Don Vinson Foster Family Picnic

The Don Vinson Kiwanis Foster Family Picnic was started several years ago as a help and support to Foster Families in our community. Usually the Baby Fold, Catholic Social Services and Children’s Foundation are the agencies that participate. The picnic is a time for the families to get out together without it costing them anything. It is also a way for foster parents and children to meet other fosters. This year the kids will be entertained by a magician and face painter, while the foster parents earn continuing credit by listening to the speakers. Volunteers are needed to help serve food and chaperone during the magician time. After the picnic, the families will be admitted to the Miller Park Zoo courtesy of our club. Every child will leave the picnic with a bag of school supplies. Foster Families are often overlooked in our community even though they provide such a needed service. The agencies involved also appreciate the helping hand with their program. The picnic was named in memory of Don Vinson, a 40+ year member of the Bloomington Kiwanis. Before his passing Don was constantly involved in club activities. He was a tireless volunteer who always participated with the picnic.