2012 Winter Newsletter

Benefiting Special Olympics
Broward County and its Athletes
making a difference
NEWSLETTER
www.pinioninc.com
WINTER 2012
Erin Go Bragh!
Pinion Go Bragh!
Pinion Goes Irish
Benefiting Special Olympics
Broward County and its Athletes
St. Patrick’s Day Social
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
®
6 - 9 pm
Briny Riverfront ♦ Irish Bar and Restaurant
305 S. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale (on the Riverwalk)
$40 per person: Two Complimentary Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres
Lively Irish Entertainment!
Fun ® Music ® Prizes
Wear Green!
Spend Green!!
Drink Green!
Win Green!!!
Special Olympics Updates...
More than 400 local athletes to compete
In 2012 Special Olympics Broward County
Summer Games
S
pecial Olympics Broward County (SOBC) will
hold its annual County Summer Games on
Saturday, March 3, 2012, at Coral Springs High
School, 7201 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs, FL.
Athlete, volunteer and coach registration runs from
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM with the Opening Ceremonies
starting at 9:30 AM. The competitions will be
conducted from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Lunch
will be served and an activities area provided for all
registered participants. There are several volunteer
opportunities available for all ages and abilities.
The County Summer Games traditionally starts
with a grand parade, opening ceremony, and the
lighting of the Special Olympics “Flame of Hope.”
Throughout the morning and afternoon, a variety of
athletic competitions will be held to include athletics,
bocce, cycling, soccer, tennis and volleyball. Each
event concludes with an awards ceremony.
S av e t h e d a t e !
Beads, Food, Music,
Raffle Baskets!!!!
Tuesday
February 21, 2012
A
s part of the 15th Annual Crawfish Boil Mardi Gras Celebration, Shuck N Dive,
650 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 will
be hosting a Fat Tuesday fundraiser, to raise money
for the Broward County Special Olympics Alpine
Skiing Program.
Raffle tickets will be sold for over 20 baskets valued
between $100 - $200. Drawing is held at 9:00 PM (you
do not need to be present to win).
Come on over for lunch, drinks and/or dinner.
A great time for a great cause. All donations/raffles
benefit Special Olympics Broward Alpine Ski Team.
For more information contact Special Olympics,
954-262-2150.
For more information on how to participate, visit
www.specialolympicsbrowrd.org or contact Linda
Mills, County Director, at 954-262-2150 or e-mail
[email protected].
Special Olympics Appreciation Picnic_________________
President's Corner
by Debra Lieberman
ALL YOUR LIFE YOU ARE TOLD THE THINGS YOU
CANNOT DO.
ALL YOUR LIFE THEY WILL SAY YOU’RE NOT
GOOD ENOUGH OR STRONG
ENOUGH OR TALENTED ENOUGH, THEY’LL SAY
YOU’RE THE WRONG
HEIGHT OR THE WRONG WEIGHT OR THE
WRONG TYPE TO PLAY THIS
OR BE THIS OR ACHIEVE THIS. THEY WILL TELL
YOU NO, A THOUSAND TIMES NO
UNTIL ALL THE NO’S BECOME MEANINGLESS.
ALL YOUR LIFE THEY WILL TELL YOU NO,
QUITE FIRMLY AND VERY QUICKLY. THEY WILL
TELL YOU NO. AND
wonderful Sponsors.
Join us at the Summer games
on March 3rd, at Coral
Springs High School. Pinion
will be serving lunch to the
athletes. It is a wonderful
day to experience and see
the friendly competition and
friendship shared on and off
the fields.
Pinion will be hosting our popular St. Patty social,
March 7 at Briny’s on the Riverfront. Eat and Drink
and feel Lucky!
Once again, thank you for supporting our wonderful
cause. I look forward to seeing you at the next Pinion
Event.
With warmth,
Debra
YOU WILL TELL THEM YES.
NIKE
Woman of The Year
I
read this advertisement and I was touched by the
power of its message...naturally, it brought my
thoughts to the individuals we support in Pinion.
