The Children's Peace Center offers children a safe space to explore God's creative spirit within them. Thanks to generous donations of time and volunteer effort, the Center provides elementary school children a diverse program which effectively combines creative arts, academic support and peace-making skills.

Established in 2001, the Peace Center provides opportunities for creative exploration and healthy interaction with peers and adults. Currently our children's programs include:

• Monthly free Saturday sessions throughout the school year
• a free after-school program in Irvington
• a week long summer camp in Fredrick County, MD at a reasonable cost

Our staff and volunteers believe that all children are gifted. We are committed to helping children discover their gifts, and strengthen their skills in an environment of discovery and delight.

Local business networking group Koffee Talk will hold a benefit fundraiser on March 12 at Oceanair Seafood. Proceeds benefit the Children's Peace Center. This is the third year Koffee Talk has chosen the Peace Center to benefit from their signature event, nicknamed "Network, socialize and make a difference!" More details and registration at http://www.koffeetalk.net/brew .

Children today face many challenges to their safe and healthy development. Equipping them with confidence, curiosity and the skills of self expression strengthens them for life's journey. Children's Peace Center Director Sarah Wolfenden states, "Children cannot go on to lead productive, creative lives unless they have a visceral knowledge of God's creative spirit within them and know what it means to feel valued and loved."

Since the program began in 2001, the work of the Peace Center has grown, thanks to generous donations and grants from individuals and corporations. We invite you to read more about each of the initiatives. If you would like to contribute in any way, please contact us.

The Children's Peace Center is a 501(C)(3) organization --donations to which are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the law.