Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Firefly Blankets
Firefly Blankets!
Make a great gift for
the camper on your list!
Call 724-934-9600 to get yours today!
Supply is EXTREMELY limited.
Blankets are only $19!
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Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Spina Bifida Support Group
group facebook page or by emailing support@sbawp.org
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Wednesday, October 05, 2011
Make a Holiday Gift to SBAWP TodayLight Up a Life Campaign
Clicking on the image below will take you to the "Light Up a Life" Campaign site:
This holiday season, help SBAWP to help you, or a family member, or a friend with spina bifida who benefits from SBAWP programs. Light Up a Life by making a donation to a campaign (or by setting up a campaign yourself).
Your gift makes a difference! Every dollar raised through the "Light Up a Life Campaign" goes directly to programs to help individuals with spina bifida and other similar disabilities.
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Day of Giving on October 4, 2011Increase Your Gift to SBAWP
Thanks to all who made a gift to the Spina Bifida Association of Western PA (SBAWP) on the Pittsburgh Gives Day of Giving on October 4, 2011! More than 20 individuals donated $5281 for SBAWP, and with the 14.5% match by The Pittsburgh Foundation, that means that more than $6000 was raised for SBAWP! We are grateful to our donors and to The Pittsburgh Foundation for their support!
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Friday, September 09, 2011
Redefining Spina BifidaRedefining Spina Bifida
October is spina bifida awareness month and to celebrate we are working on spreading awareness and changing attitudes!
Help us by ordering your Redefining Spina Bifida T shirt today! Click the shirt to get an order form.
Order deadline is October 11, 2011.
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Thursday, August 18, 2011
Entertainment BooksSave Money and Help SBAWP
You can save on purchases and raise money to support the programs of the Spina Bifida Association of Western PA (SBAWP) by buying your 2011 Entertainment Book from SBAWP this year. The books are available now at a cost of $30.00 each.
New this year is an "On the Go" feature which include a key tag and a mobile app so you don't need to remember your coupon book!!
Call Diana at 724-934-9600 to place an order, or click here to place an order online so that SBAWP receives credit for the books ordered.
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Sunday, August 07, 2011
Come to the SBAWP Summer Festival sponsored by Seubert and Associates to check out our great Auction Items.
Chances are 1 ticket for $1.00, 6 for $5.00, or 15 for $10.00. Winner need not be present to win, and you can purchase your tickets ahead of time by calling 724-934-9600.
Here are just some of the wonderful items you can win:
Pittsburgh Pirates Basket. Four Tickets to a Pittsburgh Pirates game, an autographed photo of Jose Tabata, and more.
Sarris Candies Chocolate Lover’s Dream Gold Gift Basket
Super Steeler Basket A print of an autographed photo of Troy Polamalu, a laminated copy of the PG Front Page of the 6th Super Bowl Win, Super Steelers: Pittsburgh Returns to Glory with Championship Season book, Handcrafted Painted Steelers Wooden Tailgate Train,' and more.
Renaissance Day Spa Green Apple Package II (2) Includes an Aromatherapy Relaxing Massage, Aromatic Heated Towel Treatment, Hand Reflex Treatment, Foot Reflex Treatment, Scalp Relaxer, Gilden Tree Zen Forest Foot Soak, Gilden Tree Foot Nourishing
Handcrafted Wooden Train Set (Two): Exquisite handcrafted wooden toy train set, for display or play! Also includes two admissions to the Shaker Woods Festival in Columbiana, Ohio.
Golf for Four at the Treesdale Country Club Golf Course - $300 value
Handcrafted Wooden Construction Vehicle Set- Exquisite handcrafted wooden working construction vehicle set, for display or play. Also includes two admissions to the Shaker Woods Festival in Columbiana, Ohio
A Pittsburgh Milestone: The 75th Anniversary of the Pittsburgh Steelers Medallion Collection.
Discover Pittsburgh Basket Included: Two Dinner Entrées at the Spaghetti Warehouse, Two Free Admissions to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and Two free admissions to the Heinz History Center.
