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
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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
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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!