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Nathaniel's Hope Buddy Break

  • First Baptist O'Fallon 1111 East Highway 50 O'Fallon, IL, 62269 United States (map)

Buddy Break is a free respite program where kids with special needs (VIP kids) make new friends, play fun games, enjoy crafts, stories, music, activities, and more! Meanwhile, their caregivers get a break from their ongoing care-giving responsibilities for two hours. Buddy Break is open to everyone with VIP kids. Each VIP kid is paired one-on-one with a screened volunteer "Buddy" to participate in that day's activities. Buddy Break is for special needs children ages 2-18 years old and their siblings ages 2 years - 6th grade. Space is limited.

WHO ARE VIP KIDS?

VIPs are kids with special needs, which include any physical, cognitive, medical or hidden disability, chronic or life-threatening illness, or those who are medically fragile.

WHO ARE BUDDIES?

Buddies are friends of VIPs.

How to Register:

  • Click the “VIP Sign Up” button below to complete the Info Form at Nathaniel’s Hope.

  • Once the VIP Sign Up is complete, click the “Buddy Break Reservation” button below to reserve your child's spot at our next FBCO Buddy Break event.

Earlier Event: December 13
Senior Luncheon
Later Event: December 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service