Advocating for Children with Special Needs and Supporting Early Intervention
Emily’s journey navigating the complexities of disability services and early intervention has fueled her passion for supporting families facing similar challenges. A long-time volunteer, Emily is now an active member of The Childhood League Center, where she’s committed to helping children with unique abilities thrive.
Backstage Pass: Inside the Childhood League’s Leadership crew
Get ready to meet the powerhouse team behind the Childhood League Center's Leadership Team! Whether it's planning epic battles, hitting hard in pickleball, or making sure we all stay within budget, each member brings their own strengths to support the center’s mission.
Words Unlocked: Helping Little Ones Speak Up!
Discover how early intervention speech therapy at The Childhood League Center transformed one mother’s journey with her daughter’s speech delay. Learn about signs of speech delay, the role of an SLP, and how parents can support language development at home.
Columbus Rocks: A Premier Fundraising Event for Children
Looking for the best fundraising events in Columbus? Look no further! Battle Columbus is an unforgettable charity concert that combines the excitement of live music with the power of giving back. This year, we’re hosting the premier fundraising event of the season, dedicated to supporting children’s education and developmental programs.
OUR JOURNEY WITH THE CHILDHOOD LEAGUE CENTER
The Childhood League Center had such a large impact on our lives and our success story, I genuinely don’t think we’d be where we are today without their support.
An Epic Putt, and a "It’s in the HOOOOOOLE” Lotta Fun!
Witness the ultimate showdown at Kemba Live, where golf meets rock ‘n’ roll at the Battle Columbus Putting Competition. Check out how this epic sidekick event brought serious swagger to the green!
From Daydreams to Drumbeats
As Founding Mother™, I take my role in this event very seriously. For the kids at the Childhood League Center, I proposed this idea because music is the great unifier. The goal was to bring people of all different walks of life together for a beautiful cause.
Tracy Chapman: Ohio’s Soulful Voice in Folk Rock
Tracy Chapman, "Give Me One Reason" and "Fast Car" , a native of Cleveland, Ohio, is celebrated for her soulful voice and impactful songwriting, which blends folk, rock, and social commentary.
NBC4’s Jerod Smalley: A Father’s Path Through Autism and the Life changing Impact of the Childhood League Center
NBC4’s Jerod Smalley, emcee of the *Battle of the Cover Bands Columbus*, shares his personal story about his own sons, who are on the autism spectrum. The center, recognized as the first licensed PLAY project center in the nation, implements evidence-based interventions that empower families and enhance social skills in children with autism.
Turn Back Time: The Night of the First-Ever Battle of the Cover Bands Columbus
The first-ever Battle of the Cover Bands Columbus, hosted by NBC4’s Jarod Smalley, was a major success at Kemba Live on April 26, 2024. This exciting fundraiser brought together music lovers for a night of live performances, with Zack Attack winning the $5,000 grand prize. A must-see event for what to do in Columbus, it raised funds for a great cause and left attendees eagerly anticipating next year’s event!
Finding My Rhythm with the Childhood League: From Covid to Cover Bands
Life’s all about timing—and maybe a little luck. I was a mom of two boys, about to welcome my third, when a friend approached me with a question that would take me on a path to where I now sit typing to you: “Would you be at all interested in learning about the Childhood League?”