Lutheran Family Services of Colorado Awarded $40,000 to Establish the Child Enrichment Fund
Lutheran Family Services of Colorado has been awarded $40,000 to establish the Child Enrichment Fund. The funds will be used to provide children in foster care the opportunity to participate in music lessons, dance classes, athletic endeavors as well as other positive, character-building activities.
Dr. Phil Foundation Awards $25,000 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America for Music Education Program
The Dr. Phil Foundation awarded $25,000 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America toward implementing the Music Makers National Music Education Program in 11 clubs across the country. This program features high-participation and age-appropriate activities to deliver the benefits of music education to youth 6-18.
On Behalf of the Dr. Phil Foundation, Jay McGraw Presents a $10,000 Donation to Kidd Kraddick's Kidd's Kids
Founded in 1991 by nationally syndicated morning show personality Kidd Kraddick, Kidd's Kids gathers families experiencing the enormous struggles of having a child with special needs and treats them to a fantasy-filled vacation. On behalf of the Dr. Phil Foundation, Jay McGraw presented a $10,000 donation that will bring laughter and magic into the lives of children, 5-12 and their families for five fun-filled days at Disney World in Florida.
In Collaboration with Award-Winning Singer/Songwriter Deborah Gibson, the DPF awards $10,000 to Camp Electric Youth
In collaboration with award-winning singer/ songwriter Deborah Gibson, the Dr. Phil Foundation awarded $10,000 to Camp Electric Youth. This grant will enable the organization to fund scholarships to four deserving and talented youth, which provides them the opportunity to receive instruction in vocal techniques, songwriting and acting.
Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation Meets the Challenge
Dr. Phil and Robin present $85,000 check to Paula Van Ness of Starlight Starbright
In March, Dr. Phil and Robin attended the Stellar Night Gala, where they pledged to contribute $500 for every seat in the Dr. Phil studio audience occupied by a Starlight Starbright supporter. In response, 150 guests attended a live taping of Dr. Phil resulting in an $85,000 gift from The Dr. Phil Foundation.
These funds will be used to support Starlight Starbright's efforts to help seriously ill children and their families cope with pain, fear and isolation through entertainment education and family activities.
Dr. Phil Foundation Shares Movie Magic with Children's Medical Center
Children's Medical Center got a taste of Hollywood in the spring of 2007 with a visit from Dr. Phil to launch a new in-house movie network for patients.
Donated by the Dr. Phil Foundation, the kids' entertainment system offers the latest box office hits, family favorites and classic movies from various studios including Paramount, Warner Brothers, Disney, Sony and others, which children can watch in the privacy of their own rooms. Movies are also available for viewing in designated public areas of the hospital.
Partnering with the Dr. Phil Foundation to make this project possible was Master Video Systems, Inc., located in Dallas, which donated equipment and services.
Children's Medical Center, Dallas is private, not for profit, and one of the largest pediatric healthcare providers in the nation. Dedicated exclusively to the comprehensive care of children from birth to age 18, Children's provides patient care ranging from simple eye exams to specialized treatment in heart disease, hematology, oncology and cystic fibrosis.
Dr. Phil Foundation Brings Music Back to a Mississippi School
St. Martin's Middle School, which is located in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, was completely devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
In addition to the loss of their buildings, they also suffered the loss of all of its musical instruments. As a result, over more than half of the school's enrolled students were left without access to quality music programs.
The Dr. Phil Foundation, in collaboration with Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation, donated $62,000 in September 2006 to enable the school to fully restore the music program. "What we did here was more than replace instruments," said Dr. Phil. "We helped restore the hopes and dreams of children, letting them and their families know there is someone out there who still cares."
The contribution from The Dr. Phil Foundation was used to purchase a variety of musical instruments and address the need to give young people increased access to the arts.
Dr. Phil and Robin Pay a Surprise Visit to Help Raise Funds for CASA in Chicago
Dr. Phil, Susan Ahern and Joe Ahern, President/General Manager WBBM-TV Chicago.
The stars were shining bright the evening of November 5th, 2006 when Dr. Phil and Robin made a surprise visit to help raise funds to benefit CASA of Lake County, which provides services to abused and neglected children.
Addressing the 400 attendees, Dr. Phil voiced his unconditional support of efforts to advocate for the health, safety and best interests of abused and neglected children.
Dr. Phil auctioned off two gift packages consisting of VIP tickets, signed books from him and Robin, airfare, hotel accommodations and a tour of the world-famous Paramount Pictures Studio for $22,500, which the DR. PHIL Foundation then matched with a contribution of $22,500 for a total of $45,000.00!
Dr. Phil Foundation Makes Music in Detroit
Eric Seals/Detroit Free Press
In September 2006, The Dr. Phil Foundation contributed $7,500 to YouthVille Detroit, a specially-designed center serving kids, ages 11-19.
The center, located in the central city area of Detroit, provides young people a variety of development activities in technology, music, dance and the arts. Among the music program offerings are the opportunity to sing in choral ensembles, compose and record electronic music and perform existing and original works. However, to elevate their music program to an optimal level, the center badly needed musical instruments.
The contribution from The Dr. Phil Foundation was used to purchase a variety of musical instruments and address the need to give young people increased access to the arts.
Children's Defense Fund Beat the Odds Program
Marian Wright Edelman, Founder and CEO of the Children's Defense Fund, accepts a $50,000 contribution from the Dr. Phil Foundation to support its Beating the Odds program.
With the goal of supporting young people who are "beating the odds" and continuing to work hard, demonstrating academic excellence and giving back to their community, the Foundation contributed $50,000 to the Children's Defense Fund. The donation was presented to Marian Wright Edelman at the CDF's 2006 Scholarship Luncheon, which more than 500 community leaders in Houston attended on March 8th.
Dr. Phil Foundation Helping Kids
Robin presents $50,000 check to Fred Martin, Founder of the Urban Entertainment Institute.
April 14th was a milestone day for the Dr. Phil Foundation, which contributed $190,000 to three organizations: Camp to Belong for the benefit of Zakiya Kidd, TYME (Teach Youth Motivate and Empower) and the Urban Entertainment Institute. The recipients provide services to disadvantaged children and to youth in foster care as well as those who have been emancipated. The Urban Entertainment Institute (UEI), based in Los Angeles, is an inner-city music program offering classes in dance, music, theater and the arts to at-risk and economically disadvantaged youth.
In addition to the cash contributions, $90,000 of in-kind contributions including toys, games and musical instruments went to these organizations.