2007/2008 Annual Report
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It has been my distinct pleasure to help meet the human service needs of our area by serving as a Community Chest allocations volunteer and Member Agencies & Organizations then a board member over the past eight years. Although there have been many exciting and impressive changes at the Chest during this time, the ELDER SERVICES practice of raising and distributing funds for residents in need remains Carlisle Council on Aging Community Outreach Coordinator Concord Public Schools Assistance to senior citizens and their families and Referral and related services for families and Comprehensive counseling and mentoring provided to the heart and soul of the organization. I am so pleased to let you know friends with aging issues. individuals in need throughout Concord and Carlisle. students for learning and living healthy lifestyles through that, during the 2007 – 2008 campaign year, we were able to distribute Health Intervention and Prevention Counselor, Teen over a half million dollars to non-profit agencies and programs that serve Concord Council on Aging Concord Housing Authority Buddy Program and COMPASS Program. Services for older citizens supported by Community Activities coordinator for residents of Peter Bulkeley our community. Chest-funded volunteer coordinator. Terrace. Mass211, Inc. State-wide initiative to provide universal 2-1-1 telephone Cooperative Elder Services Domestic Violence Services number for locating social services and volunteer We also received our first significant donor gifts for the Chest’s new field Adult day health and social day care for frail elders of Central Middlesex opportunities. of interest funds, which were established in 2007 to target specific areas and disabled adults, nursing care, therapeutic recreation, Works with local police departments to ensure effective and counseling services. and compassionate response to incidents Legal Aid & Scholarships of support both within and outside of our traditional human service lens. of domestic violence. Boys Scouts of America, We are most grateful to three generous community members who helped Friends in Service Helping (FISH) Boston Minuteman Council us launch this new endeavor by making significant contributions to Volunteer transportation for the elderly and others Gaining Ground Troop and individual activities for character development in need. Organically raised produce distributed to local food and citizenship training. …during the educational scholarships, camp scholarships and to the environment. pantries and shelters. Educational programs and Minuteman Senior Services volunteer opportunities. Carlisle Kids’ House Information and referral, care management, nursing After school care for elementary school children. Tuition It was a busy year in the fundraising area as well for the staff and board 2007 – 2008 home screening, Alzheimer’s services, respite care, Household Goods Recycling Ministry assistance available. as we hosted an online auction and live gala event, and a triathlon meals-on-wheels. Recycled household goods distributed to needy relay race. Both events were a lot of fun, raised additional funds for individuals and families in surrounding communities. Carlisle Recreation Scholarships Mental Health Scholarship assistance for summer recreation activities. campaign year, our campaign and special funds and involved hundreds of volunteers & Physical Disabilities Open Table and participants. We are fortunate to have so many Community Chest Eliot Community Human Services Addressing issues of hunger and isolation through Concord Area Preschool Association Comprehensive outpatient mental health clinic and weekly family-style meals and food pantry. Scholarship assistance for at risk children to attend local supporters who give so much of themselves for the common good. My we were able to counseling services. preschools. deepest thanks to each of you. Education & Programs Friday Night Fun Club for Children & Adults Concord Children’s Center Providing an opportunity for social interaction for area Center for Parents and Teachers Year-round early childhood care and education for infants distribute over a Although my tenure on the board is now complete, the Chest will always special needs adults. Educational programs for parents and teachers from through after-school kindergarten programs. hold special significance for me because it enabled me to learn about and early childhood through high school. Minute Man Arc for Human Services Concord Recreation Summer Camp assist so many well-deserving organizations. If you have ever considered half million dollars Community residences, recreation, employment, Community Youth Alliance Scholarship assistance for children to attend summer volunteering at the local level, the Community Chest is a great place to vocational training for people with developmental A community resource promoting the health and well- day camp. disabilities. Early intervention services for 0-3 year olds. being of young people and their families. begin. Your support – both financially and through volunteerism – will Girl Scouts, Patriots’ Trail Council to non-profit agencies be truly appreciated by the entire community. Restoration Project Concord-Carlisle Adult Troop and individual activities to build self-esteem and Transitional employment and counseling to & Community Education self-reliance. psychiatrically disabled adults, facilitating their re-entry Courses dedicated to life-long learning for all. Best regards, into the community. Scholarships available. South Middlesex Legal Services and programs that Free, civil legal assistance to the poor, elderly, Food, Health & Safety Concord Family and Youth Services disabled and others traditionally denied access to Amy Jane Newell American Red Cross –Metrowest Prevention and intervention programs through First the justice system. serve our community. President Area disaster relief and emergency preparedness, health Connections and Healthy Families. care and safety education programs. Concord Fire Department Communities for Restorative Justice S.A.F.E. Program works with public school system to An alternative to the traditional judicial system that educate students about fire safety. involves youthful victims, offenders, and members of the community.
Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org Officers 2007 – 2008 Amy Jane Newell, President Funding by Primary Need Beth Knauss, Co-vice President John R. Hickling, Co-vice President Elder Services Janet Rhodes Friedman, Treasurer Linda L. Escobedo, Clerk Legal Aid & 13% Education for Children Scholarships & Adults 17% Board Members 17% Robert Asher Patty Popov Penny Austen Edward Prewitt Mark Bamford Dale Ryder Gigi Cowan-Bondick* Alys Scott 28% 25% Nicole Kelly Ann Sgarzi* Valerie Kolligian Thayer Betsy Veidenheimer* Mental & Physical Food, Health & Safety Barrett LaMothe Ladd Adam D. Winstanley Disabilities Sarah B. Newton Martha Gilpatrick Wolf* Wayne F. Patenaude* James J. Zimmerman
*New Board Members as of June 12, 2008 Funding by Life Stage Community Chest Challenges All Middle to High School Staff Adult-2% Elementary School Astrid Williams, Executive Director Senior 60+ Stephanie Parish, Associate Director 7% 6% Birth to Preschool he Community Chest annual Other winning teams included: Presenting Sponsors Debbie Andreson, Administrator 8% 13% Cynthia Wood, Bookkeeper triathlon on June 1st was a fun • Fastest women’s team – Ms. Quitos Cambridge Savings Design & Photography Trelay race involving 32 teams • Fastest men’s team – Mosquitos Charitable Foundation Harley Freedman from Concord, Carlisle and Maynard. • Fastest mixed team – Concord Outfitters Comcast 63% Everyone pitched in this year to make • Fastest youth team – Mosquito Magnets Concord Hillside Medical Associates Overseers Family / All Ages Barbara Anthony Barrie King the FUNdraiser a great success as it • Fastest corporate team – SolidWorks Middlesex Savings Bank Bob Armstrong Paul Kugler Demi Ayres Carrie Leggett was a logistical challenge in many ways. Competitive SolidWorks Corporation Elizabeth Berk Bert Lesneski With the closing of Flint’s Bridge on • Fastest agency – Gaining Ground The Thoreau Club, Peter Blum Karen Long Revenue Elaine Bonoma Fred Lovejoy Monument Street just two weeks prior Camp & Outdoor Center Ellen Campbell Andy Mahoney Household Contributions $579,201 to the June 1st event and the National The Community Chest would like to thank Jon Cappetta David Murphree Business Contributions $41,000 Dan Cassidy Rodger Nordblom Park Service discouraging race spectators Tom Beardsley, historic site manager at Sustaining Sponsors Jack Clymer Ned Perry Workplace Giving $16,949 from using the North Bridge, the route the Old Manse, for granting full use of the Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Luanne Cordeau Faith Pulis (United Way/Combined Federal Appeal) Jane Coutre George Reichenbach was modified and participants had to beautiful grounds and boat dock of this Blue Dry Goods Dick Davis Patti Satterthwaite Total Campaign Revenue $637,150 Laurie Diercks Currier Smith plan new winning strategies. However, historic property for the race as well as Boston Private Bank John Ehlers Sharon Spaulding Special Event Revenue (net) $69,127 Jean Ford Webb John Spring Total Revenue $706,277 the weather cooperated and the relay race photographer Jim Coutre who took dozens Cambridge Trust Company Elizabeth Holmes Lee Storrs went off without a hitch, resulting in of Challenge photos (available at www. Fritz & Gigi Barbara Howland Kate McCandless Tomkinson Mary Hult Dyan Urban Allocations to Agencies $517,173 all teams crossing the finishing line and coutrephoto.com). Thanks also go out to all Mary Johnson Special Cornerstone Allocations $6,800 contributing financially to human services the participants, volunteers and sponsors GIFT IN KIND Sponsors Allocations Committee Special Allocations $7,652 in Concord, Carlisle and Maynard. who made the event a success. Costa Donuts Inc. Allison Aley Connie Noble Robert Asher Wendy Page Program Management $21,491 The Old Manse-A Property of Penny Austen Wayne F. Patenaude More than $26,000 was raised for local The Trustees of Reservations Gigi Cowan-Bondick Maura Perkins Total Allocations $553,116 Johanna Boynton Edward Prewitt need through the efforts of more than Pedal Power Bike & Ski Dinah Buechner-Vischer Laura Purutyan Sally Ann Food Shop Jim Davidian Mark Russell Prior Gifts to Field of Interest Funds $57,000 200 race participants and volunteers. June Grace Bridget Saltonstall The golden paddle top prize, awarded for South Bridge Boat House Amanda Hickman Alys Scott Sally Hughes Ann Sgarzi Community Chest Expenses raising over $6,000, was presented to Dan Jacques Barbara Southcote Fundraising $51,713 the Miracles team – for the second year Lori Jimenez Philip vanderWilden Christine Kielar Betsy Veidenheimer Administration $52,822 in a row! Julia Krapf Adam D. Winstanley Jen Lannan Martha Kilpatrick Wolf Total Expense $104,535 Sandy Nash F i n a n c i a l S u m m a r y 2008 James J. Zimmerman Note: These figures are unaudited. For a copy of our audited financial statement, please contact the Community Chest office.
