Spring/Summer 2019 SUNpoCteOntiM al SUNCOM INDUSTRIES • INC Helping People Reach Their Potential Northumberland, Pennsylvania SUN LLiigghhttss #15 Scored Big!! uncom’s Annual Dirk Sojka Slam Dunk with Bison Basketball hit number 15! January 12, 2019 marked the day as the 15th annual Slam Dunk. SWhat a day – what a game! Our sponsors, donors and the community were the stars helping Suncom win. Our corporate sponsors: Geisinger, Weis, WQKX FORE! 94.1 FM, Bucknell Athletics and the Degenstein Foundation were there when it all began in 2004. Each year they have made the commitment, knowing their 32nd Annual support plays a key role in helping Blair Judy Classic Suncom. Gary, Sandy and Lisa Sojka work tirelessly and with heartfelt Golf Tournament passion to make the day possible. The JUNE 17, 2019 Bucknell Bison came to play and won, too. Before the game, the team and Frosty Valley Country Club Suncom participants get to have some Sign up today: suncom.org fun. The interaction and team spirit experienced at Sojka Pavilion is just awesome with basketballs being shot FAMILY everywhere, 3-point shots made, cheers, high fives, photos and players’ autographs. Everyone feels like a winner. The Dirk Sojka Slam Dunk with Bison Basketball has become a community event, a happening, a unity of difference that impacts so many people. Yes, # 15 Scored Big with the Bison winning the game in overtime, with funds raised for Suncom help people reach their potential and with the moments experienced and with memories made that day. It was a day for the KNOEBELS record books! Pavilion Q Sat., September 7 Bunny Buckets Fun, Food & Friends! The ATW held its 4th Annual Bunny Drive to help local children celebrate Easter and Spring. At Suncom sites – both staff and individuals, in addition to the community donations, helped make 45 bunny buckets. Bunny Buckets were given to Transitions, Haven Ministry, The 16th Annual Salvation Army Sunbury and the Gatehouse. We were ‘hoppy’ to make Slam Dunk with the deliveries. Thanks to everyone who Bison Basketball helped. Mary (left) gives staff from Transitions a Bunny Basket. January 2020 A Message From What a Job! pproximately 200 staff are employed at Suncom to help people reach Peggy Vitale their potential in the community. Through support, training and Aopportunities, individuals enrolled in services can experience personal growth, a sense of belonging, their SUNCOM BOARD uniqueness valued, and a meaningful life. Peggy A. Vitale Each person has a story, has needs to be Chief Executive Officer met, dreams and hopes for the future. Our OFFICERS staff have the job of getting to know each Dennis Curtin person’s story, understand their needs, help Chairperson Alfred M. Reeves develop and have their dreams realized in Vice Chairperson the future. This is important work. Staff Marty Gates Secretary jobs are tough, with demands such as Eric McDowell complying with regulations, completing Bri and Bryan Treasurer paperwork, fulfilling training requirements and meeting coverage needs.
Board Members Traditionally the role of Direct Service Larry Eckstine Worker at a non-profit is a high turnover Brenda Finucane position, with lower pay and great Fred Hoffman, Jr. Jeff Leitzel responsibility. This is true at Suncom as Walter Zilz well. Managers are always looking for that staff person who will be able to join our Advisory Members Graham Showalter, Esq. team. With lower unemployment rates, Sandy Sojka finding that qualified staff is difficult. But Richard Grafmyre Keil and Brittany Linda Newton every day we can witness What a Job our staff does - helping someone find community employment, learn work skills, Of Counsel: develop daily living skills, engage in Graham Showalter 36 South Third St., P.O. Box 553 community service projects and volunteer Lewisburg, PA 17837 sites. The relationship that develops is one of support and care to help people reach their Sunlights Coordinator Kelly J. Magnuson potential and is remarkable. It is a job like no other. We are thankful to our staff for the job they do. www.suncom.org Tom and Tony
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Adjacent to 1000 S. Market St. in Bloomsburg • Mon-Fri 8am to 4pm 570.387.8719 Sunlights 2 Dreams Become Reality Kiel’s dream of finding a job where he can greet people is now a reality! His marvelous personality, kind heart, and superior social skills made it happen. Kiel greets shoppers with a big smile and offers them a delicious pretzel sample which he takes pride in preparing behind the counter. Kiel also helps keep the lobby clean by wiping down the tables. Next time you’re shopping at the Susquehanna Valley Mall, be sure to stop by Auntie Anne’s and Cinnabon to say hello to Kiel.
