2015 Program highlights - Exchange Club Family Resource Center

exchange club family resource center—2015 in review
A ro u n d t h e ta b l e
2015 Program highlights
It seems that each year has its own theme of sorts. As some of you may recall, my first full year back
in the saddle here was 2014. Originally, I thought our theme for the year was “transition”. It seemed
fitting as board, staff, and I settled into our rhythms. As I write today, however, and consider 2015’s
“theme”, I realize that 2014 was not a year of transition at all. Instead, it was a year to put fuel into the
rocket ship. I know this because in 2015, we seemed to blast off! What a great year and one full of
comradery, accomplishment, and purpose. I’m thankful to my staff, our board, and our donors.
Together, we make a team that accomplishes great things! The rocket ship of prevention is truly going
strong and I look forward to seeing what we can do together in 2016!—Tina Bartleson, Executive Director
And
The
Winners
Are….
Our own Shemika Roberts (Lead Parent Aide) was
recognized as the 2015 National Parent Aide of the
Year by the National Exchange Club and its Parent
Aide network!
Shemika has faithfully served as a Parent Aide since
2009. She feels “that all people have the potential to
be wonderful parents but sometimes need help
facing the challenges that life throws in their path”.
We appreciate all you do for children and families!
Congratulations to Gin Gunther—our 2015 Katie
Dempsey Star Award recipient. A member of the
Family Resource Board of Directors since 2006, Gin
has provided leadership in many areas. Gin states,
“I’m so glad to be a part of an organization that
helps give children hope”. (L to R: Tina Bartleson,
Gin Gunther, Rep. Katie Dempsey)
Because of your support, many families have “happy endings” as they graduate from
our Parent Aide program. This is the story of one family served in 2015. With an infant
child and a history of neglect in their own childhoods, this young mom and dad
confessed to being uncertain about how to take care of their little one. Dad worked two
jobs to make ends meet while Mom felt overwhelmed—and alone. She wasn’t sure how
much to feed the baby, feared “spoiling” him if she picked him up when he cried, and the
family had trouble making ends meet. The situation was one that could lead to abuse or
neglect without a Parent Aide. Through weekly (and sometimes twice weekly) home
visits, this family learned how to care for their infant’s basic needs, discovered ways to
talk with and engage their child, created a workable family budget, developed better
ways to manage stress, established a family routine, and became familiar with what to
expect as their child grows. Most importantly, this family discovered they are not alone.
This family successfully graduated from our program and we know that their “story”
ended happily—-they are now a stronger family. What might their story have been had
YOU not enabled us to provide support, information, and encouragement? It’s something to think about.
Thanks for helping us reach families and prevent child abuse!
Families Served in 2015
Program
Families
Parents
Children
Parent Aide (in home parent
78
117
179
38
52
66
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445
---
116
614
245
education & support services)
Visitation (supervised visitation
for children in foster care and their
parents)
Parent Ed (open access parenting
groups)
Total
Other program highlights:
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Volunteer Parent Aide Training—Eight participants completed Volunteer Parent Aide training in October 2015. Volunteering as a Parent Aide is very time-intensive commitment but two participants decided that NOW is their time. We are
pleased to have Amy Mendes and Marti Robles on our volunteer team!
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Model Designation—We were thrilled when the Exchange Parent Aide model was named by Promoting Safe & Stable Families/Georgia DHR as an effective model for reducing recurrence of abuse and neglect in families with previous abuse
confirmations.
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Re-Accreditation: We achieved Re-Accreditation through National Exchange Club and are pleased to comply with national
standards in the areas of Mission, Financial Resource Planning/Management, Human Resources, Networking, Organization,
Program, and Evaluation.
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Why the Exchange Parent Aide model?
Visiting with families in their homes means we can tailor our services to meet individual situations. Every family is
different!
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Weekly visits help parents and Parent Aide form trust, enabling parents
to more readily receive—and act on recommendations.
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Services are practical and skill-strengthening so that parents can continue to grow after graduating from our program.
