The Kids' Project thanks volunteers

Twenty volunteer woodworkers and upholsterers gathered in Bath for annual appreciation luncheon

The Kids’ Project, Pine Tree Society’s adaptive equipment program for children with special needs, hosted a luncheon on Thursday to show its appreciation to the people who work hard to make the program a success – the volunteers. 

"The knowledge that each of you posses in your given areas of expertise, whether it be woodworking or sewing, is priceless and we as an organization are very lucky to have you as volunteers," Jeremy Lucas, Director of the program, said to the twenty volunteers who attended the event. 

The Kids’ Project has a network of more than 40 volunteers from all corners of Maine and beyond.  The volunteers donate their time and talent to construct classroom, therapy room, seating and positioning equipment for children with disabilities. 

According to Lucas, over the past year, the volunteers have made quite an impact.

"Due to the work that each of you do we provided more than 550 pieces of adaptive equipment," he said.  "Each piece is durable, beautiful, but most importantly affordable."

Volunteers were treated to a presentation by Kathy Adams of the Maine CITE Cooridnating Center.  Maine CITE helps Maine people get, keep and use the assistive and universally designed technology they need.  Kathy talked about the benefits of specific pieces of equipment frequently constructed, giving the volunteers a greater understanding of their impact in the lives of the children who use the equipment.

"Volunteers don’t often get to see the equipment in use," said Lucas.  "They appreciated any opportunity to learn more about the use and benefits of the equipment they construct."

To learn about volunteer opportunitities with The Kids' Project, click here.

The Kids' Project helps children with special needs experience success by providing affordable high-quality, adaptive equipment constructed by talented volunteers. 

Pine Tree Society helps people in Maine with disabilities lead richer, more socially connected lives. Too often, people with disabilities feel left out, even isolated. With the help of Pine Tree Society, they’re not alone.  We share a spirit of innovation and desire to discover new ways to break down barriers that many find insurmountable. It started as a bold new idea in 1936 and it continues every day.  Whether it’s a child discovering her first best friend at Pine Tree Camp or an adult finding his voice with customized assistive technology, Pine Tree Society changes lives. For more information, please call (207) 443-3341.

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