Largest Dash Yet - Gift of Life Donor Program

Largest Dash Yet
Makes 2011 a Success
The 16th Annual Dash for Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness
was held this past April 17th, and welcomed more than 7,000
participants! The Dash offered a 3K walk, and both a 5K and 10K
run, to help raise awareness for organ and tissue donation. Thanks
to the support of participants like you, Gift of Life Donor Program
and Transplant Foundation raised more than $500,000 for
educational initiatives!
Each April, Gift of Life celebrates National Donate Life Month
by offering a variety of events—including the Dash—to let the
community know about the importance of organ and tissue
donation, and the urgent need for donor designation in our region.
Individuals and teams gather to participate in the Dash each year,
and more than 300 teams were formed to commemorate a loved
one who gave or received the gift of life.
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ABOVE: Runners stretch at the
starting line of the 5K race during
April’s Dash for Organ and Tissue
Donor Awareness.
ABOVE right: Gift of Life asked
participants to share some great
reasons for supporting organ and
tissue donation at the 2011 Dash.
right: Members of the
Fighting Irish participated in
memory of their loved one and
donor, Mikey Cunningham.
Gift of Life Donor Program Gift of Life Institute
Gift of Life Family House Living Donor Ceremony
Dash for Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness
National Donor Sabbath It’s About Life Grants
Team Philadelphia at the U.S. Transplant Games
Donor Recognition Ceremony Student
Summit
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Donors Are Heroes THE Party Camp
Jeremy
Jessie’s Day Phillies Donor Awareness Game
Gift of Life Donor Program Gift of Life Institute
Gift of Life Family House Living Donor Ceremony
Dash for Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness
National Donor Sabbath It’s About Life Grants
Team Philadelphia at the U.S. Transplant Games
Donor Recognition Ceremony Student Summit
Donors Are Heroes THE Party Camp Jeremy
Jessie’s Day Phillies Donor Awareness Game
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7,000+Attendees
326
Teams
1,04810K Runners
1,6655K Runners
Top 3 Fundraisers:
1. Kevin Raymond
2. Bob Taylor
3. Denise Fahr
Top 3 Fundraising Teams:
1. Warriors for Tim
2. Team Viropharma
3. Team Steve and Debbie
DASH
T-shirt Contest Winners:
Team Kenny Kline
2011
DASH, continued from page 1
Winners of the 2011 10K run were Adam Coile of Washington,
DC and Caitlin O’Malley of Marlton, NJ. Winners of the 5K were
Tim Marcoe of Lansdale, PA and Jill Lampe of Downingtown, PA.
For a complete list of 2011 winners, please visit: http://2011dash.
kintera.org.
The Dash for Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness has become
Gift of Life’s signature event to celebrate National Donate Life
Month, and our biggest-ever turnout let us know that we’re
succeeding. But with more than 6,400 men, women and children
on the waiting list for life-saving organ transplants in our region,
the need for registered donors is more critical than ever.
If you missed this year’s Dash, there are plenty of ways you
can help us get the word out about donation all year long.
To volunteer with Gift of Life Donor Program, or learn more about
donation, please visit us at www.donors1.org or 800-DONORS-1.
TOP LEFT, CLOCKWISE Gift of Life volunteers take a break to show support for a Dash
team member with Heartman.
Our “Threads of Love” quilts help Gift of Life memorialize donors by including works
of art from donor families and loved ones.
A few “Warriors for Tim” team members share some smiles in memory of their
classmate and friend, Tim Raymond.
Team Kenny Kline, winners of this year’s Dash t-shirt contest, pose for a picture to
remember their loved one, who lost his life earlier this year.
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RIGHT: Donors Are Heroes’ Don and Renee Freeman, and and THE Party co-Chair
Eric Allen helped organize the successful affair at the Four Seasons Philadelphia.
FAR RIGHT: Heroes of the Year award winners Nicole Cashman and Brian Kappra
demonstrated excellence in helping to organize and promote 2011’s THE Party
at the Four Seasons Philadelphia.
Partying for a Purpose:
THE Party Takes Over Four Seasons
Rarely does one have an opportunity to attend a fabulous party
while still supporting an important cause and helping to save lives.
Those attending “THE Party,” however, were able to do just that.
Donors Are Heroes is a group of dedicated friends and volunteers,
led by Don and Renee Freeman, that came together after Don
received a heart transplant. Every spring, the group hosts
“THE Party,” which took place this year at the Four Seasons Hotel
in Philadelphia. For the past nine years, THE Party has taken place
during National Donate Life Month in April to help raise money
for creating public awareness and education and the importance of
registering to be an organ and tissue donor.
THE Party was an exciting extravaganza with food, drinks, dancing,
and more. The Four Seasons Philadelphia was perfectly decorated
for the event, and seven well-known restaurants in the region
donated the delicious food served throughout the evening, helping to
make THE Party a smashing success. Those in attendance were also
treated to taking red carpet style photos, a guest appearance from
Miss Philadelphia, and music from DJ Eddie Tully. Additionally,
stations were set up where those in attendances could register to
become organ and tissue donors during the event.
This year’s party had record-breaking attendance with over 475
guests, and raised more than $100,000 to support important
public education campaigns such as High School Student Summits,
the Family House, and the “It’s About Life” Grants to houses of
worship and faith-based organizations.
Donors Are Heroes wishes to thank the following restaurants and
businesses for participating in this year’s hit party: Cabot Cheese,
Table 31, Village Belle, Zahav, Sampan, Water Works Restaurant and
Lounge, Bistrot La Minette, Four Seasons Hotel, Philadelphia
Catering, Fountain Restaurant Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia,
Night Kitchen Bakery, Naked Chocolate, Famous 4th Street
Cookies, the Painted Truffle, Bredenbeck’s, Ciao Bella, Capital
Wine and Spirits, Karamoor Estate, Pravda Vodka, Cashman &
Associates, Evantine Design and WT Graphics.
Gift of Life and Donors Are Heroes would also like to congratulate
THE Party’s 2011 Heroes of the Year, Nicole Cashman and
Brian Kappra. This award is given to individuals in recognition of
their commitment to promoting organ and tissue donation both
with Donors Are Heroes and in the community.
We would also like to thank THE Party Co-Chairpersons Eric Allen
and Lauren Huezo for their hard work and dedication to Donors
Are Heroes continued efforts to raise awareness for donation.
TOP: Partygoers enjoy music by DJ Tully.
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Volunteer Recognition Ceremony Honors
Gift of Life’s VIPs!
Every year, Gift of Life Donor Program and Gift of Life Family House
take time to thank all of its dedicated volunteers for an amazing
year of helping to educate the public, and advocate for the
importance of donation in their communities. This past spring,
Gift of Life honored 2010’s dedicated volunteers Hollywood-style,
with awards and a banquet at the Crowne Plaza Valley Forge.
Gift of Life’s volunteers were greeted on the red carpet, with
paparazzi-style photographers snapping shots of smiling faces.