Special Olympics provide free sports training for
individuals with intellectual disabilities...and the
program and its supporters never say NO. The program
encourages these wonderful athletes to compete and
succeed both on the field and off the field in school or
the workplace and in life. The athlete’s feel proud and
inspire others to join them in their efforts to bridge the
gaps of what they can achieve.
The years that I have been a part of Pinion, have
encouraged me to learn more about people and practice
better ways to treat people~ all people. I continue to
learn and hope to encourage others to do the same.
We are all different, and it is our differences that bring
us closer together. As we continue to support Special
Olympics Broward County and The Victory Living
Programs, our society is a better place because of our
efforts.
We ended 2011 with our signature Holiday Event
“Unwrap the Holidays” at the private residence of Jim
and Carol Stein. What a wonderful holiday evening!
Thank you to Vanessa, Jacki and Valerie and all of
the dedicated committees, Board of Directors and our
1000+ Club to Benefit Cancer, Inc.
Mirtha Toledo-Hackley
Pinion, Inc.'s honoree
April 4th, 2012
Harbor Beach Marriot
Field of Flowers
W
e are proud to announce that Field of
Flowers is offering Pinion members the
opportunity to take advantage of their Corporate
Discount program. This discount applies to deliveries
and in store purchases.
In order to qualify for the discount you must contact;
Linn Bak, Major Account Manager
954.680.2406 x516
[email protected]
www.fieldofflowers.com
You must mention Pinion to receive our 15% discount.
She will coordinate your delivery or in house pick up.
Unwrap the Holidays...
O
n Friday December 2nd, Pinion, Inc. held their
annual Holiday Event “Unwrap the Holidays”.
The chairs Vanessa Lopez-DeLalla, Silent Auction
Chair Jacki Liszak and Cuisine Chair Valerie Kowanetz
kicked off the season in style with this signature event! The
festive bash, held in the beautiful waterfront home of Jim
and Carol Stein, treated over 230 guests to an enchanted
holiday evening.
The gala started with Galaxy Productions entertaining
the guests with a 20 foot live Toy Soldier, and a crew of
holiday performers. The fabulous food was prepared by
The McFatter Culinary School, served by students and
donated by Alan Lieberman, FreshPoint. The libations
were flowing with bars which included a Mini Martini bar,
compliments of Steve and Debbie Day of Blue Martini.
Guests danced the night away to live music provided by
Tony Rao and the Topazz Band. Jon Paul Jewelers
was on hand to help fulfill the guest’s holiday wishes with
beautiful baubles and gems.
The successful silent auction raised more than $14,000
was filled with amazing gifts, from art work to fun gift
baskets, and a dinner for 12 in your private home, donated
by Capital Grille Fort Lauderdale. The evening ended
with a Holiday Raffle and two lucky winners taking home
an NCL Bahamas cruise, donated by NCL Cruise Lines
and $500 in Delta Airline tickets, compliments of Regency
Travel.
In the spirit of the holiday season, it is important to
remember that the real winners with Pinion are the athletes
of Broward County Special Olympics and residents of
Victory Living Programs. For 20 years, through successful
fundraising and the support of many faithful members
and friends, Pinion has raised over 2 million dollars since
1991...now that’s a number that says Happy Holidays to
all!
Unwrap the Holidays...
Unwrap the Holidays...
Membership
Become a PINION Member
Please take a moment to complete our Membership
Enrollment form and mail in with your check made
payable to Pinion, Inc.
If you have been a member in the past and have
not renewed, we welcome you back to support such an
important cause. $30 a year is a small price to support
the local athletes of the Special Olympics. The money
raised by Pinion, Inc. for the Special Olympics stays in
Broward County.
Help make a difference right here in our own
community.
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Pinion, Inc.