Celebrating You...Lewis S. of Shamokin Coal Twp. Adult Training Facility —Suncom As a community service project, Lewis likes to makes a special organic peanut butter spent grain dog biscuit for the puppies and dogs of his surrounding communities. These unique treats get delivered to local rescues such as the Animal Resource Center and the ASPCA. He enjoys making everyone smile, especially the animals. When Lewis is not making dog biscuits, Celebrating 40 years of service at Knoebels! you can find him out and about in the Anthracite Congratulations, Roger Dietz! region where he is well known. He is always there Join us on September 7th at Knoebels! to say hi, greet a familiar face, and he never forgets your name. Lewis enjoys puzzle books, playing games with In Memory of friends and making and sharing his craft items Clytie Markle Gerald Shemory with friends. Lewis says, “if you see me out in the Gloria Gobora community say hi. I bet I’ll remember you!” Joseph Youshock - Former CEO Lewis ~ You’re Awesome! We are saddened by the loss of these friends.
Dedication Donation is a thoughtful way to recognize the achievement of a friend, child or loved one. A donation is made to Suncom to commemorate someone’s birthday, anniversary or other occasion as a way to create a fitting memorial to the life of a family member or friend. Special Thanks to families who have designated Suncom for contributions for their loved ones.
In Memory of In Honor of Cindy Smith – JOHN KLINGER Edna Styer – DONALD STYER Glenn & Judith Bieber – TRACY BEIBER Harry & Karen Lesher – DOUG ACKERSON Ruth Styer – DONALD STYER Henry & Catherine Hughes – LISA HUGHES Donald Trimble – KAREN TRIMBLE C. Richard & Suellen Adams – SCOTT ADAMS Patty Snook – BOBBY SNOOK Dana Manoogian – MICHAEL MANOOGIAN Catherine Kolos – LARRY SCHWENNINGER
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Mission Statement: Suncom Industries is a non-profit human service agency. Our mission is to promote socialization and provide vocational assessment, training and employment opportunities to enable persons with disabilities to fulfill their greatest potential within the community.
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Slam Dunk Level: Bonus Shot: Jay & Marsha Lemons $5,000.00 & Above $500.00 - $999.99 Stephen Lindenmuth Bucknell Athletic Bingaman & Sons Lumber John & Sue Mathias Eric & Bonnie McDowell Department (In-Kind) Bucknell Dining Service (In-Kind) Randi McGinnis Geisinger Caldwell Banker/Penn One Real Estate Peter McNamara Kenneth & Elaine Langone Fulton Financial Ted & Diane Meixell Paul & Pris Davis Jackie Paul & Al Bothe Ruth & Mickey Melberger Degenstein Foundation MePush Gary, Sandy & Lisa Sojka Fred & Joan Miller Weis Markets Assists: Charles & Debra North Gayle Pollock WQKX Radio: Sunbury $1.00 - $499.99 Bonnie Poteet Broadcasting (In-Kind) Ruth Anderson & Bill Payne Norm & Phyllis Rich Animal Care Center Bernadine Richard Fast Break Level: Thomas, Monica, & Katie Balz Scott & Courtney Rosevear Linda & Phillip Barkdoll $2,500.00 - $4,999.99 Don Rosini Alan & Martha Barrick Marvin & Raven Rudnitsky Chip Adams Sewer & Drain 3-Pointer Level: Larry & Nancy Shinn James Clark Graham & Ronda Showalter $1,000 - $2,499.99 John & Katie Dawes Robyn Snyder James & Patricia Apple Dottie Douglas Ralph & Peggy Starkey Beyond Human Capital Solutions Susan Fetterman Edna Styer Samuel & Nancy Craig Brenda Finucane Rick & Cheryl Thompson Dick & Donna Grafmyre Nancy Rizzo Dennis & Mary Kay Torretti Dede & Bob Gronlund Chuck & Lynn Wunz Sports Zone Amanda Kessler & Drew Meisner Sunbury Motors Joe & Judy Kleinbauer
Our Special Thanks to our “Teammates”: Bucknell University Men’s & Women’s Basketball Teams, Cheerleaders, & Mascot, Bucky Bison
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