Info & Insights Fundraising Newsletter Spring Providence Ministries for the Needy, Inc. 2014 Providence Ministries, PO Box 6269, Holyoke MA 01041 Phone: 413-536-9109 Fax: 413-536-1137 [email protected] - www.provministries.com S Broderick House SRO Kate’s Kitchen /foodWorks Loreto House Margaret’s Pantry St. Jude’s Clothing Mother Mary’s Used Furniture Store Holyoke Career Closet PMN Editors: Christine Burns and Mary Jane Dupont pring has sprung, and the feeling of hope and new beginnings is certainly in the air. Here at the Ministries we work hard to have our finger on the pulse of the community, to truly understand the changing needs of those whom we are called to serve. We are so blessed to have the support of the community, our donors, volunteers, individuals, churches and businesses alike. With your help and support we were able to put out 57,000 meals at Kate’s Kitchen this last past year. The men at Loreto House had a safe and warm roof over their heads along with the support they need to get on their feet long term. Thank you for giving us hope all year round – by doing so we can continue to make a difference in the lives of those who count on us every day. Grants Received • Charles H. Hall Foundation for $10,000 to support the Loreto House Program. • Community Development Block Grants for $14,000 each for Loreto House and Margaret’s Pantry. • Community Development Block Grant for $150,000 for Kate’s Kitchen renovations • $20,000 from the Beveridge Foundation for our capacity building efforts Page 2 Providence Ministries for the Needy, Inc. 2014 foodWorks Graduation Chef Ralph Webb is thrilled to announce the new foodWorks program has graduated its first official class! They have also passed the Serve Safe Handler’s exam and received certificates. Over the past ten weeks, these incredible people have been put through rigorous training. All came to us with obstacles but were able to overcome them and devote the time needed to study and graduate. Not only did they learn necessary kitchen skills, but had classes in career development and life skills. Their teamwork, attendance, and growth have proven the dedication they had toward achieving their goals! Rosa, Ricardo and Taylor are now ready and excited to join the workforce in the culinary field. We are very proud to have had the opportunity to teach such a diverse group of students. A formal graduation ceremony will take place in June. 2014 Annual Meeting Elaine Pluta was honored with the Sr. Agnes Broderick Justice and Peace Award at our Annual Meeting held on April 8th at the Delaney House in Holyoke. Other honorees included the Church of the Holy Trinity which received the Trustees Service Award and Peter Brunault, Esq, who received the Bob Grenier Leadership Award. We are very grateful for their dedication to the Ministries and the needy in our community. Providence Ministries is hosting the 2014 Summer Solstice 5K Run. The Run is a fundraiser to benefit two of Providence Ministries Projects, both Kate’s Kitchen and The Holyoke Career Closet. The Holyoke Career Closet provides interview appropriate clothing for individuals with a scheduled interview and has served over 100 clients in the last year. The 2014 Summer Solstice 5K Run will be held at Ashley Reservoir in Holyoke MA on June 21st with a 9 am start. For a registration form visit our website at: www.provministries.com or www.pmnsolsticerun.com – on facebook, Summer Solstice 5K Run. Providence Ministries for the Needy, Inc. 2014 Page 3 The Ministries participated in the Annual Postal Workers Food Drive that was held on Saturday May 10th. We garnered hundreds of pounds of food to help stock the shelves at both the pantry and the kitchen. We’d like to thank not only all of the letter carriers that helped to pick up the food so we can get it to those who need it the most, but also the community for their generosity. Last year alone we served more than 5,800 needy individuals via Margaret’s Pantry. SPECIAL GUEST @ Kate’s Kitchen State Senator Don Humason paid a visit to Kate’s Kitchen on March 5th. He visited with the staff, volunteers and foodWorks students. Thanks for stopping by Don, we hope you enjoyed the fish. PMN Annual Women’s Golf Tournament Get Tee’d Off! Please join us for our 18 Annual Women’s Golf Tournament on Monday June 30, 2014 at Wyckoff Country Club in Holyoke. This fun event will feature a continental breakfast, 18 holes of golf, a silent auction, buffet lunch with an ice cream sundae bar and more. We will also have our Smoothie Guy (Marvin) making custom concoctions on the turn and of course all golfers get goody bags. The cost is $100 per golfer and we are hopeful that Mother Nature will be on our side and provide us with a beautiful day. Registration forms are available at Marcotte Ford on Main Street or at the Cottage on Northampton Street both in Holyoke. You can also register your foursome by calling us at (413) 536-9109 X 11,or go to our website www.provministries.com/news to download a registration form. th Co-ed Golf Tournament The 4th Annual Mixed Golf Tournament to benefit PMN and hosted by the Koher Family will be held on Sunday July 20th @ 12 pm at East Mountain Country Club in Westfield. The cost is $65 per golfer. The price includes greens fee, cart, gift bag and dinner. You can come for dinner for only $20. The event will feature goody bags for all golfers and a silent auction. Registration forms are available by calling PMN at 413-536-9109 or by going to our website www.provministries.com/news. This one is for guys and gals so get your group together and register soon. NONNON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION US POSTAGE PAID HOLYOKE, MA PERMIT NO. 141 P.M.N. P.O. BOX 6269 HOLYOKE, MA 01041 Thought for the Day “When will our consciences grow so tender that we will act to prevent human misery rather than avenge it?” - Eleanor Roosevelt KATE’S KITCHEN MARGARET’S PANTRY Fresh Garlic, Onion Powder, Black Pepper, Paprika, Adobo, Sazon, Sufrito, Sugar, White Vinegar, Potato Peelers Thanks to all who made donations through the Postal Food Drive held Saturday, May 10th. Margaret’s Pantry is in good shape for the time being. Thank You ! LORETO HOUSE Shower Stall Liners - 54 x 78 Fitted Twin Sheets Twin Comforters Bath Towels PMN WISH LIST 2014 GENERAL NEEDS Murphy’s Oil Soap Fabuloso Floor Cleaner Spray Bottles, Sponges Scrubbing Bubbles, Lawn Mower, and Weed Wacker. Thank you to all who donate to the Ministries. We couldn’t do it without YOU!
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