Astor Services Annual Report FY20-21

VOLUNTEERS GIVING BACK

Astor’s Kids4Kids initiative is a program that stemmed from the Families for Astor Committee; a committee that has been instrumental in fundraising for the Residential Program in Rhinebeck and promoting Astor’s mission throughout the Hudson Valley.

“My experience as an intern with the Recreation Department this summer allowed me to feel a deeper connection to the organization. It was an invaluable experience working with the staff and kids at the Residence.”

– Quinn Kortbus age 15

The Kids4Kids initiative is made up of students from the villages of Rhinebeck and Red Hook, ranging in age from 7 to 14 years old, who volunteer their time to fundraise for the children and youth at Astor.

During COVID, the children were determined to find ways to help the children at Astor. As such, they launched a pilot summer internship program for one of the teen members, who worked directly with the Residents over the summer.

Their impact continued by hosting an outdoor Fall Festival, where local families and visitors came together to enjoy fun activities and learn about the impact of Astor Services, while raising funds for their Expressive Arts program.