Our Supporters on Summer Camp
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Our Board of Directors and supporters are working hard to ensure that we can provide a phenomenal Summer Camp experience for the girls who need us. They're sharing stories about why Girls in the Game programming is so important and impactful.
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AthletiCo Game Day at Stevenson Elementary
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Thanks to AthletiCo, Girls in the Game hosted a Game Day event for 43 girls in fifth grade at Stevenson Elementary School.
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Leader-to-Leader interview with the Chicago Cubs
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Girls in the Game Teen Squad members teamed up with the Chicago Cubs to meet and learn from women leaders.
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PepsiCo Game Day at Libby Elementary
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Thanks to PepsiCo, Girls in the Game hosted a Game Day event for 52 girls in third through eighth grade at Libby Elementary in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago.
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Super Saturday in North Lawndale
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Girls in the Game collaborated with Junior League’s Kids in the Kitchen to host a Super
Saturday event in the North Lawndale neighborhood for 45 participants.
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Leader-to-Leader interview at McTigue Financial
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Teen Squad members recently participated in a Leader-to-Leader interview at McTigue Financial. The teens and the women learned about being strong,female leaders from one another.
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Girls in the Game Educates through 3rd Annual Youth Summit
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Congratulations to Girls in the Game Teen Squad members and staff for presenting at the 3rd Annual Youth Development Summit at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
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Meet our 2012 - 2013 Teen Squad
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Congratulations to all of the new members of the 2012-2013 Teen Squad! Get to know these incredible young women
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Game Day at Peck Elementary with ATI
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ATI funded a Game Day for 87 girls in sixth through eighth grade at Peck Elementary School. Four ATI volunteers worked with Girls in the Game staff to lead the girls through stations focusing on Smart Eating, Tennis, Yoga, and Healthy Relationships.
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Kids in the Kitchen with the Junior League
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Girls in the Game collaborated with Junior League's Kids in the Kitchen to host a fun and informative family night at McGuane Park.
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Girls in the Game partners with the Cash for Kids Foundation
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Girls in the Game middle school participants from Agustin Lara Academy in Chicago had a once in a lifetime experience in meeting Swin Cash, Olympic athlete and Chicago Sky player.
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Girls in the Game experiences healthy eating from farm to table
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Girls in the Game board members sponsored a trip to Angelic Organics Farm in Caledonia, IL. Girls enjoyed picking their own pumpkins and squash, milking goats, holding chickens, and pulling vegetables to be used for the meal they prepared.
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Second Annual Sears 5k Run/Walk a WiLD Success
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Over 130 Sears Holdings Corporation employees participated in a 5K run/walk organized by Women in Leadership Development (WiLD). Participants and donors raised over $5,400 for Girls in the Game programming. Thank you Sears!
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Chicago girls out of school, but still in the game
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To ensure girls in Chicago are safe and active during the Chicago Public Schools strike, Girls in the Game has partnered with The Chicago Park District to keep girls in the game.
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Girls in the Game visits Bloomington, IL
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Girls in the Game's Training and Evaluation Team visited Bloomington, IL to help bring community organizations and Universities together, share resources and make a difference in the lives of girls in the community.
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Summer Squad Tours Robert Morris University
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Girls in the Game’s Summer Squad visited Robert Morris University to learn about the school’s academic and athletic programs.
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Federal Reserve Bank Leader-to-Leader Interview
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Teens from Girls in the Game’s Summer Squad visited the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago to learn about the careers of the bank's female leaders and share their Girls in the Game experiences.
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Summer Squad leads with Judge Carol Kelly
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Teens from Girls in the Game’s Summer Squad met with Judge Carol Kelly and other Cook County Juvenile Court leaders to learn about different law and courtroom careers.
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PepsiCo Day at Summer Camp
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Thank you to PepsiCo volunteers for bringing smiles to the faces of the Girls in the Game campers at Sports and Leadership Summer Camp at Union Park.
