The Foundation donated 615 books to "Kids to Kids," a program of Spread
The Word Nevada.
The programs goal is to promote literacy and to make it possible for all of
Nevada’s children to discover the magic of books!
The books will be distributed to the students at Elbert Edwards elementary school on December 18,2008.
July - August - September 08
The Budding Ivey Foundation Feeding Those Less Fortunate
The Foundation contributed a total of 1200 meals to the 4000/5000 feeding program in Las Vegas. This program involves outreach to families, veterans, and homeless in need of a nutritious meal.
August 2008
Project Read: Celebrating Literacy The Budding Ivey Foundation
DistributingBooks to the Roselle Youth
THE BUDDING IVEY FOUNDATION held a book drive at city Hall in Roselle, NJ on August 29th, 2008 in conjunction with the 22nd annual Free School Supply Give- Away presented by Mayor Garrett Smith.
Roselle is the hometown of Bud, Pam and Phil Ivey.
The book drive is an effort to increase literacy awareness and meet our goal in assuring all children have a home library of books they will love to read!
THE FOUNDATION IS PLANNING ANOTHER BOOK DRIVE IN LATE NOVEMBER FOR
THE YOUTH IN LAS VEGAS.
You may ask, “How can I participate?” Please go directly to our contribution page and donate or send your check or money order payable to the Budding Ivey Foundation, P. O Box 370144, Las Vegas, Nevada 89137. The children will benefit greatly through your generosity!
We are excited about Project Read and request your support. The Budding Ivey Foundation will place a personalized label in each book that has been gifted from you as follows: One label $10; three labels $20; 10 labels for $50. For corporate sponsors and those of you looking to donate more than 10 books, please contact pamela@buddingiveyfoundation.
orgfor information.
Label Sample:
July 2008
The World Series of Barbecue and Budding Ivey Game Night Celebration raises a combined total of $260,000!
The well known charity poker tournament, hosted by Phil Ivey on July 1, 2008 at the fabulous Golden Nugget pool - The Tank, was a huge success and fun for everyone who attended. Major players joined Phil in raising money for The Budding Ivey Foundation, and other participating organizations.
"We want to thank all of you for supporting the foundation and look forward to your continued support in helping us meet the educational needs of the at-risk children and their families," said LaTosha Perry, Vice-President of Operations.
Perry reported that contributions also went toward the following enrichment programs:
Empowered To Excel (reserve account)
MSCDC re-development project in Linden, NJ
MFM – youth ministry
Living Waters –women and girls outreach
Northern Educational Services, Inc. (NES)
The 4000/5000 Feeding Program
“There are many other programs in need; please continue to lend your support. One person can make a difference!” she said, expressing her thanks.
The Foundation donated 615 books to "Kids to Kids," a program of Spread
