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Scheyer Family Kid Captain Program

Honoring the courage of kids undergoing treatment at Duke Children's Hospital with recreation programming and opportunities.

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The Scheyer Family Kid Captain program provides children at Duke Children’s Hospital access to regular, adaptive recreation and movement opportunities such as basketball, soccer, yoga, and modified athletic training.

A dedicated on-site coordinator manages the program, organizes activities, and recruits volunteersas part of the Duke Children’s Hospital Child Life department. In addition, children are given the chance to participate in special events and recognition moments, including Dribble for Victory and being honored as Kid Captain of the Day at a Duke Basketball game—creating unforgettable memories while raising awareness of their resilience.

Durham, NC
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Scheyer Family Kid Captain Program is hosted at Players Philanthropy Fund - PPF

Donors

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    Allie Wenk
  • Cathryn Smeyers
  • Kate El-Sharkawy
  • Anonymous user
  • ANDREW FEIT