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<strong>MOMMAS</strong> <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />
1857 Wantagh Avenue<br />
Wantagh, �Y 11793<br />
Office: (516) 781-8637<br />
Glen Cove: (516) 609-0079<br />
Jericho: (516) 938-5211<br />
Hempstead: (516) 280-3220<br />
E. Massapequa: (516) 781-8637<br />
Board of Directors<br />
Patricia Fitzgerald<br />
Joseph Bottner, MD<br />
Thomas Lilly, Esq.<br />
Joan Phillips, MSW<br />
Hilary Becker, CPM<br />
Mary Gilroy-Doohan, MD<br />
Joan Durso Serra<br />
Mary McCaffrey<br />
William Sullivan, CPA<br />
Jeanne Towers<br />
Director: Patricia Shea<br />
www.mommashouse.org<br />
<strong>Winter</strong> - <strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2009</strong><br />
Message from the Director:<br />
Dear Friends,<br />
Sorry for the delay in sending out this newsletter. I am always reluctant<br />
to pass on bad news and would prefer to share our good times. Hyatta, the first<br />
resident to enter the Hempstead <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House, graduated from Hunter Business<br />
School on August 8, 2008 and is now working at a doctor’s office in Rockville<br />
Centre. In less than 18 months, she went from homeless and dependent to a<br />
working, contributing member of society. We are very proud of her accomplishments<br />
and expect that soon she will be finding her own “first home”, as she<br />
graduates from our program.<br />
The Hempstead house opened in 2007 and has assisted 10 families<br />
during these two years. All the mothers were enrolled in school and training<br />
programs. Some achieved their goals, while others left because they could not<br />
abide by the program structure. For those motivated, it has been a successful<br />
time. At the very least, the mothers and children were kept safe while they<br />
shared our home.<br />
Now, all that may change. The funding which came from Nassau<br />
County’s “Common Sense for the Common Good” grant, has now been officially<br />
cut, effective March 31, <strong>2009</strong>. Those promised funds were allocated into<br />
our <strong>2009</strong> budget, so this loss is very significant. Additionally, several other<br />
grants also reduced their funding and we are now seeking to replace well over<br />
$100,000.<br />
The actual cost of housing each family is $2000/month. This includes<br />
rent, food, supplies, insurance, utilities, maintenance & repairs and staff salaries<br />
(which includes the office and 4 residences).<br />
There are 17 families, comprising 35 people under our care and there<br />
are 12 full-time and 3 part-time employees. The salary range is from $10/hour to<br />
$32,000/year. There are no paid fund-raisers - 100% of funds raised go to program;<br />
but a great deal of administrative time is spent on this activity. I am sure<br />
by now you can guess where this is going. WE NEED HELP NOW.<br />
In the newsletter, there are various suggestions on how you can help<br />
close this huge budget gap. Recently, an appeal was made to 500 prior donors to<br />
send $100 (or collect $20 from 5 friends). There were 122 responses and over<br />
$12,000 was raised; additionally, a very generous benefactor sent $10,000 - topping<br />
$22,000 from this one appeal. Currently, a second appeal went out to those<br />
in the group who were unable to respond the first time, in the hopes that they are<br />
now in a position to help us chip away at this deficit. Anyone familiar with<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong> knows that we are not aggressive regarding money; unfortunately<br />
desperate times call for desperate measures and sadly, we are left with no alternative.<br />
One of my daughter’s friends, Mackenzie Tierney, made a generous<br />
donation toward this appeal and her company’s matching program doubled it!<br />
She also sent e-mails to friends and colleagues who were able to do the same. It<br />
had a wonderful ripple effect - thanks, Mackenzie.<br />
Belanna Lauto, a professor at St. John’s University’s Fine Arts Dept.<br />
