Youks Kids

Youk’s Kids on You Tube

jsiedman — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:01:56 +0000

Did you know that Youk's Kids is on You Tube? Be sure to check it out today and become a subscribed member to the Youk's Kids channel. Currently, we have two videos that you can watch to learn a little bit more about Youk's Kids. Our Athletes for Heroes video outlines the specifics of this program and how Youk's Kids is helping the children of fallen and injured men and women of service.

This week, another video was added which was viewed at our most recent Idol event on January 26th. The video details every aspect of Youk's Kids and describes how we bridge the gap for the children at the Italian Home, Josh Cares, and through Athletes for Heroes.

Check out Youk's Kids on You Tube today! http://www.youtube.com/user/youkskids

Idol Announcement!

jsiedman — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:27:31 +0000

Gavin DeGraw will be performing at Idol! Get your tickets now at www.youkskids.org or by calling 617-964-9685!

Get Your Holiday Gifts Here!

jsiedman — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:50:02 +0000

With the holidays right around the corner, why not purchase some Youk's Kids merchandise? Our website offers great gift ideas from Curious George At The Baseball Game and the Music Hits Home CD, to the delicious Youk Bar and beautiful signature baseball neckalce. There is something for everyone!

Tickets to our upcoming signature event Not Your Average Idol make a great holiday gift as well. Induldge in a night out at the State Room for you and yours on Thursday January 26th. Chelsea Lately stars Sarah Colonna and Josh Wolf will host this evening of philanthropy and live entertainment. You can look forward to appearances from local and national celebrities, as well as food from 12 of Boston's best restaurants. This will be a night to remember, so purchase your tickets today!

Help Us Collect 1,800 Books!

jsiedman — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:39:21 +0000

Youk's Kids is proud to announce that in support of Michelle Obama and Jill Biden's Joining Forces intiative, we will be treaming up with Reach Out and Read for a book drive. It will kick off on September 14th at Fenway Park where we will be collecting books at Gates A and C. Our goal is to riase 1,800 books to supply the Reach Out and Read programs at both Hanscom Air Force Base and Newport Naval Health Clinic.

Reach Out and Read prepares America's youngest chiuldren to succeed in school by partnering with doctors to prescribe books and encourage families to read together. The program begins at the 6-month check up and continures through age 5.

Book collections will take place throughout Red Sox Nation at participating locations until September 30th. Book Drop Locations include: Davio's Boston, Hotel Commonwealth, all MA Dependable Cleaners locations, Kings Bowling (Boston and Dedham), New England Mobile Book Fair, The Children's Book Shop, Wellesley Books, select Qdoba locations, Barefoot Books, Porter Square Books, Rodney's Book Store, and the Royal Sonesta.

Please visit one of our participating locations or visit www.reachoutandread.org/youkskids to donate online.

You Got What I Need!

jsiedman — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:53:47 +0000

Join Youk's Kids today at WEEI Sports Radio at Fenway Park at 1:00 to promote this Kevin Youkilis, Herb Chambers, and Biz Markie special rendition of a favorite sing-a-long. Check it out here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkNm3aitctY

Supporting Our Troops

jsiedman — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:33:15 +0000

: 804th Medical Brigade Stationed in Afghanistan

At the Youk's Kids baseball clinic that took place on August 2nd, all attendees were asked to sign a banner expressing their gratitude and well wishes for those serving in the 804th Medical Brigade in Afghanistan. One of the members of the 804th, Dan, was on a two week leave during the week of our baseball clinic and came to enjoy the day with his family. After the banner had been signed by over 250 people, Dan took it back with him to his base in Afghanistan. We would like to take this time to thank the 804th Medical Brigade and all others that serve.

Four Tickets to Sox Game!

jsiedman — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:05:36 +0000

We have four tickets to the 1:35 pm Wednesday, August 17th Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay game. The seats are located in Youk's personal seats just five rows behind home plate! Tickets are $250.00 each with all proceeds benefitting Youk's Kids. If you are interested, please email info@youkskids.org for more information!

Cape Cod Native Navy SEAL Killed in Afghanistan

jsiedman — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:13:22 +0000

Kevin Houston, a Barnstable native, was killed in the Chinook helicopter crash. The 36-year-old was one of the 22 Navy SEALs that died this past Saturday. His friends and family describe him as, "someone who pushed himself to his own limits."

Kevin has since moved to Virginia where he leaves behind a wife and their three children.

A friend remembers Kevin saying he had wanted to be a Navy SEAL since he was a toddler. He will be remembered as a hero.

http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/28792054/detail.html

Baseball Clinic Makes a Difference, One Hit at a Time

jsiedman — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:55:33 +0000

Photo courtesy of Donna DeSimone

On Tuesday, August 2nd, Kevin Youkilis and Youk’s Kids joined forces with Longwood Events, Longwood Giving, Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association, and Northeastern University, to put together an amazing baseball clinic. Located on the newly renovated Parson’s Field in Brookline, nearly 250 children from Red Sox Nation hopped from station to station learning the techniques of hitting, fielding, and more from baseball alumni and current Red Sox third baseman and Youk’s Kids founder, Kevin Youkilis. Children from the Italian Home and Jewish Big Brother Big Sister were there to learn the fundamentals from their favorite player. Also taking part in the clinic were local little league teams from Brookline and other Boston communities. This baseball clinic also welcomed families of those currently deployed with the 804th medical brigade in Afghanistan, as well as family members of local fire fighters and police officers. Attendees were asked to sign a banner displaying their well wishes and thanks to those serving over seas.

We would like to thank all who attended, volunteered, and coordinated this wonderful baseball clinic. Also, a special thank you to Donna DeSimone for capturing all the great moments and to Qdoba and Not Your Average Joe’s for providing the taco bar and pizza. It was a memorable day for all involved.

Photo courtesy of Donna DeSimone

Warm Welcome for MA Heroes

jsiedman — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 15:41:03 +0000

On Wednesday, July 27th, 80 soldiers from Massachusetts returned home after a year of service in Afghanistan. These men and women were from the 1st Battalion 181st Infantry Regiment. While on their tour of duty, this unit helped to enahnce security, facilitate reconstruction projects throughout Afghanistan, and were responsible for security and base defense operations at Camp Phoenix in Kabul. We welcome them home and thank them for their service. Read more about these heroes and their arrival at Logan Airport http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/28681219/detail.html