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here’s nothing retiring about advice or information given during senior luncheon which will be served to low income families. All seniors and seniors in Concord and Carlisle. the visit. The Safe Meds at Home by Carlisle volunteers at local churches caregivers have equal access to important TWith so many new programs program dispatches trained volunteers and will enable seniors to enjoy eating resources across Massachusetts through and services cropping up in the area, to help seniors organize medication, freshly prepared food and visiting with our agency.” seniors looking to stay busy, healthy and a service that is not available in most friends while listening to educational involved can choose from a growing list Massachusetts towns. programs. Additional new programs While Minuteman Senior Services of activities and resources. And with include a Pre-retirement Information focuses on helping seniors age in their financial assistance from the Community We are very fortunate series for residents aged 45-60 and the own homes and communities and Chest, local agencies and volunteers work “ Healthy Woman series. “Seniors seem to supporting caregivers in their challenging hard to identify and meet the needs of this that (the Chest) believes really like social, cultural, and health and roles, the COAs are more oriented toward fast growing population so that seniors do local community agency fitness programs that they can receive programs and outreach services. But not have to travel far for services. right here in Carlisle,” said Kathy Mull, these critical agencies always work in funding is a valuable tool Carlisle COA executive director. tandem to ensure seniors are safe and The Concord Council on Aging’s new in reaching out directly to healthy by sharing information via Outreach Counselor, whose position the community members. If seniors need services that are not phone calls and quarterly meetings. The is partially funded by the Community ” available where they live, they need Community Chest is proud to provide Chest, enjoys visiting local seniors who Kathy Mull, Director, Carlisle Council on Aging only look at the state level for additional annual financial support to these may be suffering from self-neglect, programs such as free Information and local agencies (as well as Cooperative dementia or illness. “The best part of my There is also a large increase in services Referral, Meals-on-Wheels, Healthy Elder Services and FISH) that offer job is meeting seniors in their homes and for seniors in Carlisle – the third fastest Aging tips and information for seniors, senior services. Through these caring making them aware of services,” said growing elder population (by percentage) SHINE Health Benefits Counseling, organizations, seniors can enjoy a Eileen Ralske, Concord COA outreach in the state. With 17 percent of Carlisle and an abundance of critical Home flourishing set of activities, programs and counselor. “I feel I’m contributing residents over sixty, it is challenging to Care and Caregiver Support Services events right in their local communities. somehow to the quality of their lives.” find meeting space for programs, but and Resources. Joan Butler, executive The Concord COA has also launched the the Carlisle COA is creative. Beginning director of Minuteman Senior Services, Concord on Call program that matches in September, the Carlisle COA and wants seniors to know that “it is a seniors with volunteers for doctor visits. Minuteman Senior Services are myth that services are only available The volunteers provide transportation partnering to offer a Congregate Meals and help in remembering any medical
Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org The Concord-Carlisle Community Chest gratefully acknowledges the following donors and sponsors whose generosity enables us to support and financially empower more than 35 human service organizations and programs.
Thank you for your ongoing generosity!
2008 Individual Donors
Day of Giving Celebrates Agencies Major Gifts Help Launch New Funds
n June 12, 2008 at the Concord The Community Chest was pleased to receive three Town House, the Concord- substantial donations this year for the newly created Field OCarlisle Community Chest of Interest funds – two for local scholarships and one for awarded $517,000 to 35 human service the environment. These generous donors were interested programs from the 2007-2008 annual in going beyond the Chest’s annual fund to help support campaign season. The morning included other areas of need. introductions by the president of the board and the election of five new Chest The initial contributions have helped launch a new board members and four new overseers. and important way to give back to the community. For TO RESPECT THE PRIVACY OF OUR DONORS WE HAVE Award letters were then handed out by example, scholarships were given to children from the allocation team captains to each agency Boston Metco program to attend summer camp at Concord REMOVED THEIR NAMES FROM THIS PAGE. recipient. For a complete listing of all Recreation. Additionally, children who were unable to agencies and programs please visit the afford Concord Youth Theatre’s programs were granted Community Chest website at scholarships. And new sneakers were purchased for www.communitychest.org. families in need.
Photo: Chest board member and With a minimum donation of $10,000, contributions that allocations chair Adam Winstanley with target scholarships, elderly, youth, arts, the environment Ellen Weisstein, Executive Director of and other areas of donor interest, are put to good use over First Connections. the course of three years. Field of Interest funds are donor driven but administered by an advisory group and the Chest board is ultimately responsible for making grants. An annual fee of 1.5% is applied to each fund, consistent with other community foundation fees.
Photo: Concord Recreation staff with campers.
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Without your generous donation, my Through your patronage of the First “ “ daughter would not be able to at- Connections Resource Guide, you tend summer school. As a working have connected young families with single parent, I could not afford even their communities and given them the deposit for her to attend Concord an essential means to connect.” Ellen Miller Weisstein, Recreation’s Summer Program.” Director, First Connections Mother of scholarship recipient
TO RESPECT THE PRIVACY OF OUR DONORS WE HAVE REMOVED THEIR NAMES FROM THIS PAGE.