and Florence Scarinci, Librarian at Nassau Community College both sent out email<br />
appeals to co-workers and raised more than they could swing personally.<br />
Just imagine what you can do. If you visit our web-site, you will see the “Have a<br />
Heart” appeal which can be sent out to your e-mail contact list. It would cost you<br />
nothing, and think of how extensive the contacts would build.<br />
Please help us to continue to give hope to the most vulnerable among<br />
us. In Hempstead, Hyatta and her son Joseph are just the beginning of the lives<br />
that can be changed with a little help. Together, we can break this cycle of poverty.<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong> HOUSE<br />
A Real Choice For Life<br />
With much hope,<br />
Pat Shea
<strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. INK <strong>Winter</strong> - <strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2009</strong><br />
Memorials Memorials Received<br />
Received<br />
Please remember in your prayers:<br />
Aunt Josie<br />
Carol Buonauto<br />
Joan Bundy<br />
Josepsh Colasanti<br />
Frances Coppola<br />
Ted DeLyra<br />
Mary Eccleston<br />
Thomas Fitzgerald<br />
Robert King<br />
Vincent Mattone<br />
Elizabeth Franz Oliver<br />
Richard Sullivan<br />
Richard Supple<br />
Virginia Syracuse<br />
Michael V. Tepedino, MD<br />
Fred Trumpy<br />
Florence Urff<br />
Louise Zollo<br />
Living Living Tributes<br />
Tributes<br />
Please keep in your prayers:<br />
Dr. Erik Enquist<br />
Baby Robert John Gaudiosi<br />
William Keeley<br />
Michael & Regina Keogh<br />
Mel & Anthony Lauto<br />
Grant Grant Update Update<br />
Update<br />
Sincere thanks to the trustees of the<br />
following for grant funding:<br />
Maternity and Early Childhood Foundation,<br />
Nassau County Common<br />
Sense for the Common Good, Nassau<br />
County Emergency Shelter Grant, the<br />
Hagedorn Long Island Fund, Delucia<br />
Family Foundation, Howard E. Stark<br />
Foundation, the Thomas & Jeanne<br />
Elmezzi Private Foundation, H. W.<br />
Wilson Foundation, CMFN Program<br />
- Kate Nowack, Mineola-Pacific<br />
Oddfellows Lodge # 125, Charity<br />
Begins at Home, Nassau County WE<br />
CARE Bar Association, and Fund for<br />
the Poor.<br />
What’s Happening Around <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House<br />
Take Take a a Chance Chance on on Life Life Night<br />
Night<br />
Mary Jean Murphy & <strong>MOMMAS</strong> South Shore Fundraising Committee wish to report that<br />
“Take a Chance on Life” night held September 13 th at St. Frances de Chantal Church Auditorium<br />
in Wantagh was a huge success. Over 100 people tried their luck at Blackjack, Roulette,<br />
Slots, Texas Hold’em, etc. More than a few were heard to let out enthusiastic whoops as just<br />
the right card or number came up. The tournament was professionally run by M&M Entertainment,<br />
who also donated a real home slot machine for raffle. Talk about raffle prizes! How<br />
about the popular seasonal gifts of a GPS, large flat panel LCD TV, laptop computer, a golf<br />
club (Tiger would appreciate), a bracelet from Tiffany & Co. and baskets filled to the brim<br />
with gift certificates to restaurants and services. We thank our donors who were very generous<br />
to our work. That, and the delicious food served, ensured a “winning” evening.<br />
Over and again, departing comments such as, “That was so much fun!” were offered with<br />
enthusiasm! If you missed this one, better luck next time!<br />
**PLEASE Patronize the Following Generous Merchants**<br />
The Schooner, Bedell’s, Thom-Thom, Hemingway’s, Cara Mia Duo, Wantagh Inn, Ale<br />
House, Danford’s, Swan Club, Season Four, McDonalds, Lucky Duck, Butera’s, Spasso’s,<br />
Cherrywood Café, Grimaldi, Spumonte, Johnny Malone’s, Lady Anne’s Tea House, Per<br />
Un’Angelo and Uncle Bacala’s, Seaford Cinemas, Clean Machine Car Wash, Fashion Nail<br />
Salon, The Wooden Heart, Simply Massage, Wantagh Emporium, Jim Dandy Cleaners<br />
Village Cleaners, Atlantis, Silver Scissors Salon, Hicks Nursery, Slap Happy Bakery, Jays<br />
