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PNLjune2016.web - Candlelighters of Brevard
November 2014 SPRING/SUMMER 2016 A Newsletter for our Sponsors, Donors & Friends 25+ RS OF SE EA ING RV Y CandlelightersOfBrevard.org We LOVE You for Caring! Candlelighters of Brevard, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to children with cancer and their families by offering emotional support and financial assistance. We are committed to ensuring no one has to face the diagnosis of childhood cancer alone. CANDLELIGHTERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Brendan McCarthy, President James M. O’Brien, Attorney Nancy Dyer, Secretary Ross A. Whitley, Accountant Stephanie Brown, Edna Fairbanks, Tracey Latshaw, Mark Mikolajczyk, Mike Moss, Linda Parker, Mike Spragins, Charlotte Wienckoski EXECUTIVE STAFF Natasha Duran, Executive Director Adis Perez, Director of Family Services Karrie Torok, Operations Manager Upcoming Events For more info visit, CandlelightersofBrevard.org INDIALANTIC BOARDWALK TRIATHLON June 26, 2016 Nance Park 100 Miramar Ave Indialantic, FL 32903 LADIES NIGHT OUT August 13, 2016 Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront 2605 North A1A Melbourne, FL 32903 CRYSTAL’S DAY October 22, 2016 Gleason Park 1223 Yacht Club Blvd. Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937 Candlelighters of Brevard, Inc. 436 Fifth Ave., Suite 1 Indialantic, FL 32903 Office/Resale Shop: 321-728-5600 Fax: 321-802-9707 A portion of the printing cost related to the publication of this newsletter is underwritten by Steve Roessler at Indian River Press and employees of Coastal Mitsubishi/ Hyundai and Cocoa Hyundai. ENDOW BREVARD’S FUTURE www.CFBrevard.org/Endow-Brevards-Future Candlelighters of Brevard Agency Endowment Fund Options for Lifetime & After-Life Charitable Gifts: In honor of memories & experiences you treasure most about Brevard County, you can establish a legacy for the community during your lifetime or as part of your estate planning. Endow a cause you care deeply about such as Candlelighters of Brevard. • Make a single gift or build on our endowment fund with an annual tax deductible charitable gift • Transfer an asset (appreciated stocks or other investment, property) to the Community Foundation for Brevard in your Will as one of your beneficiaries How? It is easy to participate! To be part of Endow Brevard’s Future you can make a gift to our endowment fund through the Community Foundation for Brevard. Please contact Sandi Scannelli at 321-752-5505 or [email protected] for more options, information, or questions. • Name the Candlelighters of Brevard Agency Endowment Fund under the Community Foundation for Brevard in an investment account, retirement account or life insurance policy as one of your beneficiaries • Specify an after-life transfer of an investment or retirement account to the Community Foundation for Brevard for the Candlelighters of Brevard Agency Endowment Fund • Put an agreement in place that becomes activated when the bequest is fulfilled How to make a gift: Your gifts are tax deductible charitable contributions to the full extent of the law. While we always recommend that you talk to your professional adivsor(s) for the strategy that works best for your needs, here are some options to consider: The Light June 2016 • Published bi-annually by Candlelighters of Brevard, Inc Message from the President As I look back on the past year, it is hard not to feel so incredibly proud of this community and the support for Candlelighters of Brevard. From our donors and volunteers to our board and staff, it has been amazing to watch the support of this organization grow every single year. This past year in particular was incredible as I watched the community rally around and support our move to a much needed new home. Led by the direction and passion of Natasha and Adis, and the extremely generous donation of time and talent from Steve Price (Steven W. Price Construction), we saw businesses, individuals, contractors, city officials, new volunteers, seasoned volunteers and so many others come together to make this move happen for our families. We now have our resale shop, storage, offices and meeting space all under one roof. This new location has already boosted our resale shop sales, but more importantly; it has provided a location for our families to meet privately for anything they need and a place to call home. A true heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this possible! In 2015 we welcomed 14 new families to our Candlelighters family and we currently serve over 60 active families. With no Pediatric Oncologists in Brevard our families drove approximately 385,000 miles for treatment and spent over 1,000 days in overnight hospital stays. Sadly, four of our children passed away last year. They will forever be in our hearts as Candlelighters of Brevard angels. In 2014, the Board of Directors and staff developed a strategic plan to ensure the long term viability of Candlelighters of Brevard. Many of our initiatives are currently in place and we are pleased with the results and the direction we are headed. The Endowment Fund that we established through the Community Foundation for Brevard has already proven to be beneficial. Additionally, our newly launched COB Volunteer Guild is attracting and retaining so many great volunteers! Our signature, community and fundraising events are all growing financially and are more popular than ever! All of these efforts are