May 2011

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Summer Giving Opportunities
Annual Board Retreat
TIE Foundation Honors CIS
Volunteering 101
Dad & Me at Mukata's Island

Summer Giving Opportunities

Check out the giving opportunities our partners have available in the coming months.

2011 Spring & Summer Giving Opportunities  

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TCC nurtures Tempe's sense of community where children, seniors, families and individuals care for and about one another.

 

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TCC's mission is to connect those in need with those who care. TCC does this by convening community, conducting research, determining priorities, implementing effective programs and exemplifying prudent stewardship of resources.

 

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Annual Board of Director's Retreat

 

Friday May 6 and Saturday May 7, the TCC Board of Director's met for the annual social event and retreat planning meeting.
We welcome six new members to the Board:  
  • Chris Gonzalez, Pastor of Missio Dei Communities Church
  • Bruce Halin, Manager Salt River Project
  • Robert Kawa, Realtor, Kawa & Associates
  • Angela Kebric, Assistant Attorney General
  • Linda Knutson, Emergency Healthcare Provider
  • Susan Ligocki, Assistant VP/Banking Center Mgr. Comerica Bank

We had to say farewell to five members who fulfilled their terms with outstanding leadership, governance and guidance.

  • Maryanne Corder served from 2005-2011 
  • Margaret Hunnicutt served from 2005-2011
  • Stan Morris served from 2008-2011
  • Kathy Stevens served from 2005-2011
  • Charlie Vester served from 2005-2011

Board President Mike Rooney passed the gavel to Arlene Chin after two years of dedicated service.   

Arlene's first address as TCC's Board President
Arlene's first address as TCC's Board President

Photos from the weekend's events

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TIE Foundation Dinner

Communities in Schools Honored

 

On Saturday, April 30 Communities in Schools of Tempe & Kyrene (CIS) was awarded the Ralph & Carla Lingerfelt Commitment to the Community Award during the Ninth Annual Spracale Education Awards Ceremony. 

 

This award is given to organizations who make a major contribution to the community and the children in our schools.  CIS was selected for the 18 years of dedicated service to our local public schools and for encouraging students and providing services so young people stay in school and prepare for life.  Programs in early literacy, counseling, parent outreach and education, pre-school readiness, health and wellness and the several Family Resource Centers were recognized for all they do to support students and families.

 

We are immensely proud to have been selected for this award and it would not be possible without the outstanding guidance and vision of CIS Program Director, Lynette Stonefeld.

 

Thank you to the Tempe Impact Education (TIE) Foundation Board for this incredible honor!

 

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Lynette Stonefeld and Kate Hanley Accepting the Ralph & Carla Lingerfelt Award

 

Volunteering 101:

Current Opportunities and Important Information to Know

 

Do you care about Tempe and want to know how to give back? Are you new to the community and need to know who to connect with to volunteer?

 

Then join us for a FREE workshop this Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 5:30 PM-7 PM in the Tempe History Museum's Community Room.  Presentations from City of Tempe and Tempe Community Council staff, as well as opening remarks from Mayor Hugh Hallman.

 

For more information and to RSVP, contact Jayson Matthews 480.858.2302.

 

 

Volunteering

Dad & Me at Mukata's Island

For three Saturday's in June Thrive to Five is hosting FREE classes and fun for father's and their young children at Makutu's Island - 6919 W. Ray Rd. Chandler 85226 (map).

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Promoting responsible fatherhood, 10 dad's and their children,ages 4-5,  will be able to enjoy time together for a day of fun and learning. Classes are June 11, 18 and 25 from 10am-noon.  Admission to Makuta's Island is FREE for dad and child. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited. To reserve your spot please contact Isela Blanc at 480.858.2306 or email.