Appliance, Merrick Stage, New Wave Seafood Market, Lowe’s, Ivaronne Brothers, Numa<br />
Florist, Beverage Barn, Dinner My Way, Pinnacle Tax, The Stage Theatre, Taxxes<br />
NYIT, Massage Therapy Shoppe, Polara Jewelers, NY Jets, NY Islanders, Joseph’s Flowers<br />
New Noble Nails & Spa, and Tiffany & Co.<br />
Around Around the the World World in in 80 80 Days<br />
Days<br />
Dinner Dance Gala<br />
Chairladies, Mary Mc Caffery, Mary Gilroy-Doohan, Beth Mahon, Joan Durso-<br />
Serra and Marianne Iordanou join in thanking their committee for yet another<br />
blockbuster evening on November 14, 2008 held at the Garden City Hotel. This<br />
year’s honorees were the most deserving couple - Mayor Richard & Mrs. Irene<br />
Goodwin, who have both championed the work of <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House for years!<br />
Every year we say, “How will they ever top this year’s gala?” And every year they<br />
do! Wonderful job ladies, you are truly an inspiration!<br />
Upcoming Upcoming Upcoming Events Events<br />
Events<br />
• May 15 - 7pm GOLD PARTY to benefit <strong>MOMMAS</strong>, Wantagh, NY<br />
• June 5 & 6 - 10-4 <strong>Spring</strong> Yard Sale @ 53 Bay Drive, Massapequa, NY<br />
• Summer <strong>2009</strong> - Tentative plans for an English Garden Tea<br />
• September 26, <strong>2009</strong> - Casino �ight at St. William the Abbot, Seaford<br />
• �ovember <strong>2009</strong> - Dinner Dance Gala - more details to follow<br />
Always call office for details 516-781-8637 or<br />
visit our website www.mommashouse.org for updates.<br />
Christmas Christmas Reunion<br />
Reunion<br />
Joan Phillips and her busy “elf” volunteers did another splendid job with planning and arranging our Annual Christmas Reunion.<br />
Widely attended by alumni and current residents alike, this event has been graciously held at the Bellmore Knights of Columbus<br />
for the past few years. This year Gino’s of Bellmore generously donated all the food for 125 people, ensuring the party’s success.<br />
Just in case there are any non-believers out there… this party takes place every year, bringing the true spirit of Christmas to those<br />
most in need, at virtually no cost to <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House! As in free – venue, presents, food, service, photos and entertainment and<br />
yes, the big guy himself – Santa! Now I would call that a modern day miracle; thanks to all that make it happen!
<strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. INK <strong>Winter</strong> - <strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2009</strong><br />
Knowledge Knowledge is is Power<br />
Power<br />
Resident Katie reporting on the Financial Literacy Workshop<br />
Over the past four months of attending the Financial Literacy workshop I have<br />
learned many things; one of them being how to invest my money wisely into<br />
the stocks, through the stock market game. My fellow residents at <strong>MOMMAS</strong><br />
House and I have learned how to buy and sell stock and the difference between<br />
stocks and mutual funds.<br />
Coming in first place among the other <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House teams was very rewarding<br />
and exciting. All of the teams had similar strategies in playing the<br />
game; but having Wal-Mart stock put ours over the top.<br />
Previously, if someone asked me how the economy was, I would not have had<br />
a clue. Thanks to the kindness and generosity of volunteers, like our instructor<br />
Kate Nowack, I have now taken an interest in the economy, as well as my own<br />
financial well being.<br />
We We Salute... Salute...<br />
Salute...<br />
• As aforementioned, our Christmas Party and celebrations at<br />
individual houses were a huge success! This party would never<br />
be possible without the Bellmore Knights of Columbus making<br />
room at their “Inn” for us. Every child in attendance was<br />
treated to gifts from Santa, made possible by his many elves at<br />
PROPHET NYC, Verizon Pioneers, South Nassau Hospital,<br />
Oceanside, Half Hollow Hills H.S. East, N.B.C. Toys for Kids,<br />