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“Your financial support enables us to fulfill our mission, which is to help “Your steadfast support plays a vital role elders remain in their own homes, in helping us to meet the ever-changing safe, comfortable and independent needs of Concord families supporting for as long as they are able.” individuals of all ages with development Joan Butler, disabilities and is deeply appreciated. Executive Director, Minuteman Senior Services ” Rosalie A. Edes, Former President, Minute Man Arc for Human Services
2008 Matching 2008 Individual TO RESPECT THE PRIVACY OF OUR DONORS WE HAVE Gift Companies Gifts in Kind Adobe Systems Incorproated Gordon and Jean Bell REMOVED THEIR NAMES FROM THIS PAGE. Matching Gift Program Elizabeth T. Berk Amica Companies Foundation Jon Cappetta Bank of America Matching Gifts Program Harley Freedman Covidien Megan Gadd Houghton Mifflin Matching Gift Program John Hickling IBM Corporation Nicole Kelly Insight Experience Beth Knauss John Hancock Matching Gift Center Kate McCandless Tomkinson JPMorgan Chase Foundation, Andy Mahoney Matching Gifts Program Amy J. Newell Microsoft Corporation Patti Satterthwaite Millipore Corporation Nokia Matching Employee Gifts Program Numerous holiday gift donors at the NStar Foundation Concord Chamber of Commerce Open Oracle Matching Gifts Program House Tree Lighting SPX Foundation Matching Gift Program
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very two years, the Community Chest hosts a festive Presenting Sponsors ABC Music Together Dave Platt DeCordova Museum and Aliisa Gray Alan Kennedy auction evening where friends and neighbors gather to Cambridge Savings Charitable Foundation Adult and Pediatric Dermatology Angelo and Lillian DeBenedictis Sculpture Park Bill Griffin Aly Kennedy Concord Hillside Medical Associates Adviser Investment Management Marshal and Sherry Cabot Al Dentino Susan M. Halby Elizabeth Kennedy Allison and Gordon Aley Tom and Nancy Caldwell Bryon and Cynthia Deysher Vaughn and Heidi Harring Carol Kerr socialize, dine and bid on many extraordinary items Lyon-Waugh Auto Group E Julia Anastos CambridgeWear Tim and Maureen Dibble Jill Harrison Janice Kilburn and services. This year, an online auction of more than 100 Middlesex Savings Bank Anderson Photo Detective Scott Camilleri Bill and Laurie Diercks Jennifer Hart Betty Ann Killian and items was added to the fun so that more people could participate The Thoreau Club, Camp Thoreau & Thoreau Center Ben and Vanessa Anderson Jeff and Ellen Campbell Dr. and Mrs. Seymour DiMare Hartney Greymont The Doncaster/Elana Collection Marilyn Anderson Capital Retirement Strategies, Inc. The Discovery Museums, Acton Scott and Elizabeth Harvey Margot Kimball for three weeks prior to the gala event. Sustaining Sponsors Reed and Barbara Anthony Andrew and Lisa Carey Mr. and Mrs. John W. Donahoe, Jr. James and Shelley Hawks Michelle Kinberg Susan Armstrong Carlson GMAC Real Estate Marshall and Betsy Dorr Gardner and Michelle Heaton Philip and Sue Kingman Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Artinian Jewelers The Carlisle Hip Replacements David and Jennifer Eaton Gregory and Michelle Kinsman Most of the auction items – online, silent or live - were Boston Private Bank & Trust Company Mr. and Mrs. Robert Asher Jack and Amy Carlton Mr. and Mrs. David L. Eaton Braver, P.C. Christopher and Salvatore Caruso and Chris Economos generously donated by residents and local businesses, helping to Breckinridge Capital Advisors, Inc. Penny Austen (Event Chair) Stephanie Cloutier EllaBelle Creations make the event a financial success. There were exotic vacations, Cambridge Trust Company Carole-Ann Baer Christine Cater Emerson Umbrella Jeffrey Backerman and Kenneth F. Casey Linda Escobedo Cassidy Retirement Group fine art by local artists, prime sports and entertainment tickets, Beverly Berman-Backerman Mr. Gordon E. Chartier and Richard Fahlander Concord Bookshop Emma Bailey Ms. Nancy Herriott Thomas Farb and Stacy Valhouli spa treatments and many unique house and garden services. Concord Oil Company James Bailey and Alexandra Callen The Cheese Shop Fern’s Fritz & Gigi Bonnie Baker Photography Chief Ken Willette Pat Fernandez, H. Ivan Orup, Jr., D.M.D. Mark Bamford Ms. Megan Christopher Principal, Willard School The April 1st gala evening had a “Wheel of Philanthropy” Michael and Donna Barach Mr. and Mrs. David J. Chwalek Tom and Kristen First Hayes Pump, Inc. theme complete with a game-show style spinning wheel where Bob and Katie Barbarisi Mr. and Mrs. Andrew D. Clarke Fitness Together Lacoste Gallery Mr. and Mrs. William W. Barber, III Mark and Theresa Cohen 5 Wits Boston prizes were won. Participants enjoyed cocktails and hors McWalter Volunteer Insurance Agency, Inc. Dev and Sue Barron Robert Colantuono, Kevin Foley and Leah Flanigan d’oeuvres while bidding on dozens of silent auction items. NorthBridge