The award winners for the year were: Dorothy Crane Award for
outstanding commitment from a donor family member, Bill and
Chris Hankee, Paul Penkala and Patricia Nelson; Joseph Colfer
Donor Awareness Award for youth commitment to donor
awareness, Zachary Mandell; Julian V. Hawkins III Award for
increasing awareness to donation, Shaneice Felder; Community
Awareness Award, Philly Roller Girls, Daily News writer Mark
Kram, and Runkle’s Notary and Insurance; Rookie of the Year
Award, Ron Boris; Soapbox Award for community education,
Suzanne Ahmie; Families First Family House Award, Warriors for
Tim; and Family House Ambassador Award to both Joe Richetti
and Ruth Cooper.
Also in attendance, the Jessica Beth Schwartz Memorial Fund
Scholarship recipients—all of whom are transplant recipients—
read the heartfelt essays that won them a chance to pursue college
educations: Jonathan Buchanan, Lauren Kelsey Ford, Kayla Witt,
Brian Matthew Praetzel and Nora Lee were awarded scholarships.
In addition, three winners of the David Nelson Scholarship for
children of organ and tissue donors were also honored: Karyne
Kozar of Lansdale Catholic, John Koehler of Rowan University and
Erin Meagher of Camden County Community College.
TOP: Award-winner Shaneice Felder (left) brought her sister and mother to the Volunteer
Recognition Ceremony.
BOTTOM: GLDP’s Todd Franzen gave Chris and Bill Hankee the Dorothy Crane Award for
outstanding commitment from a donor family.
Lehigh Valley Coalition for Organ and Tissue Donation’s
During National Donate Life Month each April, the Lehigh Valley
Coalition for Organ and Tissue Donation holds a poster and essay
contest to help educate students about organ and tissue donation.
In conjunction with Gift of Life Donor Program, Lehigh Valley
Coalition invites area students to compete for awards and
recognition by submitting original works to raise awareness about
organ and tissue donation.
Middle school students are asked to submit creative posters
focusing on organ and tissue donation, and high school students are
encouraged to write thought-provoking essays on the importance of
donation. Once the contest entries are judged, prizes are presented
during an awards ceremony to the students who had the winning
poster and essay entries.
“Now in its 13th year, the Lehigh Valley Coalition’s poster
contest allows talented middle school artists to use their skills to
encourage people to register as organ and tissue donors,” says Mark
Richardson, member of the Lehigh Valley Coalition and head of
Essay/Poster Contest
the poster contest. “Through their work the students, their parents,
friends, and teachers will realize that thousands of individuals in
the region are waiting for a life-saving organ transplant and that
the act of donation truly means the gift of life.”
The Lehigh Valley Coalition is excited to announce the 2010-2011
contest winners. Middle School Poster Contest: 1st Place,
Mercedes Dayan, 2nd Place, Faith Befano, and 3rd Place, Jennifer
Stank. Honorable Mention: Alison Walck, Abby Pilla, Emily Pilla,
and Max Ebert. High School Essay Contest: 1st Place Reyna Pacis,
a 2nd place tie to Austin Vasko and Caitlin Keim, and 3rd Place
Caroline Heimerl. Honorable Mention: Robin Rowland and
Cristina Carosiello. See Reyna Pacis’ winning essay on page 7, in
“My Thoughts,” and visit www.donors1.org for more information
about the winning essays and posters.
Gift of Life Donor Program works in cooperation with several
regional volunteer groups, such as the Lehigh Valley Coalition
for Organ and Tissue Donation, to increase public awareness
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Boxer’s Legacy Saves Lives, Inspires
Boxer Francisco “Paco” Rodriguez came to Philadelphia in late
November 2009, hoping to secure a superbantam weight title at
the Blue Horizon. But when injuries sustained in the ring brought
him to Hahnemann University Hospital, his family never dreamed
he’d lose his life. As the Rodriguez family rallied around their
fallen husband, brother and father, they immediately considered
donation, and the positive impact that Paco could have on those
needing critical organ transplants.
Because the Rodriguez family said “yes” to life, Paco saved five
individuals and became a hero in the eyes of several awaiting
life-saving transplants: double-lung recipient Ashley Owens, heart
recipient Alexis Sloan, kidney/pancreas recipient Vicky Davis,
liver recipient Megan Kingsley and Paco’s own uncle in Chicago,
Ramon Tejeda.
Rodriguez’ story compelled ESPN’s E:60 news magazine to bring
Paco’s story to life in their April 2011 piece, “Hero.” For the short
documentary film, ESPN flew Paco’s recipients to Chicago, IL,
where his family resides. The donor family—including his wife,
Sonia and baby daughter, Ginette, had the opportunity to meet
his recipients for the first time on-camera­—an event which was
captured in E:60’s piece, “Hero.”
To view the piece, and learn more about Paco’s story, and
current stories about our recipients, donor families and the
Gift of Life community, please visit our “Second Chances” blog at:
www.donors1.org/blog.
LEFT: The Rodriguez family met four of Paco’s recipients for the first time at Chicago-based
OPO, Gift of Hope.
ABOVE: Paco’s recipients pay a visit to his gravesite at a cemetery in Chicago, thanking their
“Hero” in person.
1st place poster by Mercedes Dayan.
about the critical shortage of organ and tissue donors. The Lehigh
Valley Coalition for Organ and Tissue Donation is a dedicated
alliance of donor families, transplant recipients and other interested
volunteers that plan and develop community outreach programs
for the Lehigh Valley community. Lehigh Valley Coalition is one
2nd place poster by Faith Befano.
of more than 15 dedicated volunteer organizations working with
Gift of Life Donor Program.
To learn more about our volunteer groups and coalitions, please
visit http://www.donors1.org/volunteers/groups.
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Wrapped
in hugs
Gift of Life Donor Program’s Wrapped in Hugs initiative has been a great success.
But we still need YOUR help!
We have currently collected 105 wraps for this amazing program,
but we still need nearly 300 more by October 1, 2011. Gift of Life
Donor Program is reaching out to the community, in hopes of
obtaining more than 400 beautiful, hand-crafted afghans. These
wraps are a wonderful opportunity to reach out to donor families
and offer comfort, or say “thank you.” The “Wrapped in Hugs”
program was inspired by the 2010 National Donor Recognition
Ceremony in Madison, Wisconsin, where each donor family present
was given a handmade wrap. Receiving a wrap was very meaningful
for the attendees, and we would like to repeat this heartfelt gesture
at our five local Donor Recognition Ceremonies this fall. Nearly
1/4 of the way to our goal, we need your help to reach 400!
Gift of Life staff members are excited about this “warm” initiative
and are personally getting involved with “Wrapped in Hugs” to
help the organization attain its goal. On Friday, May 13, 2011,
Marie Minarik, wife of a liver recipient, came to Gift of Life and
taught two knitting classes for staff members who were interested
in learning how to knit a wrap for the “Wrapped in Hugs” program.
If you do not knit or crochet, you can still help by donating yarn.