KPMG of L.I., Runyon’s of Seaford, Manhasset H.S.,<br />
TWEEZERMAN Int’l., L.I. Fund for Women & Girls, Coalition<br />
for the Homeless, Shelter Rock Church, St. William the<br />
Abbot Church, St. Frances de Chantal Church, Deborah E.<br />
Wares of Wantagh, the Gaelic Society, Newman & Make a<br />
Difference Clubs at Nassau Community College conducted toy<br />
drives, St. Raymond’s St. Vincent de Paul Society, and of<br />
course, the Congregational Church of Manhasset whose<br />
“Angle Tree” does it’s very best every year to make dreams<br />
come true!<br />
• Additionally, many individuals set out with supplied Wish<br />
Lists to fulfill. Julie McCann was checking her list twice and<br />
did a great job for Glen Cove House. Rachel Gaudiosi stopped<br />
by several times in her quiet, unassuming way, adding presents.<br />
The Dangelo Family honored their beloved mother Evelyn’s<br />
legacy by purchasing two new computers for the residents.<br />
Alas, the dreaded danger of these lists – the sin of omission.<br />
If you were not mentioned, please accept my apologies<br />
and know where it really counts, your goodness has been duly<br />
noted. God bless you one and all.<br />
• Those that answered our Christmas Appeal; over $22,000 was<br />
generated at a time when the need is great. In the same vein,<br />
we greatly appreciate those that have: approached employers<br />
about “Matching Gift” programs, have gotten into the habit of<br />
using our memorial/living tribute card program and finally,<br />
those who have joined the ranks of regular monthly donors.<br />
We can breathe a little easier when there are funds we can<br />
count on as much as the bills!<br />
• The Daughters of Portugal for lovely gift baskets and a<br />
generous monetary contribution.<br />
Katie and her son Paul<br />
• We thank Holy Child School, Old Westbury and Friends<br />
Academy for their Paper/Practical Item Drive. Toilet paper<br />
may not be “cute”, but it sure comes in handy when you need<br />
it! Kidding aside, these items require constant replenishing, so<br />
their donation saves us from having to buy. (Call the office for<br />
suggested list.)<br />
• Kudos to Manhasset High School, Robert Novak, fellow<br />
teachers and staff who came up with the genius idea of “Penny<br />
Wars”; nothing like healthy competition between grades to get<br />
things moving – resulting in proceeds of $5,491.25 to<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong> House!<br />
• To St. William the Abbot 8 th Grade, Church of Notre Dame,<br />
New Hyde Park for much needed MetroCards, West Hempstead<br />
Cathedral Auxiliary - Post #1087 for various Wish List<br />
items, St. Catherine of Sienna, Franklin Square, St. Mary’s of<br />
Manhasset decorated the Jericho House, St. Raymond’s of<br />
East Rockaway, St Joseph’s Churches of Hewlett and Garden<br />
City, Our Lady of Lourdes, Malverne, Holy Child School, Old<br />
Westbury, and St. Frances de Chantal, Wantagh.<br />
• Molloy College, Adelphi, C.W. Post and St. John’s Universities<br />
for continued support volunteering service/learning hours.<br />
More and more colleges/universities are establishing a winwin<br />
relationship with us. They are practicing what they are<br />
learning, be it: public relations, speech therapy, early intervention,<br />
etc. benefiting us both. Additionally, their internship programs<br />
are enabling us to offer more services to our residents.<br />
• Detective Steven and Honorable Patti McDonald for their<br />
loyal and immeasurable support!<br />
• To our many workshop instructors (i.e. Kate �owack of Financial<br />
Literacy – see resident report) who offer their time and<br />
expertise to <strong>MOMMAS</strong>’ residents, affording them a real<br />
chance at successful living.<br />
• To all of our other volunteers: those that rock our babies, drive<br />
to doctor appointments, sort clothing, pick-up furniture/food,<br />
make fundraising events memorable and profitable, write<br />
grants, keep the books, make up our Board of Directors…you<br />
know who you are and what you do, we hope you know how<br />
grateful we are!
