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The Big Bang Benefit Breakfast was held April 12, 2013 at Mobius Science Center in Downtown Spokane. This annual benefit supports scholarships, educational outreach and exhibit development for Mobius Kids Children’s Museum and Mobius Science Center. Invitees included community leaders, Mobius supporters, and citizens from the Spokane region. Attendees were encouraged to give financial support to continue the mission of Mobius which includes outreach to under-served youth in Spokane region. Deb Blake, Mobius Events Manager, outlined the ways in which Mobius serves this population.

We have received grants from local corporations that allow students to visit Mobius that otherwise would not be able to. We have a grant that particularly serves Title 1 schools. We also have partnerships in the community with Boys & Girls Club of Spokane County, of Kootenai County and Providence Hospital, to name a few. (Deb Blake)

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The keynote address was delivered by Cree Zischke, Vice President of Global Philanthropy and Community Relations for JPMorgan Chase. In this role, Cree leads a team whose goal is to build vibrant and sustainable communities that support, engage and enrich the lives of children, youth and families. Her address centered on the importance of experiential learning and how organizations like Mobius play a vital role in instilling curiosity about math and science to our youth. She also stated how important science centers are for the community by highlighting their role in driving economic growth and community involvement through innovation, particularly in technology sectors.

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Jack Heath, the past President of Mobius Spokane and current President and COO of Washington Trust Bank led the call for support. He spoke on the need within the community for the innovative programming that Mobius provides. He encouraged the attendees to give in order to influence the impact that Mobius can have on the region’s youth. The Big Bang Benefit Breakfast had a funding goal of $65,000, which was met.

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To learn more about how your support can impact programming provided by Mobius check out the giving page on their website. Check out the SpokaneFocus flickr page for more photos of this event.