Barbara Corrao
2500 Weston Rd., Ste. 200 - Weston, FL 33331
954-683-8474 FAX: 954-385-7601
Pinion, Inc., an all volunteer 501(c)(3) charitable organization,
has raised money for the Special Olympics for over 19 years.
100% of our donations to Special Olympics provide these special
individuals with the opportunity to participate in the Special Olympics
Program.
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Membership Directory Updates
Please welcome our newest members!
Sandra Brown
3020 NE 32 Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
[email protected]
Katie Donahue
3351 SW 19 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
H: (954) 791-5581
Kenneth Farley
David Hagerman
3201 N. Course Lane #208
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
H: (954) 531-5144
Candace Ford
3021 NE 39 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
H: (954) 563-9001
Kathy Gillan
PO Box 22429
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33335
H: (305) 304-2245
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Linda & Henry Haller
2100 S. Ocean Lane #1511
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Linda Hughes
Jackson Tower, Las Olas
100 S. Birch Road #1104
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Ellen Kann
H: (954) 798-3340
4100 Carriage Drive #G2
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
[email protected]
Patrick O’Brien
4240 Galt Ocean Drive, #1801
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
H: (954) 439-0992
W: (954) 768-8221
[email protected]
George Pagoumian
H: (201) 906-4970
1700 S. Ocean Blvd Apt 12D
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302
Dawn Smith
H: (954) 560-9850
1919 SW 9 Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
[email protected]
Linda Stackhouse
2845 NE 9 Street #1001
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
H: (954) 564-6869
[email protected]
Carol & Jim Stein
2407 Laguna Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Malice Vandepol
FreshPoint
W: (954) 366-0406
2300 NW 19 Street
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
[email protected]
Leslie Wells Rambin
1317 SW 17 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
H: (954) 467-9707
W: (954) 562-9134
[email protected]
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Major Sponsors
Thank you to our wonderful sponsors.
We would not be successful without you.
Champion Sponsor
• Broward Health
Titanium Sponsors
• Roy F. Johns, Jr. Family Foundation
• The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
Platinum Sponsors
• Jane and Doug Eagon
• Birgit Fillingame
• FreshPoint
• Galaxy Productions Entertainment
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
• Koutoulas & Relis, LLC
• Kraeer/Becker Funeral Homes
– Pam and Steve Nowatka
• Ralph L. Rossi and June M. Rossi
Charitable Foundation, Inc.
• Tony Rao and The Topazz Band
Bronze Sponsors
• Laurie and Peter Beaulieu
• Ed and Teresa Bestoso
• Broad and Cassel
• John Brown and Sonja Mayo
• Christine and John Galvin
• Patricia Kearson
• George Kelly
• Jackie Liszak-May
• Quality Tree Care, Inc. – Tina and Carl Patregnani
• John and Nellie Bastien Memorial Foundation
• Regency Travel – Cindy Mielke
• Valerie and Charles Kowanetz
• Lee Sheffield
• Leo Goodwin Foundation, Inc.
• Arlette and Gary Spaniak
• David Kent Reisen and 67 Wine and Liquors
• Linda Rae and Tripper White
• Robert O. Law Foundation, Inc.
• Schmidt Family Foundation
Star Sponsors
• Wal-Mart Foundation
• Sylvia and Rex Andis
• William Spruance Trust
• Wendy and Tom Walters
Silver Sponsors
• Blue Martini – Debbie and Steve Day
• Anthony Electric Services - Tony Barrow
• Barbara Riggs Brown Foundation
• CARES Foundation - CBREE
• Marian and Bobby DeLoach
• Henry E. Haller, Jr. Foundation
• Holland Sheltair Aviation Group
– Lois and John Schmatz
A Special Thank You
to
Jim and Carol Stein
for
Graciously Hosting our
"Unwrap the Holidays"
event at their home.
Victory Living Programs
D
uring the holidays, Pinion went shopping for the
60 residents of The Victory Living Programs
and purchased gifts from their wish lists. This event is a
heartwarming experience for all to take part in the joy of
giving back.
