C.R.E.W. stands for Children’s Respite Exceptional Workforce, an organization comprised entirely of volunteers who donate their time and talent towards areas of CRCC that need assistance beyond the scope of CRCC’s staff.
The purpose of C.R.E.W. is to operate exclusively for the benefit of Children’s Respite Care Center and its programs. All C.R.E.W. activities are consistent with the mission and purpose of the Children’s Respite Care Center.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Susan Knapp • President
Kara Shainholtz • President Elect
Lisa Freeburg • Vice President Fundraising
Kim Reeves • Recording Secretary
Mary Anne Holm • Treasurer
Brenda Christensen • Vice President Membership
Deb Whitman • Corresponding Secretary
Melissa Lorenzen • Advisor
If you would like to lend your time and talent we have several opportunities for involvement and participation in the following areas:
Center Activities
Assist with implementing Events/Projects conducted at each center that specifically benefit the children being served:
- Quarterly Birthday Parties
- Staff Appreciation Event (Annually in March or April)
- Holiday Baskets (Annually in December)
FAMILY SUPPORT
C.R.E.W. provides support to families who require a little extra “TLC” in various areas of their lives.
C.R.E.W. works to secure games and toys for birthdays, provide family meals or gift certificates to be used during hospital stays and supply needed items for special occasions beyond the requirements of daily life.
Wish Closet (A collection of games, toys & gift certificates to be utilized as needed in Family Support)
FAMILY EVENTS
Throughout the year, seasonal events are planned for CRCC families to come together and celebrate life and spend time with other families facing like issues. C.R.E.W. helps implement these parties and coordinate activities.
Examples of these get-togethers:
- Center Holiday Parties
- Spring Fling
- Fall Festival
DONE-IN-A DAY PROJECTS
Often, CRCC has projects that can be accomplished within a day. Examples are:
- Arts For All (Single day event held annually in April)
- Garden Planting
- Gift Wrapping
- Holiday Baking
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES:
- $10.00 • Under 25
- $25.00 • Member
- $50.00 • Contributing Member
- $100.00 • Sustainer
- $250.00 • Supporter
If you are interested in becoming a crew member; contact Amber @ (402) 895-4000 or aburk@crccomaha.org.