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Chicago White Sox Volunteer Corps Day at Camp
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Girls in the Game campers had a great day when volunteers from the Chicago White Sox visited the Sports and Leadership Summer Camp at Union Park. The White Sox’s mascot, Southpaw, came along as well!
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AthletiCo Leader-to-Leader Interview
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Girls in the Game Summer Squad teens visited AthletiCo for a Leader-to-Leader interview. The teens had the opportunity to watch female physical therapists, a massage therapist, and a personal trainer in action.
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SOM Leader-to-Leader Interview
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Members of Girls in the Game’s Summer Squad met with Skidmore, Owings & Merill LLP Chicago leaders to learn about their architecture careers and teach them about Girls in the Game.
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Crowe Horwath Day at Camp
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Girls in the Game campers had an awesome day when 11 volunteers from Crowe Horwath visited the Sports and Leadership Summer Camp at Union Park. The volunteers participated in sports activities and a health and leadership workshop.
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Ox & Pen Day at Summer Camp
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Volunteers from Ox & Pen came to spend time at Union Park with Girls in the Game campers on July 19, 2012. The five volunteers were dressed in purple shirts in the spirit of Girls in the Game!
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Summer Squad interviews WTTW11 leaders
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Members of Girls in the Game’s Summer Squad went to WTTW on July 17, 2012 to speak with women from the station and teach them about Girls in the Game.
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PepsiCo leaders help our Summer Squad learn to lead
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Girls in the Game’s Summer Squad met with successful female leaders at PepsiCo on July 10, 2012 to teach them more about Girls in the Game and learn about their careers and backgrounds.
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Chicago Cubs at Summer Camp
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The Chicago Cubs volunteers brought smiles to the faces of the Girls in the Game campers on July 5, 2012 when they visited Union Park for the Sports and Leadership Summer Camp.
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Strong! Documentary Screening
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Join Girls in the Game for a screening of the film Strong!, a film about U.S. Olympic weightlifter Cheryl Haworth. The film will be followed by a panel discussion.
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UPS Gets in the Game!
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Thirty-five UPS team members sporting brown t-shirts recently got in the game by joining girls and their families at a Saturday Day of Play at Seward Park.
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Raven's Summer at Girls in the Game
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Check out one girl's story of how Sports and Leadership Summer Camp had an impact on her life.
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Sports, Health, and Fun at Girls in the Game
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With help from our friends at UPS, the Junior League of Chicago, and Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers, over 100 girls gathered together to learn about sports, health, and leadership.
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Making a Difference on the North Side
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Zulemy was quiet, shy, and reserved when she joined the Girls in the Game After School Program at Salmon P. Chase Elementary in October. That all changed at the end of March.
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We Have Entries to the SOLD OUT Chicago Marathon!
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Join our Charity Race Team and receive free entry to the sold out race, free training, gear, and motivation to make every mile count.
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March Online Auction Goes Live!
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Who says silent auctions are only for special events? We have courtside Bulls tickets, Cubs tickets, Autographed Chicago Sky and Bears items, a trip to Florida, and MORE! Hurry, this auction ends March 28.
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17th Anniversary Field of Dreams a Success!
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On February 23, over 500 guests said “Game On!” to supporting the mission of Girls in the Game at the 17th annual Field of Dreams. Click here to see photos and video from the evening.
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Jewel Osco Honors Community Impact of Girls in the Game
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Supervalu-owned Jewel-Osco celebrated Black History Month on February 15, 2012 with its 13th annual “A Taste of Black History” program. Girls in the Game received the Nutrition Education Award.
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Saturdays at Girls in the Game
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Now girls have even more opportunities to get moving: Girls in the Game’s recently implemented Saturday programming!
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Winter Clinic Participants Score a Hat Trick of Fun
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In partnership with Chicago Blackhawks Youth Hockey Training, girls ages 8-13 will learn the fundamentals of field hockey, along with studying messages in media and healthy eating.
