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Bank of America Helps Variety Kids Build Confidence Through Performing Arts

We are excited to announce that the Bank of America Charitable Foundation is continuing their support of Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis’ inclusive Performing Arts programs through a generous grant. These Performing Arts programs, which include Variety Children’s Chorus, Variety Dance and Variety Theatre, give St. Louis-area children and teens with and without …

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Sophia’s Safe Space

Medical Equipment / By Variety St. Louis

Just like many kids her age, when Variety Kid Sophia is looking to relax and wind down, she heads to her room to hang out on her bed. At night, she happily snuggles up for sweet dreams and sound sleep. But this hasn’t always been a reality for her. Until just a few months ago, …

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Maddison Receives a Life-Changing Van

Medical Equipment / By Variety St. Louis

Variety Teen Maddison and her family recently received a life-changing gift from Variety – an adaptive van. This van is making it possible for her to travel safely and comfortably, something that may seem simple, but is making a big difference. Visiting fun places like the mall or the park has long been out of …

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Back to School with Camryn

Medical Equipment / By Variety St. Louis

The last time Camryn, who is 11 years old, attended in-person school was in first grade. In 2017, he was diagnosed with a neurological disorder that caused him to lose his vision as well as his ability to walk and speak independently. Since then, he has not been stable enough to go to school – …

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Zion’s Super Cool Ride

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When Variety Kid Zion cycles through his neighborhood on his daily adaptive bike ride, the air is filled with shouts of “I like your bike!” and “Cool ride!” He smiles, laughs, and rides on, proud that he is finally riding a super cool bike of his own. You see, Zion hasn’t always been able to …

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Wyatt’s Back to School Supplies

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When Variety Kid Wyatt started middle school this year, he had many supplies on-hand, including pencils, books, a backpack, and more. He also started the year with a new tool – an insulin pump – and, with it, a new sense of freedom. In May, Wyatt was diagnosed with diabetes. And with this diagnosis came …

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Andrew Achieves His Impossible

Recreation, Therapy / By Variety St. Louis

For a while, many things felt nearly impossible to Variety Kid Andrew. He suffered a spinal cord injury in an accident when he was just four years old, leaving him unable to walk. But that didn’t keep him from doing one of the things he loved most – swimming. Over the years, Andrew has continued …

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Isabel Focuses on Fun at Virtual Camp

Recreation / By Variety St. Louis

Like many students, Variety Kid Isabel struggled during virtual school this past year. It was hard for her to stay focused and engaged, which made learning difficult. Because of this, her mom, Janie, was a little concerned about how Isabel would handle Variety’s Virtual Adventure Camp. As it turns out, she didn’t have to worry …

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Fun Isn’t a Stretch for Madi

Medical Equipment, Therapy / By Variety St. Louis

Variety Teen Madi is very busy and active. She likes to do a ton of activities, many with Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis. Madi attends Teen Camp every summer, participates in our Variety Theatre program and also joins in during various social group outings, among others. So, it’s safe to say that she …

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Thanks Sno Much!

Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

We’d like to say thanks “sno” much to all those who came out to Ballwin Sno-Cone on August 25 in support of Variety Kids! From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on that date, a portion of the stand’s proceeds benefited Variety St. Louis and the kids and teens with disabilities we serve. Variety Families and …

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Variety Families and Friends Enjoy the Bommarito Automotive Group 500

Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

On Saturday, August 21, 2021, Variety Families and friends had the chance to experience the thrill of IndyCar racing at the Bommarito Automotive Group 500 at the World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway, thanks to the generosity of World Wide Technology and the Steward Family Foundation. The organizations donated more than 500 tickets to Variety …

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Chase Goes for Gold

Performing Arts, Recreation, Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

When the Olympics and Paralympics air, you can find children around the world glued to their screens, dreaming of the day they might take the podium for their country. Variety Kid Chase is living out those dreams. Last month, Chase competed in swimming at the Move United Junior Nationals, which serves as a pipeline towards …

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Leah is Amazing

Performing Arts / By Variety St. Louis

Through Variety’s inclusive Performing Arts programs, Variety Kid Leah has grown and flourished into a confident young lady. Like all kids and teens in these programs, she is very talented, and it has been a joy to watch her build her self-esteem each time she steps onto the stage. Recently, Leah has had the …

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Variety Kid smiling and doing arts and crafts through a virtual program.

Summer Camp 2021: The Great Virtual Adventure

Recreation, Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

For six weeks this summer, Variety Kids and Teens gathered online for an exciting and engaging Virtual Adventure and Teen Camp 2021. Through this virtual adventure, campers made crafts, played games, cooked snacks, sang songs, went on virtual field trips, and so much more, all while building friendships that are sure to last even after …

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Variety remembers Henry Givens

Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

Henry Givens was an extraordinary advocate for children with special needs. For more than 20 years, he and Belma have supported Variety and attended Variety events, especially Runway Lights Fashion Show and Dinner with the Stars. His work enriched St Louis and we will miss him.

Welcome to Variety, Kathy!

Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

Please help us give Kathy Payne a warm welcome to our Variety St. Louis family! Kathy is joining us as Controller in the Finance Department and will be responsible for payroll as well as supporting finance and accounting operations. Kathy has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Missouri – Columbia. Her …

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Will Builds Strength and More on Horseback

Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

Did you know that the cadence of a horse’s movement mimics a human walking? That’s what makes hippotherapy so effective – it gives those with mobility challenges, like Variety Teen Will, a way to build strength and coordination by riding a horse. Hippotherapy combines physical, occupational and speech therapy and uses equine movement to develop …

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How to Help Variety Kids in 2021

Variety Updates / By Variety St. Louis

With the global COVID-19 pandemic continuing into 2021, there are many who are still facing the challenges that come with it. If you’re looking for a way to help those affected by the coronavirus this year, there are many ways you can do so at Variety St. Louis! Variety Kids, many of whom are immunocompromised, …

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Variety St. Louis

Bank of America Helps Variety Kids Build Confidence Through Performing Arts

Sophia’s Safe Space

Maddison Receives a Life-Changing Van

Back to School with Camryn

Zion’s Super Cool Ride

Wyatt’s Back to School Supplies

Andrew Achieves His Impossible

Isabel Focuses on Fun at Virtual Camp

Fun Isn’t a Stretch for Madi

Thanks Sno Much!

Variety Families and Friends Enjoy the Bommarito Automotive Group 500

Chase Goes for Gold

Leah is Amazing

Summer Camp 2021: The Great Virtual Adventure

Variety remembers Henry Givens

Welcome to Variety, Kathy!

Will Builds Strength and More on Horseback

How to Help Variety Kids in 2021

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