All of the information about the “Wrapped in Hugs” program can
be found on our website at www.donors1.org/donors/wrapped. Or,
contact Lara Moretti in Family Support Services at 800-DONORS-1
ext. 1103 or [email protected].
ABOVE: Gift of Life employees learn to knit, with the goal of participating in 2011’s
“Wrapped in Hugs” program.
We would like to say thank you to all of our volunteers
and supporters who have either sent in a wrap or have
pledged to make a wrap for this special program.
Gift of Life Welcomes 2011 American Transplant Congress
Attendees at the Pre-Meeting Symposium, “Leading
Practices in Organ Donation and Preservation” met
at Gift of Life Saturday, April 30, for a lunch and facility tour.
The American Transplant Congress participants were
provided with an in-depth look at organ procurement,
and a tour of the state-of-the-art Gift of Life facility, as
well as the new Gift of Life Family House. Leading experts
in transplantation from Australia, China, Japan, Tunisia,
Russia, South Korea, Sweden, Tunisia, United Kingdom
and the United States attended this event.
President and CEO of Gift of Life, Howard M. Nathan
with Anne-Christine Croon and Jenny Olofson, transplant
coordinators from Stockholm, Sweden who represented
Karolinska University at the conference. The women toured
the facilities, received a comprehensive overview of
the different departments and spent several days after the
conference learning about Gift of Life success strategies
and TC staffing models, and more about the Donate Life
public education and community outreach campaigns.
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Dr. Markus Gabel, a transplant surgeon at Sahlgrenska
University Hospital in Gothenburg, Sweden, with President
and CEO of Gift of Life, Howard M. Nathan. Dr. Gabel visited
for several days after the conference to tour Gift of Life
facilities. The two men are holding a sign from when
Dr. Gabel’s father – a close colleague of Howard’s and
a true pioneer in the transplant community who was
instrumental in developing the ISODP – visited Gift of Life
for the 2007 Organ and Tissue Donation Congress.
My Thoughts
Spring Brings Record-Breaking Donor
Numbers to Gift of Life
by Reyna Pacis
Bethlehem Catholic High School
Lehigh Valley Coalition
Essay Contest Winner
Why is it important to register as an organ donor?
Long past October 31st, you still felt compelled to
don that mask and costume, leap off your couch,
and dart around your room in pseudo-flight. You
were only a little kid then – no, a superhero, you
adamantly insisted – and in those days, a colorful cape and a
brave imagination were all you needed to be ready to save the
world. But years later, you’ve outgrown your cape and costume,
both physically and mentally, and now, your mask resides in a
box in your closet alongside your old toys and nostalgic, childish
dreams of becoming a real life hero. Growing up seems to bring
us the disappointing realization that none of us can ever really
become Superman or Wonder Woman. However, some of us do
not realize that heroes do not merely exist in the imaginations
of little kids. Each and every day one of us can still live out our
childhood dreams of becoming a hero and saving a life by simply
registering to be an organ donor.
As a registered organ donor, you may not be in hand-to-hand
combat with evil villains or about to stop a flaming meteor from
obliterating the planet, but you will still be a hero in every sense
of the word. According to the Mayo Clinic, the largest transplant
center in America, a single registered organ donor has the
potential to provide life-saving transplants to up to 8 people.
It takes a Herculean amount of courage and generosity for an
individual to donate the gift of life to those in danger of illness and
death, and this self-sacrificial aspect of organ donation is what
true heroism is all about.
Unfortunately, the number of candidates waiting for an organ
donation far exceeds the number of organ donors available.
More than 110,000 people are currently on the waiting list for
transplants, and each day, approximately 20 people perish waiting
for transplants that were unable to take place due to the shortage
of donors. (“Organdonor.gov – Statistics and Facts”) Where are
our superheroes when we really need them? Are we simply going
to leave them stuck in the fanciful imaginings of children?
The people on the transplant waiting list are not looking for
Superman or Wonder Woman. Anyone can be a potential organ
donor, regardless of gender, size and age, and by choosing to donate the gift of life to someone in need, even an ordinary person
can play an extraordinary, critical role in rescuing innocent lives.
Gift of Life Donor Program was proud to announce record numbers
for donation this past spring. In March 2011, Gift of Life helped
to coordinate gifts from 53 individuals, who gave 123 life-saving
organs and hundreds of life-enhancing tissues to residents awaiting
transplants. While these numbers are remarkable, and represent
the highest number of donors ever coordinated in one month
by an organ procurement organization in the United States,
Gift of Life is most grateful to the donors and their families who
made this possible by saying “yes” to donation.
Earlier this winter, Gift of Life set another record
by coordinating the highest numbers ever recorded
by a regional organ procurement organization
(OPO) in US history for a four-month time period.
From December 2010 through March 2011, Gift of Life supported
organ donations from 165 deceased persons and coordinated
444 organs transplanted over a four-month period.
“The families who said ‘yes’ to donation have saved lives, and we offer
them our heartfelt gratitude,” says Howard M. Nathan, President and
CEO for Gift of Life. “They have helped make an impact in the critical
shortage of organ and tissue donors—more than 6,400 men, women
and children remain on the waiting list in this region. While we are
hopeful about the progress made this spring, we remain dedicated
to encouraging everyone to learn more about donation, and register
as a donor when renewing a driver’s license or state I.D. card.”
During its more than 36 years of service, Gift of Life has coordinated
over 31,000 vital organ transplants and hundreds of thousands
of tissue transplants in our region.
To register as a donor, please visit our website at:
www.donors1.org/register
So, go ahead and register to be an organ donor. Put your cape
back on and get ready to save a life.
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update
summer 2011
Greater Delaware Valley Transplant
ABOVE: (L-R) Howard M. Nathan, Paul Sammut, Dr. Aaron Bannett and Dr. Clyde Barker.
BELOW: Ken Brayman and Lynn Fallon.
Reunion
Honors Donation Stars
On Saturday, April 30, the stars were out in Philly! Gift of Life
Family House, in conjunction with the American Transplant
Congress, gathered some of the region’s top donation specialists—
from today and from years past—at the Philadelphia Marriott, in
order to celebrate the impressive accomplishments in this region
during the past 36 years.
RIGHT: Dr. Aaron Bannett with his former transplant professionals.
Titled, “You Made it Happen! 30,000 Transplants & Counting!” the
reunion brought together Gift of Life Donor Program President and
CEO Howard M. Nathan, and co-founders Dr. Clyde F. Barker and
Dr. Aaron Bannett, to receive honors for their contributions to organ
and tissue donation, both in this region and throughout the world.
Dr. Clyde Barker initiated the Hospital of the University of
Pennsylvania’s (HUP) transplant program, by performing the facility’s
first kidney transplant in 1966—the oldest transplant in this country
that is still currently functioning. Since that time, Dr. Barker has acted
as Chief of Transplantation Surgery, Chief of Vascular Surgery, John
Rhea Barton Professor and Chairman of the Department of Surgery
at HUP. He has also served as President of the United Network
for Organ Sharing, and the American Surgical Association. He is
currently Governing Board Chair of Gift of Life Donor Program.