The Great Lake Getaway Package Includes a voucher for two tickets to the Erie Playhouse as well as 4 seat reserved tickets to a Erie Seawolves Minor League Baseball Game.
Sterling Silver and Glass Pearl Necklace - Double-strand sterling silver white glass pearl necklace valued at $125. Donated by Trinity Jewelers.
Summer Fun for the Kids Basket Lots of outdoor playthings and candy for the kids, including Bubbles, coloring books, crayons, a duffel bag and much, much more. Donated by NexTier Bank.
Highmark Caring Place Basket- Chockful of goodies including a beach towel, backpack, fleece throw, and much, much more.
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Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Greek WeekThank you for a GREAT summer! We had a blast at camp this year! Can't wait to see you at retreats.
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Saturday, May 21, 2011
2011 Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community
Thanks for Taking a Walk with Us!
On May 21st, 125 people walked on behalf of SBAWP in the Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community, raising more than $8000 to benefit SBAWP programs! The weather was perfect for a walk through the streets of the North Side and downtown Pittsburgh.
More than 5000 people walked for 67 non-profit organizations in the Pittsburgh area in the Walk.
It is not too late to make a donation, or sponsor someone who walked for SBAWP. Until June 3rd, just log onto http://sbawp.dojiggy.com/ , then click Make a Pledge to sponsor a registered walker or to make a general donation to SBAWP.
For more information, call 724-934-9600 or 866-620-WALK.
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Friday, April 22, 2011
SBAWP Resource Library
SBAWP Resource Library
Looking for a good book? Need more information about spina bifida, or information about services available to individuals with disabilities? Check out SBAWP's online Resource Library http://astore.amazon.com/wwwsbawporg-20 .
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Friday, January 07, 2011
SBAWP Receives Grantfrom the Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation
SBAWP has received a grant of $5000 from The Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation for support BluePrints Preschool Play Program.
The Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation - created, funded, and administered by physicians - holds an honored place in Pittsburgh's health care history. Instituted in 1960, ACMS started the Foundation with donations from the polio immunization program. The immunization effort was undertaken by ACMS and the Allegheny County Health Department, and sparked a public outpouring of donations collected in jars on the streets of Pittsburgh.
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Friday, January 07, 2011
SBAWP Receives Grantfrom Child Health Association of Sewickley
SBAWP recently received a grant of $5000 from The Child Health Association of Sewickley for support of its BluePrints Preschool Play Program in 2011.
The Child Health Association of Sewickley is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to raising funds to help children in Western Pennsylvania. To date, The Child Health Association has made grants of over 3.3 million dollars in Western Pennsylvania, funding educational, medical, social and recreational programs and services.
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Friday, December 10, 2010
SBAWP receives Award2010 Best of Wexford
Spina Bifida Association Of Western Pennsylvania
Receives 2010 Best of Wexford Award
U.S. Commerce Association's Award Plaque Honors the Achievement
NEW YORK, NY, November 22, 2010 -- Spina Bifida Association Of Western Pennsylvania has been selected for the 2010 Best of Wexford Award in the Social Service Center category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).
The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
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Thursday, October 07, 2010
Spina Bifida Association Launches SB University
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Friday, October 01, 2010
Adopt-a-Ghost CampaignSpina Bifida Awareness Month
The Adopt-a-Ghost Campaign is part of the
Spina Bifida Awareness Month.
All proceeds will help support programs and services of
The Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania.
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
FireFly ApparelShow your camp pride!
Order your FireFly Camps and Retreats apparel today!
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
Joe Corbi's FundraiserTo benefit FireFly Weekend Retreats
We are at it again! Working to raise some dough for the FireFly Weekend Retreats!
To participate -- just give us a call!
