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Spring 2010
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KSS NEWSLETTER SPRING
2009
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KSS Newsletter
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KSS Newsletter Leading the Way to Healthy Lifestyles! Kids Sports Stars is positively
changing the lives of thousands of kids and their families …..one kid at a time.
We’re building the infrastructure for growth so we can effectively reach more schools
and more kids. We welcome our first Executive Director, Anne Byrne
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Fall 2009
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KSS NEWSLETTER
FALL 2009
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KSS Newsletter
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Moving forward with Great Strides! Kids Sports Stars is positively changing the
lives of thousands of kids and their families…one kid at a time. With new initiatives
like the KSS Toolkit, we are reaching more schools effectively and building the
infrastructure for growth.
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Spring 2009
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KSS NEWSLETTER SPRING
2009
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KSS Newsletter
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Kids Sports Stars is now celebrating its five-year anniversary. Such occasions prompt
us to look both backwards and forwards. We've certainly come a long way since 2003-4.
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Fall 2008
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KSS NEWSLETTER FALL 2008
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KSS Newsletter
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Latest Results Prove that KSS Programs Work! The lastest evaluations are in - and
what a great story they tell! "WOW!" says Susan Wilder, M.D., president-elect of
the AZ Academy of Family Practice. "These results are spectacular and a great model
to perpetuate."
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Spring 2008
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KSS NEWSLETTER SPRING
2008
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KSS Newsletter
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KIDS SPORTS STARS (KSS) fall programs showed strong participation! Two thousand
kids walked/ran over 60,000 miles-an average of 30 miles per kid! These kids also
learned about healthy eating and gained self confidence from setting and achieving
goals. And these accomplishments were achieved in 20 schools in the neediest areas
of greater Phoenix.
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November 2007
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KSS NEWSLETTER
NOVEMBER 2007
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KSS Newsletter
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Thanks to those who offered feedback in the launch of our first electronic newsletter—updates
on the KIDS SPORTS STARS (KSS) programs and progress. Please let us know how you
like it by responding to this email. We welcome you to pass our E-Letter on to others
who might be interested in our work with the kids.
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Spring 2007
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KSS NEWSLETTER SPRING 2007
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KSS Newsletter
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Over 3000 kids to date involved in the three programs funded by Kids Sports Stars(KSS).
New partnership with Scottsdale Healthcare off to a great start. Donors at the Circles
Giving level are making a big impact allowing KSS to raise funds without an annual
event.
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FALL/WINTER 2006
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KSS NEWSLETTER FALL/WINTER
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Newsletter
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It has been a wonderful year for KIDS SPORTS STARS! With your support, our programs
positively impacted the lives of well over a THOUSAND kids in need throughout the
Phoenix area—helping them to adopt active, healthy lifestyles using the power of
sports and fitness. These kids completed marathons, walked the border of Arizona,
learned to eat the right foods, experienced new successes and now understand the
value of exercise in their lives.
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April 6 2006
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RALLY FOR THE KIDS! HONORS ALL
STAR STUDENTS AND RAISES $90K
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News Release
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Over 250 people attended the Rally for the Kids! on April 2, 2006, raising $90,000
for KIDS SPORTS STARS! 21 ALL STARS from the Kids Sports Stars Program met Lyn St
James Honorary Chair, rode in high end cars, and received awards
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February 14 2006
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OVER 800 STUDENTS START SPRING
FITNESS PROGRAM
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Press Release, Kids Sports Stars powered by Azimuth Foundation
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KIDS SPORTS STARS powered by Azimuth Foundation in partnership with Phoenix Children’s
Hospital recently added a new spring fitness program titled Kids Rock Around AZ.
The program kicked off January 23, 2006 and covers a six-week period ending March
3.
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February 1 2006
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RALLY FOR THE KIDS!
EVENT SCHEDULED SUNDAY, APRIL 2
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CALENDAR MEDIA ALERT
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KIDS SPORTS STARS powered by the Azimuth Foundation is preparing for its annual
fundraising event, Rally for the Kids, on Sunday, April 2, 2006. The rally is designed
to develop community awareness, bring positive public attention and raise essential
funds for the KIDS SPORTS STARS programs. Additionally, the event will recognize
KIDS SPORTS STARS Ambassadors, seven time Indianapolis 500 race car driver and honorary
chair Lyn St. James, event
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December 5 2005
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KIDS HALF WAY TO COMPLETING
MARATHON
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Press Release
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Students from the Creighton School District in Phoenix are gearing up to complete
a full marathon this year! On December 7, they’ll receive a new pair of running
shoes, a pat on the back from D-backs mascot Baxter, and continue on their way to
completing a goal of 26.4 miles, the last mile which will be completed at the 2006
Rock n’ Roll Marathon.
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October 2005
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SUMMER PROGRAM SHOWS 60% INCREASE
IN GIRLS' SELF-ESTEEM AND WEIGHT LOSS
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Press Release
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"Azimuth Foundation's Kids Sports Stars Summer Program has had a dramatic impact
on Florence Crittenton's at-risk girls. Its concentration on individual success
through a structured athletic program has been a catalyst to consistent exercise,
weight loss and increased self-esteem," said Linda Volhein, Executive Director,
Florence Crittenton.
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July 2005
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NEW BOARD MEMBERS FOR KIDS SPORTS STARS
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Richard Altman and Suzanne Watson have joined the Azimuth Foundation Board in support
of KIDS SPORTS STARS.
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May 2005
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RALLY FOR THE KIDS! FUDRAISER Set for April 2, 2005
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KIDS SPORTS STARS Powered by Azimuth Foundation Fundraising Event Chair, Linda Blakemore,
( linda@kidssportsstars.org ), sets
date and plans high-end sports car rally in support of the kids.
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