Support PBJ Connections
PBJ Connections has many ways you can help us help area youth. Whether you can support us financially through our client or horse sponsorship program, as a volunteer, or by telling others about our organization, we appreciate your help.
PBJ Connections is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. To help us continue our work we need your support. The decline in the economy has resulted in a decline in the donations that we received in 2009. While our income is down, the need for therapy for youths continues to grow. The average cost for our organization to provide a single therapy session is about $120.00 and most of our clients do not have the financial means to pay for these services.
Financially supporting PBJ Connections will help area at-risk youth meet their potential. We accept donations via PayPal, by check, by cash or through The Columbus Foundation. Your tax-deductible donation helps children obtain our services regardless of their family’s economic situations.
Client Sponsorship Program
While donations of any size will be of immediate help to our youth, please consider donating at one of these suggested levels:
- Founders' Circle – Join other Founders with a donation of $500.00 or more. With your contribution of $500.00, a child can participate in an eight week group program.
- Builders' Circle – Contributions of $250.00 or more. A donation of $250.00 can sponsor a weekend of family therapy.
- Sustainers' Circle – Contributions of $120.00 or more. A donation of $120.00 can sponsor a young boy or girl for a single therapy session.
- Contributor – A donation of $60.00 can sponsor a child for a single group session.
Horse Sponsorship Program
The wonderful horses at PBJ Connections make up the heart of our program. Without them, we would not be able to connect with the many children that come to our program. The horses in our program are all lovingly cared for and kept in good health. We are looking for help with the cost of feeding and caring for these great animals. Sponsorships are available for any amount and will go toward the care and feeding of our herd of horses.
Annual level - $3600 or more will sponsor a horse of your choice for one year. Receive:
- a free team building or family equine assisted therapy/learning session - a $250 value
- all gifts associated with the Bi-Annual level
Bi-Annual level - $1800 will sponsor a horse of your choice for 6 months. Receive:
- two tickets to our annual fundraiser
- all gifts assoicated with our Quartly level
Quarterly level - $900 will sponsor a horse of your choice for 3 months. Receive:
- a framed picture of your horse
- Recognition on the PBJ Connections webpage.
Monthly level: $300 will sponsor a horse of your choice for one month. Receive:
- A picture of your horse
- Recognition on the PBJ Connections webpage.
Helper level - Any contribution will assist in sponsoring a horse. Receive:
- Recognition on the PBJ Connections webpage.
Support PBJ Connections while shopping at Kroger
The Kroger Community Rewards Program allows PBJ Connections to earn funds when you shop at Kroger using your Kroger Plus Card. Kroger has given nearly $3000.00 to PBJ Connections and with your help, we can continue to see this number grow. Once you have registered your Kroger Plus Card as supporting PBJ Connections, whenever you shop using your Kroger Plus Card, PBJ Connections receives a donation from Kroger. It is simple to sign up. Go to www.krogercommunityrewards.com and select Ohio. From there you can read about the program and sign your card up to support PBJ Connections. Our Kroger Community Rewards NPO Number is 82259. If you have any problem navigating your way through the Kroger web page, send us an email and we will send you step by step instructions.
Your assistance in purchasing needed items is also appreciated.
Barn and Horse Needs
- Broom and long handled dust pan
- Trash bags
- Toilet Paper
- Bleach
- Storage Cabinet
- Sponsor
Office Supplies
- Hanging Files
- #10 business size envelopes with self adhesives
- Postage Stamps
- Printer paper
- Gift Cards to office supply stores
Therapy Session Needs
- DVD Camcorder - this much sought after item will allow us to record sessions for later review and processing with the clients, their families, and their primary therapist.
- Bottled water and other non-perishable healthy snacks for the kids.
- Construction paper
- Large flip-chart paper
- Small paper plates
- Note cards
Contact us at donations for more information on how you can help.
Go Green with PBJ Connections.
We are recycling aluminum cans, empty printer cartridges and cell phones for cash. If you have items we can recycle, contact us at donations for more information.
Our thanks go to our supporters who share our passion for our programs.
Volunteer and Job Opportunities
- Volunteer Opportunities: We are looking for energetic volunteers to help in a many areas. Check out our list of volunteer jobs.
- Internships: Otterbein College students who wish to get hands-on experience working in the rewarding field of Equine Assisted Therapy can apply for an internship position for an academic term. Interns working directly with clients will be required to go through a training program and to have a background check.
Support PBJ Connections through the Columbus Foundation
Visit The Columbus Foundation and login to PowerPhilanthropy to view PBJ Connections' portrait and make your donations online! Registration is quick, free, and secure.