{"id":12768,"date":"2021-10-26T11:02:35","date_gmt":"2021-10-26T15:02:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cfsri.org\/?p=12768"},"modified":"2021-10-26T11:02:35","modified_gmt":"2021-10-26T15:02:35","slug":"its-all-about-the-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/childrensfriendri.org\/2021\/10\/26\/its-all-about-the-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s All About the Kids!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Last Friday, Children\u2019s Friend hosted over 150 corporate partners, supporters, and friends on a beautiful afternoon at our 19th Annual Investing in Our Children Luncheon. This year was unique \u2013 we held the event at our very own Friendship Center. With little voices of laughter lofting through the air from the playground and a surprise parade through the tent from the children from our program, our mission was the center of everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Children\u2019s Friend honored The United Way of Rhode Island (UWRI) with the Friend of Children Award for its long history of investing in Rhode Island children and families. The United Way has invested in our very own children in families for many years, including supporting basic human needs through our Drop-in Center and Emergency Crisis Fund. 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It is the best time of year, and we hope you join us in celebrating!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Holiday Drive Kick-Off<br \/>5:30 p.m.<br \/>Skyline at Waterplace<br \/>1 Financial Way<br \/>Providence, RI<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cash Valet Available<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Free Two Hour Parking at Providence Place The event is free to attend \u2013 come and learn more about our Holiday Drive and join us for excellent food and cheer! 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