Newsletter - Grosse Pointe Crisis Club

Grosse Pointe Crisis Club
Newsletter
Celebrating 57 Years of Helping Those in Need
Volume 47
July/August 2013
Number 4
“Kotcher’s Kapers”
Golf Outing Fundraiser
Monday, August 5, 2013
Sycamore Hills Golf Club
From The President
As we begin to enjoy our beautiful Michigan summer months
ahead, I would like to share some
encouraging statistics for your
enjoyment. Like all organizations,
we are not immune to fluctuating
membership levels that correspond
with the state of the economy. I am
happy to report that since 2010, after
a decline in membership, we have
been consistently increasing our
ranks. In the year 2010 we started off
with 176 members and reduced to
172 in 2011. We added two members in the beginning of 2012 and
then, by October of 2012, we had
a total of 186 members. Since the
beginning of 2013 we added three
more and today stand at 189 members. These are positive and encouraging signs that our Club is healthy
and growing, and as our membership
increases it allows us to better serve
those that happen to find themselves
in a crisis situation. I would like to
thank everyone for their hard work
Continued on Page 6
The Annual “Kotcher’s Kapers” Golf Outing Fundraiser is less than a month
away! Please take a moment to register your foursome or individual players
with Ted Eikhoff. This is the Club’s second largest annual fundraiser and, to
continue to make the outing attractive and affordable, the Golf Committee
has kept the price the same as last year’s successful event. If you register and
pay prior to July 27th, your cost for the day, which
includes lunch, golf (hole-in-one entries
included)
and dinner with open bar, is only
$100. If you register after that date
or pay on-site the cost is
$115.
Each Par 3 will provide hole-inone opportunities with prizes
ranging from $10,000, a golf vacation package, a hot air balloon
ride and golf equipment. We
will continue with our popular
50/50 putting contest, LED HD TV
card game, raffles, silent auction,
door prizes and a 50/50 cash
raffle. Please see the enclosed flyer for complete details or go to www.golfdigestplanner.com/22359-grossepointecrisisclub/
The Golf Committee is continuing to solicit donations for the prize drawing
and Tee Sponsorships. If you have any questions regarding the event please
contact Ted Eikhoff at 313-407-9132 or [email protected]. If you have any
items for the silent auction contact Steve Graus at stevegraus@
comcast.net. For sponsorship opportunities contact Jim Maniere at 586-2323994 or at [email protected].
This is our last major fundraiser of the year, so please lend your support and
help make this another successful “Kotcher’s Kapers” Golf Outing.
Ted Eikhoff and Steve Graus, Co-Chairmen
2013 “Kotcher’s Kapers” Golf Outing
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ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assistant Crisis Case Director
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James M. Flannery Distributed by Young Supply Company
Anthony R. Vallan
Legal Counsel
Vice President/GM- Crisis Club Member
Nominations/Elections
F. Peter Blake
F. Peter Blake
Walter Heck, Jr.
Membership Chairman
Richard Grosfield Sr. Parliamentarian
W E A L T H
Assistant
Membership Chairman John J. Blake
Service Officer
John H. Kotcher
Donald G. Dungan
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Ted E. Eikhoff
Advertising Chairman
James L. Maniere
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Crisis Case Corner
By Donald H. Vormelker - Crisis Case Director
Case 1480 J. Oreson – D. Vormelker
A middle aged couple with three children living at home
was referred by a GPCC member’s son. Both adults were
receiving Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits.
The oldest daughter left home leaving numerous bills.
Another daughter, still at home, was sleeping on the floor.
The Club assisted with two months rent, a car insurance
payment and a box spring and mattress for the daughter.
Case 1481 J. Kotcher – J. Oreson
A member referred an elderly gentleman who was recovering from medical problems. After interviewing him, it
was determined he only required one months rent which
was provided by the Club.
Case 1482 R. Borowy - J. Flannery
A Club member’s wife recommended a co-worker who
was recovering from cancer and heart bypass surgery
and had not worked since February. She was collecting
SSDIB during recovery. Her doctor released her to return
to work but she was behind on rent and utility payments.
The Club paid three months rent and utility bills.
Case 1483 D. Vormelker – J. Oreson
A young couple with five children was recommended for
assistance by a Club member. The husband was injured
at work and the wife has Multiple Sclerosis. He has filed
for disability but they currently have no income and were
facing eviction. Three month’s rent was paid by the Club
and Meijer gift cards supplied for food and necessities for
their children.
New Member Profiles
By John J. Blake - Ass’t.Membership Chairman
Andrew Cazazza works as a Project Manager at Russell
Development, a construction company, in Grosse Pointe
Farms. Andrew is single, resides in Grosse Pointe Farms
and enjoys motorcycles and sailing in his free time. His
sponsors are his father, Gene Cazazza and James Flannery.
Jay Carl Charvat is the owner of Charvat the Florist, a
full-service retail florist, in Grosse Pointe Farms. He intends to be an active member in the Club. His sponsors
are John Wolff and Jack Blum.
