Winter-Spring 2009 - MOMMAS, Inc.

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MOMMAS, Inc. INK Winter - Spring 2009 Memorials Memorials Received Received Please remember in your prayers: Aunt Josie Carol Buonauto Joan Bundy Josepsh Colasanti Frances Coppola Ted DeLyra Mary Eccleston Thomas Fitzgerald Robert King Vincent Mattone Elizabeth Franz Oliver Richard Sullivan Richard Supple Virginia Syracuse Michael V. Tepedino, MD Fred Trumpy Florence Urff Louise Zollo Living Living Tributes Tributes Please keep in your prayers: Dr. Erik Enquist Baby Robert John Gaudiosi William Keeley Michael & Regina Keogh Mel & Anthony Lauto Grant Grant Update Update Update Sincere thanks to the trustees of the following for grant funding: Maternity and Early Childhood Foundation, Nassau County Common Sense for the Common Good, Nassau County Emergency Shelter Grant, the Hagedorn Long Island Fund, Delucia Family Foundation, Howard E. Stark Foundation, the Thomas & Jeanne Elmezzi Private Foundation, H. W. Wilson Foundation, CMFN Program - Kate Nowack, Mineola-Pacific Oddfellows Lodge # 125, Charity Begins at Home, Nassau County WE CARE Bar Association, and Fund for the Poor. What’s Happening Around MOMMAS House Take Take a a Chance Chance on on Life Life Night Night Mary Jean Murphy & MOMMAS South Shore Fundraising Committee wish to report that “Take a Chance on Life” night held September 13 th at St. Frances de Chantal Church Auditorium in Wantagh was a huge success. Over 100 people tried their luck at Blackjack, Roulette, Slots, Texas Hold’em, etc. More than a few were heard to let out enthusiastic whoops as just the right card or number came up. The tournament was professionally run by M&M Entertainment, who also donated a real home slot machine for raffle. Talk about raffle prizes! How about the popular seasonal gifts of a GPS, large flat panel LCD TV, laptop computer, a golf club (Tiger would appreciate), a bracelet from Tiffany & Co. and baskets filled to the brim with gift certificates to restaurants and services. We thank our donors who were very generous to our work. That, and the delicious food served, ensured a “winning” evening. Over and again, departing comments such as, “That was so much fun!” were offered with enthusiasm! If you missed this one, better luck next time! **PLEASE Patronize the Following Generous Merchants** The Schooner, Bedell’s, Thom-Thom, Hemingway’s, Cara Mia Duo, Wantagh Inn, Ale House, Danford’s, Swan Club, Season Four, McDonalds, Lucky Duck, Butera’s, Spasso’s, Cherrywood Café, Grimaldi, Spumonte, Johnny Malone’s, Lady Anne’s Tea House, Per Un’Angelo and Uncle Bacala’s, Seaford Cinemas, Clean Machine Car Wash, Fashion Nail Salon, The Wooden Heart, Simply Massage, Wantagh Emporium, Jim Dandy Cleaners Village Cleaners, Atlantis, Silver Scissors Salon, Hicks Nursery, Slap Happy Bakery, Jays Appliance, Merrick Stage, New Wave Seafood Market, Lowe’s, Ivaronne Brothers, Numa Florist, Beverage Barn, Dinner My Way, Pinnacle Tax, The Stage Theatre, Taxxes NYIT, Massage Therapy Shoppe, Polara Jewelers, NY Jets, NY Islanders, Joseph’s Flowers New Noble Nails & Spa, and Tiffany & Co. Around Around the the World World in in 80 80 Days Days Dinner Dance Gala Chairladies, Mary Mc Caffery, Mary Gilroy-Doohan, Beth Mahon, Joan Durso- Serra and Marianne Iordanou join in thanking their committee for yet another blockbuster evening on November 14, 2008 held at the Garden City Hotel. This year’s honorees were the most deserving couple - Mayor Richard & Mrs. Irene Goodwin, who have both championed the work of MOMMAS House for years! Every year we say, “How will they ever top this year’s gala?” And every year they do! Wonderful job ladies, you are truly an inspiration! Upcoming Upcoming Upcoming Events Events Events • May 15 - 7pm GOLD PARTY to benefit MOMMAS, Wantagh, NY • June 5 & 6 - 10-4 Spring Yard Sale @ 53 Bay Drive, Massapequa, NY • Summer 2009 - Tentative plans for an English Garden Tea • September 26, 2009 - Casino �ight at St. William the Abbot, Seaford • �ovember 2009 - Dinner Dance Gala - more details to follow Always call office for details 516-781-8637 or visit our website www.mommashouse.org for updates. Christmas Christmas Reunion Reunion Joan Phillips and her busy “elf” volunteers did another splendid job with planning and arranging our Annual Christmas Reunion. Widely attended by alumni and current residents alike, this event has been graciously held at the Bellmore Knights of Columbus for the past few years. This year Gino’s of Bellmore generously donated all the food for 125 people, ensuring the party’s success. Just in case there are any non-believers out there… this party takes place every year, bringing the true spirit of Christmas to those most in need, at virtually no cost to MOMMAS House! As in free – venue, presents, food, service, photos and entertainment and yes, the big guy himself – Santa! Now I would call that a modern day miracle; thanks to all that make it happen!
