The Meyer Center "Kids Classic" Golf Tournament - May 7, 2009

More than 160 golfers turned out for a beautiful spring day on the course at Green Valley Country Club and Furman University Golf Course for the 2009 Kids Classic.  Proceeds from the tournament provide vital funding for the Center's therapy and education programs. Platinum sponsor was the The Burgess Family of Southeastern Products in memory of John Burgess. Gold sponsor was The Fred Collins Foundation. 

Sponsors, players and guests enjoyed a wonderful pre-game celebration hosted by Larkin's on the River on Tuesday evening, May 5.  The event featured live music by top Upstate band, Hitmob 7, dancing, great food and drink, and a live and silent auction.  

Thanks to all the players and sponsors of the tournament and to the many individuals and businesses who donated items for the auction.  Because you are willing to give, families who turn to the Meyer Center for help and hope need never be disappointed!

Wish List

The Meyer Center welcomes donation of the following supplies which are needed on a daily basis.  Please consider organizing a "drive" at your church, school, club or company to help.

  • Baby Wipes  (good quality, please) 
  • Laundry Detergent
  • Non-Latex Gloves
  • White Copy Paper
  • Paper Towels
  • Clorox Bleach
  • Kleenex Tissue
  • Lysol Spray Air Freshener

Meyer Center Serves More than 170 Children in 2008

Meyer Center enrollment in 2008 was the largest in its 55-year history.  More than 170 children received services from January 1 through December 31 of last year.  Because of Upstate corporations, foundations, civic groups, and thousands of individuals, the Meyer Center was able to provide children with disabilities in our community the life-changing education and therapy they need to achieve their greatest potential.  Thank you!

Work Begins on New Playground

The final work in Phase I of our expansion - construction of two new playgrounds designed especially for children with disabilities - is underway!  The two new play areas, one for students ages 3-6 and another for children under 3, are now being created at the rear of our facility on Rutherford Road.   

Easy Ways to Support the Children of the Meyer Center: 

  • We will send a special card to notify the person you designate when you make a contribution in honor or memory of a friend or family member.  Gifts may be made by phone and placed on your credit card.  For information, call Anne-Marie, (864) 250-0005, Ext. 210.  
  • Click on the "I Give" symbol at the left of this page to shop hundreds of well-known retail names for clothing, electronics, household items - virtually all the stores at which you shop.  From 5-15% of your  purchases will be contributed to the Meyer Center, at no additional cost to you.