Insurance Agency, Inc. Bill and Susanna Barton Principal, Thoreau School Tom Foote, Rhythm Kids Seamans Capital Management John and Janice Battle Colonial Gardens Jean Ford Webb Beede Center Concord Bookshop James Fradette and Cindy Collen Ultimately, a four-course dinner was served and the live auction Sorrento’s Dennis and Elizabeth Berk Concord Conservatory of Music Frame-ables got underway with auctioneer Douglas Stinson at the wheel. By Spaulding Management Corporation Adam and Katherine Berger Concord Hillside Medical Associates Frank Maurer Company, Inc. Harry and Amy Hedison the end of the evening, more than $130,000 was raised for the Verrill Farm Wayne and Suzanne Berger Concord Museum Jeffrey and Courtney Fraser Heritage Platform Tennis Club West Concord Five and Ten Betty Ann Killian and Concord Oil Company French Lessons Boutique John R. Hickling and Paula Hobson Patrick and Julie Kleyn Chest’s Millennium fund and new field of interest funds. The Doncaster/Elana Collection Concord Outfitters Dan and Janet Friedman Mark and Janine Hill Joan and Bob Kocak Christal Bjork Concord Recreation Department Fritz and Gigi’s, Richard and Amy Hoey Paul R. Kugler Gift-in-Kind Sponsors Jeff and Marty Blue Concord Toy Shop The Children’s Shop Dan and Beth Holmes Lacoste Gallery Bonnie Baker Photography Blue Tulip Tony and Nancy Confrey Gaining Ground Greg and Meg Howes David and Jenn Munn Budget Printing of Concord Peter Blum Dick and AnnMarie Connolly Mr. and Mrs. Mark E. Garvey Bob and Anne Hrabchak John Muresianu and Carl W. Stinson Appraisers & Auctioneers Greg and Gigi Bondick Tony and Maria Consoli Gervais Dance Studio Thomas Hudner and Jennifer Preuss Patti Satterthwaite Carlson GMAC Real Estate Court Booth Dan and Luanne Cordeau Brian and Mary Gilbert Joel and Sally Hughes Nashoba Brook Bakery Bovey Steers Design Group Mr. and Mrs. John C. Cratsley Charles and Pamela Gildehaus Tim and Mary Hult Mark and Susan Nemec Megan Gadd Greg Bowe Curves for Women, Concord Mr. and Mrs. Daren K. Gill Peter Hunt and Diane Reed Phillip and Amy Newell Long’s Jewelers Les and Carol Bowen Jim Fradette and Cindy Cullen Ian and Jennifer Gillespie Indian Hill Music, New England Cable News Normandy Real Estate Partners John and Johanna Boynton James A. Cuoco and Lisa J. Sellers Faith Pulis The Orchestra of Indian Hill Andy Newman Priscilla Candy Shop Mr. and Mrs. Everett K. Bramhall Bobby and Kate Currie Michael and Alexandra Glazier The International Jeff and Sarah Newton West Concord Liquors Breckinridge Capital Advisors Bill and Linn Currie Adrian Gonzalez James V. Tabner, Counsellor at Law Normandy Real Estate Partners Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Briggs, Jr. Dalya’s Ms. Madeleine Goodrich JMJ Dance Studio NorthBridge Insurance Agency, Inc. Betty Brown Dance this Way Doris Kearns Goodwin and Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Jeans J.K. Nicholas and Virginia Shannon Auction photos by: Bonnie Baker Photography James and Susan Bumpus Jim and Laura Davidian Richard Goodwin Kate Dickey, Owner, Katydids’ Artisan North Shore Music Theatre David and Renee Burns Mr. and Mrs. Frank P. Davidson Michael and Alexandra Glazier Jewelry Nick and Ann Noyes Dennis and Kimberly Burns Angelo and Lillian DeBenedictis Carolyn and Douglas Gouchoe Kevin and Nicole Kelly continued on page 16 14 15
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Greg and Barrett Ladd Kate Merrill, WBZ-TV Peter and Karen Parker Summer Center, Nashoba Brooks School Bob Lawson Scott and Diana Metro Wayne and Kimberly Patenaude Summer Fenn Sarah and Kenneth Lazarus Christian and Polly Meyer Chris Patti Catherine Svrcek Leap School Summer Fun, Middlesex Savings Bank Dick and Andrea Patton Talia Don Jewelry/Nancy Malis Robin Shapiro Middlesex School Pedal Power and Ski Herb and Sarah Taylor Eve Lee Mike Symonds/Mr. Handyman Bill and Maura Perkins Hilary Taylor Edward Lesser and Emily Bliss of Central Middlesex Richard and Alden Perkins Teamworks Ben and Lizzie Lewis Jeff Moore and Barbara Southcote Becca Perry Harvey Thayer and Thomas and Joan Litle Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth G. Moore Ned Perry and Cynthia Wood Valerie Kolligian Thayer James and Bar Littlefield John Morrissey Pierre Chiha Photography The Thoreau Club, Camp Thoreau Jon and Kristin Piper and Thoreau Center Ruth Piper Kathy and George Ticknor We hope that our new Dave Platt Fred and Joan Tilton Healthy Business Partnerships “ Christopher and Patty Popov Rick and Kate McCandless Tomkinson Powers Gallery Town of Concord Council on Aging initiative with the Ed and April Prewitt Tremont 647/Sister Sorel Priscilla Candy Shop Trevor Shaw Gleason Public Library Carolyn Prohovich Tom and Ann Trudeau ocal businesses play a vital role in supporting local 2008 Business Donors Faith Pulis Geoffrey and Ramsay Trussell need when they donate to human services through (and funding from the Stu