In the spring of 2004, what began as a small group of physically and developmentally disabled children playing baseball for several weeks, clearly identified the need for year-round recreational and social activities for this neglected population. After months of planning and discussion, the Cape Cod Challenger Club was incorporated in August 2005.
What began with a handful of baseball players has now grown into a year-round athletic, recreational and social activities program for children and young adults with disabilities. With over 300 participants, and nearly as many volunteers, the word has spread about these programs and the opportunities they provide. Keeping the organization going strong has been a “labor of love” for founding members, Amy Lipkind and Kelvin Ing.
In 2006, Amy & Kelvin received the Outstanding Inspiration Award from the Planned Giving Council of Cape Cod in recognition of the achievements of the Cape Cod Challenger Club in its inaugural year.
The mission of the Cape Cod Challenger Club is to enrich the quality of life for children and young adults with physical and/or developmental disabilities by providing non-competetive opportunites for them to participate in a variety of athletic, recreational and social activities that most often are not available to them under typical circumstances.
Amy Lipkind
Tel: 508-420-6950 x35
Fax: 508-420-6959
Kelvin Ing
Tel: 508-420-6950 x36
Fax: 508-420-6959