2015 Budget Report:
Income: $360,829
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Grants: 38%
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Partners in Prevention Campaign: 28%
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Special Events: 18%
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Fees/Designated Gifts: 8%
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United Way: 8%
Expenses: $354, 635
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Program/Services: 80%
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Administrative/Fundraising: 20%
Wish List
 Cash donations
 PowerPoint projector & screen
 Laptop, computer, monitor
 Diapers, wipes, pull-ups
 Paper goods & cleaning supplies
 Healthy snacks
 Games & activities for ages 11-15
 Gift certificates: haircuts, etc.
 Home safety equipment
 New car seats—-all sizes
 Office supplies
Jim Talley (2016 Board President) and Tina
Bartleson (Executive Director) thank Robin Hice
for her strong leadership as our 2015 Board
President.
Two highlights under her leadership were the
adoption of a 3-Year Strategic Plan and
expansion of our Parent Aide program. Thanks
for your faithful service, Robin!
FRC 2015 Year in Review
Visit www.romeexchangeclub.com/gallery/ to view
a special slideshow of our events &
accomplishments!
25th Anniversary Matching Gift Challenge
Every dollar donated as a new gift or an increase over last year’s gift will be matched dollar for dollar
from a special Matching Gift Challenge Fund until the challenge gift is exhausted. For example, your
new or increased gift of $25 becomes $50, $100 becomes $200, etc.
We need your help now more than ever before to serve more families and children. Please join us as
we celebrate 25 years of preventing child abuse and building stronger families and stronger
communities.
Step up to the Challenge!!
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2016
BOARD of DIRECTORS
Jim Talley, President
Lee Niedrach, Vice President
Angie Diehl, Secretary
Greg Gaston, Treasurer
Robin Hice, Immd. Past Pres.
Gail Johnson, Fund-Raising
Daniele Tedesco, Personnel
Stacey Brown, PR & Marketing
Louise Branham, Program
Tina Bartleson, Exec. Dir.
J.P. Cooper
Ronnie Farmer
Richard Franklin
Sam Freeman
Phil Franssen
John Garner
Gin Gunther
Toni Hannah
John Hine
Ben Levy
Stephen Patton
Randy Quick
Marti Robles
Beth Sanders
Jason Sanker
Karen Smith
Charles Stevens
Buzz Wachsteter
Advisory Board
Bob Babcock
Terry Clift
Katie Dempsey
Lynn Dempsey
David Schreiber
Stephen Smith, III
Lee Smollar
Kathy Steinbruegge
Lisa Stuenkel
2016 Night at the Movies!
A Red Carpet thanks to YOU, Dr. Gary Smith/Rome Cinemas,
and our outstanding sponsors for an award-winning
Night at the Movies!
Oscar: The Babcock Agency; Ball Corporation; Brinson,
Askew, Berry, Seigler, Richardson & Davis, LLP; Exchange Club
of Rome; Greater Community Bank; JBM Office Solutions;
McRae, Stegall, Peek, Harman, Smith & Monroe, LLP ; Ready or
Not Entertainment; Representative Katie Dempsey; Twigs
Emmy: Stor-It Mini Warehouses; Harbin Pediatrics
Golden Globe: Judge Gene Richardson; Rome Orthopaedic
Center; Law Office of David C. Smith, PC
Over $20,000 raised
for the prevention
of child abuse!
Thank You to Our 2015 Partners in Prevention*
Legacy
Exchange Club of Rome
United Way
Guardian
Georgia Power Fdn.
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Owens
Kurt & Lisa Stuenkel
Sustainer
A.W. Ledbetter Fdn.
Mr. & Mrs. Phil Brewster
Mr. & Mrs. Terry Clift
Elwood & Louise Hunt
Charitable Fdn.
Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Finn
First Presbyterian Church
Heyman Family Fdn.
Mr. & Mrs. John Hine
Edward Hine, Jr.
Johnna Maddox
Morgan & Hunt Oil Co.
National Exchange Fdn.
OTR Wheel Engineering
Tony & Phyllis Pemerton
Daniele Petkovicz-Tedesco
Rome/Floyd Cmmission on
Children & Youth
Second Avenue Baptist
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Talley
Dr. & Mrs. Bob Williams
Mr. & Mrs. John Youmans
Lynn Maddox
New Romans Club
Outlandish Trends Car Club
Jason & Kelly Sanker
David & Sheelah Schreiber
Paul & Mistee Smith
Speigelburg Fdn.