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name, the name of a loved one or your
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Family House Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers at the 2011 Gift of Life Donor Program
and Gift of Life Family House
Volunteer Recognition Ceremony
The Families First Award was presented to the Raymond
Family and Warriors for Tim • The Family House “Families First”
“Ruth Cooper is one of most positive, determined and organized
individuals we’ve worked with. Last year, she chaired the
committee for an annual fundraising event benefiting the
Family House and although this required a lot of attention and
determination – I never saw anything but a smile on her face. Ruth
is very willing to help out with whatever projects are going on and
frequently reminds us that they are just a phone call away if they
are needed. We know when we welcome families home to the
Family House, we’ll always have a sense of security knowing we
can count on her for help, volunteer support, and a warm smile.”
Award recognizes outstanding dedication in serving as a role model
for families; turning a personal tragedy into actionable service to
support other families; and lovingly engaging their entire family to
tirelessly support and promote the critical need for organ donation
and the extraordinary mission of Gift of Life Family House.
“Many people may not be shocked in our decision to choose this
family as the recipient of this award. It’s hard to believe
that it has only been one year since this family has been
involved with Gift of Life and the Family House …… The amount
of achievement and service performed not only by this family but
their community rivals what some people do in decades.
“Joe has volunteered at several Family House fundraisers and
also recently sat on a planning committee for a very successful
fundraising event. Not only was he a huge help and a very hard
worker on the committee but he was also responsible for securing
the largest sponsor – making this one of the most successful annual
events to date. Joe has also connected us with several important
company heads for in-kind and financial contributions. I frequently
receive e-mails and phone calls of support and encouragement
from him reminding me that there are endless possibilities and any
goal is achievable with hard work and determination.” – Sara Cohen
– Sara Cohen, Development Coordinator
The Family House Ambassador Award was presented
to Joseph Richetti and Ruth Cooper • The Family House
Ambassador Award is in recognition of outstanding dedication and
initiative in reaching out to new partners and tirelessly promoting
the extraordinary mission of Gift of Life Family House.
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REUNION, continued from Family House page 1
Aaron D. Bannett, M.D., MBA, helped to pioneer transplant and
vascular surgery, and founded the Organ Transplant Program at
Albert Einstein Medical Center, where he acted as Director from
1966 until his retirement in 1989. He is a board member for Gift of
Life Family House, and was Chairman of Surgery at Einstein from
1972-1979. In 1984, he founded the Bannett Transplant Institute
in Philadelphia, and worked with Dr. Clyde Barker and others to
create an efficient organ and tissue allocation system in the region,
portunities
Building Dedication
Campus Dedication
Guest Room
Guest Room Floor (2nd, 3rd, 4th)
Kitchen
Dining Area
Porte-cochére
Living Room
Foyer
Family Lounge (2)
Reception Area
Resident Manager’s Apartment
Administrative Office
Night Manager’s Office
Exterior Porch
Beverage Station
Pantry
House Manager’s Office
Social Worker’s Office
Passenger Vans (2)
Laundry Area
Flag Pole
Salon
Primary Contributors Wall
Please visit www.giftoflifefamilyhouse.org or contact Sara Cohen,
Development Coordinator, at [email protected]. for more information
on naming opportunities.
Personnel from Hanhemann University Hospital Transplant Center.
and beyond. From these efforts grew one of the largest procurement
programs in the nation, Delaware Valley Transplant Program, now
called Gift of Life Donor Program.
Howard M. Nathan has been with Gift of Life since 1978, and
began as a transplant coordinator, before diligently working his
way to becoming the organization’s Executive Director in 1984.
In 1999, he became President and CEO of Gift of Life, and went on
to found the Gift of Life Institute in 2004, to help train donation
specialists from around the globe.
Family House Development Coordinator Sara Cohen and Gift of Life Donor Program VP
of Administration and General Counsel Jan Weinstock with volunteer award recipients
Joseph Richetti and Ruth Cooper.
Sign up to volunteer today!
Hans Sollinger and Ken Brayman helped offer a trip down memory
lane for participants and former members, before guests enjoyed
dinner and dancing. And in addition to offering words of thanks to
Nathan, Barker and Bannett, the event raised funds for Gift of Life
Family House, and was organized by Family House board member
Lynn Fallon, President of CTI Consulting and family member of
two liver recipients.
As the Family House nears completion, we look forward to opening
our doors to families and are excited about the group of amazing
guest services volunteers currently being trained to offer our guests
the highest level of attention and service. The Guest Services
training program consists of 2 modules covering everything from
the amenities provided by the Family House, checking guests in and
out, rules and procedures and giving a Family House tour.
Gift of Life Family House wishes to thank the following generous
sponsors for helping to make this event a success: CSL Behring,
Genentech, Bristol-Meyers Squibb Company, Chimerix, Inc.,
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, AES Clean Technology,
A.I. duPont Hospital for Children, Albert Einstein Medical Center,
CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services, Inc. and Stromedix, Inc.
If you are interested in volunteering for the Family House,
complete an application online at www.giftoflifefamilyhouse.org
today to get started. We look forward to working with you!
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those tasks are and ask for help if needed. When you are doing
something for someone you love and you are distressed by the task,
you may become resentful or overwhelmed due to caregiving.
Caregiver Lifeline
Spotlight
3. Make a “care plan.”
This may seem time consuming. A care plan is somewhat like a journal
that documents your daily tasks and appointments. You can do it as
frequently (daily) or infrequently (monthly) as there is a need. A careplan
will help you organize your days and allow you to see what days/weeks
you will need help and what days you have more free time for yourself.
by Talia Giordano, MSW, LSW
Gift of Life Family House Social Worker
Keeping Your Relationship with the Patient Healthy
4. Take time for yourself.
5. Take time together.
It is important for any caregiver to take time for themselves so they don’t
forget what makes them happy. It is also important to take time with the
patient unrelated to caregiving. If the patient is your spouse, have a date
night every so often, or make a play date with your child. This should help
keep you focused on why you love yourself and why you love the patient.
It’s important to have a plan for maintaining a healthy relationship
with the person receiving your care. Most likely, you decided to be a
caregiver because of the relationship you had with the patient prior to
becoming their caregiver. For instance, you fell in love with your spouse
before you decided to be their transplant caregiver, or he/she was your
child before you were his/her transplant caregiver. It is essential to try
to nurture the relationship you had before becoming their caregiver.
Here are a few steps that can help you do that.
6. Ask for help.
Sometimes we need help from others, like family, friends, the social
worker, or the transplant team. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. If you try
to do everything alone you may become fatigued, burnt-out, stressed, or
depressed, which could cause resentment towards the patient. There are
transplant social workers who can assist with some of the difficult issues
related to the transplant process. Respite care for time off may be an
option, an aid or in-home nurse may also be an option, even individual,
family, or couples counseling may be helpful. There are many resources
available, so you don’t have to feel alone. The ultimate goal is to allow you
to feel more comfortable and satisfied being a caregiver for your loved one.