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Join Our Charity Race Team in 2012
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Last year, Lauren Reaumond was inspired to run the Bank of America Chicago Marathon with Girls in the Game because of the positive changes she saw in teen girls through our programs.
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Girls in the Game Blog
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See what's happening in Girls in the Game programs this year! Catch up on the latest entry now.
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Making a Difference, One Girl at a Time
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Meet Olivia, who learned the importance of teamwork and healthy relationships at a recent Game Day.
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Advisory Board Members Get in the Game with the Teen Squad
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Teen Squad members incorporated physical activities, nutrition, and leadership development into a workshop with Advisory Board members and gave them an inside look at how Girls in the Game creates a safe and positive environment for girls.
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Running WiLD with Sears Holdings Corporation
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Over 200 employees from Sears Holdings Corporation gathered together to participate in a 5k run/walk on September 23. The event raised over $7,000 for Girls in the Game.
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Jocabed's Triathlon Experience
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Jocabed recently completed her first triathlon with the Girls in the Game Youth Triathlon Team. Read more about her experience.
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Teens Attend the Childhood Obesity Conference in San Diego
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Two girls from the teen program attended the 6th Biennial Childhood Obesity Conference in San Diego. Check out their thoughts and insights from the conference.
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Vote for Girls in the Game through the Pepsi Refresh Project
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Vote for Girls in the Game to win $50,000 for Sports & Leadership Summer Camp. You can vote every day in July at http://www.refresheverything.com/girlsinthegame.
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International Sports Leaders Get Girls in the Game
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Identified as a leader in sports and healthy lifestyle programming for girls, Girls in the Game was selected by WorldChicago as a partner as they hosted leaders in women’s sports from around the world.
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Girls in the Game Receives Community Leadership Award from the President's Council
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As a part of the celebration for National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition (PCFSN) has awarded Community Leadership Awards recognizing leaders in fitness, sports and nutrition programming.
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The All Star Team Presents: The Need for After School Programs in Chicago
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Check out the All Star Team's video highlighting the importance of after school programs in preventing youth violence and encouraging physical activity.
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'Women Everywhere' Volunteer at McGuane Park
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Volunteers got in the game and made a big difference at McGuane Park After School and Family Night last Thursday afternoon.
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Girls in the Game Holds 8th Annual GIG Olympics
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Over 150 girls, volunteers, and staff joined together on May 21 to wrap up another exciting year of Girls in the Game After School programming before the start of a fun-packed summer at Sports and Leadership Summer Camp.
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Girls in the Game Featured in Make It Better
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Photos from Field of Dreams were recently featured in an edition of Make It Better.
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Leader to Leader Interview Features Medical Professionals
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Girls from our Teen Programs visited Resurrection Health Care, where they learned all about the medical profession.
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State of the Game 2011
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Girls in the Game is growing fast, but we’re not keeping up with the need. Read about our plans to expand and serve more girls.
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Girls Learn Lacrosse
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Every year, Girls in the Game partners with Northwestern University’s nationally acclaimed women’s lacrosse team to host a lacrosse clinic for Girls in the Game participants.
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Coach Sofia
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Sofia and the other teen program participants showed off their coaching skills at Vi Living in Glenview through leading various exercises, games, and even facilitating a Wii bowling tournament!
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Peace Week at Flourish Studios
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Save the date! Flourish Studios is celebrating Girls in the Game by hosting a week-long shopping event May 2-8 where 10 percent of the proceeds will benefit Girls in the Game’s comprehensive healthy lifestyle programs.
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Charity Chat Features Girls in the Game
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Amy Skeen, Executive Director, was featured on online talk show Charity Chat last week.
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Coach Madeline Chosen as Award Finalist
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One of Girls in the Game’s own, Madeline Wilk, was chosen as one of the 50 top finalists for Positive Coaching Alliance’s Double-Goal Coach® Awards Presented by Liberty Mutual Insurance.