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Little Ninja, Joseph, at our<br />
Halloween Party October ‘08<br />
PHOTO ALBUM<br />
Volunteer, Ann, reads to Amaya<br />
Layla, our little angel<br />
Dinner Dance Committee, starts to plan the next event “Bedtime Stories”, Tina with her daughter Jennifer<br />
Christian making his way<br />
Samantha admiring her son Jeremiyah<br />
Santa visits our Christmas Party
<strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. INK <strong>Winter</strong> - <strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2009</strong><br />
Volunteer Volunteer Spotlight…<br />
Spotlight…<br />
Volunteer Spotlight… Chris Aivazian<br />
When my business started feeling the economic decline, I was faced<br />
with some additional free time. I wanted to help a local organization<br />
so I searched the Internet for opportunities that were local, that needed<br />
volunteers, and that involved driving – I love to drive. Helping<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong> House allows me to use the flexibility that I need for<br />
work, and provides a little bit of assistance to an organization that<br />
needs it.<br />
I use my SUV to pick up donated food items from the Island Harvest<br />
organization – either from their warehouses or from their weekly surplus<br />
distribution facilities - and deliver these items to the 3 <strong>MOMMAS</strong><br />
House locations in Hempstead, Glen Cove and Jericho.<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong> House not only provides room and board for young mothers,<br />
but it allows these moms to finish high school, start college, find a<br />
job, and care for their babies. These skills are difficult enough for older married couples, let alone young single mothers.<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong> House gives these moms a sense of accomplishment, teaches them responsibility, and gives them a view of the real<br />
world. It also allows them to jump-start their futures equipped with an education, a paying job, and most-importantly, an increased<br />
sense of self-worth and heightened self-esteem.<br />
Like most not-for-profit organizations, <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House relies on contributions in order to keep their services available. These<br />
contributions can come in the form of donations, and in the form of services. Donors can use the <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House web site<br />
www.mommashouse.org to do their online shopping. There are several retail organizations that will use a portion of the proceeds<br />
to support <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House. Additionally, need-based donations of furniture, food, clothes, etc. are always welcome. Lastly,<br />
donors who wish to help with their skills can provide mentoring services, handyman work, general construction, office work,<br />
fundraising and other valuable services. Please go to the website and see how you can help.<br />
My two partners and I own a Computer Consulting firm specializing in Information Technology, Security and Compliance; I help<br />
Island Harvest doing on-call food runs when I can; I’m a member of the Lindenhurst Volunteer Fire Department Rescue Company<br />
and I’m studying to become an EMT; I’m a former United States Marine; I’ve been living on Long Island since 1970; And,<br />
I’ve been blissfully married to my best friend Carol for 24 years. Editor’s note: Semper Fi…“Lucky lady!”<br />
Christmas Christmas Concert<br />
Concert<br />
Kudos again to the �orth Shore Pops Band for once<br />
again treating us to a lovely evening of holiday music held<br />
at St. Rocco’s Parish Hall, Glen Cove; a rockin’ time was<br />
had by all. Consider saving the date next year, guarantee<br />
you will be glad you did!<br />
Special thanks to Laurie Broderick, of Shelter Rock<br />
Church for helping to make this a special evening. Since<br />
the concert is held on a week night and clear cross-island,<br />
you cannot imagine how invaluable that help was!<br />
Capital Capital Fund Fund Campaign Campaign Update<br />
Update<br />
The current status of the Capital Fund Campaign is making<br />
progress. We are halfway “home”! Please consider investing<br />
in the future of <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House and the women and<br />
babies we serve.<br />
We would be most grateful if a couple of you would consider<br />
hosting a reception at your home/business or anywhere<br />
feasible to accommodate an intimate gathering.<br />
Light refreshments only, as the main purpose is to have a<br />
platform on which to explain what <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House is<br />
and what it hopes to accomplish. No high pressure tactics<br />
are ever used, only the distribution of information and ways<br />
one might help if so inclined.<br />
UNWANTED<br />
CAR?<br />
Donate to <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House<br />
With the success of our Drive to Thrive program, many of our<br />
mother’s are obtaining their driver’s licenses and are now in<br />
need of some wheels!<br />
If you have a working car you’re looking to get rid of, please<br />
consider donating to <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House. The car will be<br />
given to any resident who has obtained her driver’s license<br />
and begun working. All donations are tax deductible, and this<br />
would be a wonderful gift for one of our young mother’s just<br />
starting their careers. Please contact the office at 516-781-<br />
8637 and leave a message about your vehicle, etc.<br />
At Your Service<br />
Do you need an extra set of hands at your next party or family/corporate<br />
gathering? We have trained some of the young<br />
mothers to provide this service and I am sure you will be pleased<br />
by their conscientiousness. They will set up, serve and clean-up.<br />
Please give them a chance to earn some money, while they attend<br />
school and parent their children. Contact the Office at 516-<br />
781-8637 if you are interested in this service.