1. Identify what you can and can’t do for the patient.
2. Identify what caregiving responsibilities cause you distress.
You may not be able to be a caregiver 24 hours a day due to other
responsibilities, so don’t forget those other responsibilities, and let
the transplant patient know that during those times you are unable to
provide care. When you are able to determine what specific times
you can and can’t provide care, it will set up boundaries which can
help you avoid becoming overwhelmed. Similarly, there may be some
caregiving responsibilities that are distressing to you. Determine what
For comments or questions please email [email protected].
Some sentiments deserve to be engraved...
The Legacy Garden Paver Program – Be a permanent part of Gift of Life Family House!
The Legacy Garden, which will be located in the courtyard of Gift of Life Family House, will be a place where family
members can retreat for a moment of reflection during a stay at the Family House.
You can use your paver’s special message to honor a loved one, give recognition to your business or organization,
or simply give encouragement to the families of transplant recipients. With a tax‐deductible contribution, you can
dedicate a: 12” x 12” paver for $1,500
6” x 12” paver for $1,000 6” x 6” paver for $500
For more information visit www.giftoflifefamilyhouse.org or contact Sara Cohen at [email protected].
Marc Summers and Marc Vetri Help Launch Home Cook Heroes Program
The Home Cook Heroes Program at Gift of Life Family House
was officially launched on Monday, April 4, 2011. The Food
Network’s Marc Summers and “Iron Chef” Marc Vetri hosted the
event, along with Starr Restaurants, and invited more than 120
restaurant and food service representatives to learn more about
Home Cook Heroes.
LEFT: Ace Conference Center GM Daniel Briones, Feastivities Executive Chef Andy Snow,
Home Cook Heroes will invite volunteers from the public,
community groups and businesses to come in and help the
Family House provide home cooked dinner for up to 30 families,
in addition to brunch on the weekends. Summers and Vetri
invited members of the restaurant and culinary communities to
sign up and commit to providing meals for the program. During
the event, more than 20 restaurants and food industry businesses
signed up to become a part of the Home Cook Heroes.
Food Network star and producer Marc Summers, restaurateur Marc Vetri and GLDP VP of
Administration and General Counsel Jan Weinstock survey the first delicious spread
produced in the Family House kitchen. (Photo: Cliff Mautner)
RIGHT: Lisa Stein discusses her experiences as a mom to liver recipient, Erica. The Stein Family
offered support and encouragement to the Family House, asking guests from the restaurant
industry to give back through “Home Cook Heroes.”
Kudos to our sponsors and the Home Cook Heroes Committee for
putting together a fantastic kickoff.
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NJ Students Raise Over $6,000 for
Gift of Life Family House
at the
Family House
On February 20th, the Lives Saving Lives Club of The Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville, NJ, held its 3rd Annual Organ
Donor Awareness Benefit Dinner. This event is 100% promoted
and planned by students who on their own provided the stringed
instrument music for the affair, prepared and served the four course
meal, and had a wonderful time doing it all.
Collecting and delivering items from the Wish List is a great way
to support the Family House. Only new items will be accepted.
1.Paper Goods – toilet paper, tissues, paper towels,
napkins, etc.
The faculty advisor to the club, Arthur Thomas, is a heart recipient
who shared his story at a Lawrenceville School meeting three years
ago, and two students – Taylor Bloom and Mary Hopkins – now
in college, decided to form a club to raise awareness and funds for
organ donation. The first two years the club raised a total of $6,900,
which it donated to Family House. This year, under the direction of
senior co-presidents Jimi Lee and Nicole Banton, the club has raised
over $6,000 more, which will continue to support Gift of Life
Family House.
2.Laundry items – liquid laundry detergent, fabric softener, dryer sheets
3.Copy Paper – (8½” x 11” white only) and offices supplies including pens, pencils, paper clips, post-it notes, etc.
4. Light Bulbs – CFL/Compact Florescent Lightbulbs
(60 and 100 watts)
5.Guest Amenities – travel size shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc.
6.Canned GooDS – soup, vegetables, fruit, beans, etc.
7.Pre-packaged portion sizes of snacks, cereal Family House Events
items and juice boxes
8.Gift Cards – Walmart, Target, CVS, gas cards, etc.
9.Pots and Pans – (stainless steel, new only)
10.Batteries – AA and AAA
AUG 14-21 Caribbean Cruise Fundraiser hosted by the
Eshenour Family
monday 7th Annual Kidney Open Golf Outing
aug 29 hosted by Dan Sinnott and Friends
In lieu of items, cash contributions marked “Wish List” may also
be sent. Please make checks payable to Gift of Life Family House
and mail to 401 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123.
DuPont Country Club, Wilmington, DE
Shotgun Start at 1PM – Scramble Format
Seven years ago, Dan Sinnott was diagnosed with a tumor
on his kidney. Yearning to play one last round of golf, he
called his friends and organized a golf outing on the day
before his surgery. A year later, those same friends decided
to make their golf outing an annual event. Five years ago, noticing the outing’s
rising popularity, Dan collaborated with long-time friend and President/CEO
of Gift of Life Donor Program Howard M. Nathan to use the event to raise funds
for Gift of Life Family House.“The purpose is to have fun, it’s not competitive.
We have good golfers; we have not so good golfers. We want to have fun, raise
money, and raise awareness.”
—Dan Sinnott
For a complete list of Wish List items for the Family House
or to schedule a drop-off date, please contact Sara Cohen at
[email protected].
Interested in hosting your own
fundraiser to benefit
the Family House?
The Family House is nothing without our dedicated supporters!
Every year friends of the Family House hold unique fundraisers and
events to spread awareness and support our mission.
sept 9 2nd Annual Gift of Life Gala Casino Night
Philadelphia, PA
Our friends have baked cookies, hosted concerts and golf tournaments
and Beef and Beers; whatever your interest or area of expertise, you
can contribute to Gift of Life Family House! Whether your event is big or
small, your dedication makes all the difference in supporting our families.
The sky is the limit and we’d love to hear your ideas!
sept 18 Run/Walk Fundraiser in memory of
William Herman
Philadelphia, PA
For more information about these upcoming events, please visit our
website at www.giftoflifefamilyhouse.org.
If you are interested in organizing a fundraiser or event, please contact Sara
Cohen, Development Coordinator at [email protected].
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1. Dr. Gerald Paterson, Principle of Tabernacle Elementary School and students
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4. Debbie Kelly and Carol Giungo hosted the Neiman Marcus Fashion Fundraiser Show
got a special visit from Heartman as a thank you for a pajama day fundraiser for
the Family House.
to benefit the Family House. May 11, 2011
5. Howard M. Nathan and Marc Vetri at the Home Cook Heroes Launch Party.
2. Howard M. Nathan and Jan Weinstock with the Family House team Joe Kauffman,
April 4, 2011
6. Jan Weinstock receiving a check from the students at Omega Institute who held a
Steve Tornone, Talia Giordano, Sara Cohen and Mike Kaiser.
fundraiser for the Family House.