MOMMAS, Inc. INK Winter - Spring 2009 Knowledge Knowledge is is Power Power Resident Katie reporting on the Financial Literacy Workshop Over the past four months of attending the Financial Literacy workshop I have learned many things; one of them being how to invest my money wisely into the stocks, through the stock market game. My fellow residents at MOMMAS House and I have learned how to buy and sell stock and the difference between stocks and mutual funds. Coming in first place among the other MOMMAS House teams was very rewarding and exciting. All of the teams had similar strategies in playing the game; but having Wal-Mart stock put ours over the top. Previously, if someone asked me how the economy was, I would not have had a clue. Thanks to the kindness and generosity of volunteers, like our instructor Kate Nowack, I have now taken an interest in the economy, as well as my own financial well being. We We Salute... Salute... Salute... • As aforementioned, our Christmas Party and celebrations at individual houses were a huge success! This party would never be possible without the Bellmore Knights of Columbus making room at their “Inn” for us. Every child in attendance was treated to gifts from Santa, made possible by his many elves at PROPHET NYC, Verizon Pioneers, South Nassau Hospital, Oceanside, Half Hollow Hills H.S. East, N.B.C. Toys for Kids, KPMG of L.I., Runyon’s of Seaford, Manhasset H.S., TWEEZERMAN Int’l., L.I. Fund for Women & Girls, Coalition for the Homeless, Shelter Rock Church, St. William the Abbot Church, St. Frances de Chantal Church, Deborah E. Wares of Wantagh, the Gaelic Society, Newman & Make a Difference Clubs at Nassau Community College conducted toy drives, St. Raymond’s St. Vincent de Paul Society, and of course, the Congregational Church of Manhasset whose “Angle Tree” does it’s very best every year to make dreams come true! • Additionally, many individuals set out with supplied Wish Lists to fulfill. Julie McCann was checking her list twice and did a great job for Glen Cove House. Rachel Gaudiosi stopped by several times in her quiet, unassuming way, adding presents. The Dangelo Family honored their beloved mother Evelyn’s legacy by purchasing two new computers for the residents. Alas, the dreaded danger of these lists – the sin of omission. If you were not mentioned, please accept my apologies and know where it really counts, your goodness has been duly noted. God bless you one and all. • Those that answered our Christmas Appeal; over $22,000 was generated at a time when the need is great. In the same vein, we greatly appreciate those that have: approached employers about “Matching Gift” programs, have gotten into the habit of using our memorial/living tribute card program and finally, those who have joined the ranks of regular monthly donors. We can breathe a little easier when there are funds we can count on as much as the bills! • The Daughters of Portugal for lovely gift baskets and a generous monetary contribution. Katie and her son Paul • We thank Holy Child School, Old Westbury and Friends Academy for their Paper/Practical Item Drive. Toilet paper may not be “cute”, but it sure comes in handy when you need it! Kidding aside, these items require constant replenishing, so their donation saves us from having to buy. (Call the office for suggested list.) • Kudos to Manhasset High School, Robert Novak, fellow teachers and staff who came up with the genius idea of “Penny Wars”; nothing like healthy competition between grades to get things moving – resulting in proceeds of $5,491.25 to MOMMAS House! • To St. William the Abbot 8 th Grade, Church of Notre Dame, New Hyde Park for much needed MetroCards, West Hempstead Cathedral Auxiliary - Post #1087 for various Wish List items, St. Catherine of Sienna, Franklin Square, St. Mary’s of Manhasset decorated the Jericho House, St. Raymond’s of East Rockaway, St Joseph’s Churches of Hewlett and Garden City, Our Lady of Lourdes, Malverne, Holy Child School, Old Westbury, and St. Frances de Chantal, Wantagh. • Molloy College, Adelphi, C.W. Post and St. John’s Universities for continued support volunteering service/learning hours. More and more colleges/universities are establishing a winwin relationship with us. They are practicing what they are learning, be it: public relations, speech therapy, early intervention, etc. benefiting us both. Additionally, their internship programs are enabling us to offer more services to our residents. • Detective Steven and Honorable Patti McDonald for their loyal and immeasurable support! • To our many workshop instructors (i.e. Kate �owack of Financial Literacy – see resident report) who offer their time and expertise to MOMMAS’ residents, affording them a real chance at successful living. • To all of our other volunteers: those that rock our babies, drive to doctor appointments, sort clothing, pick-up furniture/food, make fundraising events memorable and profitable, write grants, keep the books, make up our Board of Directors…you know who you are and what you do, we hope you know how grateful we are!
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