needed so that the organization can meet all of the growing needs of our families. Our mission remains the same — we are committed to ensuring no families in Brevard will ever have to face childhood cancer alone. our angels… forever in our hearts. Bryton Rose “Petal”Saxon JULY 8, 2009 – DECEMBER 30, 2015 Heaven gained a spunky, silly, crafty, amazingly beautiful angel on December 30, 2015. Bryton Rose Saxon gained her angel wings and began “meowing” for all who had passed before her. She spread love and laughter to every one who came near her. It was impossible to be in her presence and not have a smile on your face. Even though Bryton was only 6 years old she was wise beyond her years. She taught her family, friends and caregivers valuable lessons that will never be forgotten. She loved God and wanted her loved ones left on this earth to have “good days for the rest of their lives.” Bryton Rose was diagnosed with AML in March of 2015 and went into heart failure as a result of the chemotherapy in June of 2015. She was then placed on a Berlin heart until she passed in December. Bryton came in contact with many doctors, nurses, patients and therapists during her stays at Nemours in Orlando and Shands in Gainesville. She touched many lives while living in the hospital and was told many times that each life was enriched because of meeting her. To say she was a shining star on earth was an understatement. Her contagious laugh, sweet meows, funky style, silly jokes and kind heart was only a small portion of what made Bryton Rose Petal sparkle. Our family thanks everyone who has supported us during the last year and especially Candlelighters. Without the love, support and prayers from everyone our journey wouldn’t have been as possible. We know that you have many choices when it comes to spending your time and your dollars. For 26 years, we are thankful that the community has supported Candlelighters of Brevard. On behalf of the Board of Directors and executive staff, we would like to say ‘THANK YOU!’ With your support we will continue to help so many families when they need it most. Because kids can’t fight cancer alone. Brendan McCarthy Board President, Candlelighters of Brevard June 2016 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org3 Aubrey… 12 year old Aubrey was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma on November 8, 2015. She enjoys playing volleyball, mudding, and shopping. Her parents are Nancy & Terry and siblings are Trinity and Jurnee. This family lives in Palm Bay. Aubrey is being treated at Arnold Palmer Hospital in Orlando. welcome to our Candlelighters FAMILY Ricky… Ricky was diagnosed with Lymphoma on January 9, 2016. He is 7 years old and loves to play video games, fishing, swimming, and biking. His parents are Kathy & Warren and his sister is Melissa. This family lives in Satellite Beach. Ricky is being treated at Arnold Palmer Hospital in Orlando. Alayna … Alayna was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Pre B on June 2, 2015. She is 3 years old and loves to color, play with her dog, and ride her tricycle. Her parents are Ashley & Chris. Alayna is being treated at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando. E D U IT r T A GR om ou S fr ILIE FAM Abigail… 2 year old Abigail was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on January 14, 2016. She loves music, dancing and watching Mickey and Minnie movies. Her parents are Josh & Christiana and her siblings are Gabi, Josh, and Justin. This family lives in Palm Bay. Abigail is being treated at Arnold Palmer Hospital in Orlando. My daughter Averie was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia on June 3, 2015. We graciously thank Candlelighters and all their supporters for the financial and emotional support you have provided me and my family. I don’t know what we would do without angels like you. Danielle Welcome Aboard! Karrie Torok 4 Candlelighters of Brevard would like to welcome Karrie Torok to the staff! Karrie’s strong skill sets, along with commitment to service, makes her a dynamic addition to the team. Vanessa Steele, former Office Administrator, has pursued other external endeavors. Congratulations and best wishes to Vanessa. Karrie has been an active leader with Candlelighters of Brevard since February 2005, passionately volunteering for all major fundraisers and has served as co-chair multiple years for the Have a Heart Valentines Extravaganza. In July 2015, Karrie was instrumental in launching Candlelighters’ first ever Volunteer Guild — and currently serves as COB Volunteer Guild Chair. CandlelightersOfBrevard.org Karrie is a Florida native. She and her husband Donnie, his daughter Cassandra with their dog Rico Suavé, reside in Satellite Beach. Formerly, Karrie served as the Office Manager at Alpizar Law, LLC. Karrie has a specialty in legal management, bookkeeping, marketing, event planning, group travel & activities management, travel agent, A/P & A/R and reception. Karrie is dedicated to helping Candlelighters of Brevard continue to grow and increase community exposure of our purpose and mission. The organization remains focused on its core mission of providing emotional support and financial assistance to children diagnosed with cancer and their families. June 2016 THE MAGIC OF Christmas During the season of giving, Candlelighters of Brevard gave thanks to everyone that generously donated to the Christmas Party & Adopt-A-Family Program. From individual donors to local businesses, the