3. Mark and Terry Meade with their DASH Team at the 2011 DASH.
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We Are So Thankful to our Generous Contributors
You are helping us build the Family House!
Contributions received between October 2010 – April 2011
$15,000-$25,000
Aero Taxi, Inc.
Lynn Fallon
Hahnemann University Hospital
Jill Heintz and Shane Heintz
Patrick and Stephanie Kershner
Ryan Lee Mohn
Memorial Foundation
TD Charitable Foundation
$5,000-$14,999
Aria Health Torresdale –
Critical Crew
BKG Enterprises, Inc.
Jam for Life Foundation
Lincoln Financial
Beatrice Lipschultz
Judi Marvel Charities
Bruno Masucci
Howard M. Nathan
Caroline Tyler
Marc Uknis
Viropharma Incorporated
Jan Weinstock
$1,000-$4,999
Aaron Bannett
Bloomingdale’s
John Daly
Distance Learning Network, Inc.
Easton Associates, LLC
Gift of Life Volunteers
Rick Hasz
Jean Jones
Thomas McCormack
Robert Opitz
Penney Girls Foundation
Mark Phillips Memorial Ride
Sovereign Insurance Group
TruMark Financial
$250-$999
Abelson Legal Search
Abington Memorial Hospital
Artcraft Promotional Concepts
Grace Bachmann
Paul Brucker
Louis Chodoff
Cynthia Coleman
Educational Testing Services
Envision, LLC
Danielle Hess
Little Smiles PA, Inc.
Debra Malinics Advertising
Multicultural Affairs Coalition
of Gift of Life Donor Program
Omega Institute, Inc.
Pepper J’s
Susan Pincus
David Shapiro
Tea Philanthropic Fund
Tabernacle Schools
Frederick Tybout
Uno Chicago Grill
Simone Zajac Wealth
Management Group, LLC
Due to limited space, we are unable to
list contributions less than $250.
A Family Affaire – featuring
Hairspray the Musical
Todd Allen
Atlanticare Health System
Rene Audet
Chris Baile
Marie Ballantine
Tim Ballinghoff and Callie
Terri Bank
Gerri Barber
Jean Becker
Bella Nail Boutique
Dianne Bottino
Mary Bottino
Joe Bottino and Wally
Caroline Braas
Cheryl Brown
A Special THANK YOU TO
CALIFORNIA CLOSETS OF PHILADELPHIA
for outfitting our pantry at the Family House.
For more information about California Closets
visit www.californiaclosets.com/philadelphia
or e-mail [email protected]
Michael Ranaglia, President of California Closets, with Howard M. Nathan
Michele Bruno
Bruno’s Italian Restaurant
Bob Burns
Anna Caesar
Camtech Computers LLC
Bob Carp
Thomas Cella
Chocolate Heaven
Theresa Cicali
Neil Cohen
Sara Cohen
Joanne Costello
Lawrence Costello
Robert Costello
Rowena Cruz
Bruce Curless
Jennifer Curtin
Maureen D’Andrea
David Wilson’s Men’s Shop
Designs by Dan
Eric Deutsch
Susan Dewey
Jerry DiDomenico
George Dixey
Terri Dunne
Jayne Elfreth
Nellie Enright-Brida and Family
Louise Esher
James Farley
Finizio’s Italian Eatery
RebeccaFletcher
Frank M. Vaccaro & Assoc., Inc.
Freedom Financial
John Frey
Jeanne Fryar
Dorothy Gallagher
George Gans
Barbara Garrison
Gino’s Haircutters
Rose Gnibus
John Goodwin
John Green
Ellen Hackman
Rick Hall
Tammy Hawco
Linda Herzog
Arlene Hilton
Charles Hilton
Mattie Hilton
Mark Hite
Colleen Hogan
Richard Hogan
Rick Hogan
Bernadette Hutchison
Gina Iaconelli
Maria Iaconelli
Bernadette Janis
Jeff Kripitz Agency
Danielle Jester
Connie Jones
Joy’s Hallmark
Kathy Kilpatrick
Joanne Knoblauch
Brian Krulikowski
Ed Lenny
Lenny Physical Therapy, LLC
Kathryn Lewis
Lexus of Cherry Hill
John Lind
Mane Designs
Marcello’s Italian Restaurant
Marlene’s
Kiwanis Club of Lower Merion
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Terri Maser
Kevin McDonnell
Catherine McGinley
Patricia Mecoli
Ron Monok
Richard Moore
Morgan Stanley/Smith Barney
Debi Mulligan
Theresa Mulligan
Eva Nardelli
Howard M. Nathan
Tom Norton
Nuss Construction Company, LLC
Kathi Parris-Carman
PB Cosmetology
Education Centre
Jay Petre
Mike Petrelli
Sandi Petrelli
John Pojawis
Daniel Poley
Pop Shop
Ramblewood Country Club
Andrea Reynolds
Susan Riccio
Joseph Richetti
Mary Ritondo
Robert Costello Builder
MaryEllen Rochelle
Fr. Ron
Royal Landscapes
Antoinette Rudnicki
Kelly Santosusso
Jolene Schwartz
Severino’s
Kevin Sheehan
John Shissler
Shoprite
Sarah Skolsky and Kloey
Patricia Snyder
South Jersey
Gastroenterology P.A.
Sovereign Insurance Group
Robert Spicer
Tami Spicer
Erica Stein
Glenn Stoll
Sandra Tahaney
Bob Taylor
Randy Teague
The Ritz Theatre
Township of Haddon
Joe Tredinnick
Ronald Vaccaro
Steve Van Laeys
Paul Velez
Peter Voudouris
Scott Wasienko
Susan Wasienko
Wegman’s
Jan Weinstock
Westmont Family Restaurant
& Diner
Linda White
Michele Yurechko
Ally’s Breakfast Fundraiser
hosted by Ally’s Angels
Ally’s Angels
Jill Heintz
Shane Heintz
Robert Nester
Southeast Berks County Chapter
of Thrivent Financial
James Tribbett
Shari Widlund
Alternative Gift Market
Valley View Community Church
Applebees Breakfast Fundraiser
hosted by
Gift of Life Berks Coalition
Berks Coalition
Barbara Cronan
Kathy Hafer
Alice Hughes
Ron Lattanzio
Ken Lovely
Louis Mancano
Paul Pawelski
Jay Schmehl
Frederick Yoder
Barbara Fedorchak
Anthony Gatto
George Hegedty
Andrea and Dave Henninger
Linda McConnell
Bernadine Milark
Mary Perrine
Andrew Remetta
April Rudat
Nick Sciulara
Berks Coalition
Rememberence Walk 2010
Berks Coalition
Robert Gance
Jenna Hornberger
Williams Hornberger
Connie Jo Keller
Marilyn Luckenbill
Joel Schaeffer
Mark Smith
Bowling Fundraiser for the
Family House
Donato Angelotti
Vincent Angiolillo
Depasquale Law Offices, LLC
Arthur Pizzuro
St. Edmonds
Automotive Financial Services, LLC
Wanda Bowen
Andrew Braeutigam
C.W. Clarke Associates, Inc.