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Day of Play Gives Girls a Chance to Try New Sports
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Stanton Park was filled with smiles and laughter Saturday morning as 40 girls participated in soccer, rugby and cheerleading at a Day of Play hosted by Girls in the Game.
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Meet Varsity Squad Member Ka'Derricka
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Coach Ka'Derricka, a senior in high school and first year member, shares how the Varsity Squad program has impacted her life.
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Aetna Foundation Awards Girls in the Game $15,000
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Girls in the Game recently became the recipient of a $15,000 grant from the Aetna Foundation, to support After School Programs.
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Access Community Health Network Supports Game Days
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As a sponsor of several Game Days at Girls in the Game, Access has helped more girls around Chicagoland gain exposure to our healthy lifestyle programming.
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General Mills Hosts Game Day at Gary Elementary
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Thanks to General Mills, girls at Gary Elementary in West Chicago participated in a Girls in the Game Game Day - playing soccer, learning yoga and talking about positive self-confidence.
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Fashion for a Cause
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Girls in the Game makes a difference and looks good while doing it! Five nonprofit representatives competed for a prize from Block37 Shops, and our own Kristi Skala won.
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Chicago Public Schools Lack Sports Programs for Girls
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A complaint was recently filed against Chicago Public Schools stating that girls in the district do not receive the same opportunity to participate in sports as boys. Girls in the Game programs can fill a crucial void in this disparity.
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Kids in the Kitchen's Fall Kickoff
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Girls from the After School Middle School program cooked up some fabulous fall fare while learning the importance of healthy eating.
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Rachel's Story
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Meet Rachel, a Girls in the Game participant who overcame serious life obstacles such as homelessness and family illness to become a leader and role model to younger girls.
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Girls in the Game Honored at Beyond Sport Conference
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Girls in the Game was honored to be a part of the 2010 Beyond Sport conference, and even more honored to be selected as a finalist for the United Airlines Chicago Impact Award. Thank you for everyone who voted for us. Read more here.
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Meet Spring Training Coach Kristi
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Training and Evaluation Manager Kristi Skala leads Girls in the Game's new Spring Training program, training youth service providers to implement our healthy lifestyle programming across Chicago.
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Why Charity Race Team Member Julia Runs
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Training for her first marathon, Charity Race Team member Julia Houlihan decided to raise money for Girls in the Game. “Health education and healthy lifestyle development is so important for girls,” she says.
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Chip in for Girls Golf Outing Featured in Today's Chicago Woman
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This June, the 11th annual Chip in for Girls golf outing raised over $50,000 to provide scholarships to Girls in the Game Sports and Leadership Summer Camp. Today's Chicago Woman featured photos of event attendees enjoying the day.
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Girls in the Game Provides a Voice at Going on 13 Screening
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The documentary Going on 13 will play at the Chicago Cultural Center. Girls in the Game staff, participants and alumnae will attend to offer their perspective on the issues the film presents.
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Chicago Sky Fitness Festival a Major Success
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The Sky was the limit as girls from all over Chicagoland joined together for an evening of sports, fun, and Chicago Sky basketball.
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LPGA Drives Home Fun at Girls in the Game’s Summer Camp
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LPGA golfers, in partnership with RR Donnelley, spent a day filled with golf, yoga and fun at Girls in the Game’s Summer Camp.
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Meet Coach Alex
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At Girls in the Game’s summer camp, Coach Alex teaches more than 100 girls traditional and nontraditional sports every day. Learn more about what Coach Alex loves about summer camp.
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Introducing Summer Squad!
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For the first year, Girls in the Game has enrolled seven girls in its two week Summer Squad leadership program. Read more about what they're learning.
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The Sky's the Limit with Girls in the Game!
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Want to watch Chicago's hottest basketball team in action and help Girls in the Game at the same time?