support shown by our community was deeply heartwarming. Parents and guardians were June 2016 moved to tears when picking up the countless gifts donated to their entire family unit — including mom & dad! To each donor, we give thanks to you for your spirit of giving during the holiday season. CandlelightersOfBrevard.org5 Christmas Party 2015 1 FAMILY ($150) $1 - $99 Doug St. Clair Edna Fairbanks-Smith Elester Wright Gary & Barbra Hall Harry & Mary Deffebach Herndon’s Classic Wood Flooring Kathleen & John Arcarola Kendall Automotive Center Laurel Crowe (2) Melissa’s Palm By Motors Patricia Savage Patsy Cole Patti & Anthony from Connecticut Paylor Family T.C. Dance Club Theofiledes Family Warren J. Meyer & Marie J. Meyer Don & Jan Whitney Lucille Scabarozi Margie Fishcher Patty Fairbanks Rick Martis 1 CHILD ($30) Don & Jan Whitney Mary Anne Smith Miriam Doyle (2) Steve & Colleen Tobia IN-KIND Cheri Malis Fraternal Order of Police- J.W. Dunn Lodge #37 IHB Fire Department Jersey Mike’s Sub- Indialantic JiggleMan Comedian Larissa Sanders Melbourne Center Catholic High School NHS Students Mike Slaughter- AKA-Santa Papa John’s Pizza- Indialantic Pepsi Timmy Vee CHRISTMAS PARTY ELVES PARTY DONATIONS $1000 + Rua Lee king $100+ Construction Engineering Group Eleanor Culliton Joanne Price Kerry & Karen Speed Laurel Crowe 6 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org Alex & Pete Garcia Bangos Family Bill & Debbie Kline Cherry Diprima Craig Hoffarth Dayle Gaffney Kay & Andrew Shaw O’Neal Family Roseann DiPrima Sun Nuclear Corporation Employees June 2016 Adopt-a-Family Holiday Program 2015 Our holiday program provides joy to families who find the season especially difficult while coping with a child diagnosed with cancer. We acknowledge the wonderful, generous sponsors that adopted our families for the holidays. CrossFit-Palm Bay Double Tree Suites & Hilton Melbourne Beach- Employees Emanuel & Angela Canjar Florida Space Coast Chapter of Oncology Nurses Harbor City Gymnastics Hope Chanda Jo Lynn Deal John Genoni Karen Richardson Kelly Vella Laurel Crowe Leslie Hobbs Lucy Boyd Road Runner Shop Supplies Tim & Amy Ritchey June 2016 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org7 Family Outing to ANDRETTI THRILL PARK We had an amazing time with Candlelighters of Brevard at Andretti Thrill Park. I have an amazing support system but there really is something comforting being around other families that are on the same kind of journey. Thank you God for the wonderful people you have brought into our lives. I am so incredibly thankful. Laurie Candlelighter mom Handlebars for the Holidays Thank you Brevard County Sheriff’s Office and Associated Builders & Contractors for providing new bikes & helmets for our kids through your Handlebars for the Holiday Program! Over 14 brand new bikes and helmets were generously donated to our COB families. 8 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org June 2016 P R E S E N T S Candlelighters would like to thank Ocean View Fitness for serving as the Presenting Sponsor of the first ever Light the Night 5K benefiting our organization. Through the leadership of Race Director and OVF owner, Joel Danford, over $6300 was raised to help the children of Candlelighters of Brevard. A huge salute to all of the sponsors, volunteers, race participants and vendors who helped make this happen. It was the most exciting party / 5K on the Space Coast and will be even better next year. Where else can you find a 5k with a big party on the beach, dancing, bonfires, Hawaiian dancers and so much more? Through partnership with OVF and Up & Running Race Management over 155 race participants registered for this first time 5K event. Thank you Ocean View Fitness for your generous support of our children battling cancer. This event truly provided hope and was able to “Light the Night” for all. 2015 SPONSORSHIPS SIGNATURE SPONSOR - $2,000 • Syncron EMS • Robert Sjolander BUTTERFLY SPONSOR - $1,000 • Frog Bones Family Shooting Center - Jeanne Andre BEACH SPONSOR - $500 • South Island Real Estate GLOW SPONSOR - $250 • CK Development • Diaz Plastic Surgery • Grills Seafood Restaurants & Tiki Bars • Gator Chrysler Dodge Jeep • Ocean View Fitness • Patricia Boyer • Pierce Family • Surfside Pavers, Inc. • Sunshine Smiles Pediatric Dentistry • The Joint … A Chiropractic Place • William Orndorf - Merrill Lynch June 2016 IN KIND SPONSOR - $1,000+ Value • Brevard Hawaiian Dancers • Dale Sorensen Real Estate Brevard • Chart House • DJ Frank Moda • iHeartMedia - Brevard County Hyundai Dealers • Muddy Waters Photography IN KIND DONORS Melos Restaurant; Kiwi Tennis Club; Chipotle; The Produce Place; Sue Ann’s Bakery; Starbucks; Port d’Hiver Bed & Breakfast; StandOut Printing Special thanks to Up & Running Race Management CandlelightersOfBrevard.org9 Crystal’s Day On behalf of the Kabboord’s Martial Arts School and Candlelighters of Brevard, please accept our sincere appreciation for your generous support of the 2015 Crystal’s Day event. We are humbled by the continued support and ongoing commitment our community has shown to our organization – and this event over the years. As a result of the generosity of our donors & sponsors, nearly $20,000 was raised through this year’s event. These funds will help provide financial support to our local families whose children have been diagnosed with cancer. We could not provide the multitude of programs and services if it were not for the financial support of you – our event