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Monday, August 09, 2010
Local Unions Ready to Tee OffFor the 22nd year, three local unions will tee off to provide funds for the SBAWP FireFly Camps and Retreats program. The annual event that is open to everyone is sponsored by the Boilermakers Local 154, the Steamfitters Local 449 and the Ironworkers Local 3. These three unions have championed sending youth and adults to summer camps and weekend retreats.
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Monday, August 02, 2010
Laps for LifeSwimming for SBAWP
On Friday August 27, 2010,
Varney Holland will be holding
"Laps for Life," a swim to raise money for SBAWP,
at the Baierl YMCA, 6:30pm - 7:30pm.
To sponsor Varney's swim click here.
Varney will also be raffling off
a signed Mario Lemieux jersey.
Raffle tickets are:
1 for $5, 3 for $10, and 10 for $20
Order your raffle tickets by sending the amount of your purchase, your name and contact information to:
Melissa McCarrell,
c/o SBAWP, 1158 Dutilh Road, Mars, PA 16046
no later than Thursday August 26.
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Monday, August 02, 2010
SBAWP Announces New Director of DevelopmentThe Spina Bifida Association of Western PA Announces New Director of Development
On June 24, 2010, Sharon C. Wolf joined the Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania (SBAWP) as its Director of Development. |
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Volunteers Needed for Summer Festival
2009 Volunteers
SBAWP 2nd Annual Summer Festival Presented by Seubert & Associates is scheduled for August 8, 2010, from 2 pm to 8 pm. We need at least 150 volunteer hours on the day of the event. This is a fun way to enjoy the day and help the Association at the same time.
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Thursday, June 17, 2010
SBAWP Announces New STRIVE Program SupervisorJessica Schlie became the new STRIVE (Skills Training and Rehabilitation for Individual Vocational Enhancement) Program Supervisor at the Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania (SBAWP) on Tuesday, June 1.
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Saturday, May 22, 2010
Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community Benefits SBAWP
"For our first year of participation, I am overjoyed at the response of our clients and their families, our staff and their families in support of this effort!" said Dick Lynch, Executive Director of the SBAWP. "To raise over $9,500 in our inaugural year tells me how much everyone believes in what we are doing to serve the people in our area."
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Thursday, April 01, 2010
Mylan Classic:Tickets Fore CharityOrder your tickets today!
The SBAWP is participating in the Mylan Classic's Tickets Fore Charity Program! 100% of all proceeds from tickets sold on behalf of the SBAWP will benefit all of the association's programs and services. To learn more about how to purchase tickets for this exciting golf tour please click on the Read More link below. Thank you for your Support!
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Monday, March 22, 2010
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Pochatko to lead Adult Community ServicesOn Monday, March 1, Jeremy Pochatko became the Manager of Community Services and Support at the Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania (SBAWP). The SBAWP's Adult Community Services Program helps individuals with spina bifida and other related disabilities gain independent living skills. Some of these individuals have completed the SBAWP's Gatehouse program, which provides life skills, educational and vocational training and assists them with transitioning to adulthood in a supportive and structured environment.
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Thursday, March 11, 2010
Girlfriends for Good a Success!The Girlfriends for Good benefit event that was held on March 11th was a wonderful success! A great time was had by all! The SBAWP extends a heartfelt thanks to the women of our community for attending and for supporting the SBAWP. We would also like to thank all those individuals and businesses that made the event possible! Click on Read More to view photos from the event.
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Monday, March 01, 2010
Delicious Joe Corbi ProductsJoin SBAWP in raising funds to support the
FireFly Camps and Retreats!
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Friday, October 23, 2009
University Research StudySpina Bifida Research Announcement
The Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins University are conducting a research study to examine the development of children's abilities to manage their medical and self-care skills related to spina bifida, as well as other skills required for a successful transition into young adulthood.
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Monday, September 14, 2009
Uniontown Country ClubGolf Training Marathon Benefits SBAWP
Rich Conwell presents the check from the golf training marathon to Dick Lynch.
