August 2006
For Immediate Release

Volunteer Stars Shining Brightly at Children’s Museum, thanks to 3M Canada

London, ON – The London Regional Children’s Museum’s annual volunteer appreciation event had more to celebrate today, with the announcement of multi-year funding from 3M Canada.

“3M is committed to making a positive contribution to the communities in which we operate, and to Canadian society as a whole,” says Ken Clark, 3M’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing. “We have been a proud partner of the Children’s Museum for more than 13 years and are pleased to support the museum with today’s announcement of funding for the 3M Shining Stars Volunteer Program”.

“3M’s gift of $30,000, to the ‘shining stars’ program,will help the Children’s Museum with volunteer recruitment, screening and training,” says executive director Tammy Adkin. “Our volunteers make such a huge contribution, whether they are assisting with birthday parties, helping with cleaning, or hosting our visitors. The commitment from 3M will enable us to provide better support for our volunteers and in turn they’ll provide excellent experiences for our visitors.”

“We’ve been very pleased to count many 3M employees and retirees among our volunteers,” Adkin adds. “3M scientists and executives have taught children’s programs, served on our board of directors and helped in building our Science in Your World Gallery.”

Today’s volunteer appreciation event also celebrates three outstanding volunteers who have made an exceptional contribution at the Children’s Museum, by honouring them with a ‘shining star’ award.

Michelle Zuber, one of our shining star recipients, has contributed over 100 volunteer hours to the Children’s Museum since May 2006. Her dedication, enthusiasm and initiative have made her shine as a gallery host.

Paul Layland has demonstrated great versatility and incredible growth since he started volunteering at the Children’s Museum just two months ago. His contributions in exhibit maintenance, hosting our visitors, and working with our day campers have made him a shining star.

Ariel Taylor’s enthusiasm for children and dedication to her volunteering is obvious. Since February 2006, she has been a shining star with her gallery hosting and helping out at our birthday parties.

The London Regional Children’s Museum provides a playful learning environment that engages children through hands-on exhibits and interactive experiences.

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