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What’s on our Wish List?<br />
GOODS<br />
• New Carpeting in our Glen Cove residence bedrooms and<br />
Jericho residence office.<br />
• MiniVan in good running condition - late model for a reasonable<br />
price.<br />
• A used WORKING CAR for newly licensed mothers<br />
• METROCARDS*** - this is how our girls get to school, work,<br />
doctor’s appts., and counseling.<br />
• Potty Training seats - we have several toddlers ready to take<br />
the next step!<br />
• Paper goods for all houses: paper towels, napkins, toilet paper,<br />
tissues, baby wipes, diapers (sizes 4, 5 & 6), copy/printer<br />
paper<br />
• All Cleaning Supplies – kitchen, laundry, bathroom<br />
• Toiletries - toothpaste/brushes, soap, Band-aids/antiseptic, shampoo,<br />
children’s “Tylenol”, Pedia-Lyte, baby health/first aid kits<br />
• Bed in a Bag sets - twin size<br />
• Solid color Knit Crib Sheets!!<br />
• We are NOT in need of infant clothing at this time, but if you<br />
are having a drive or baby shower, we could use new<br />
TODDLER size clothing 2T-5T.<br />
• Home Depot Gift Cards<br />
• A Wet-Dry Vacuum<br />
• Baby monitors<br />
SERVICES<br />
• Sponsor a young mother for driving<br />
lessons - $500-$600, perhaps your<br />
family, group or organization can<br />
raise the funds for this purpose.<br />
• Driver’s Education teachers to help<br />
our moms obtain their driver’s license<br />
• VOLUNTEERS!! Clerical work - mail<br />
assembly, filing, maintenance of<br />
mailing list; minor house repairs /<br />
maintenance & yard work, help sort<br />
donations, build some storage<br />
shelves, etc.<br />
• Child care volunteers during the day<br />
& evening, especially in Glen Cove!<br />
• Join existing Fund-Raising Committees<br />
• “A few good men” with a truck/van to<br />
pick-up and deliver donations, especially<br />
furniture<br />
• Minor house repairs/maintenance<br />
• Seasonal gardening - at all houses<br />
renewal (clean-up, bushes, flowers)<br />
Your support for all events is greatly appreciated. There are many ways to<br />
contribute to <strong>MOMMAS</strong> and we hope you will choose one of them:<br />
1. Join our volunteer staff - greatest need, the fundraising committees<br />
2. Donate on the Internet - �etworkForGood.com (or link directly from our website)<br />
3. If you are a federal employee, donate to <strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. through the LI Federated Campaign<br />
payroll deduction Designate <strong>MOMMAS</strong> #31704 as the recipient<br />
4. Employer offer “Matching Gifts Program”? Choice of Monetary or Time & Talent offered by some<br />
corporations.<br />
5. Commemorative Cards Available – Memorials, Births, Anniversary, Birthdays – any occasion worth<br />
remembering, make your gifting “meaningful”<br />
6. Internet Shoppers – Make purchases through iGive.com or Goodshop.com and <strong>MOMMAS</strong> will get<br />
a percent of every sale from 1,000+ retail participants. Go online to register or call office for details.<br />
7. Information available on how to remember <strong>MOMMAS</strong> when involved with Estate Planning<br />
8. Place the enclosed envelope where you pay your bills so that you will keep us in mind when<br />
contribution is possible<br />
9. Commemorative Cards Available – Memorials, Births, Anniversary, Birthdays – any occasion worth<br />
remembering, make your gifting “meaningful”<br />
10. A 2006 law makes charitable giving from Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) tax-free. People<br />
70 ½ and older can gift assets from an IRA to a qualified organization without it being taxed as income.<br />
Please remember <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House!