sponsors, donors, volunteers and stakeholders. SAVE THE DATE: 2016 Crystal’s Day – October 22, 2016 10 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org June 2016 THANK YOU 2015 Crystal’s Day Sponsors BUTTERFLY SPONSOR – $1,000 Brevard County Hyundai Dealers Da Kine Diego’s Evans Family KCMI and Archangel Engineering & Construction Laurel Crowe DRAGONFLY SPONSOR – $500 Andrew Kirschner Properties Ben & Annelise Buchanan Greg Kirschner Kendall Automotive Center Rocketman Pools – Kerry Thornton VITAS Healthcare LADYBUG SPONSOR – $250 Anonymous donor Atlantic Environmental Solutions Inc. Brevard Insurance & Marketing Group Daytona Hyundai Dealers Donnie & Karrie Torok Florida Eye Associates Indian Harbour Montessori In Loving Memory of Crystal & Billy Kim and Bud Deffebach Wuesthoff Medical Center Melbourne Ryu Kyu Kobudo - U.S. Headquarters Saatiah Jaffry, MD Coastal Kidney Care and Hypertension Suntree Grace Brethren Church Kraver Family Malek Family SIGNATURE IN-KIND SPONSORS In-kind donations valued at over $1000+ Cabana Shores Tiki Bar & Grill Cox Farms Doubles Beachside The Produce Place IN-KIND DONORS Andretti Thrill Park; Beef O Brady’s Viera; Beef O Brady’s Satellite Beach; Brevard County Sheriff Department; Chick-Fil-A Viera; Candlelighters Volunteer Guild Events Committee; Double Tree Suites by Hilton – Melbourne Beach; Galaxy Skateway; Kabboord Volunteers of family & friends; Mark Baker and fellow musicians; Pink Apron; ME Sweet Inspirations; Meg O’Malley’s; Muddy Waters Photography; Nanette Ragusin; Nanette Sanger; Redberry; Carmike - Viera; Pappagallos; Standout Printing; The Escape Zone June 2016 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org11 hters Resale Shop & Offi g i l e l d ce Can Ribbon Cutting Community, donors and friends gathered January 27th for our ribbon cutting ceremony at the new home of the Candlelighters of Brevard. The ceremony was hosted at our new Indialantic location and was part of the Melbourne and Cocoa Chamber of Commerces dedication process. More than 125 attendees took part in the heartwarming ceremony and tour of our new facility & resale shop. “The move was made possible by the numerous community partners led by Steven W. Price Construction & Dale Sorensen Real Estate”, said Board President Brendan McCarthy. The staff and board were overwhelmed by the amount of support for the Candlelighters, the only Brevard Charity that supports children with cancer. “There are just too many people to thank but we all are so appreciative to sponsors and volunteers that laid hands on making this community project possible. It has been a labor of love by so many across Brevard County. “This space is dedicated to our Candlelighter families; a place for them to call home.” The ribbon cutting was ceremonial being highlighted by a Candlelighter family sharing their story of what the organization has meant to them. Many other families, shop volunteers and friends were in attendance at the new location which is not only the office but offers a beautiful resale shop. All donation dollars raised at the shop goes back into the organization’s family services offered to local families facing childhood cancer. 12 Thank You to Our Generous Build-Out Partners! Dedication of Our New Home Made Possible by the Generous Support of: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Steven W. Price Construction, Inc. Alarm Specialists Brevard Framing and Drywall, LLC Candlelighters Board, Staff & Volunteers Champion Electrical Services, Inc. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving Collins Custom Painting, Inc. Craig Technologies Dale Sorensen Real Estate Dave Mastro Air & Heat, Inc. Dependable Deliveries, Inc. Extermination Station Great Southeast Flooring America High Tech Cabinets & Countertops Holeman Group, Inc. Home Depot Employee Volunteers Jason’s Concrete Jr’s Bobcat Service, Inc. MK Structural Engineering Signs of Sunshine Southeast Door and Trim Sorensen Moving and Storage Sun Plumbing CandlelightersOfBrevard.org June 2016 NEW Candlelighters Resale Shop Every dollar raised at the Resale Shop goes back to assisting Brevard County families battling childhood cancer. Candlelighters of Brevard is a non-profit organization dedicated to offering emotional support and financial assistance to families in Brevard who have children diagnosed with cancer - “Because kids can’t fight cancer alone.” SHOP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Email us at [email protected] for information. 436 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1 Indialantic, FL 32903 Hours of Operation: Mon. – Thurs. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Donations of furniture, designer bags, jewelry & gowns, and home décor are appreciated (unfortunately, we are not able to accept clothing, personal items, or electronics.) Phone: 321.728.5600 Resale Shop Facebook: Facebook.com/COBresaleshop Website: www.candlelightersofbrevard.org/resale-shoppe Thank You Resale Shop Volunteers! Your time, talent and passion is appreciated by the entire COB family! June 2016 • Denise Rowell, • • • • • • • • • • • • Alex Garcia Andrea Pelecki Allison Spaccio Charlotte Bauer Dawn Spaccio Elaine Lewis Ellie Culliton Fran Mannion Gail Strebendt Janey Goodrich Kay Shaw Linda Gash Guild Resale Shop Chair • • • • • • • • • • • • • Lynn Burnette Margie Fischer Mark Edwards Martha Fish Mikayla Calabrese Nancy Armes Nanette Ragusin Rowell Family Ruth Wilder Sheila Roseman Sue Perino Sue Rivenbark Vicky Yates