2.9.1 Project Sunshine (Day)
Project Description:
Purpose:
The purpose of Project Sunshine at Texas A&M University is to provide free programs and services to children with long-term illnesses, disabilties, and special needs in the Brazos Valley area. Project Sunshine members volunteer to provide fun activities for the children and support for their families. Our main goal is to provide friendship while bringing a smile to the kids' faces.
157 members who serve 44 families.
Year Founded:
Fall 1999
Membership Dues:
$70 per semester ($35 for Spring semester if returning member)
Admits Members:
Sept. and Jan.
Meeting Locations:
Rudder Tower
________ ACTIVITIES ___________
Challenger Sports: 82 kids.
2-5: 23%
6-10: 32%
11 & up: 45%
Santas Wonderland: 85 kids.
2-5: 13%
6-10: 48%
11 & up: 39%
Themed play days (movie nights, days at the park, etc):
Disney Day: 30 kids
2-5: 27%
6-10: 46%
11 & up: 27%
Ocean Day: 33 kids
2-5: 33%
6-10: 52%
11 & up: 15%
Paint Day: 27 kids
2-5: 30%
6-10: 48%
11 & up: 22%
Carnival Day: 20 kids
2-5: 25%
6-10: 65%
11 & up: 10%
Jungle Day: 26 kids
2-5: 27%
6-10: 46%
11 & up: 27%
Friday Fun Nights:
September: 37 kids
2-5: 20%
6-10: 40%
11 & up: 40%
October: 31 kids
2-5: 25%
6-10: 40%
11 & up: 35%
November: 31 kids
2-5: 25%
6-10: 40%
11 & up: 35%
February: 33 kids
2-5: 30%
6-10:45%
11 & up: 25%
Keyword(s):
student group; family support; outreach; service
Core Function(s):
Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Child Care-Related Activities, Recreation-Related Activities, Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
Single-County, Mulit-County, State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
