Monday, January 26, 2015

Ch-ch-ch-changes!

Hey All!

First off, thank you for always sticking with us through changes, ups & downs, and tough & exciting times. We love you and your support! <3

We have some exciting changes to share with you really quick!

#1 -- Check out the new look of our website! It's so user friendly and awesome looking. This has been a project that took quite some time, but it's something we're proud of and excited to own as an extension of our unique personality as an organization. When you get a chance, go take a scroll through it. You can find any information on our story, staff, programs, sports, upcoming events, ways to give and support us, and so on! We have all registration forms, waivers, contact info, & anything else you may need right there for ya. It will be constantly updated and changed based on our events, news, stories, and changes, so be sure to check it out when you can!

#2 -- Check out that new logo! Our new logo is more flexible and recognizable.  We believe it does a few crucial things:

  • Reminds us that our ministry is about children
  • Reminds us that each individual life matters
  • Has a youthful feel and expression
  • Highlights what unites us with parents & guardians


#3 -- If you still haven't heard yet.. we are officially 501c3 approved! This is still so amazing to us and such a huge blessing. So much went into getting this status, and we are finally there. This is opening the door to big changes in our fundraising opportunities. If your company or someone you know would like to partner with us in helping our community, please let us know or put us in contact with them. God is making moves!

#4 -- Also old but still exciting news, we are settling into our new office space quite nicely. PLEASE come check it out sometime! 7558 S. State Rd. 67, Pendleton - We'd love to sit and chat with you over a cup of coffee, give you a tour of the place, show off our painting skills ;)

We love you guys! Be sure to comment here or get in touch with any staff or board member to give us any feedback or suggestions. :) 

Monday, January 12, 2015

Warm Up with our Winter Events!

Hey IMAGINE IF Family!

Guess what!? We miss you! In this time that we are sadly out of the schools for a couple months we get super bummed since we don't get to regularly interact with our kids and families; however, we are gearing up for a totally awesome Spring Semester Program starting March 2nd! :)

So what are we doing in the meantime? A TON OF FUN STUFF!

For Families:


  • BrrrCrazy! Is IMAGINE IF's Indoor Inflatable Extravaganza! We will have yummy food, face painting, giant inflatables to play in, and loads of fun for the whole family! BrrrCrazy was designed to help with the kids (and their parents) going stir crazy in the house, so this is coming at a perfect time with all the recent snow, ice, and school closings. Going stir crazy? Come to BrrrCrazy! Let the kids release some energy in a safe, controlled environment while you relax and chat with other parents, volunteers, and staff. It is held on Jan 24th at Pendleton Christian Church from 3-7pm. The first hour (3-4pm) is for 5 years old and under only, then 4-7pm is open to all kids. The cost is $5/kid. We can't wait to go crazy in some bounce houses!

For Kids Only:

  • Weird Wonderful Women -- An ALL GIRLS RETREAT! Hosted by your fabulous female staff and volunteers. ;) This is open to all girls in grades 6th-9th. It will be at Pendleton Community Church of God on the evening of Feb 13th to midday Feb 14th. We will talk about love, loving yourself, God's promises for young women, and so much more. This will be a night filled with fun, laughter, heart-warming moments, and bonding to create life changing moments and long-lasting memories and friendships. <3 Cost is $15 per person. This covers meals and snacks.
  • All Youth Retreat -- The details of this retreat are TBD. However, it is going to be at the beginning of the end of the "break"/beginning of Spring Program. It will include boys and girls. We are still working out the details of it all in order to make it THE most amazing, spectacular, life-changing retreat of your young lives! Those of you who experienced the IN-not-OF Superhero-themed youth retreat at PCC last year can attest for the incredible time that is in store for you! :) More details to come soon...

For Adults (mostly, but not necessarily only):

  • ¡Zumbathon! - Ladies & Gents wanting to get out, get fit, and have a blast while doing it? Join us for a Zumbathon with all proceeds to benefit IMAGINE IF! The location is not set in stone yet, but we are looking at hosting it at PES-Intermediate building if it is available. The Zumbathon will be on Feb 7th from 10am-11:30am with a suggested donation of $10 for the class. Throw on your sweatband and hit the zumba floor for a top-notch dance/workout/sweat sesh with us!
  • 2nd Annual DODGEBALL Tournament -- Think you have dipping, ducking, diving, dodging skills?? Test those skills out at our ultra intense Dodgeball Tournament - Feb 21st starting at 9am. All players must register and check-in by 9am for rules and schedule. You will  be able to register online at imagineif.us, by filling out a form with any staff member, or by submitting a form to the front desk of Pendleton Heights Middle School or Pendleton Heights High School. Bring it on if you dare!
This is only our for sure, set list of events that are happening. Other exciting things are bound to spring up! We also want  you ALL to feel welcome to come by and see us at our office anytime we are there :) We are typically all there Mon-Wed from 9am-4pm, and we can be there at other times if need be. Just give us a call or stop by! We love visitors!
7558 South State Road 67, Pendleton, IN 46064

We love you all, and you are always in our thoughts and our prayers!