CandlelightersOfBrevard.org13 Have a Heart 14TH ANNUAL VALENTINE’S EXTRAVAGANZA Candlelighters of Brevard is deeply grateful for the overwhelming support shown for our 14th Anniversary Have a Heart Valentine’s Extravaganza. We are humbled by the continued support and ongoing commitment from you – our event sponsors, donors, attendees, volunteers and friends. As a result of the generosity from our community, over $200,000 was raised through this event. Special thanks to Brevard County Hyundai Dealers for generously donating a beautiful 2016 Hyundai Tucson as part of our car give-away incentive and for all the Nelson family does for Candlelighters. A special note of thanks goes to Gary Stein & Kelly Palmer for hosting a fabulous Sponsorship Reception at their beautiful home in Lansing Island. A sincere thank you to our committee members for their tireless efforts in making the event a huge success! Thank you all for the love and support shown for our children in their fight against cancer. BIG congratulations goes to Stacy Hewatt for winning the 2016 Have a Heart Car Give-Away! She is the proud winner of a stunning 2016 Hyundai Tucson – courtesy of Brevard County Hyundai Dealers! Huge appreciation is given to the Nelson family for their generous support of the car give-away initiative for the past 14 years! Thanks to all that supported the initiative through purchasing tickets and/or attending our 2016 Have a Heart Extravaganza. Hosts of the 14th Annual Have a Heart Sponsor Reception: Gary Stein & Kelly Palmer 14 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org June 2016 June 2016 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org15 2016 Have a Heart SPONSORS EVENT CHAIRPERSONS Natasha Duran Tracey Latshaw Adis Perez Karrie Torok COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Baskets, Live & Silent Auctions Nancy Graham Heather Charron Christina Murtha Gift Gathering Charlotte Wienckoski Program Marta Reidel Jason Fazio Technology Missy DiBella Guild Events & Decorations Nanette Ragusin Nanette Sanger Car Giveaway Vanessa Steele COMMITTEE MEMBERS Kim Downs, Nancy Dyer, Lisa Noble, Michelle Russell, Barb Stukey, Diane Gray, Therese’ Nelson, Tommie Edwards, Kitty Barker, Danielle Myers, Susie Parente, Iris Graham, Lucy Williams, Vanna Rickard, Linda Parker, Stephanie Brown, Marelyn Elwood, Timmy Vee, Robin Steiner, Laurie Onza RED ROSE BOUQUET / $25,000+ *Brevard County Hyundai Dealers *iHeartMedia WHITE ROSE / $10,000+ *Maverick Multimedia *Clevens Face & Body Specialists PINK ROSE / $5,000+ *Brevard Business News *Brevard Executive Limousine Christine Lance *Cumulus Media 16 *Essentials Medispa & Salon *Gary Stein & Kelly Palmer Global Marketing Research Services Harris Corporation Kris & Tracey Latshaw *Ocean View Fitness *SCB Marketing *The Ultimate Rose YELLOW ROSE / $2,500+ Alpizar Law *Artful Awakenings Cosmetic Surgery Center *Baldino Studios Brevard Framing & Drywall *Classic Wood Flooring *Consolidated Environmental Engineering Color Concepts *Executive Cigar Shop & Lounge *Great Southeast Flooring America *Henderson & Futchko, P.A *Highland Mint *Hot Rayz Limousines *J Grace & Co. *Kattyshack *Millefiori Medical Skin and Rejuvenation *Mr. Fireplace Patio & Spa CandlelightersOfBrevard.org *Muddy Waters Photography *Patrick and Christina Murtha Private Donation In The Name of Cancer Care Foundation Quaker State Steve & Michelle Russell *Sorelli Hair Studio & Spa *Springwater Homes Your Backyard Superstore *Sweet Inspiration by M.E. Therese’ Nelson *Timmy Vee Wells Fargo Advisory, LLC * Denotes In-Kind Sponsorship June 2016 PEACH ROSE / $1,000+ Alan H. Landman, P.A. Berman Hopkins Wright & LaHam CPAs And Associates, LLP Bill & Debbie Klein Bosha & Peter Nash Cloud 9 Sleep Shop Craig Technologies Dale Sorensen Real Estate David and Linda Parker Diaz Plastic Surgery & Vitality Med Spa Fanto Group, LLC Fifth Avenue Jewelers Greg and Susan Girard Jeff & Susie Riggins Kendall Automotive Center Ken Smith & Edna Fairbanks-Smith Laughlin McCarthy Group - UBS Laurel Crowe Flammio Wealth Management Leasha Flammio-Watson Lifestyle Homes Junebeck Animal Hospital Mike & Janice Spragins Mike & Nancy Moss MK Structural Engineering Myers Lawns NuVantage Insurance Off the Traxx Penisula Property Management In Memory of Bryton Saxon by Margo Lozito & Family OB/GYN Specialist of Brevard - Dr. Edwin Hayes Platt Hopwood Attorneys at Law PLLC Road Runner Shop Supplies Shannon Goff Space Coast Auto Auction Steven W. Price Construction T. Edwards Whittaker Cooper Financial Group IN-KIND PEACH ROSE – VALUED AT $1,500+ Cason Photography CFL Ad Group Family Rock, LLC. Genna Jewelers Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place Jessup’s of Melbourne Mon Cheri Med Spa PIP Printing & Marketing Services Phoenician Scottsdale Uno Pizzeria & Grill June 2016 *IN-KIND DONATIONS: Ace Hardware – Satellite Beach Adis Perez Andretti Park Barb Stukey Ben and Jerry’s Bluewaters Spa Bravado - The Salon Brevard Manatees Candlewood Suites- Melbourne Carol Distributing Charlotte Wienckoski Checkmark Chic-Fil-A Christina Murtha Cinema World Club Performax Cocoa Village Playhouse Costa d’Esta Beach Resort & Spa Cottage Rose Courtyard Marriott - Cocoa Beach Crowne Plaza - Indialantic Danielle Myers Diane Gray Disney World Domino’s Pizza Double Tree Melbourne Beach Dr. Kim Dr. Saluja Elaine Rowgo Elda’s Florida Adventures in Paradise Hampton Inn - Cocoa Beach Harveys Groves Hayes Meats & Gourmet Foods Heather Charron Henegar Center