Category: Charitable

Two Events Scheduled to Assist TVCC Student

Madsen

By Jayson Larson/TVCC Public Information

Two fund-raisers have been scheduled to assist Trinity Valley Community College student Sasha Madsen, who was recently diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia.

Madsen, 27, is currently without insurance and getting treatment at MD Anderson in Houston. All proceeds from the fund-raisers will go toward medical, travel and lodging expenses for the Madsen family.

A “Strolling for Sasha 5K” walk has been scheduled for Saturday, May 17, beginning in the TVCC Administration Building parking lot in Athens at 10 a.m. Those who wish to run the 5K course may do so.

Cost is $30 for adults (includes an event T-shirt), $10 for children ages 3-12 (who will receive a goody bag in lieu of a T-shirt) and free for ages 2 and under. Those who pre-register will receive a $5 discount per person. “Day-of” registration will begin at 9 a.m. Lunch and live entertainment by Phat Johnny and the Buicks will begin at 11:30 a.m.

A silent auction and bake sale will be held in conjunction with the event. There will also be various activities for kids.

For more information or to pre-register, contact Jennifer Evilsizer at 903-570-8257 or at [email protected] or Shelia Jones at 903-360-0456 or [email protected].

Additionally, a silent auction for a 36×40 piece of abstract art will be held to benefit Madsen during the TVCC Spring Art Show scheduled for Thursday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The show will be held on the first floor of the Administration Building on the Athens campus (100 Cardinal Drive).

The painting was created by the TVCC Painting I class and art instructor Sue Lynn Trent. All proceeds from the auction of the painting will go toward defraying Madsen’s medical expenses.

CCL Humane Society Volunteer Get-Together

Wednesday, April 16, Volunteer Get-Together 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Dairy Queen Seven Points.

This fast paced informative meeting is a great place to keep in the know about The Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake and meet lots of animal loving energetic people. Be ready to introduce yourself, your school, business or retired, city & ways you help or could help the animals at the shelter.

The meeting will include a Shelter Update from Board President Donny Shubert.

Opportunity to lead offsite adoption efforts .

Volunteer Spotlights, volunteers telling us about their positive experience in helping the animals at the shelter.

Rewards & Joys of Dog Transport – Stacie Flowers

Show & Tell Animal Transport Items to Take with – Sallie & Ron Chapman

April 05 Gala & Other Fundraising Opportunities

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Current Volunteers- We can really make a better life for more animals with more volunteers! Do you have a 3-5 Spotlight that you can offer the group regarding adoptions, rescues and reuniting lost pets.

Thinking about donating time, money, energy and/or love to the animals… Attend a meeting or email [email protected] with your name, phone number-best time to call & what you would like to do… VOLUNTEER IT FEELS GOOD…. & DO WHAT YOU LIKE TO DO…EMAIL ME – [email protected]!!!

Lois Welch Named PWC Volunteer of the Year for Third Time

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Lois Welch

PWC press release

Since the inception of the Pinnacle Women’s Club in 1998, each year an individual receives the prestigious Volunteer of the Year award, singled out and recognized for her commitment to the organization and to the community. This year’s honoree, Lois Welch, a charter member of the PWC, now holds the distinction of being the club’s only three-time recipient, first in 1999-2000, secondly in 2002-2003, and now in the current calendar year, 2013-2014.

The difficulty of selecting one person amongst a group of dedicated members is always a daunting task, but for Pinnacle Women’s Club President Gail Fankhauser, Lois’ credentials made it simple. She has served in every capacity within the club, including twice as president, and this year alone her contributions included Publicity Chairman, Memory Garden Director, Membership and Neighborhood Directories, Bridge and Bookers member, Garage Sale participant, and mentor.

But, beyond this list is an intangible quality that defines volunteerism as though “being neighborly” was stitched into her character at a very early age. Her friends describe her as inspirational, supportive, warm-hearted, ever faithful, committed, humble, and caring. She never stops doing; is computer savvy; has an innate ability to motivate, and knows the smallest act of compassion can turn a life around; is persuasive in the nicest way with a definite opinion of how the PWC can grow with reverence to past successes… and forever a cheerleader and champion of the Club she loves dearly.

Antoine de Saint-Exupery said, “If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up people to collect wood and don’t assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea.”

The Pinnacle Women’s Club is fortunate to have had Lois Welch, the visionary, at the helm for 16 years.

Time to Get Your Go Blue Shirts

Go Blue

It is time to Go Blue in Henderson County to fund Child Abuse awareness programs in the county.

Go Blue Day will be Wednesday, April 30, and everyone in the county is asked to wear blue. The official Go Blue t-shirt is now on sale for $10 to $12 and can be purchased from the District Attorney’s Office or Island Tans.

Contact Betty Herriage or Deanna Browning at the DA’s Office for more information 903-675-6100.