Buzz & Paula Wachsteter
Buster Wright III
Aide
Allstate Giving Campaign
Ann Arnold
Bel Attaway
Earl & Ansley Barton
Tom Bennett
Bob Berry
Rev. Don Black
Barbara Carter
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Conrad
J.P. Cooper
Ken Cormany
Ray Cox
Fred & Julia Dent
Tom & Angie Diehl
Janice Dismuke
Mr. & Mrs. James Dixon
Jimmie Dudley
Dr. Scott Edwards
Mr. & Mrs. Mike Elliott
Bill Fricks
Partner
Phil & Linda Gasaway
Frank Barron
Dr. & Mrs. Peter Gilbert
Jonathan & Tina Bartleson
Dr. Randy Green
Guy & Gigi Binion
J.C. & Jimmye Grimes
Al Bonnyman
Bob & Louise Branham
Hampton Inn-Rome
Stacey Brown
Brian Hampton
Cherokee Capital Fair Assc.
Ben & Jackie Harrison
Mr. & Mrs. Scottie Edwards
Robin Hice
Susan Edwards
Gordon Hight, II
Elfun Society
Lydel Hunt
Mr. & Mrs. Sam Evans
Bill & Jan Irmscher
Rome First United Methodist
Mr. & Mrs. Ben Janes
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Franklin
Garden Study Garden Club
Anne Kerr
Greg Gaston
Frances Knight
GE Fdn.
Mike & Teresa Littlejohn
Bob & Joen Grizzard
Joel Megginson, Jr.
Steve & Gin Gunther
Harbin Clinic Volunteers(Barbara Joel Megginson, Sr.
Martin Meyer
Cooper & Nettie Everett)
Kirk & Cris Milam
Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Hubbard
Jackie Moreland
Max & Gail Johnson
The Hon. & Mrs. Jack Niedrach
Dr. & Mrs. Jesse Laseter
Lee Niedrach
Charles Long
Sandra Norman
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Norton
Mr. & Mrs. Larry Osborn
Tim Pape
Mike Pender
Randy Quick
Frank & Tish Redwine
Ronald Abbott, CPA
Mr. & Mrs. Sherold Salmon
Patricia Self
David & Cindy Shelton
Heyward Simpson
Tommy & Elaine Snow
Nancy Starr
Bob & Kathy Steinbruegge
Charles & Stephanie Stevens
Barry & Louisa Titus
VFW Post 4911
Joe & Carol Wade
Ware Mechanical, Inc.
James Ware
Edna Whatley
Lynn & Vicki Whatley
Charles White
Mick & Connie Williams
Gardner Wright
Friend
Amina Abdel-Hameed
Charles Abrams
Sue Anderson
Kim Arrowood
Sherri Beideck
Dr. & Mrs. George Bosworth
Dr. Alan Bowen
Dr. & Mrs. Scott Bowerman
Dr. & Mrs. Paul Brock
Jason & Meredith Brown
Mrs. Richard Bryan
Mr. & Mrs. James Burdette
Robin Burk
Debbie Burnett
Dan & Sally Caesar
Melanie Caldwell
Paul Carter
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Cates
Don Chambers
Giles & Iva Chapman
M.J.Chisholm
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Chumley
Dr. & Mrs. Gayland Cooper
Tom & Linda Couch
Steve & Shelia Cox
Bess Crawford
Dr. & Mrs. Hendrick Cromartie
Joan Crumley
Beth Dabbs
Ward Daugherty
Ralph Davis
Bruce Day
Ray Dempsey
Ouida Dickey
Dr. & Mrs. David Dohrmann
Ronnie & Sally Farmer
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Fellows
Dr. Paul Ferguson
Mr. & Mrs. Phil Franssen
Sam Freeman
Greg & Ramona Fricks
John & BobAnn Garner
Mac Gilbert
Dr. & Mrs. George Goldin
Googasian Family Fdn.
