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The 2020 Bowl and Brew to benefit CDS will be on Friday, February 28th

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

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The 2020 Bowl and Brew to benefit CDS will be on Friday, February 28th

Greenville, S.C.  (January 8, 2020):  The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host the Bowl and Brew on Friday, February 28, 2020 from 6pm-8pm at Bowlero in Greenville (located at 740 South Pleasantburg Drive). Guests will enjoy a fun evening of bowling to benefit children with developmental delays and disabilities that are served at CDS each year. Individual tickets are $30.00, with an early bird family package of $100.00 for four tickets. To sign up to play, visit www.cdservices.org/event/bowlandbrew. For more information or to be a corporate sponsor, contact Joy Blue at (864) 331-1314 or Joy.Blue@cdservices.org.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of Prisma Health – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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CDS Announces New Board Members for 2020

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

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CDS Announces New Board Members for 2020

Greenville, S.C.  (December 10, 2019): The Center for Developmental Services is proud to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors.

Kathleen Wall worked for BMW for 25 years. She was their corporate attorney in New Jersey before transferring to Greenville. She retired from BMW Manufacturing in 2011 as vice-president. While a member of Greenville Women Giving, Kathleen and her husband, Chuck Belding, learned about the Center for Development Services. They have been strong advocates for the mission of CDS and the children it serves. Her corporate background, passionate leadership, and local involvement will bring a valuable perspective to the board.

Sarah West works as the Division Human Resources Director at ITW Hartness, a Division of Illinois Tool Works. She recently completed PROPEL GVL, a new board development course that was created by the United Way of Greenville and the Chamber of Commerce. Sarah was drawn to CDS because of the incredible experience and services they provide for children with special needs and their families. Sarah’s deep passion and community service as well as her background and interests will be an asset to the organization.

CDS is honored to welcome these two outstanding community leaders to our board as they commit their invaluable time and talent to supporting children with developmental needs and their families.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of Prisma Health – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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CDS Hosts 2019 Eggs Benefit at the Poinsett Club

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

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CDS Hosts 2019 Eggs Benefit at the Poinsett Club

Greenville, S.C. (September 4, 2019):  The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host their 8th annual Eggs Benefit presented by John I. Smith Charities on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at the Poinsett Club in Downtown Greenville. Breakfast will be served at 7:30 am and the program will begin at 8:00 am. A reservation is required to attend.

Since 2012, this event has raised over $700,000 to benefit more than 8,000 children with developmental delays and disabilities who receive services at CDS each year. Sponsorships are still available. For more information, contact Joy Blue at 864-331-1314 or joy.blue@cdservices.org. To RSVP, visit the event website at www.EggsBenefit.com.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of Prisma Health – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament to Benefit CDS

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

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Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament to Benefit CDS

Greenville, S.C. (August 12, 2019):  The 3rd annual Ned Marshall Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, October 4, 2019 at the Furman University Golf Course in Greenville, SC. The tournament is presented by AC Controls to benefit the Center for Developmental Services (CDS).

Ned Marshall was a beloved employee of AC Controls for 30 years and served the Upstate. Ned had a passion for helping children, and CDS’s mission honors his legacy. Last year the event raised over $17,000 through sponsorships, teams, and donations. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit more than 8,000 children with developmental delays and disabilities who receive services at CDS each year.

If you are interested in sponsoring or for more information, please contact Marybeth Dew at Marybeth.Dew@accontrols.com or call (704) 545-4500.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of Prisma Health – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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Greenville High School Spirit Week Benefits CDS

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

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Greenville High School Spirit Week Benefits CDS

Greenville, S.C. (August 28, 2019):

Saturday, September 6th will kick off the Greenville High School (GHS) 2019 Spirit Week to benefit the Center for Developmental Services. Fun events planned throughout the week will help the students raise money for CDS and raise awareness for the 8,000 children with developmental delays and disabilities served by CDS each year.

“We are very excited to have been chosen by the Raiders this year as their beneficiary,” said CDS Executive Director Dana McConnell. “Their energy gearing up for Spirit Week has been contagious!”

