting to a new life and a new family.

But as News 3's Collette Wieland explains, one non-profit group in Boulder City is giving kids a place to call home.

To read the full story and watch the video visit:

http://www.kvbc.com/global/story.asp?s=9258544

Make a difference in our kids' lives

Hello and welcome to the inaugural blog for St. Jude's Ranch for Children! We are so excited about this new medium and look forward to sharing all the wonderful things St. Jude's Ranch and our wonderful team is doing to help abused, abandoned and neglected kids.  Most importantly, we can't wait for you to read all about our amazing kids. We have lots of things to share with our readers and we look forward to hearing from each of you as well.  We encourage you to participate.

 

Stay tuned for upcoming posts including event updates, stories and ways you can help make a difference in our kids lives.