Pictured from left to right, Uniontown Country Club President, David Hughes; Head Golf Professional, Rich Conwell; Executive Director of Spina Bifida Association of W. PA, Dick Lynch; and Golf Chairman, Uniontown Country Club, Jim Ulmer.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2009
FireFly Retreat Date Corrections 
Unfortunately, the dates posted in the Summer Edition of the Kaleidoscope have been revised.
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Monday, July 27, 2009
UNIONS TEE OFF FOR SBAWP CAMPS
A HEARTFELT THANKS TO ALL THE SPONSORS AND DONORS THAT MADE THIS YEARS BOILERMAKER GOLF TOURNAMENT A SUCCESS!!
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Friday, June 26, 2009
Seven SBAWP Employees HonoredSeven employees were honored by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for their years of service to individuals and families of individuals with Spina Bifida. The award and recognition occurred during the Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania's Annual Summer Festival held on June 20, 2009 at Greentree Farm in Cheswick, PA.
Mr. Jacob Haberman, legislative assistant to Rep. Mike Turzai, was on hand to present the award to Wayne Martin - 19 years of service; Jody Ahern - 17 years of service; Christina Reppermund - 16 years of service; Rebecca Crim - 13 years of service; and Melissa McCarrell, Leanne Rader, and Kathy Patton - each with 10 years of service. (Christina and Leanne were not available for the picture. Mr. Peter Kochis, President of the Board of Directors of SBAWP is on the extreme right.)
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Friday, May 08, 2009
SBAWP Moves To New HeadquartersThe Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania (SBAWP) has moved its administrative headquarters to 1158 Dutilh Road Mars, PA. The move is part of a broader effort to expand the Association's capacity to deliver exceptional programming and services to individuals and their families who are living with spina bifida and other related disabilities. The SBAWP will continue to maintain its "Groves Campus" situated next to the Woodland's Foundation, Inc. in Wexford, PA. The Gatehouse and the Fithian House at the Groves will continue to provide exceptional housing and supportive transitional and independent living services to individuals with spina bifida and other related disabilities.
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Saturday, March 28, 2009
Wii Tournament a Success!In the spirit of promoting physical fitness and healthy lifestyles for individuals with spina bifida, the SBAWP hosted its first ever Wii Tournament on March 28th! Nine teams of four went head to head competing for prizes playing Wii Bowling at three different locations on the SBAWP's Groves Campus along with particpants attending an SBAWP adult weekend retreat at the Woodlands Camp Facility. All the participants enjoyed themselves while cheering on friends and supporting their teammates!
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Gaming Our Way To HealthThe SBAWP has recently been awarded a generous grant from the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation. The Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information and advocacy.
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
S.T.R.I.V.E Grant AwardThe SBAWP has recently been awarded a generous grant from the FISA Foundation for its Skills Training and Rehabilitation for Individual Vocational Enhancement Program (S.T.R.I.V.E.) The mission of the FISA foundation is to build a culture of respect and improve the quality of life for three populations in southwestern Pennsylvania: women, girls, and people with disabilities.
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Wednesday, February 18, 2009
SBAWP is a Good Search and Good Shop Charity
Click on the logo and give to Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania each time you do an internet search or shop online! Click on Read More to learn how.
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Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Click on the Winter 2009 Edition of " Kaleidescope" for current SBAWP news and resources! 
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Monday, February 16, 2009
Fithian House Gets First ResidentsThe first residents have begun to move into Fithian House, a 14-unit handicapped accessible apartment complex located in Wexford, PA on the campus of the Spina Bifida Association of Western Pennsylvania. Named in honor of the former Chairman of the Board of SBAWP, Ted Fithian, who passed away in September, 2008, the Fithian House will be "home" to individuals with spina bifida who are living independently within the community.
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Resolve to Get InvolvedNew Year' Eve has traditionally been a time to reflect on the changes we want (or need) to make to improve the quality of our lives in the coming year. We often make resolutions pertaining to our health, loved ones, or learning something new. In 2009, the SBAWP encourages you to add to your resolutions list, "Helping Others".
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