The community is invited to participate in the Spirit Week events. Visit www.GHSSpiritWeek.com for a full schedule of events and activities or to donate online.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of Prisma Health – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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CDS Announces the 2019 Eggs Benefit

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CDS Announces the 2019 Eggs Benefit

 

Greenville, S.C. (August 6, 2019):  The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host the 8th annual Eggs Benefit presented by John I. Smith Charities on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at The Poinsett Club in Downtown Greenville. Breakfast will be served at 7:30 am, and the program will be from 8:00 am – 9:00 am. A reservation is required to attend.

Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit more than 8,000 children with developmental delays and disabilities who receive services at CDS each year. If you are interested in sponsoring or for more information, please contact Joy Blue at (864) 331-1314 or joy.blue@cdservices.org . To RSVP, visit www.eggsbenefit.com.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of Prisma Health – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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CDS Selected As Recipient of the 2019 Agracel Can Do Fund

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

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CDS Selected As Recipient of the 2019 Agracel “Can Do Fund”

Greenville, S.C. S.C.  (June 26, 2019):  The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) was selected as the recipient of the 2019 Agracel “Can Do Fund”. Agracel, Inc. employees selected CDS to receive a $10,000 gift to support operations and programs for the 8,000 children who receive services at CDS. Presenting the check were Jason Vaughn, Richard Blackwell, and Brady Cauthen (not pictured) of Agracel, Inc. and Dana McConnell and Joy Blue of CDS.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of Prisma Health – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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The Bowl and Brew to Benefit the Center for Developmental Services is Thursday, May 23, 2019

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Bowl and Brew to Benefit the Center for Developmental Services is Thursday, May 23, 2019

Greenville, S.C. S.C.  (March 27, 2019):  The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) will host the Bowl and Brew on Thursday, May 23, 2019 from 6pm-8pm at the newly renovated Bowlero at 740 South Pleasantburg Drive in Greenville. Attendees will enjoy a fun evening of bowling, brews, pizza, and a silent auction to benefit children with developmental delays and disabilities that are served at CDS each year. Individual tickets are $75.00. To sign up to play, visit www.cdservices.org/event/bowlandbrew. For more information or to be a corporate sponsor, contact Joy Blue at (864) 331-1314 or Joy.Blue@cdservices.org.

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of the Prisma Health Children’s Hospital – Upstate: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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CDS Receives Charity Navigators Highest Rating for Fourth Year in a Row

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Contact: Blair Stephenson
(864) 331-1304
blair.stephenson@cdservices.org

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CDS Receives Charity Navigator’s Highest Rating for Fourth Year in a Row

Greenville, S.C.  (January 10, 2019):  The Center for Developmental Services (CDS) recently earned the highest awarded rating from Charity Navigator for the fourth year in a row. The coveted 4-star rating shows an organization’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency with its donors.

“Attaining a 4-star rating verifies that CDS exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in [its] area of work. Only 16% of the charities we evaluated have received at least 3 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that CDS outperforms most other charities in America. This exceptional designation from Charity Navigator sets CDS apart from its peers and demonstrates to the public its trustworthiness,” said Michael Thatcher, President & CEO of Charity Navigator.

“We are very proud to have earned this recognition again,” said CDS Executive Director Dana McConnell. “This honor confirms for our donors that all funds we receive are appropriately being used to further our mission of serving children and families with developmental delays and disabilities.”

 

About CDS

CDS is the largest multi-disciplinary treatment facility in the Upstate for children with disabilities and developmental delays. In one location, children receive services in therapy, diagnosis, legal help, day care needs for the medically fragile, and a family support network. The partnership is comprised of Clarity; Family Connection of SC; Medical-Legal Partnership; KidVentures of Thrive Upstate; and four programs of the Greenville Health System: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Kidnetics, The Wonder Center, and Prosthetics and Orthotics. CDS and its partners serve over 8,000 children and their families each year on property donated by the First Presbyterian Church at 29 North Academy Street in Greenville. For more information about CDS or its partners, visit www.cdservices.org.

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