Iris Kelley Jason Fazio Jet Blue Airlines Jewelry from Parklane Jiffy Lube Karrie Torok Kathleen Windt Kennedy Space Center Kim Downs King Center Kinna Blow Dry Bar Kitty Barker Kiwi Club Kiwi Tennis Club La Modas La Piazza Linda Parker Lion Country Safari Lisa Noble Little Philly Live Nation Lucy Williams M&M Jewelry Mainstreet Pub Mango Tree Restaurant Marci Young Touchstone Crystal Marelyn Elwood Marta Reidel Matt’s Casbah Maxine’s Salon & Spa Melanies Spa & Salon Michelle Russell Mint Mermaid Missy DiBella Nancy Dyer Nancy Graham Nanette Ragusin Nannette Sanger Natasha Duran Orlando Ballet Osceola Arts (Kissimmee) Outerwall Papa Johns Patty Toppa Premiere Medical Aesthetics Rachel Ragan Renata’s Salon Resort on Cocoa Beach Rib City Ripleys Believe It or Not Sandy Shaffer Sea World /Aquatica Sleuth Mystery Dinner Show Space Coast Massage Squishy Bath Stephanie Brown Susan McKeown Susie Parente Tampa Bay Bucs Tampa Bay Rays The Beach House The Jungle The Lazy Pirate The Salon Therese’ Nelson Tommie Edwards Total Wine & More Tracey Latshaw Tuckaway Shores Tuffy Associates Universal Studios Vanessa Steele Vanna Rickard Vero Beach Village Hair and Nails Wagon Wheel Water House World Winter Park Playhouse CandlelightersOfBrevard.org17 Thank You’s! Sincere appreciation goes out to the Nelson family and employees of Brevard County Hyundai Dealers. Each month their employees make generous donations to underwrite the cost of this newsletter. In addition, the owners of BCHD serve as major cash and in-kind sponsors of ALL signature events of Candlelighters of Brevard. From their annual donation of a new Hyundai vehicle for Have a Heart - to serving on our board & committees - to giving of their personal and professional time, resources, funding and talents - the entire BCHD are true stakeholders of COB providing us with every resource needed to grow and flourish as an organization dedicated to children in their fight against childhood cancer. Thank you Christy Busbey! This Thirty One Senior Director donated travel chemo comfort bags for our COB children during treatment. Thank you Jon Reyerson & CureSearch for donating Ella Dolls! These dolls are designed to empower girls that have lost their hair to still feel beautiful and strong. Yearly Indian River Furniture pairs with Ekornes for a charity event. All Proceeds from the event benefits Candlelighters of Brevard and The American Cancer Society. Thank You IRF for the $1750 donation and for always caring about our kids and their families. Gracious thank you to the FeedA-Family Foundation and their donors for sponsoring COB families for Thanksgiving. Full Thanksgiving meals are provided for the entire family unit to lessen the stress of the holiday preparations and expenses. Thank you Feed-A-Family! 18 Employees of Embraer Aircraft Holding are asked to nominate a charity of choice each year to receive a corporate donation. This year, Candlelighters of Brevard is honored to have been selected as one of the non-profits as part of Embraer’s Charity Partnership Program. Christopher Curtis presented the check to Candlelighters’ Executive Director, Natasha Duran. The generous donation in the amount of $1,250 will provide financial assistance to over 65 COB active families battling childhood cancer in Brevard County. Embraer is committed to continuously improving the quality of life in the communities in which it operates by focusing on community outreach. Serve for A Cure 2016 – Tennis Event Special thanks to Ionie Murillo-Lane, Lito Guerrero and Karen Duguay for organizing and sponsoring a tennis event to benefit COB. Through their efforts and the support of all players/event participants and sponsors – a total donation of $812 was raised. COB Guild Ambassadors, Kyle Graham and Donna Ramirez, proudly represented Candlelighters at this great event. This was Ionie’s 10th year survival from breast cancer and it was an honor for her to dedicate the funds raised in this event to Candlelighters of Brevard. Our congrats to Ionie and thanks to all involved with this great event! CandlelightersOfBrevard.org June 2016 Candlelighters of Brevard is honored to be a finalist in FLORIDA TODAY’s 2015 Volunteer Recognition Awards under the category of “Organization of the Year”. Our sincere appreciation goes out to the community for the support received during this past year of continued growth and development as we celebrated our 25th year of service. Our work is simply a reflection of the love, compassion and respect that we hold for our children bravely battling cancer. SpaceCoast Living magazine made a big impact for COB when hosting their annual “Season of Giving” Shop for a Cause campaign during the holiday season. Candlelighters of Brevard was selected as a recipient for SpaceCoast Living magazine’s “Season of Giving” Shop for a Cause. During the month of November, local retailers donated a portion of their sales back to the 5 non-profit organizations selected. Participating retailers included: Mercedes Benz, Porsche, Audi of Melbourne; Gregory Daniel Portrait Artist; Genna Jewelers; Mica & Molly’s; and Michael’s Men Store. Over $2123 was raised for Candlelighters through this campaign. Special thanks to Brandi Beckstein for her leadership and support. Candlelighters of Brevard was humbled to be selected and appreciates SpaceCoast Living magazine and all that donated during the “Season of Giving”. Candlelighters of Brevard was moved to tears at the check presentation / guild meeting of The Seaside