DTC Corp T/A Car Vision
Alexander Goyins
Theodore Goyins
Jonathan Motor Cars
Lancaster Nissan
Douglas Mitchell
Pine Belt Lakewood
Cynthia Wells
Linda Wells
Russell Wells
Thomas West
Club Corp Charity Classic Event
ClubCorp, Inc.
Dedication of a Family House
Legacy Garden Paver
Debra Malinics Advertising
Jean Jones
Mark Phillips Memorial Ride
David Shapiro
Erica Stein
Robert Taylor
Jan Weinstock
Leigh Yocum
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family house contributors, continued
Delaware Tech Run/Walk
Fundraiser 2010
Delaware Technical
& Community College
Dress Down Day Fundraiser
Dancker, Sellew & Douglas
Pepper Hamilton, LLP
Help Change Lives Fundraiser
Linda McConnell
Helen Small
PDCA Golf Outing 2010
PDCA South Jersey Chapter
Pre-DASH Brunch Fundraiser
by Multicultural Affairs Coalition
at Gift of Life
Patricia Abraham
Thomas Abraham
John Allen
John Ammons
Carol Barnes
Joyce Barnes
Karen Barnett-Roberts
Michele Beckett
Patricia Bell
Chayse Benson
Starlena Bibbs
Cynthia Birch
Leona Blackshear
Wayman Blackstock
Michael Bohm
George Bonadio
Sonja Bond
Aaron Boyd
EdBoyler
Shirley Braswell
Melvyn Bray
Robin Briscoe
Janet Brown
Marie Byers Cook
Chris Byfield
James Canada
Doris Carroll
Theresa Carter
Laverne Clark
Gerald Cohen
Faith Cortright
Carol Cowan
Steven Crawford
Harvey Mae Crawley
Gwendolyn Dabney
Jacqueline Dade
DeOliver Davis
James Davis
Donna DeShields
Kevin Dicks
Marlene Dobson
Greg Dorn
Tondolayo Duncan
Nancy Durel
Douglas Edwards
Ernestine Ellzy
Robert Elsner
Rosemary Faron
Bernadette Fersner
Robert Finkel
George Flocco
Althea Fogle
Mary Ford
Richard Ford
Nicole Foster
Shiela Foster
Mike Fox
Ruth Gaskins
Tracey Goins
Rochelle Gordon
Valerie Graham
Mary Gray
Victor Graziano
Blair Green
Glarin Green
Mark Green
William Hansen
Sharon Harper
Khoury Harris
Christine Harvey
Tiffany Hayward
Joanne Hemingway
Steve Herman
Elsie Mae Higgins
Elizabeth Hill
Cheryl Holmes
William Huebner
Jim Hynes
Curtis Jackson
Nicole Jackson
Carolyn Jamison
Hattie Jamison
Annette Jennings
Kymberli Jennings
Miranda Johnson
David Jones
Lynda Kent
Judy Knight
Walter Labs
Barbara Lawton-Johnson
David Lee
Paul Leinbach
Barry Lewis
Dejaniera Little
Edith Lollie
Cynthia London
Lynette Luckers
Laurice Lynah
Joan Lytkowski
Bob Lytle
Bil Martin
Irene Martin
Julie McCain
Wanda McCain
Peg McCauley
Joyce McIntosh
Sondra McNeil
Kim McNeill
Sharde McPherson
James Minnich
Kareitha Moore
Robert Moore
Yvette Moore
Diane Morton
Michelle Mullen
Otto Mune
Gail Murrell
Shannon Murrell
Stacy Murrell
Howard M. Nathan
Byron Newman
Ella Parks
Joseph Pedonce
Robert Perez
Elaine Perry
Robert Perry
Eugene Polgar
Gene Polgar
Bruce Pollock
Norlyn Poto
DeAnn Pratt
Stephanie Purnell
Pat Quinn
James Quirk
Lori Ray
David Rechtschaffen
Yvonne Reese
Ann Reiver
Andrea Reynolds
Monae Richards
Phyllis Roberts
Raymond Roberts
Simmone Roberts
Hilda Robinson
Leona Robinson
Beverly Rohan
Caroline Rudd
Earl Rudd
Yolanda Sample
Shelvia Samuel
Bill Sauser
Helena Savage
Paul Sheridan
Roy Sherrod
Phillip Shober
Brian Smith
Dave Smith
Ella Mae Smith
Jamirah Smith
Patricia Smith
Jacqueline Stewart
Pat Sullivan
Sarah Taylor
Thelma Thomas-Francis
Keith Thompson
Clara Thornton
Ellie Turner
Barbara Walkee
Paul Walls
Annjeanette Wheeler
Anna White
Crystal Williams
Hattie Williams
Carol Wilson
Sheryl Wizov
Tracie Yensel
Richard Zimmerman
University City Kiwanis Club
Scavenger Hunt
University City Kiwanis Club
Sandra Cohen
Mr. and Mrs. Jules Cohen
Marvin Friedman
Daniel Sutton
Laura Vidmar
Helen Daley
Helen Daley
Harold W. Delhagen
Jacksonville Presbyterian
Church
Stacey Doyle
Barry W. Vanrensler
Carol Giungo
David Eisen
David Greaves
Donna Campbell
Aaron Greenberg
Deena Sherman
Arthur Greenway
Mr. and Mrs. James Dively
Jackson Heller
Ms. and Mrs. Robert Seibert
Wilma Stein
Danielle Hess
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Gordon
Betsy Horen
Leonard Bunch
Mr. and Mrs. Lee Dushoff
Adrienne Horen
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Horen
Mr. and Mrs. S. Wagman
Robert A. Horen
Adrienne Horen
Kim Joe Williams’ Heart Donor
Joseph Williams
Joseph R. Kauffman
Donna Caracappa
Christopher Kozlowski
Tara Winer
Melanie Leis
Mr. and Mrs. Robin Rhoads
Larry Luder
Laura Kalemkarian
Janellen Mattai
Maria Capacio
Marianne Johnson
Loren Mays
Michael Mays
John McAroy
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Hulmes
Eileen Jaecks
Janette Jaecks
Theresa Jaecks
I. Koerner
CharlotteMcCain
Colleen McClain
Mr. and Mrs. James Pettit
Kelly McGillis
Mr. and Mrs. Robin Rhoads
Winston McKoy
Heather Reenstra
Natalie’s Mom
Aimee Scott
Christine Osenenko
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Hintzen
Sophia Ostroff
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Bernheim
Alan Fishman
Mr. and Mrs. Moshe Gabbay
Mr. and Mrs. George Gordon
Marlene Kaplan
Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Machles
Frank Machles
Marvin Ostroff
Simcha Raphael, MD
Pearl Raz
Hon. and Mrs. David Shuter
Mr. and Mrs. D. Garrett Spear
Advanced Chiropractic Center PA
Paul J. Penkala
Samantha Neaman
Frank Podietz
Mr. and Mrs. Ron Fash
Simcha Raphael
Sandra Cohen, MD
Joseph Richetti
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Iaquinta
Grand View Anesthesia Associates
Mark Rosenberg
Brigit Dietz
Christopher Rosser
Jeanne Rosser
Lloyd Saba
June McKim
Phil Saba
June McKim
Richard Salmieri
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Salmieri
Gabrielle Sena
Denise Nuccio
Bob Sosna
Stephen Ahmie
Heather Ahmie-Smith
Andrea Henninger
Sadie E. Spilove
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Pasceri
Nancy Stephens
June Alderfer
Patty Stephens
June Alderfer
Elliott M. Waters
Barbara Waters
Scott’s Wedding
Mrs. and Mr. Mark Stein
Jan L. Weinstock
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Roth
Randy Weinstock
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wang
Vaughn Whisker
Cynthia Whisker
Joseph Zobel
Julie Fleming
THa
In Honor of…
Suzanne Ahmie
Stephen Ahmie
Heather Ahmie-Smith
Andrea Henninger
Paul L. Albert
Mr. and Mrs. William Albert
Mr. and Mrs. Pancoast
Kyle Atras
Eileen Alcott
Barry Beard
Larry Beard
Jessica D. Bodo
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Cantor
Joseph Bottino
Richard Hall
Robert Boyle
Kathryn O’Neill
Kevin Brighter
Kevin Brighter
John Brown
Haddon Forthnightly
John T. Browne
Mr. and Mrs. Leith
Frederick Schad
Johnathan Buchanan
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Buchanan
