EdVenture partners with Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission and the Dominion Foundation to distribute donated books in Richland, Darlington and Orangeburg Counties
January 17, 2017
EdVenture will partner with Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission and the Dominion Foundation to distribute books to children in Richland, Darlington and Orangeburg counties. The partnership will provide age appropriate books to children through EdVenture’s Yes, Every Child initiative which provides accessibility to educational programming for under resourced children and families.
Books were distributed at the Hartsville Farmer’s Market on December 10, 2016 and will be distributed in Orangeburg through the Orangeburg School District 5. The Columbia distribution will be held at the Deckle Edge Literary Festival in February 2017.
“Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission and the Dominion Foundation are proud to partner with Yes, Every Child to support reading opportunities across South Carolina,” said Keith Windle, General Manager for Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission. “It is our hope that each child who receives a book from Yes, Every Child will be inspired to become lifelong learners and explorers.”
“Our vision to create the next generation of lifelong learners was developed with all children in mind. Regardless of cultural, ethnic, geographic or socio-economic barriers, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to participate in and grow from the unique educational experiences of EdVenture,” said Nikki Williams, EdVenture’s Executive Vice President of External Relations. “With your support, we can make a difference in the lives of children most in need of a chance to experience the joy of learning.”
Yes, Every Child is an initiative to provide accessibility to educational programming for underserved children and families through targeted community outreach and reduced museum admission. The efforts of Yes, Every Child are made possible through corporate grants and individual contributions.
The mission of EdVenture is to inspire children to experience the joy of learning. EdVenture is dedicated to lifelong learning through its 92,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor interactive exhibit space and in its educational outreach programs and afterschool programs. The museum has welcomed visitors from all 50 states and 18 foreign countries, creating shared experiences and memories for families learning together. For more information about EdVenture, visit www.edventure.org or call 803-779-3100.
Dominion
Dominion (NYSE: D), is one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy. The Dominion Foundation is dedicated to improving the physical, social and economic well-being of the communities served by Dominion companies, including Dominion Carolina Gas Transmission. The Foundation supports nonprofit causes that meet basic human needs, protect the environment, support education and promote community vitality. For more information about Dominion, visit www.dom.com.