Piecemakers. A generous check in the amount of $5,760 was gifted to Candlelighters of Brevard as a result of donations raised at their 2016 Quilt Show. A beautiful, king-size quilt named “American Beauty Rose” was raffled in March - with all proceeds donated to Candlelighters of Brevard. Special thanks to all guild members, Quilt Show Co-Chairs, event coordinators and attendees that made the event a huge success. The art of quilting is a magnificent gift and COB is honored to have been a recipient of The Seaside Piecemakers’ time, talent and treasures! Thank you Hannah Jefferson of West Shore High School for choosing Candlelighters as your charity organization to become the recipients of your Senior Project soccer tournament. Also, thank you to Indialantic Youth Soccer Association for hosting and supporting Hannah’s tournament and to all the players who participated. All of your efforts raised $1,000 for our families battling childhood cancer. The employees of PIRTEK – Rockledge location – are proud to support the Candlelighters’ mission. They generously donated $1,100 after personally seeing the benefits our organization offers the community. Thank you, PIRTEK. Thank you TC Dance Club members, Robin & Barry Sandland, and friends. Their Spring Showcase was held at the Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront and proceeds from their ticket sales were donated to Candlelighters. Amazingly a total of $791.50 was raised! We are humbled by the many years of support from their showcases and their love for our kids and their families. June 2016 The members of the Merritt Island Rotary were a tremendous asset to our organization in 2015. In November, they hosted a charity event titled “Putting On the Pink” to raise funds and awareness for Candlelighters of Brevard. Under the leadership of Patricia Tash and the members of this rotary, over $4,700 was donated to Candlelighters. The Rotary of Merritt Island holds civic engagement and community giving to the highest standard. COB salutes and thanks all members of the Merritt Island Rotary for being exceptional servant leaders, civil servants and generous rotarians. CandlelightersOfBrevard.org19 20 Winter/Spring 2016 Donors... Thanks for ARCH ANGEL PATRON $1,000+ Anonymous - In Honor of Kayla Rowell Amy White Bizzarro Pasta & Pizza Satellite Beach Cabana Shores (proceeds from Crystals Day) Christine Lance Employees of Coastal Mitsubishi/ Hyundai Employees of Cocoa Hyundai Employees of Embraer Aircraft Holding Enterprise Holdings Foundation H.H. Peterson & H.G. “Crockey” Peterson Foundation Indian River Furniture Indialantic Boardwalk Triathlon Knights of Columbus Council #4826 Margaret R. Binz Foundation Mercedes-Benz of Melbourne Platinum Coast Orchid Society Pirtek USA Rua Lee King Seaside Piecemakers Spade & Trowel Club Virginia Irwin Wassi’s Meat Market CUPID PATRON $100+ Classic Reflections Car Club Closing Bell Investment Club Community Foundation of the Ozarks’ Dino & Robin Martin Donald & Denise Kremer Dorothy Masucci Edwin Rivera Employees of Bayside Discovery Center Employees through Suntrust United Way Campaign Eric & Drew Cooper Evelyn Matola Gail Smith The Hynes Family Fund James & Patsy Cole Joanne Price Leslie Carlson – FirstWave Financial Lisa Wisniewski Michael Men’s Store Myers Lawns Inc. Robert Leonard S. Alise Edison Salon D’Elegance Troy Lerche – FirstWave Financial Waterstone Development Company GUARDIAN ANGEL PATRON $500+ Don & Madeline Meyer John Kovary Michael & Carol Dana Paul & Maureen Stewart Space Coast Freewheelers TC Dance Club Wickham Park Senior Center CHERUB PATRON $1+ Ann Keily Cathryn McCarthy’s Lemonade Stand Charles & Carol Carillo Christie Espiritu Donna Slomins Dorothy Anderson Gwen Hufford CandlelightersOfBrevard.org Jack & Mary Thrall Jill Ludwig Jonelle and Mike Pope Joseph & Linda Murphy Karen Kieri Laurie Chalko Lori Gibson Mica & Molly’s Ruth Ganter Stephen Peters Steve Uzelac Taylor Rowell’s Lemonade Stand Theresa Bourget IN-KIND Berman, Hopkins, Laham & Wright Ross Whitley and Susan Macpherson Extermination Station Gator Automotive Indian River Press Joel Danford Kathy Thompson Muddy Waters Photography Kristy Wright Kiki De La Cruz Modern Mint Studios Mark Edwards M.E. Sweet Inspirations Nanette Ragusin Noble Awards - David & Lisa Sue’s Hallmark Timmy Vee June 2016 making a difference in our children’s lives!!! IN MEMORY OF: ARCH ANGEL PATRON $1,000+ BRYTON SAXON Lorraine Totty MATTHEW LOY Spade & Trowel Club Ann Hartnett GUARDIAN ANGEL PATRON $500+ BRYTON SAXON Bruce and Tracy Jacobus MATTHEW LOY Jim Gibson CRYSTAL KABBOORD The Hynes Family Fund CUPID PATRON $100+ PAUL PHELPS Fride Phelps PAIGE HOBBS Todd & Jessica Crouse Robert Leonard MATTHEW LOY Ruth Ganter ROBERT C. HENRY Steve Schachner ROBERT E. POULIN Gaby Kendall Roaslind Sarkees June 2016 CHERUB PATRON $1+ DEBBIE LeComte Marilyn and Bill Morrison ROSE MATHERS Renee and Joel Schneider GLADYS LIME Paul and Maureen Stewart FULVIO FELICE Paul and Maureen Stewart GARTH BURGETT Sue Rivenbark ROBERT C. HENRY Sam Perone Steve & Teresa Anstey ROBERT E. POULIN Arbore Architectural Design, PLLC Dave & Lisa Waite Rosalind Sarkees IN HONOR OF: ARCH ANGEL PATRON $1,000+ KAYLA ROWELL Anonymous THE McCARTHY FAMILY Virginia Irwin GUARDIAN ANGEL PATRON $500+ JENNIFER TALBERT Mary and Stephen DeSorbo JIM & ARLENE OSBORNS Steve & Karen Hebert KIARA POSADA Posada Family RICKY MARLER Helen Watkinson - Get well soon, little man! CUPID PATRON $100 + UNITED WAY – Edwin Rivera Natasha Duran CHERUB PATRON $1.00 + TRAVIS MILAM Bonnie M. See CandlelightersOfBrevard.org21 Candlelighters of Brevard VOLUNTEER GUILD Candlelighters of Brevard Volunteer Guild was recently founded in 2015 in celebration of our 25th anniversary of service to our Brevard community. The purpose of the Volunteer Guild is to increase volunteer engagement, fundraising initiatives and community exposure of the Candlelighter brand and mission. The vision for the guild is to provide our community with a professional AND passion-filled volunteer experience. VOLUNTEER GUILD OPPORTUNITIES There are many ways in which volunteers can donate their time, talents and treasures. ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Resale Shop Committee Events Committee Advocacy Committee Fund Research & Grants Committee Membership Committee eCommunications Committee Become a member today! Membership dues are $25 per year. Guild members June volunteer with one or multiple committees or June support the organization financially by simply paying annual dues. The annual dues and funds raised by the guild go back to support Candlelighters of Brevard. For more information and/or to become a volunteer guild member please email [email protected] MEET THE VOLUNTEER GUILD CHAIRS • Guild Chair – Karrie Torok [email protected] • Guild Chair Elect – Missy Dibella [email protected] • Guild Operations Chair – Susan McKeown [email protected] • Guild Membership Chair – Danielle Myers • Retail Shop Chairs – Alex Garcia & Denise Rowell [email protected] [email protected] • Guild Signature Events Chair – Nanette Sanger [email protected] • Guild Community Events Chair – Nanette Ragusin [email protected] • Guild Funds & Research Chair – Nancy Graham [email protected] • Guild eCommunications Chair – Iris Graham [email protected] • Guild Ambassador Chair – Donna Ramirez [email protected] 22 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org June 2016 80 June 2016 CandlelightersOfBrevard.org23 NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Because kids can’t fight cancer alone. MELBOURNE, FL PERMIT NO. 601 436 Fifth Ave., Suite 1 Indialantic, FL 32903 (321) 728-5600 www.candlelightersofbrevard.org Address Service Requested OUR Angels… Abraham Candlelighters of Brevard, Inc. 436 Fifth Ave., Suite 1 Indialantic, FL 32903 Tina Alicia Taylor Allison Stephanie 1989-2015 Crystal Jeffery Allison Dawn Abraham Tina Alicia Taylor Allison Stephanie Crystal Jeffery Allison Dawn Abraham Tina Alicia Taylor Allison Stephanie Crystal Jeffery Allison Dawn Abraham Tina Alicia Taylor Allison Stephanie Crystal Jeffery Allison Dawn Abraham Tina Alicia Taylor Allison Stephanie Crystal Jeffery Allison Dawn Abraham Tina Alicia Taylor Allison Stephanie Crystal Jeffery Allison Dawn April Sean Ben Sean Ricky Meghan Ben Matthew Bob Tyler April Sean Ben Sean Ricky Meghan Ben Matthew Bob Tyler April Sean Ben Sean Ricky Meghan Ben Matthew Bob Tyler April Sean Ben Sean Ricky Meghan Ben Matthew Bob Tyler April Sean Ben Sean Ricky Meghan Ben Matthew Bob Tyler April Sean Ben Sean Ricky Meghan Ben Matthew Bob Tyler Craig Danielle Nicholas Rebecca Crystal Brandon Robert Courtney Dixon Dreau Craig Danielle Nicholas Rebecca Crystal Brandon Robert Courtney Dixon Dreau Craig Danielle Nicholas Rebecca Crystal Brandon Robert Courtney Dixon Dreau Craig Danielle Nicholas Rebecca Crystal Brandon Robert Courtney Dixon Dreau Craig Danielle Nicholas Rebecca Crystal Brandon Robert Courtney Dixon Dreau Craig Christopher Danielle Rob Nicholas Sammy Rebecca Michael Crystal Jess ica Brandon Bobby Robert Monica Courtney Joshua Dixon Vincent Dreau Cierra Christopher Rob Sammy Michael Jess ica Bobby Monica Joshua Vincent Cierra Christopher Rob Sammy Michael Jess ica Bobby Monica Joshua Vincent Cierra Christopher Rob Sammy Michael Jess ica Bobby Monica Joshua Vincent Cierra Christopher Rob Sammy Michael Jess ica Bobby Monica Joshua Vincent Cierra Christopher Rob Sammy Michael Jess ica Bobby Monica Joshua Vincent Cierra Karma Luke Haley Kamron Matthew Gabrielle Brittany Jai Christopher Malik Karma Luke Haley Brittany Jai Christopher Malik Kamron Matthew Gabrielle Karma Luke Haley Brittany Jai Christopher Malik Kamron Matthew Gabrielle Karma Luke Haley Brittany Jai Christopher Malik Kamron Matthew Gabrielle Karma Luke Haley Brittany Jai Christopher Malik Kamron Matthew Gabrielle Luke Haley Brittany Jai Christopher Malik Kamron Quinton Josiah Ian Callie Nick Paige Sidney Karma Emma Emma Quinton Emma Quinton Emma Quinton Emma Quinton Emma Quinton Matthew Gabrielle Kristina Josiah Ian Callie Nick Paige Sidney Kristina Josiah Ian Callie Nick Paige Sidney Kristina 1989 – 2015 Their legacy of 1989 courage &–love will live on forever. 2015 – love 2015 Their legacy of1989 courage & will live on forever. – love 2015 Their legacy of1989 courage & will live on forever. – love 2015 Their legacy of1989 courage & will live on forever. –love 2015 Their legacy of1989 courage & will live on forever. Josiah Ian Callie Nick Paige Sidney Kristina Josiah Ian Callie Nick Paige Sidney Kristina Josiah Ian Callie Nick Paige Sidney Kristina Always in our hearts. “Because can’t&fight cancer Their legacykids of courage love will live onalone.” forever. “Because kids can’t fight cancer alone.” Their legacy of courage & love will live on forever. “Because kids can’t fight cancer alone.” “Because kids can’t fight cancer alone.” “Because kids can’t fight cancer alone.” “Because kids can’t fight cancer alone.”
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