Elizabeth Burke
Mr. and Mrs. Allan Yelner
Janice Bush
Mr. and Mrs. Barry Gruver
Geoff Cardamone
Lyndsay Fisher
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In Memory of…
Regina Adorno
Eileen Henry
Gilbert Bader
Mr. and Mrs. Joel Lemansky
Sharie E. Baldi
Linda Baldi
John D. Bathgate
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Smith
Father Belkin
Mrs. and Mr. Mark Stein
Joseph Bottino
Karine Mauprivez
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Ogden
Maryanna Peters
Norman Bromberg
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Gerson
John Burns
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Wolf
H. R. Caines
Cheryl Caines
Jessica A. Calderbank
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stetser
Galen Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Wolf
Jay Carlson
Sally Kleeberg
Mrs. and Mr. Mark Stein
Gary Carr
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Pasceri
John Castrenze
Marie Galli
Caitlin M. Ciquero
Michele Busacca
Beverly Frantz
Nick Civitella
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Civitella
Kimberly Devlin
Sean Clegg
John Clyde
Peg Coldren
Melissa Coleman
Phyllis Lennon
George Matekovic
Dolores Morello
John Nawn
Fran O’Hara
Kathryn Sherlock
Betty West
Franklin Women’s Club
Bernice Cohen
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Stein
Harold R. Cohen
Susan Pincus
Jonathan Cottrell
Carolyn Cottrell
Claire Dechter
Mr. and Mrs. Arlene Belinsky
Kaela B. DeJesus
Erin Plummer
Susan Dill
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Frounfelker
Kenneth Doherty
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Roach
Jan Doran
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Wolf
Lawrence Dotts
Mr. and Mrs. Barry Bowen
Donna L. Dougherty
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wilkin
Kenny Dubrovsky
Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Schrob
Edward J. Duffy
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Boris
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin McCusker
George Eberhardt
Amy Silverman
Sara H. Edelman
Julie Ballaro
Mr. and Mrs. C. Bortzfield
Eva Bowling
Diane Bracken
Mr. and Mrs. David Channing
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Christopher
Erin Marie Cofone
Marissa Deener
Mr. and Mrs. Asher Edelman
Sandra Edelman
Mr. and Mrs. Justin Foster
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Freeman
Mr. and Mrs. Derek Gallupe
Mr. and Mrs. Trevor George
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Haen
Mr. and Mrs. Vic Haen
Leif Hansen
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Heefner
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Henke
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Howard
Janelle Kilinski
Jocelyn Kimmel
Mr. and Mrs. James Kirkpatrick
Mr. and Mrs. James Lowrie
Marilyn McCarney
Dr. and Mrs. Dennis McCullough
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy McCutcheon
Linda McFarland
Cheryl McGuigan
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel McKeehan
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Moatz
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Mooney
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Mumma
Mr. and Mrs. Darrin Nelson
Theresa Nelson
Mr. and Mrs. Adrian Nitkowski
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Parks
Maureen Pesek
Michael Rathvon
Dolores Richardson
Mr. and Mrs. John Rieman
Carl Rohr
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Rugg
Kathleen Ruiz
Mr. and Mrs. Miguel Ruiz
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Safransky
Mr. and Mrs. Lee Schmalz
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Scorza
Roberta Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stum
Mr. and Mrs. William Suffecool
Janice Tucker
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Unger
Mr. and Mrs. Dan Walsh
Quincy Panthers Midget
Football Inc.
Blakc Box Network Services
NEC Corporation of America
Pleasant Valley Elementary
School Social Committee
Robert Egerer
Maggie Ragatz
Steve Eisenhour
Holly Leakway
Susan Mayle
Doris Elias
Adrienne Polonsky
Randall L. Eshenour
Cheryl Eshenour
Hillary’s Father
Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Schrob
Peter Flusser
Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Schrob
Darrin Gallagher
Mary Lou Mottola
Donald Gallagher
Mary Lou Mottola
Jerry Geckle
Michael Moritz
Martin Gendleman
Reiter Roffing, Inc.
Jeremy P. Gibson
Barbara Jensen
Lynn C. Ginnett
ChristineGinnett
Edward L. Ginsburg
Susan Pincus
Anne Gordon
Bernice Novin
Scott Griffin
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Schneider
Daughter Grossman
Mrs. and Mr. Mark Stein
Shannon Grove
Edward Grove
Susan Grove
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Stark
Robert F. Haviland
Teresa Coe
Ally Heintz
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fieo
JillHeintz
Mike and Luann Reichart
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Zaremski
Chuck Smith’s Auto Service, Inc.
Mabel Houston
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Frounfelker
James P. Hunte
Mr. and Mrs. David Coughlin
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Craft
Mr. and Mrs. John DeFazio
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Harper
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Helenski
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Maxwell
Mr. and Mrs. Brian McGehean
James Mooney
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ochs
Fran Osborn
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Romano
Jennifer Smith
Bertha Spahr
Mr. and Mrs. Dean Spahr
Mr. and Mrs. Leon Weber
George Hurley
Bernice Novin
Helen Mary Hylinski
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
David Ioele
Samuel Ioele
Elva Irwin
Ellen Mirbach
David Kaplan
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Stein
Stacey Keller
Gerald Keller
Gertrude Kelly
Patricia Bullman
Cole Patrick Kershner
BeverleyBonkoski
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Brescia
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Kershner
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sadofsky
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Wright
Kyle D. Koslop
Samantha Neaman
Jason Allen Krantz
Becky Klinger
William Kuhlke
Maureen Owens
Louis La Noce
Barbara Hylinski
Patricia Laltrella
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