Champs Celebration

The 18th
Annual
Champs
Celebration

Recognizing those who are making a difference in our kids’ lives.

Wednesday, April 30th
4:00–6:30 p.m.
Radisson Plaza Hotel
Downtown Kalamazoo

Join us for an unforgettable event that will fill your heart.

The CIS Champs Celebration is an annual event where individuals and our partners are honored for their contributions to creating an engaged community where every child fulfills their promise. Business and community leaders, educators, volunteers, and others recognize those who are making a difference in our kids’ lives.

The 18th Annual CIS Champs Celebration will be held at the Radisson Plaza Hotel Ballroom, in downtown Kalamazoo. The event is free, thanks to our generous event sponsors. However, we do ask that you register for the event beforehand. We are limited on in-person seating. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis.

There will be a reception with light appetizers at 4 p.m., and the program will start promptly at 5 p.m. Feel free to wear business casual or informal/semi-formal attire when attending. We can’t wait to see you there!

Note: We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage. If you have any dietary, access, or support requirements in order to participate fully, please let us know when you RSVP to ensure that we can arrange any reasonable accommodations. Please note: the Radisson is accessible for people using wheelchairs and other mobility aids.

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Shine a light on someone special: Honor a Champion Today.

A life changed can change the world.

We all know someone who has touched our lives, gone above and beyond to lift others up, and made our community a better place.

Our Honor A Champion giving initiative builds on the Champs concept by providing a way for you to turn your support for CIS into a special moment for someone else. Think about someone who is a champion to you, and give in their honor using the website link. If you don’t have a champion in mind, you can still support the mission of CIS through our donation page here.

We will notify your honoree that they were the inspiration behind your gift with a touching message that includes a personal note from you. Additionally, their name will be displayed onscreen during the Champs Celebration.

Mindy VanDyke

Thank you for being my champion! I am grateful for our friendship.

Honored by Felicia Lemons
Woodward School Staff

The staff at Woodward Elementary, thank you for all your hard work for our students and families.

Honored by Principal Frank Rocco

Please let us know you’ll be joining us!

Sponsors make it possible for CIS to offer gratis seats. Space is limited and pre-registration is required on a first come, first serve basis.

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage. If you have any dietary, access, or support requirements in order to participate fully, please let us know when you RSVP to ensure that we can arrange any reasonable accommodations. Please note: the Radisson is accessible for people using wheelchairs and other mobility aids.

Photography

By attending the event, you consent to be filmed or photographed. Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo plans to use photography and videography taken from the event to share with others who were unable to attend. After the event, you’ll be able to access the photos.

Questions?

We are happy to answer any additional questions or concerns may have. Feel free to call the CIS office at (269) 337-1601 or email flemons@ciskalamazoo.org.

New to Champs?

Thank you to our generous sponsors.

If you are interested in sponsoring this year’s event, please check out our sponsorship package today!