Get STAMPED! - December 2015 Newsletter

Get STAMPED! - December 2015 Newsletter
12/4/15, 8:03 AM
KIDS DISCOVERING THEMSELVES AND THE WORLD
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December 2015 (Q4)
Dear Kiahnna,
AWARDS/HONORS
Association of Black
Women Physicians
Organization in
Highlight (2015)
Panelists at Howard
University MBA
Program's 2015
Business Conference
Happy Holidays! Next month applications for our 2016 program and
trip to Cuba will be available, so look out for the announcement, and
spread the word. In the meantime, check out our NEW PROMO
VIDEO, and take advantage of GIVING Tuesday (Dec 1) to satisfy
your inner philanthropist and do-gooder by clicking the donate and/or
volunteer buttons in this newsletter. Then read through "STAMPED"
to find out more about our program, how we impact the lives of
children and their communities, and ways that you can get involved,
such as volunteering and attending events. You'll even have a few
fun things to do, like WIN A PRIZE and learn a new Cuban recipe.
Share and Enjoy!
Our New Promo Video!!
CONTACT US
CALE Now!
19434 Londelius Street
Suite 100
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Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 428-1028
www.calenow.org
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Board of Directors
Yasmin Baskin-Griffin
AnGele Cade
Kiahnna Patton
Advisory Board
Golden Butler
Erica Carter
Norman Coulter
Mustafa Sahin
Dexter Webster
CALE NOW GAMES & TRIVIA
WIN A PRIZE!
2 tickets to our 2016 End of Program Celebration (food, gifts, more!)
1. In September's newsletter, what was the Cuban
recipe highlighted?
2. What are the three major areas CALE Kids explore
during their 8-week summer program?
3. Name the last 2 countries CALE Kids traveled to.
Email your answers to info@calenow.org. Winner will be chosen
randomly from those who submit correct answers to all 3 questions
by December 10. Good luck!!
FUNDRAISERS and THE CASE FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
FUNDRAISING
VIEJAS BUS TOUR - Jan 10
After Christmas sales, here we come! We're
VOLUNTEERING ABROAD
VOLUNTEERING WHILE
TRAVELING
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going shopping at the Viejas Outlets and having
a little fun at the Viejas Casino and Resorts in
San Diego.
This one is for adults only
(21+). REGISTER HERE to secure your spot on
the bus. Only $25 (tax deductible donation!).
Your Day Trip Package Includes:
Round trip transportation aboard
a comfortable bus liner
Snacks and drinks for the bus ride
50% off at any casino restaurant
A Viejas Outlets discount book
Don't miss the chance to have fun & help fund
our trip to Cuba.
Our founder, Kiahnna Patton, was interviewed
by blogger Tyra, of BarrisTourista, to explore
the topic of volunteering abroad.
CALE Kids are so amazing in the ways that
they help others and devote significant time
and effort to improve the lives of people at
home and abroad. This article highlights their
work.
Doing Good: Volunteering While Traveling,
captures the essence of our contributions to
the global society. Check it out and learn more
about us and other women who are changing
the world through volunteering abroad!
VOLUNTEER WITH US Kiahnna
VOLUNTEER PROJECT
Every month we spend time to helping others. Join us!
December 12: Holiday Carnival with The Help Group
Help to ensure that each child among over 2,000 at-risk children and
their families has a holiday to remember. All ages are welcome to
volunteer. 13130 Burbank Blvd in Sherman Oaks. RSVP HERE
WHAT'S COOKING? A TASTE OF CUBA!
Natilla - Cuban Cinnamon and Vanilla Custard
Total Time: 30 minutes
Four 1/2-cup servings
Ingredients
2 cups milk
1 stick cinnamon
Pinch salt
1 quarter-size piece of lime peel
4 egg yolks
½ cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 1/8 cup water
Scrapings of 1/4 vanilla bean, or more to taste
Ground cinnamon, for garnish
Recipe by Daisann Mclane
Instructions
Step 1
Place the milk, cinnamon stick, salt and lime peel in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil.
Remove from the heat and allow to cool, letting the spice and lime steep in the milk.
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CALE KIDS & SUPPORTERS
BE A 2016 CALE KID
THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEERS
DONATE HERE & VOLUNTEER HERE
YOU CAN GO TO CUBA
Check out what we did last year in our
IRELAND VIDEO. It is a sample of the fun we
have, and the connection we make between
the weekly sessions' learning and the countries
we travel to. In 2016 all of our cultural lessons
will be focused on the beauty and uniqueness
of CUBA!
APPLICATION 2016
To become a CALE Kid, you must meet the
following simple criteria:
1. Be a student age 11-14
2. Secure passport book by May 2016
3. Attend all program sessions - Saturdays
from June 4 to July 23
4. Attend the trip to Cuba - Approximately 1
week end of July/early August
5. Submit completed 2016 Application
along with Letters of Recommendation
6. Attend orientation session along with
Parents
7. Have good behavior & great potential!
Scholarships are available to cover the cost of
the program and the international trip!
Applications available HERE in January!
OUR VERY IMPORTANT VOLUNTEERS
CALE Volunteers are the life blood of our
organization. They facilitate learning sessions
with our kids, mail flyers to local schools,
donate money and goods, fundraise, beautify
our office, shower us with encouragement, and
do everything in their power to ensure CALE
Kids have a powerful growth experience. A
heartfelt thanks to:
Alexis A.
Ariel J.
Andres F.
Brandon C.
Dexter W.
Dominique F.
Emily W.
Erica C.
Gabrielle Q.
Golden B.
Jennifer D.
Jonathan D.
Joshua P.
Josie P.
Lisa L.
Lorie L.
Maureen N.
Melendy B. (pictured)
Mervin R.
Michala W.
Morshelle T.
Nzinga G.
Prisca O.
Reginald B.
Renee P.
Robyn M.
Sandra S.
Stephanie DLS.
Teyardia L.
Theresa Q.
Tolley C.
Troy W.
Venera W.
Virge P.
Veronica P.
Yahnese G.
You are valued and appreciated more
than you know!
CALE Now is a program that transforms the lives of young people through innovative methods to
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teach them about the world and how they can impact it. We reach kids at a critical age at which
they face peer pressure, self-esteem issues, and decisions that begin to shape the future of a
person. We influence them at a higher level, so that their entire life can be different. Thank you for
helping us to accomplish the mission to create global leaders with international mindsets!
Sincerely,
Kiahnna, AnGele, Yasmin and the entire CALE Now! Family
CALE Now Newsletter Team
Yahnese Griffin, AnGele Cade, Kiahnna Patton
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