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Greetings!
 What better time of year than spring for Youth Homes to celebrate hope? Each year the Youth Homes Auxiliary, Youth Homes staff and board members, Aftercare - alumni, resident youth and even some foster families come together to acknowledge and encourage one another as well as share in our many successes. Traditionally this event was coined "The Youth Homes Pantry Shower" and has always been a time to stock each household with much needed pantry items.
Today, this wonderful tradition lives on and has evolved into a beautiful tribute to all those dedicated to serving our cause and a time to allow our youth to shine on stage spotlighting their gifts and talents. This year's luncheon and event included a three-part play with solos, poetry readings and even a choreographed dance number! One of our male residents shared his talent by singing a gospel song acapella that was fitting with the theme of the day as he gave his thanks for all he has been given.
We at Youth Homes also give thanks for the wonderful staff and volunteers we have been so blessed with.
Awards and Acknowledgments:
Youth Homes Awards; three girls who graduated high school, and three Aftercare youth who were successful in obtaining and keeping employment this year. Awards to six residential youth who were selected for the Summer Job Program in the garden. We are very proud of each and every one of you!
Youth Homes Employees; Carolyn Walker - 30 plus years, Margie Darnes and Donna Heimbruch - 20 plus years of service.
Youth Homes Board Members; Tim McCreery for outstanding service as board president, and a warm welcome to Ann Appert new board president.
Youth Homes Auxiliary acknowledges; Sandra Abram as acting Auxiliary President and honors to long term Auxililiary members; Joanne Taylor, Arline Spieler, Gene Bozworth, Phyllis Riggs and Bernice Ely for outstanding dedication and service.
The Auxiliary received a well deserved standing ovation from staff and kids for their outstanding generosity and support. You are making a difference in the lives of our young residents!
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Above photo: Auxilary members; Valerie Ridgers, Lorna Martyn and Tat Welcome |
Please visit our Facebook page to view more photos from this event.
Please note Youth Homes is careful to protect the names, images and identities of the youth in our care.
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Keller Williams Gives Back on RED Day
RED Day (Renew, Energize and Donate) is Keller Williams Realty's national day of service held on the second Thursday of May each year. This year on May 12th, Youth Homes' was thrilled to have our residential facility Anderson house be chosen as a beneficiary of this amazing work day by KW East Bay. More than 112 volunteers accumulated over 1,000 hours as they participated in an overwhelming show of support that raised upwards of $40,000! This included time and materials from local businesses as well as generous donations from donors.
As you will see by watching this amazing video, the work that was accomplished included; landscaping, painting, cleaning, redecorating, plumbing, new flooring, HVAC installation, new toilets, light fixtures, general repairs, upgrades and much more!
The youth that reside in Anderson house were thrilled that the place they call home received such a wonderful make-over.
Youth Homes is very proud to have such amazing community partners step in to help us close the gap between government funding and the actual cost of care for our foster children and youth.
Thank you again to all those that participated in this project. |
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Morgan Stanley Celebrates Global Volunteer Month
On Saturday June 18th, more than 10 Morgan Stanley employees joined together to volunteer at the Youth Homes East Bay Shelter in an effort to help clean up, paint and refurbish the well-used facility. Commenting on the motivation behind the generous work day, volunteer Jory Sandusky stated, "Morgan Stanley is passionate about community service and getting our people out in the communities we live in to promote positive change."
During the day, Morgan Stanley staff worked on a variety of projects from cleaning and re-painting the whole kitchen, fixing broken light fixtures, to laying mulch out around the front yard, and fixing a broken fence post between East Bay Shelter and a neighbor's house. Touchup painting was done around door jams, as well as over the front entrance to the facility. Power washing was also done around the front entrance and walkway, clearing out old debris and weeds from the area.
Overall, all the volunteers worked diligently to brighten up the whole space and give a loving touch to the lives of children who have often suffered immense trauma and abuse.
Youth Homes is especially grateful for all the wonderful hard work that was contributed and knows that the kids will benefit from all the upgrades and improvements. |
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Please consider joining us for our annual celebration "Hearts for Hope: pledging yours for foster youth on Saturday October 29th, 2011 at the Diablo Country Club for a fabulous evening of music, food and dancing.
Youth Homes is excited to announce that sponsorships are still being sought for the annual gala event. Click here for a list of sponsorship benefits. For more information on becoming a sponsor, please contact Laurel Pendleton at (955) 933-2627 or email laurelp@youthhomes.org
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Dear readers,
Thank you again for your support. We appreciate all you do and could not do it without you!
Sincerely,
Stuart McCullough
Executive Director
Youth Homes, Inc.
stuartm@youthhomes.org
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Margie Darnes
20 years of service |
Donna Heimbruch
20 years of service
Carla Pancheco
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This Spectacular Evening Includes:
Emcee Auctioneer, Bob Sarlatte television personality and actor, comedian and official field announcer of the San Francisco 49ers.
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Hosted cocktails, dinner, and dancing to a live band with music by Larry Lynch & The Mob! Raffles, auctions and carnival games, all raising funds for a great cause!
To learn more or to volunteer, visit our website www.youthhomes.org or call Leslie
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