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Nike Employees Donate Time and Shoes
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On Thursday, May 20, employees from the Nike Factory Store in the Chatam neighborhood of Chicago will visit Girls in the Game programming to give out Nike gym shoes to participants.
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How Sports Can Change a Girl's Life
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Author and Girls in the Game supporter, Sara Paretsky, guest writes an article about Girls in the Game in the current issue of Parade Magazine.
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Getting Girls in the Game
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Lauren Bohn spent a couple afternoons getting to know the Girls in the Game participants in our after school program. View interviews and footage from her time spent in programs!
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Girls in the Game Heads to D.C. to Share Best Practices
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Last week, Girls in the Game presented workshops on programming best practices at the Urban Soccer Symposium and the National After School Alliance Convention. View the workshop presentations here!
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Girls in the Game Already in Motion to Meet First Lady's Let’s Move Challenge
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Girls in the Game strongly supports the nationwide initiative, Let’s Move, to be led by First Lady Michelle Obama.
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October Marathons
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The Bank of America Chicago Marathon may be closed - but there are plenty of other marathons in the Midwest that we'd like to help train you for!
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Eileen Fisher Continues to Support Girls in the Game
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Girls in the Game and Eileen Fisher share a common goal - to enhance the well-being of girls and women. Read how we've been working together.
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Olympian Connie Moore to Join Varsity Squad at Girls' Summit
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Track and Field Olympian, Connie Moore, will join Girls in the Game teen leaders to help improve girls’ health and nutrition this Saturday at McGuane Park.
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Girls in the Game Parent Encourages Funding for Girls' Programs
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While it's our job as parents to guide our children to adulthood and instill good habits and values, it's not an easy task and we are always on the lookout for tools to assist us. The single most helpful tool for us has been Girls in the Game.
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Girls in the Game Big Help for Those in Need
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For her entire life, Perriy'ea Clay has been wanting to get into the "Game."
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A Parent Shares Her Story of How Girls in the Game Changed Her Daughters Life
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My daughter began when she was 8 years old as a summer camper with Girls in the Game. This week at 17-1/2 she is interviewing for a Senior Summer Camp Counselor.
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White House’s Tchen to Celebrate 15th Anniversary of Girls in the Game
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On February 25, 2010, Tina M. Tchen, Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement and Executive Director of the White House Council on Women and Girls will attend and speak at Girls in the Game’s 15th Anniversary Gala, Field of Dreams.
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State of the Game 2010
Success Stories
You hear a lot of bad stories in the news these days, and it can be tempting to feel disheartened about the state of our country. But Girls in the Game recently received some good news from our partners at Loyola University that we are proud to share.
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What Makes a Good Leader?
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Girl Talk
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Read the winter edition of the girls' newsletter from our After School program at Union Park.
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United Through Dance
Success Stories
Try to imagine 28 young women from seven different schools coming together for the first time. You might picture some awkward silence and shyness, right?
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Girls and the Game and Moving Comfort - A Perfect Fit
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Last year Girls in the Game found a partner that was a perfect fit.
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Meet Coach Rebecca
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Learn why coaching makes Coach Rebecca smile.
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Volunteer With Holiday Cheer!
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Ever wonder what you should do with those old holiday sweaters tucked in the back of your closet? Read what one of our coaches and volunteers is doing with hers all week!
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Elks National Foundation Scholars in Game
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First order of business, help fourth-grade girls score soccer goals, teach eighth-graders the dangers of smoking, and lead sixth-graders in yoga techniques -- not your typical Board meeting...
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Fenger Students Access Game Day
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On Friday, December 11, 2009, Girls in the Game and Access Community Health Network will host a special three-hour Game Day event for 60 girls ages 14-18 at Fenger High School on Chicago’s south side.
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4th Annual Wine Tasting Event Raises More than $6,000
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PepsiCo Chicago, United Healthcare and the Girls in the Game Advisory Board brought together more than 70 friends and supporters to sample great wine, mingle and support Girls in the Game.
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