On April 30, 2011, Kohl's Distribution Center of Wurtsboro, NY sent
approximately 190
Associates and their families to SullivanArc's Hemming
Farm in Woodbourne to begin the second phase of our Community Garden.
The Kohl's Associates, under the guidance of SullivanArc staff, performed many
tasks, including building garden beds, lining the beds with stones, building raised
beds for wheelchair access, composting, moving straw bales, digging a trench and
generally preparing the garden for spring vegetable planting. The program, called KOHL'S CARES is part of a nationwide commitment from Kohl's that sends
volunteers
to help non-profit organizations and environmental initiatives.
Sponsored by Kristt Comapny.
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2010 NEWS & EVENTS
2010
COMMUNITY RECOGNTION
EVENT
October 29, 2010: Eagle's Nest
SullivanArc was proud to honor Dr. Jeffrey Gray, of Crystal Run
Healthcare with the
annual "RUTH BENNETT HUMANITARIAN AWARD".
The award recognizes a member of the
community who has
shown exceptional service to the community as
well as to the people served by SullivanArc. Dr. Gray was praised
for his compassion, sensitivity, patience and professionalism.
From Left: Ric Schwartz, Executive Director of SullivanArc ; Dr. Jeffrey Gray, recipient of the Ruth Bennett
Humanitarian Award;
Susan Diamond, Executive Director of the SullivanArc Foundation
The annual "Derrick Finn Memorial Award" was given to
SullivanArc Consumer, Carlos Burrel.
Ric Schwartz and Dr. Jeffrey Gray ...................Carlos Burrell
The event was a huge success - the room was decked out in pink
and brown,
the food was
delicious and the mood was festive.
The awards were presented
during the buffet dinner, followed by
dessert and a silent auction.
Steve Drobysh, President of SullivanArc Foundation
Jeannie and Jeff Gray
Members of Jeff Bank Staff
Sullivan Renaissance Grant
Denise Frangipane, left, of Sullivan Renaissance presents a check for $2,000
to Susan Diamond, of the SullivanArc Foundation. SullivanArc was a
recipient of a 2010 Sullivan Renaissance Environmental Initiative Grant for
their community garden located in Woodbourne, NY. The garden will enable
people with developmental disabilities to grow vegetables and distribute their
harvest to the community in the form of a CSA (Community Shared Agriculture).
The Sullivan Renaissance program supports grassroots efforts to promote
environmental stewardship through projects that raise community
awareness and involvement.
Art Exhibit at the DVAA Narrowsburg, NY , March 2010
Artists pictured above, top left clockwise:
Susan Hadden, Kim Nash, Ashley Valentia, Jeffrey Freidman
each standing by their paintings at the opening
reception of "Expressions 2010"
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2009 NEWS & EVENTS
Lia Sophia Benefit
Dr. Jamie Noeth of Body Mind and Spirit, who is also a Lia Sophia Jewelry
Distributor recently held a Lia Sophia Party in honor of SullivanArc.
Dr. Noeth (left) along with her Lia Sophia partner Barbara Sush (right) present
a check for $400 to Susan Diamond, Executive Director of the new SullivanArc
Foundation. The SullivanArc Foundation raises funds for programs for people
with developmental disabilities served by SullivanArc.
The Drama Club of SullivanArc put on a display of their talents at the
BOCES theater on Jan. 13. A varsiety of songs and some story telling entertained
fellow
consumers,
family members, staff and the
general public. The finale performance was director,
Peter Kus, leading three individuals
with developmental disabilities in their own rendition
of a well known opera melody.
SullivanArc Announces Formation of The SullivanArc Foundation
Photo: Barbara Hadden, 3rd from left, presents a check for $10,000 to
Susan Diamond of the newly formed SullivanArc Foundation.
She is joined by daughter Susan Hadden, far left, and son Steven Hadden,
far right. Both are recipients of SullivanArc’s services.
60th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
November 1, 2009
SullivanArc celebrated our 60th Anniversary with a grand dinner at the
Villa Roma on Sunday, November 1st.
WATCH A PERSONALIZED VIDEO FROM GERALDO RIVERA!
Nearly 200 people were on hand to join in the festivities, including founder
Ruth Bennett's daughter, Deborah Berlove. Ruth Bennett founded SullivanArc in
1949 and what started out as a tiny school for mentally retarded children has
grown to today's SullivanArc which supplies support to 800 individuals with
developmental disabilities.
Not only were several local dignitaries, politicians, supporters and staff in attendance,
but approximately 30 consumers of SullivanArc's services joined in as well.
Amy Susso, sister of the late Derrick Finn, made an emotional speech about her
brother who passed away in 2004 and has been memorialized with the
Derrick Finn Memorial Award, given to a consumer each year.
This year's winner was Lara Biella.
Above Left: Lara Biella, a SullivanArc Consumer received the
Derrick Finn Memorial Award.
Above Right: Tonya Finn, left - the late Derrick Finn's aunt;
Deborah Berlove, center - SullivanArc Founder Ruth Bennett's daughter;
Amy Susso - the late Derrick Finn's sister.
Above Left:Irene Kirtack, SullivanArc Board of Directors and
husband Robert and daughter Kelly, who is a SullivanArc Consumer.
Above Right: Anna Milucky, SullivanArc Board of Directors and
Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther.
Above Left: From left: Laurie Cirillo of Crystal Run Village; Moniquka Diaz-Corley -
Town of Thompson Board; Jim Lawler of Crystal Run Village; Colleen Hiatt;
Bill Sammis of Crystal Run Village; and Ron Hiatt - Sullivan County Legislator.
Above Right:From left, Chrissy and Sheriff Michael Schiff with Nicole and Jim Farrell,
Sullivan County D.A.
March 22, 2008 "Community Voices" WJFF Radio
about "Expressions 08" Art Exhibit
featuring two artists with developmental disabilities and
their SullivanArc Creative Arts instructor
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