Dave Meschi, Manager and the staff at Wal-Mart
(Atlantic and Powerline) gave Pinion a warm welcome on
our shopping day, making shopping easy and enjoyable. We
were joined by a great number of Board of Directors and
friends for the shopping: New member, Faith Gladding
and friends Cheryl Depretoro, and Nicole Linner who
joined in the shopping day-we thank you!
On Saturday December 10, Pinion hosted the Holiday
party at The Cokesbury Methodist church, home to the
VLP day programs. Santa Claus made a special trip to
deliver each resident with a gift bag. Anne Allen chaired
this wonderful event with a great committee: Janey, Lee,
Nancy, Mirtha, Pam, Jackie, Sandy, Marion, Wendy,
Debra, Vanessa, Valerie, Clio, Jacki and others.
A special thank you to The Kowanetz family for their
yearly support, cheer and Santa wish they make come true!
We are always happy when our Pinion events are shared
by friends and children of families --thank you to the
Linner, Gladding, Lisak-May and Lieberman families
for bringing their children to share in the holiday spirit!
Our friend Ron McCann and holiday staff of Capital
Grille Fort Lauderdale catered the holiday party and gave
us all a delicious and very special lunch to share with the
friends and families of The Victory Living Programs.
Thank you to Bobbi Wigand for coordinating the event
with Anne and Pinion.
Please join us next year for this great event!
Victory Living Event...
"Cheesburger in Paradise"
Saturday, March 10th • 6:00 PM
Fort Lauderdale Country Club
In Memory of...
Our sincere thoughts are extended
to our Pinion Board Members and
their families.
Steve and Pam Nowatka
on the loss of Steve's mother
Helen Humphreys
and
Leslie and Charles Fischer
on the loss of Leslie's mother
Marilyn Laskin
Calendar of Events
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Saturday, March 3rd..........Special Olympic Summer Games
Coral Springs High School
Wednesday, March 7th.....................St. Patrick's Day Social
Briny Riverfront
305 S. Andrews Ave • Fort Lauderdale
Saturday, March 10th..................... Victory Living Programs
"Cheeseburger in Paradise" Event
Ft. Lauderdale Country Club
6:00 PM
Pinion Inc.
It is the mission of Pinion, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3)
organization, to conduct charitable drives and social events
within our local community to raise funds for its chosen
recipient, Special Olympics. The Broward Special Olympics
program provides year round sports training and athletic
competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for individuals
eight years of age and older with mental handicaps, giving
them continuing opportunities to develope physical fitness,
demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a
sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other
Special Olympic athletes and the community.
For more information, please visit our website at www.
pinioninc.com.
Board of Directors 2011-2012
President................................................ Debra Lieberman
President Elect........................................... Alice M. Harry
V. P. Fund Development...............Vanessa Lopez-DeLalla
Marian McCray-DeLoach
V. P. Membership...................................Barbara Corrao*
V. P. Newsletter.......................................Janea Caldarone
V. P. Publicity................................................. Clio Cohade
Secretary.....................................Linda Spaulding White*
Treasurer.......................................................Sandy Clobus
Past President.............................Mirtha Toledo-Hackley*
Board of Directors
Anne Allen*
Sylvia Andis*
Nancy Block*
Jane Brand-Eagon*
Billie Sue Engel
Birgit Fillingame
Leslie Fischer
Christine Hurlock
Patricia Kearson
Valerie Kowanetz*
Jacki Liszak-May
Sonja Mayo
Pam Nowatka*
Valerie Peru
Lisa Scott-Founds
Lee Sheffield*
Arlette Spilotros-Spaniak
Wendy Walters*
Terry Witcher*
Advisory Council*
Lynda Amorello
Grace Antonello
Kim Bentley
Linda Eckert
Teresa Plotkin
PINION, INC.
1203 Oakmont
North Lauderdale, FL 33068
Visit our website today at
www.pinioninc.com
Celebrating Twenty One Years of Community Service!