and Anne Randle The Trustees of Reservations, Presenting Sponsor–2 Events Contributor Mr. and Mrs. Thomas D. Rarich The Old Manse the Community Chest. Since 1993, Concord Hillside $5,000+ $250 - $499 John and Janet Ready TSNY Beantown Trapeze School L Cambridge Savings Charitable Foundation Assurance Technology Corp. Community Chest) will Susan Reynolds Jan Turnquist Medical Associates (CHMA), a practice of Harvard Vanguard Concord Hillside Medical Associates Barrett and Co. Real Estate Rick Reault, Wide Open Spaces Medical Associates, has been a generous Chest sponsor. But The Thoreau Club, The Barrow Bookstore assist us in identifying New England Beekeeping Supplies Professional Organizing, Patty Bareford Camp & Outdoor Center Budget Printing of Concord Jeff and Laura Ristaino Astrid F. Williams its commitment to the town of Concord goes much deeper. Concord Health Care Center John and Victoria Rizzi Turtle Creek Winery Presenting Sponsor–1 Event Crosby’s Markets, Inc. and serving the elder-at- Richard and Hilary Robinson Bill and Anne Umphrey “There is a remarkable health infrastructure and variety of $3,000 - $4,999 Joseph Dee & Son, Funeral Services Will and Penny Rodday Roger and Dyan Urban human services in the Concord area,” said Ronald Kwon, Middlesex Savings Bank F. Whiting Hays, M.D. risk population and those Robert Rodriquez and Katharine Tom Farb and Stacy Valhouli SolidWorks Corporation Frame-Ables, Inc. Roberts Wayne and Mim Van Orman CHMA Medical Director. “And we are fully committed to go- Frank Maurer Co., Inc. Sustaining Sponsor–2 Events who are homebound. David Ruediger and Jane Rapalus Mary Wren and Philip vanderWilden ing beyond basic medical care to being an integral part of this Goldsmiths 3 ” Rug Lady, Pamela Hoffecker Linda Vaughan $1,000 - $2,999 Helen’s Restaurant Kathy Mull, Jane Rupley Mr. and Ms. David M. Venesy community’s well being.” Boston Private Bank & Trust Co. Insight Experience Suzanne Rutstein Verrill Farm Breckinridge Capital Advisors, Inc. J. W. Adams Construction, Inc. Director, Carlisle Council on Aging Bill and Marty Ryan Ralph and Laurine Verrilli Cambridge Trust Company James V. Tabner, Counsellor at Law Don and Dale Ryder Vincenzo’s Restaurant CHMA is a nonprofit medical practice that began as a cottage Fritz & Gigi Joan Trumbull Leighton, CPA Paul and Karen Long Jon and Sue Mulvany Mark Rzepczynski and June Girouxi Don and Lynda Voghel Timothy Wheeler House of Concord Kirtly Corporation Karen Long of Silpada Designs David and Jenn Munn Bill Sabine and Melita Teichert Sam Vokey industry of internists and pediatricians in the early 1980’s. Verrill Farm Lore Kantrowitz, EdD. Long’s Jewelers John Muresianu and Saffron Volo Farms Over the years, it has added satellite offices in Harvard and LTC Cleaning Co. Monty and JoAnn Lovejoy Patti Satterthwaite R.D. Sahl Walden Liquors Sustaining Sponsor–1 Event Mara & Associates, P.C. Betsy Lowe Nashoba Brook Bakery Steven Salazar Brad and Amanda Von Weise Sudbury, and today serves 33,000 patients annually. From $500 - $999 N. P. James Insurance Agency Mr. and Mrs. Martin A. Lueck Mark and Susan Nemec Sally Ann Food Shop, Inc. Victoria Ware Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Nashawtuc Architects, Inc. Lyn Evans Potpouri Designs Phillip and Amy Newell Salon Mi and Miya Margaret Waterman the beginning, there has been a tradition of giving back. “The Adviser Investment Management Northeast Numismatics Lyon-Waugh Auto Group New England Cable News P.J. and Theresa Scalzi Richard and Carrie Waterman health of the community is critical to CHMA and there is a Braver, P.C. Patriot Travel, Inc. Maggie Taylor Boutique Andy Newman George and Alys Scott Warren and Liz Waugh Cassidy Retirement Group Richard D. Foley, D.D.S. and Hidden Beauty Jeff and Sarah Newton Chris and Ann Sgarzi (Event Chair) James and Rosalee Wayman direct correlation with what the Chest does,” said Dr. Kwon. Concord Bookshop The Toy Shop of Concord Concord Oil Company, Inc. Main Streets Market and Cafe Normandy Real Estate Partners Lisa Sellers Jean Ford Webb The ability to support several organizations through a single Vanderhoof Hardware Company Doug and Judy Manchester NorthBridge Insurance Agency, Inc. Doug and Ann Sharpe Mr. and Mrs. Scott A. Webster Depositors Insurance Fund Woodman & Eaton, P.C. Cathy Mandrioli J.K. Nicholas and Virginia Shannon Mr. and Mrs. John J. Shipe West Concord Dance Academy funding source is a distinct benefit. “Concord Hillside gives H. Ivan Orup, Jr. D.M.D., M.M.Sc. 2008 Business Tony and Stephanie Manzella North Shore Music Theatre David Sibley West Concord Five and Ten Hayes Pump, Inc. Gifts in Kind Kathleen Marsh Nick and Ann Noyes Adam and Amy Simon West Concord Liquors annually because we know our money is used well through Lacoste Gallery Bonnie Baker Photography Greg Martin NY Beantown Trapeze School SkyVenture New Hampshire Jeff Wheeler McWalter Volunteer