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- 1. Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center: 145 Years of Makinga Differencein the ErieCommunity& Acrossthe Commonwealth Gary L. Bukowski, MA, CFRE Associate VP of Development June 9, 2016
- 2. A look at the early years…
- 3. Who Was Sarah A. Reed? • Sarah A. Reed was born on March 16, 1838, the eighth and final child born to William and Elizabeth Reed • Sarah Reed’s great-grandparents, Seth and Hannah Reed, arrived by sailing ship from Buffalo on July 1, 1795, and became the first family to settle in Erie • Sarah’s great-uncle, Rufus Reed, built a residence in Erie at Sixth & State, which would later become the first location of “The Home for the Friendless,” the charity Sarah would lead for over 60 years • Sarah’s life was rooted in community service – she led a literary society, supported her church and participated in at least 25 organizations during her lifetime, which spanned from 1838-1934 Take n from A Legacy of Caring: A Tribute to Sarah A. Reed by Margaret L. Tenpas
- 4. The Beginning of Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center • In 1871, Sarah A. Reed and a group of 30 women joined together to help orphaned and homeless children in Erie. They formed “The Association for Improving the Conditions of the Poor, and A Home for the Friendless” * Two Divisions: The children and the “Old Ladies” • Their purpose was “to generally take care of the unfortunate and poor without regard to sect or religion” • They accepted boarders in addition to children who would be offered for adoption. Some women, left widows or deserted by husbands, wanted desperately to keep their children but needed to work • The boarding system allowed children to have good accommodations, remaining together until their mother could again establish a home for them Take n from A Legacy of Caring: A Tribute to Sarah A. Reed by Margaret L. Tenpas 22nd & Sassafras
- 5. The Beginning of Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center • The first occupants were received on November 2, 1871 • The cost at the time was $1.64 ½ per week, per “inmate” • Sarah enjoyed finding activities for both the children and the older ladies to participate in and frequently arranged for street car rides and picnics for the children. She entertained the older ladies at tea parties in her own home and hosted annual Christmas parties Take n from A Legacy of Caring: A Tribute to Sarah A. Reed by Margaret L. Tenpas
- 6. Notes from the First Annual Report, Circa 1872 Operating Budget in 1871: $1,500/year Number of Children and Adults Served in 1871: 80 Stories of the First Individuals Who Were Helped by Sarah Reed: • “Recently we have received four motherless children. The father could not stay with them at home, being depended upon his daily labor for support. How much better to place them here, under the care of our efficient Matron, than to separate them…” • “Then Oscar was thrust upon us; and who that saw or attempted to care for that mischievous, naughty, lovable boy, can ever forget him? His was a strong nature that could be controlled only by love, and we are thankful that he has been adopted into a family whose influences, we believe, will develop his better qualities. They write of their attachment to him and desire to retain him.” • “A woman and her infant here, for a short time, found shelter and food.”
- 7. Erie’s Oldest Human Services Agency • Sarah Reed was involved in this organization for over 60 years and served as Board President for 45 years. In 1921, the Home for the Friendless celebrated it’s 50th Anniversary. Sarah was 83 at the time and continued in her role as president for another 12 years • It was renamed Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center in 1936 in honor of Sarah Reed’s contributions, a change she would not allow during her lifetime • Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center is the oldest human services agency in Erie • In 1961, Sarah A. Reed Children's Center opened its main campus in Millcreek Township Take n from A Legacy of Caring: A Tribute to Sarah A. Reed by Margaret L. Tenpas
- 8. Erie’s Oldest Human Services Agency • By 1978, all children referred to the Sarah Reed Residential Program required specialized mental health treatment, thus ushering in a new era of services designed for children. • In 1986, two independent non-profit corporations formed as Sarah Reed Children's Center and Sarah Reed Retirement Center.
- 9. Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center today… “Sarah Reed, to me, is a second chance in life to restart. If you try to restart without Sarah Reed, it won’t be easy. It’s a sanctuary for us all.” -Gavin
- 10. Fast Facts Today our programs and services help children and adolescents who are working to overcome emotional, mental and behavioral health challenges, many of whom have suffered varying levels of trauma • Number of Children & Adolescents Served: 1,700 Annually • Age Range: 3-18 years • Average Number of Staff: 340 • FY 15-16 Operating Budget: $16,500,000 • Accreditations: Joint Commission for Accreditation on Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and the American Psychological Association (APA). • Sanctuary® Model: Cutting-edge therapy method that was developed by Dr. Sandra Bloom. Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center was one of the first agencies to adopt this model and become a Sanctuary®-certified organization. Seven Commitments of Sanctuary: 1. Non-Violence 2. Emotional Intelligence 3. Inquiry & Social Learning 4. Shared Governance 5. Open Communication 6. Social Responsibility 7. Growth & Change
- 11. Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center Outpatient behavioral health services: -Blended Case Management -Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services -Parent-Child Interaction Therapy -Traditional and Family Therapy - Student Assistance Program School-based services provided to students in the following districts: -City of Erie -Millcreek -Fairview -Union City -Wattsburg -General McLane -Iroquois … and more!
- 12. 7 Locations Throughout Erie County • Administrative Offices & Residential Treatment Program 2445 West 34th Street • Erie, PA 16506 • Hamilton Campus – Partial Hospitalization Program 2931 Harvard Road • Erie, PA 16508 • Outpatient Programs 1611 Peach Street, Suite 185 • Erie, PA 16501 • Millcreek Partial Hospitalization Program 3814 Asbury Road • Erie, PA 16506 • Bayfront Alternative Education Program 40 Holland Street • Erie, PA 16507 • Career Alternative Education Programs 8500 Oliver Road • Erie, PA 16509 • Sanctuary ® Education for Learning Fundamentals 1020 East 10th Street • Erie, PA 16503
- 13. Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center • Children come to Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center from some of the following counties:
- 14. Looking to the future… The Importance of Private Philanthropy:
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- 16. Exciting New Developments • Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center will celebrate it’s 145th Anniversary during FY 2016-2017 • $6 Million Capital Project at our Hamilton Campus – Strategic partnership between Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center and the Primary Health Network
- 17. Sarah Reed’s Role in Erie’s Comprehensive Plan
- 18. Exciting New Developments • Developing a Philanthropic Vision for the organization • Expand our friend and donor base so that we can make an even bigger impact on the number of children and families we serve • Creation of the Sarah A. Reed Legacy Society – Planned Giving
- 19. You Can Make a Difference! • For more information about Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center and how you can help make a difference, please visit us online at www.SarahReed.org • Also, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn for the latest news and info! https://www.facebook.com/SarahReedCC https://twitter.com/sarahreedcc https://www.linkedin.com/company/sarah-a-reed-children%27s-center Thank You!
- 20. Questions? GaryL. Bukowski, MA,CFRE AssociateVPofDevelopment (814)835-7602 [email protected] www.SarahReed.org “Without Sarah Reed, I don’t think I would be where I am today. Sarah Reed gives people chances to shine and do their best. It’s a life-changing experience. Kids come and go, but each individual will take so much out of Sarah Reed: coping skills, life skills, social skills…just about everything.” -Claudia