Monday, January 28, 2013

Kajeet and the Community: DC SCORES

By Rick Bolander

This past July, Kajeet continued its support of children in the local community by providing resources for free soccer and arts camps for children in the greater Washington, D.C., area through DC SCORES. The 2012 Couch to Camp program provided the opportunity for about 200 kids to play together, discover the value of teamwork, and get great exercise.

On one of the camp days, the Kajeet staff spent time with children and counselors involved with the program. The day began with an educational scavenger hunt around the National Gallery of Art, which taught participants about their cultural heritage and the future of art. Later, children, counselors, and Kajeet staff went to the National Mall for a game of pick-up soccer, which let the kids stretch their legs and enjoy the beauty of the nation’s capital.

DC SCORES works with schools throughout Washington, D.C., to teach children the value of cooperation and the importance of physical fitness while instilling a sense of community. Individuals can learn more about the organization at americascores.org.

About Rick Bolander: A member of the Kajeet board, Rick Bolander is the Managing Director of Gabriel Venture Partners. Outside of work, Mr. Bolander maintains a dedication to philanthropy and supports a range of worthy causes.

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