David Corker is the owner of Distinguished Floor Coatings, an epoxy floor coating company, in Clinton Twp.
David is married to Diane and has three children, two
daughters and a son who works with him in the family business. His sponsors are Robert Godard and John
Bogdziewicz.
Thank You Notes Received
Case 1478
Dear Grosse Pointe Crisis Club Members,
It is nice to know that there are still people who take such
pleasure in doing special things and making others feel
good. Thank you! You are really special people.
Case 1479
Dear Jerry,
Thank you so very much for your help financially and
emotionally. I was at my wits end when I was told about
your organization. I can only give thanks to God for bringing you people into my life and I can’t tell you how much
what you’ve done has changed my life by giving me
another chance and with God willing I can find a way to
give back.
Case 1482
To Everyone at the Grosse Pointe Crisis Club,
I want to thank everyone for what you have done for me. I
don’t know what I would have done if you wouldn’t have
helped.
I am feeling much better, and returning to work soon. So
things will once again fall into place with less stress.
Thank you again and God Bless all of you. I will see you
at your next benefit. I’m very much looking forward to
coming to help play a part in helping other people who
very much need it.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!
PLEASE NOTE!
We encourage our members to refer people or families in
a possible crisis or emergency, but we ask our members to
contact the Crisis Director or any Trustee in person. Please
do not give anyone the hot-line number, or the telephone
number of case investigators or any other Crisis Club
member.
Help Wanted
Position: Grosse Pointe Crisis Club Secretary
Requirements: Crisis Club Member
Responsibilities: Attend Trustee meetings and
record the minutes of the meeting.
Skills Required: Attention to detail, basic computer skills and the ability to transcribe voice
recording or take accurate notes.
Contact: John Bogdziewicz
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Past Golf Outings
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GROSSE POINTE
CRISIS CLUB
presents
JACK OF
SPADES
RAFFLE
65% PAYOUT
TO WINNER
Drawing Every Wednesday @ 8:00 P.M.
January 9, 2013 through January 1, 2014
Tickets: $1.00 Need Not Be Present To Win
Tickets available and
drawings held at:
Sunrise Sunset Saloon
15222 Charlevoix
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
Grosse Pointe Crisis Club will receive 35% of proceeds
License # C25946
Grosse Pointe Crisis Club
Jack of Spades Raffle Update
We just completed
our 26th drawing
on July 3rd and the
jackpot total was
$7,221. The Jack of
Spades lives and we
continue to build the
jackpot.
Be part of the fun,
and a potential
winner, by supporting the Crisis Club
Jack of Spades raffle.
Drawings are each
Wednesday at 8:00
p.m. Tickets are only $1 and may be purchased from
any of the Trustees or at The Irish Coffee Bar and Grill,
Mike’s on the Water, DC Sports locations or, at the home
of the raffle, at the Sunrise Sunset Saloon.
The committee wishes to acknowledge the support of
Bob Borowy, Jim Ellis, Mike Arnett, Creighton Weber
and Jim Maniere for their ticket sales.
Whatever support you can provide, whether you buy
tickets, sell tickets or just pass the word is greatly appreciated.
From the President (continued from page 1)
and dedication to our Club and for promoting our good
works to those in our communities.
Speaking of promoting in our communities, our weekly
Jack of Spades raffle, held at Sunrise Sunset Saloon,
had a jackpot of $7,221 as of July 3rd. It continues to
grow waiting for that lucky person to draw the Jack of
Spades. Please see the article above to find out how
you can purchase tickets, and perhaps be the one to
find that elusive Jack.
Mark your calendars for our annual “Kotchers Kapers”
Golf Outing which is right around the corner. This
fantastic fundraiser will be held on Monday, August 5th
at Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Macomb. The outing
cost is $115 however, by registering and paying by July
27th the outing cost is reduced to $100 per player. The
outing includes lunch, golf, dinner and open bar for
6
two hours. You cannot beat that deal! Grab your friends
and co- workers and sign up for a very enjoyable,
relaxing day. If you are not a golfer you can still attend
lunch/dinner/bar for $50 or only $40 if you register by
July 27th. With our four person scramble format you
don’t have to be a good golfer to have a truly enjoyable
day. So grab some clubs and come on out and have
some fun. We are always looking for tee sponsors and/
or door prizes, so if you or anyone you know could help
by securing donations, please contact me. It would be
greatly appreciated.
I look forward to enjoying the warm weather ahead.
Be safe, and see you at the outing on August 5th.
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As a reminder you need to re-enroll to continue earning
in the Kroger Community Rewards Program.
2013
July 18
Trustee Meeting
Barrister Gardens
Aug. 5
Kotcher’s Kapers
Golf Outing
Sycamore Hills
Sept/Oct
Comedy Night
Barrister Gardens
Note:
Dates for Trustee Meetings are tentative and
subject to change.
When a person enrolls or re-enrolls in April, their earnings (for the charity) will start MAY 1st 2013. Any member who enrolled before April 1, 2013 must re-enroll
to continue earning. All participants must sign up for
the program in order to continue earning funds for your
group during 2013-2014.
