Cobbs Creek Foundation June Newsletter
Academic Bridge Summer Camp:
Cobbs Creek Foundation's Academic Bridge Program is back this summer! This year, the program will be a full-day, two-week camp designed to help bridge the academic gap that many students experience due to summer break. This program will support over 65 children by providing creative math and literacy programs as well as social-emotional learning time. This program goes beyond traditional math and literacy by incorporating the expertise of Cosmic Writers, a local nonprofit partner that provides accessible creative writing programming helping young writers develop strong communication skills, strengthen their creative thinking abilities, and become intrinsically motivated to write. Additionally, we will have two teachers from each school working with us to provide support if needed, helping create a truly immersive and dynamic learning environment by creating exciting ways to work on math skills and other literacy skills. During the mornings, the camp focuses on creative mathematics and literacy, engaging the young minds in innovative problem-solving techniques and fostering a love for reading and writing. In the afternoons, the emphasis shifts to social-emotional learning. Through various interactive activities, the camp helps children build essential life skills, such as empathy, resilience, and effective communication. By combining academic programming with a nurturing environment, the Cobbs Creek Foundation's Academic Bridge Program will ensure that every child leaves the camp having had fun and being excited about learning!

If you're interested in learning more about the Academic Bridge Summer Camp, please contact Maria at Maria@cobbscreek.org, and she will gladly share the inspiring lesson plans with you.
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High School Senior Internships:
Cobbs Creek Foundation hosted eight seniors in from Harriton High School, Shipley School, and Friends Central for three weeks of learning and volunteering. These seniors spent 30 hours a week volunteering and supporting Cobbs Creek area nonprofits and elementary schools. On Mondays, time was spent discussing the context of our volunteering, focusing on an educational framework about the impact of poverty as it relates to housing and food insecurity, education, health and addiction, and additionally racial injustices. 
 
The rest of the week, these seniors volunteered in two area nonprofits: Multicultural Community Family Services at 69th Street and St. Barnabas Mission Community Center, working in their food pantry. These high school seniors also spent time during the week in local elementary schools working in classrooms and with after-school tutoring programs for 1st-4th graders focusing on STEM projects and math support. 
 
It was an exceptional three weeks for all involved, and these outstanding seniors brought their learning, compassion, and work ethic to each place they went. These wonderful seniors understood that they were the ones who benefited, learning about all the assets that exist and the numerous ways they could add value to this community. 
 
We are grateful for their passion and commitment to the Cobbs Creek community!
Congratulations to Maria Stroup!
Cobbs Creek Foundation wants to celebrate Maria Stroup for this extraordinary achievement! The City of Philadelphia's Office of Children and Families recognized Maria Stroup for supporting the school community and being a fantastic partner! Congratulations Maria! We are beyond grateful to have you as a part of our wonderful Cobbs Creek Team. You do such amazing work, and we are excited to be able to celebrate you!
Ways to Give & Get Involved:
Volunteering:
We have several upcoming volunteering opportunities listed below! If you're interested in volunteering with our organization, please sign up here or click on the specific activities you'd like to participate in.


Monthly Giving:
Consider signing up for a monthly gift of $19.16. This gift would help provide consistent support to the Cobbs Creek Foundation, allowing us to plan and implement long-term projects for the betterment of the community. With your ongoing contributions, we can continue to make a positive impact on the Philadelphia Community.

Donor Advised Funds:  
A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable giving vehicle that provides an immediate tax benefit to the donor while allowing them to make grants to qualified nonprofit organizations like the Cobbs Creek Foundation. When giving through your DAF, you can find us under Cobbs Creek Restoration and Community Foundation. 
Click here to learn more about CCF!