Mr. & Mrs. Hal Gosnell
Richard & Cathy Grant
Pamela Hamilton
Dr. Daniel Hanks
Mark Harrison
Mr. & Mrs. David Harvey
Mr. & Mrs. Scott Henson
Justin Hight
Christopher Hipes
Dr. & Mrs. Robert Hortman
Ralph Howse,Jr.
William Huffman, Jr.
Nancy Hunter
Cory Huskins
Susan Jackson
Dr. Mark Jester
Ross Johnson
Sue Jones
Linda Kane
Dr. & Mrs. Todd Kelley
Larry Kennedy
Ron Kiefer, Sr.
Bill & Lou King
Dr. John Kirkland
Kevin Knauf
Jordan Knight
Vann Knight
Mr. & Mrs. Ed Kolodzej
Susan Lawhorn
Dr. & Mrs. Darrell Lowrey
Mr. & Mrs. Urs Maire
Thank you to our 2015 Partners in Prevention*
Friend-cont’d
Ann Marks
Virginia McChesney
Sue Mann
Michelle Manor
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph McDade
Mr. & Mrs. Doug McGrath
Mr. & Mrs. Jack McGuffey
Dr. & Mrs. Ruel McMillian
Mary Moody
Scott Moody
Martie Moore
Kimberly Moseley
Alice Munchak
Peggy Nash
Ted & Ginger Noe
Stefani Ortman
Bobby & Beverly Padgett
Stephen & Mary Patton
Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Peller
PEO Chapter A O
John & Becky Pillsbury
Dr. Lynn Plunkett
Honorable & Mrs. Gene Richardson
Vivian Richmeier
Drs. Jack & Sara Rogers
Walter Ruppert, Jr.
Wayne Rush
Rev. Beth Sanders
Mr. & Mrs. Dean Saville
Susan Schmarkey
Charles Schroeder
Frank Shropshire
Mr. & Mrs. Paul E.Smith
Dixie Sorrow
Dr. & Mrs. Ryan Stanger
Dorothy Stevens
Harold Storey
Beth Summer
Joe Tarpley
Tamara Tillman-Smathers
Dr. & Mrs. Joel Todino
Diane Warner
Mr. & Mrs. Thad Watters
Mr. & Mrs. Leonard White
Mr. & Mrs. Steve White
Wanda Whitten
Mr. & Mrs. Lowell Wilkins
Carol Willis
Ben & Nan Winkelman
Mr. & Mrs. Harry Wise
Len & Beverly Woodward
Jacquelyn Wright
*does not include participation in special events
We are grateful to our Partners in Prevention whose generosity enables us to
Build Stronger Families—-Build Stronger Communities.
We invite you to join us as a partner by joining one of our giving societies:
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Legacy ($10,000+)
Guardian ($5,000-$9,999)
Sustainer ($1,000-$4,999)
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Partner ($500-$999)
Aide ($101-$499)
Friend ($100 or less)
YOU and our event sponsors raised $67,328 through our 2015 special events!
We say THANKS to these major corporate donors!
2015 Night at the Movies:
The Babcock Agency, Ball Corp., Brinson Askew Berry, Coosa Valley Credit Union, Rep. Katie Dempsey, Exchange Club of Rome, Michelle Manor,
Judge Gene Richardson, Harbin Pediatrics, McRae Stegall Peek, Regions Bank, River City Bank, Stor-It Mini-Warehouses
2015 Jim Bishop Memorial Tee Off Against Child Abuse Golf Tournament
Sponsor Wanted—-Please contact Tina at 706-290-0764 to get on board!
2015 Gary Tillman Memorial Clocktower 5K Road Race & 2 Mile Health Walk
Advance Rehab, Coosa Valley Fair Assc, Chick-fil-A, Coosa Valley Credit Union, Rep. Katie Dempsey, Exchange Club of Rome, Floyd Healthcare Fdn.,
Floyd Medical Center, GNTC, Heritage First Bank, Kindred Specialty Hospital, McRae Stegall Peek, Performance Physical Therapy, Pridemore-Cox,
Pro Performance, Race Rome, Redmond Regional Medical Ctr, River City Bank, Rome Orthopaedic Center
2015 Strike Out Child Abuse
Tedesco Law Offices