It’s easy for your members to enroll or re-enroll in Kroger
Community Rewards. They can visit www.krogercommunityrewards.com, click on “Michigan” and click on “Enroll.” All participants must have a valid online account at
Kroger.com and must sign up online to participate.
Remember to look at the very end of your Kroger receipts
and you should see “GROSSE POINTE CRISIS CLUB
listed. If not, you need to register.
Article II - BOARD OF TRUSTEES
SECTION 2. NOMINATION OF TRUSTEES. The
President shall appoint a Nomination Chairman each year.
Any Member of the Club, in good standing, who has been
a Member for at least three (3) years, is qualified to be a
candidate for the Board of Trustees. Any qualified Member
wishing to be considered as a candidate shall submit his
name and resume to the Nomination Chairman no later
than the first day of August of each year. The Nomination
Chairman shall select not less than four (4) nor more than
six (6) candidates for the three (3) vacancies on the Board
of Trustees each year. This section of the By-Laws shall be
published every year in the mid-year Newsletter.
This year’s Election of Trustees for the term 2014 through
2017, will be held on the 1st Thursday in November,
November 7, 2013, the day designated for the Annual
Meeting of the Members.
Members wishing to submit their name or nominate another Member as a candidate for Trustee should contact
Peter Blake at 313-530-3024.
Sincerely,
Kroger Community Rewards
The Kroger Co. Michigan Division
MOTTO
The Grosse Pointe Crisis Club is pledged to act fast
in an emergency or “CRISIS” not covered by the
policies of other charitable organizations. Cases
requiring continuing aid are best handled by others.
Serving the Community Since 1956
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INDUSTRIAL
SOURCES
CONSULTING
INVESTMENTS
INSURANCES
REAL ESTATE
JAMES L. MANIERE - CHAIRMAN
JULY BIRTHDAYS
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Edwin J. Lukas
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William A. Knies
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William R. VanDeweghe
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Bruce D. Kennedy
17 Jay H. Kotcher
17 Ralph McKian
18 Ronald F. Pearce
20 Martin L. Godard
20 Greg Grosfield
21 Dallas W. Carrier
21 Jeffrey Allen Yaussens
21 Robert H. Balcerzak
30 Michael P. Arnett
31 Michael J. Reilly
51607 Kachina Lane • Macomb Twp. 48042
(586) 232-3994 • Email: [email protected]
AUGUST BIRTHDAYS
11 Michael A. McCabee
16 James M. Perna
16 Tom Halpin
17 David E. Hopp
20 Martin K. Meldrum
20 Michael Walter Miller
22 Jeff Bogen
23 Mark S. Switalski
24 Lawrence D. Ray
28 Jerry A. Oreson
28 Steven Heck
29 Salvatore Ventimiglia
30 Jan Ingvar Lasher
Newsletter Availability
If you would like an additional copy of our Newsletter for family, friends or business associates, please
stop by the following establishments:
Irish Coffee Bar & Grill, Grosse Pointe Farms
Sunrise Sunset Saloon, Grosse Pointe Park
Mike’s On the Water, St. Clair Shores
17060 MASONIC BLVD., SUITE 101 • FRASER, MI 48026
(586) 296-1312 • Fax: (586) 296-0352 • [email protected]
Jason Hill - Crisis Club Member
A.B.C. Boring Co.
DAVID DUHAIME, President
JIM DUHAIME, Retired
Crisis Club Members
30600 Ryan Road • Warren, Michigan 48092
Tel: (586) 751-2580 • Fax: (586) 751-2601
DISTRIBUTORS OF:
SINCE 1933
AND OTHER FINE PRODUCTS
Paul Quasarano
Crisis Club Member
14400 Oakland Ave.
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 867-6900
(313) 867-6020 Fax
www.eastown.com
MANUFACTURERS OF
BOLTS • SCREWS • STUDS • RODS • NUTS
ISO 9002 CERTIFIED QS 9000
FORD Q1 CERTIFIED
FAX:
313-884-0206
Lawrence W. Ray - Crisis Club Member
Home: (313) 884-7982 • Cell: (313) 303-5097
[email protected]
WAYNE BOLT & NUT CO.
13085 FAIRLANE • LIVONIA MI 48150 • (734) 744-4820
SINCE 1959
MEDICAL WELLNESS CENTER/ARMADA CHIROPRACTIC
Whole Hearted Health Care
Crisis Club Contact Information
Web: www.gpcrisisclub.org
E-mail: [email protected]
Dr. Maqbulur R. Khan - Chiropractic
Dr. Fransisco L. Buen - Medical
Physical Therapy / Massage Therapy
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Mail: Grosse Pointe Crisis Club
P.O. Box 36243 • Grosse Pointe, MI 48236
Your Host: John Kennedy
Crisis Club Member
(313) 881-5675
18666 Mack Avenue
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
JAMES (JIM) MANIERE - Consultant
Servicing You is My PRIORITY
Office: (586) 532-0500 • Cell: (586) 850-5390
Email: [email protected]
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