Insurance Agency the Community Chest,” added Bruce Walton, CHMA Practice Baystate Office Equipment / Doug Smith Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. Martino Mr. and Mrs. Daniel W. O’Connor Ms. Elizabeth C. Sluder Peter and Sarah Wieland NorthBridge Insurance Agency, Inc. Carl W. Stinson Appraisers Bruce and Phyllis Maurer (Event Chair) Tom O’Halloran Jacque Smith Chief Ken Willette Administrator. Sally Ann Food Shop, Inc. and Auctioneers / Doug Stinson Jack and Melissa McBride Pete and Missy Olsen Louis and Maureen Spada Astrid Williams Seamans Capital Management Concord Children’s Center Ellen McHale 1–on–1 Self Indulgences Spaulding Management Corporation Katie Wilson Sorrento’s J.E. Coutre Photography Laura McKenna Spa and Fitness Andy and Chris Spaulding Nate Wilson and Megan Gadd, Sponsors like CHMA positively impact the wellness of resi- Spaulding Management Corporation Dunkin’ Donuts (Costa Donuts Inc.) Michael and Sheilah McCauley Rob and Kathi O’Neil Elizabeth D. Spaulding Graphic Design West Concord Five and Ten, Inc. Harley Freedman Visuals David and Kelly McIntosh H. Ivan Orup, Jr. D.M.D. Sharon Spaulding (Event Chair) Mr. and Mrs. Stephen R. Winslow dents when contributions are made through the Chest’s annu- National Park Service – Buttrick Mansion David and Laura McKenna Mark and Sara Pacelle Jonathan St. Clair Adam and Susan Winstanley al campaign. The Chest is very appreciative of all the financial The Old Manse-A Property of Marshall and Lisa McLean Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Pacelle Mark Stein and Rosa Hallowell Winston Florist The Trustees of Reservations John and Wendy McNally Pat Padden and Susan Palazzi Langley and Hilary Steinert Ray Wong and Beth Knauss and gift-in-kind support from local businesses. Pedal Power Bike and Board Mr. John J. McWalter, Jr. Deedo Painter Carl W. Stinson Appraisers and Sharon Young, Pricipal, Alcott School Priscilla Candy Shop McWalter Volunteer Insurance Agency, Inc. Bill and Wendy Page Auctioneers / Doug Stinson Your Stuff Only Better Sally Ann Food Shop, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Meenan Tom Parish Jeffrey and Maryann Street Jim and Celia Zimmerman Photos: left; Dr. Ronald Kwon, CHMA, center; Solidworks South Bridge Boat House Hilary Taylor, Merlin’s Silver Star Fran Powell Chief John Sullivan Winstanley Enterprises, Inc. Sue Merlino Rob and Lindsay Parker Challenge Team, right; Faith Pulis, Thoreau Club 16 17
Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org 2008 Community Chest Challenge – Donors, Participants and Volunteers Volunteer Service Awards
Adult and Pediatric Dermatology Concord Children’s Center Zhonglin Han Anne Mullaney Alys Scott he 2008 Concord-Carlisle Nina Andrews for participating Allison and Gordon Aley Concord Council on Aging Vaughn and Heidi Harring James Munson Billy Shaunessy Doron Almug Concord Health Care Center Linda Harring Patti Satterthwaite Stephanie Shenton Community Chest in several youth programs through Derick Amodi Concord Hillside Medical Associates Stephen and Jennifer Hart Kelly Nadeau Adam and Amy Simon Distinguished Volunteer First Parish Church including service Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Anderson Concord Recreation Linda Haytayan Alex Nardone Jacob Sims T Carrie Andreson Anthony and Nancy Confrey John R. Hickling Peter and Sandy Nash Kevin Smith Service Award was awarded to five trips to Transylvania, Council on David Askey J.C. Conti Peter Hilton National Park Service – Buttrick Mansion Matt Smith young individuals in May who have Aging work days, and fundraising for Penny Austen Costa Donuts Inc./Dunkin’ Donuts Dan Holin Connor Neill Travis and Liza Snell Catherine Autio J.E. Coutre Photography Charles and Mary Horvath Pat Nelson SolidWorks Corporation significantly committed to volunteerism Katrina victims; William Cavanagh Mark Bamford Patty Crossland Tom Hudner David Nerron South Bridge Boat House Marlon Banta Ben Cumbie Mr. and Mrs. Joel Hughes Jason Neuman David and Barbara Southwell in the area of human services. The for volunteering over 500 hours with Jim Barnes James A. Cuoco and Lisa J. Sellers Peter Jantzen New England Deaconess Association Liz Spada Board of Directors of the Concord- CCTV and consistently helping to keep Lisa Becker John Dalton Agnes and Jamie Johnson Amy Newell Tobey Sparrow Rick Beinecke Jen Daly Charles Kaneb Jeff and Sarah Newton Mr. and Mrs. E. Langley Steinert Carlisle Community Chest congratulates things running smoothly at the station; Paul and Sherri Belanger Kate Damon Yoon Kim Bouke Noordzij Greg Stevens the following teens for giving back: and David Rayson (above right) for Jeffrey Bloomfield Mr. Richard N. Daniels and Joshua Klein Mike O’Brian Amy Stiga Blue Dry Goods Ms. Paula Von Kleydorff Beth Knauss Patrick O’Brien Colleen Strahs redesigning the CCHS 2volunteer Peter Blum Cyndi Darcy Garen Kotikian Patty and Juan Ochoa Mr. and