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Plant a Seed… to help our flowers grow<br />
Please give now as the need is great and the options are few. There are many ways to support our mission -<br />
to help pregnant or parenting young women on their journey to become good parents and self-supporting<br />
individuals.<br />
Please help in any way you can<br />
Support upcoming events<br />
Volunteer your time and share your gifts.<br />
Designate <strong>MOMMAS</strong> as a recipient of your Federated<br />
Campaign contribution<br />
<strong>Inc</strong>lude <strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. in your estate planning<br />
I would like to make a Monthly donation of $ ________<br />
I would like to make a One Time donation of $ ________<br />
Best Buddies: Layla, Jennifer and Madelyn<br />
in our Glen Cove day care<br />
I would like to make a pledge of $________ to the Capital Fund Campaign for <strong>MOMMAS</strong> to purchase a new home<br />
to house homeless mother and their children. OR ______ I would be interested in hosting a reception at my home<br />
to encourage others to pledge support for the Capital Fund Campaign - please send more information.<br />
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We accept checks made payable to <strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. or Credit Card Payments (complete information below). You<br />
can send this page and your contribution in the self-addressed envelope provided. Thank you for your support!<br />
�ame _________________________________________ Phone �umber: ____________________________<br />
Address __________________________________________________________________________________<br />
I wish to make a contribution of $ ___________________ for my choice of support indicated above.<br />
Charge Card ____Visa ____MasterCard ____American Express ____Discover<br />
Card �umber ____________________________________________ Expiration Date _____________<br />
___ I wish to charge my donation of $ ____________________ monthly / one time (circle one)<br />
Signature ________________________________________________ Date _______________________
<strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. INK <strong>Winter</strong> - <strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2009</strong><br />
MAILING LIST<br />
UPDATE REQUEST<br />
We are pleased to have over 7,000 individuals, groups,<br />
businesses and families on our Mailing List. We strive to<br />
keep our supporters informed and involved in <strong>MOMMAS</strong><br />
House. However, the cost of printing and postage for<br />
such a large list is cumbersome. We ask that you<br />
please let us know if you are no longer interested in receiving<br />
the newsletter. Please let us know if you have<br />
moved and your mail is being forwarded, so that we<br />
may update your contact information.<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />
1857 Wantagh Avenue<br />
Wantagh, NY 11793<br />
Address Correction Requested<br />
GO PAPERLESS!<br />
Are you environmentally conscious? Or maybe you<br />
just hate the paper you’ve got piling up around the<br />
house? Well now you can choose to have your<br />
<strong>MOMMAS</strong> House newsletter sent to you electronically!<br />
Just email mommas86@aol.com with the subject<br />
“Email Newsletter” and inside please indicate your<br />
Name and Address where you currently receive our<br />
Newsletter. We will stop sending you paper newsletters,<br />
and instead you can get the newsletter emailed to<br />
you in PDF format 4 times a year! This would really<br />
help <strong>MOMMAS</strong> House cut down on the costs of<br />
printing and mailing!<br />
EMAIL<br />
ADDRESSES<br />
We’d love to be able to keep our<br />
friends and supporters up to date<br />
on <strong>MOMMAS</strong> events in between<br />
our newsletter mailings. Please<br />
email us at mommas86@aol.com<br />
with the subject: “Keep In Touch”.<br />
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