Written by Luke Wade:
Growing up with a sister only 3 years younger who is physically and mentally disabled has made me sensitive. Not sensitive to the point of crying when that Sarah McLaughlin pet advertisement plays, which happens, but sensitive to the point that I realize how good my family had it. (more…)
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From Katie Schillare:
The Midland Theatre staff has had the immense pleasure of working with
Deb Wiebrecht and Variety Children’s Charity for the past 3 years on the Variety Show event. (more…)
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From Kim Sykora:
Our son Charlie has Spinal Muscular Atrophy. He has very limited movement, but mentally is your typical 10 year old boy. Our first experience with Variety was last spring when Variety hosted a theater weekend camp. Charlie had an awesome time and loved learning new songs, practicing dance moves and making new friends. We thank all the volunteers for helping our kids put on a fabulous show. Charlie still talks about it and cannot wait for the next production. #varietyofstories
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Written by Allison Mills:
During the 2013 holiday season, all ten of the Talley, Inc. branch offices were notified that they each were allotted a particular amount of money to give to and get involved with their favorite charities in their community. A committee was formed in our Kansas City office and we came up with four different organizations to help. Variety KC was one that touched our hearts as this organization helped one of our own employees just a few weeks prior to this time. Along with the sponsorship of Pepsi, (more…)
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From Darby Brender:
The smiles that light up the faces of those children will forever be embedded in my mind. The joy (more…)