Mrs. Philip C. Swain Court Booth Chuck Davis Karl Kussin Pat Oliphant Ray Tang Rebecca Flint (above left) for website and for providing computer Boston Private Bank and Trust Matthew DeGreeff Greg and Barrett Ladd Bill and Wendy Page Kevin Tang volunteering with the therapeutic tutoring to Council on Aging seniors. Dr. Craig E. Boyajian and Christophe DeGregory Heather Lammey Steve and Betsy Pearse Deb Taylor Ms. Sarah M. Savelle Jamie Denn Cynthia and Jack LaMothe Pedal Power Bike and Ski, Joyce Reischutz Lauren Tetreault horseback riding program at the Vermont Johanna Boynton Danner DeStephano Paul Lazdowski Jill Pierantozzi Valerie Kolligian Thayer (Event Chair) Adaptive Ski and Sports program; Isabel These students have made significant Sue and Erin Bradley Marc Digregorio Kristina LeClaire Ruth and Tom Piper The Old Manse-A Property of Eric and Timm Brandhorst Marshall and Betsy Dorr Lisa Leopold Patty Popov The Trustees of Reservations Zellmann-Rohrer (above middle) for contributions to Concord or Carlisle and Breckinridge Capital Advisors, Inc. David Duane Mr. Charles E. Letovsky and David Potter and Johanna Hunter The Thoreau Club, Camp Thoreau Penny Brewer Miguel Echavarri Ms. Sharon R. Milan Steve Pressley and Thoreau Center working 160 hours at Emerson Hospital the Community Chest commends their Rick, Peggy, Tucker and Stacey Briggs Jack Ehlenbach Arthur Levasseur Ed and April Prewitt Skip Thomas on the Transport Team and in the selflessness and generosity. Jay, Candice and Stacey Brooks Mr. and Mrs. Mark F. Engerman Lisa Lewis Amanda and Mark Price Sandra Tilley Sara Brown Linda Escobedo T. J. Liakos Mark Russell, Elizabeth and Abby Prior Mr. Robert D. Treitman and Ms. Leslie Fisher Community Services Office; Mr. Gaylord Brynolfson and Ruth Ewing Jane Lifton Jim Rafferty Eric and Laurie Van Loon Ms. Isabelle H. Naginski Richard Fahlander Skip Linn P.T. Rajkumal Mr. and Mrs. Philip vanderWilden Sally Bubier Fenn School Bart and Bar Littlefield Tom Ratcliffe Verrill Farm The Reverend and Mrs. Anthony F. Buquor Fabian and Suzanne Fondriest Jay and Carolynn Luby James and Ellen Rice Ford von Weise Bob, Ann, Jimmy and Chris Burnham John Forelli Laura Lunig Jason and JayJay Robart Bo Wang Cambridge Savings Charitable Foundation Amy Friedman Jon Mack Jason Rude Chris Whelan Photos page 18: Left, Challenge Team Frosh Posh, Alan Cameron Harley Freedman Visuals Robert Mannix Charles and Suzanne Rutstein Peter and Sarah Wieland Jeff and Ellen Campbell Janet Friedman Greg Martin Don, Peter and Dale Ryder (Event Chair) David Wilder Right, Challenge Volunteers, Staff and Board Andrew and Liza Carey Ms. Adeeva R. Fritz Maynard Community Chest Louis, Matthew and Christian Salemy Jim Wilkinson Photo credit: J. E. Coutre Photography Carlisle Kids House Fritz and Gigi Bob McBride Sally Ann Food Shop Dan and Harold Williams Carlisle Recreation Gaining Ground, Inc. Anne Marie McDonald Victor Sandman Andrew and Curran Wilmot Lisa Casey Phil, Laura and Cyrus Gibson Kendra McDowell Patricia Sands and Kathryn McKinley Barbara Chase Lloyd and June Grace Colleen McGary-Smith John Saperia David and Katie Wilson Amy Clark Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Granahan Doug Meagher Michael and Alex Schmidt Adam Winstanley Marci Cohen Chip and Patty Greene Middlesex Savings Bank Walter and Suzanne Schoeller David L. Witherbee and Michelle Bociek Jen Collins Steve and Laura Gregg Seth Model and Amy Etherington Carla Schwartz Marielle Yost Comcast Patrick, Priscilla and Caitlin Guiney Jeffrey Moore and Barbara Southcote Joanne Scianna 18 19
Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org Annual Report, 2008 www.communitychest.org The Human Service Agencies & Programs supported by the Community Chest
American Red Cross - Metrowest Concord Public Schools
Boy Scouts of America, Minuteman Council Concord Recreation Scholarships
Carlisle Council on Aging Cooperative Elder Services
Our Carlisle Kids’ House Domestic Violence Services of Central Middlesex
Carlisle Recreation Scholarships Eliot Community Human Services
Annual Center for Parents & Teachers Friday Night Fun Club
Communities for Restorative Justice Friends in Service Helping (FISH)
Appeal Community Outreach Coodinator Gaining Ground
Community Youth Alliance Girl Scouts, Patriots’ Trail Council
begins in Concord Area Preschool Scholarships Household Goods Recycling Ministry
Concord-Carlisle Adult & Community Education Mass211, Inc.
October Concord Children’s Center Minute Man Arc for Human Services
Concord Council on Aging Minuteman Senior Services
Concord Family & Youth Services Open Table
Concord Fire Department Restoration Project
Concord Housing Authority South Middlesex Legal Services
Concord/Carlisle Community Chest Non-Profit Org. Community Agencies Building U.S. Postage PAID 111 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner Permit No. 154 Concord, Massachusetts 01742 Concord, MA 01742