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Catholic Charities raffling off a chance to see UC Bearcats Football in style
Cincinnati – Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio has teamed up with UC Bearcats Football to offer an exciting fundraising opportunity to football fans across the region.
Catholic Charities is raffling off a Private Suite for the Saturday, November 20, 2010 Big East Football Game between the University of Cincinnati at Rutgers University at Nippert Stadium. The Grand Prize winner receives use of the suite, 10 guest passes, two parking passes, food and beverages. Only 1000 tickets will be sold for the raffle at a cost of $50 per ticket.
“We are grateful to the University of Cincinnati Bearcats for the chance to help raise money to support the agency through this endeavor,” said Kathleen Donnellan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio. “This is something that Bearcat football fans can enjoy while supporting the programs and services we provide throughout the community.”
A total of 10 Bearcat Football ticket prizes to the Rutgers game are up for grabs in the raffle. Second prize gives two lucky fans a chance to watch the game from the Bearcats sideline and join the captains on the field for the coin toss as well as a parking pass to the game.
Third prize includes four (4) tickets to the game, a parking pass, and the opportunity to participate in the Catholic Charities Halftime Contest on the field, where the lucky winner will have three chances to throw a football into a net to win a special prize. Fourth prize includes four (4) tickets to the game plus a $50 gift card to Montgomery Inn. Prizes five through 10 each are two (2) tickets to the game plus a $10 gift card to Skyline Chile for the winners.
“With only 1000 tickets being sold and the Bearcats primed for a great season, we expect the tickets to sell fast.,” said Chris Gramke, Director of Development and Marketing for Catholic Charities. “This is something we have wanted to try as far as fundraising goes, and we are hoping that the community sees it as a great way to support the agency while having a chance to see a UC football game in style.”
The drawing for the raffle winners will be held on Friday, November 12, 2010. Tickets can be purchased on the CCSWO web site at www.catholiccharitiesswo.org or by contacting Chris Gramke at (513) 241-7745 extension 2527.
For more information on this press release contact Chris Gramke, Director of Marketing and Development, at (513) 241-7745 or via email at cgramke@catholiccharitiesswo.org.
14th Annual Caring Matters Regional Health Conference takes place on September 15
Cincinnati – The Caregiver Assistance Network is sponsoring its 14th Annual Caring Matters Regional Health Conference on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Crown Plaza Hotel at I-71 & Pfeiffer Road in Blue Ash.
The program is designed to provide information and health care tips for nurses, social workers, counselors, activity professionals, clergy, and family/volunteer caregivers. Exhibitors include nursing homes, hospice centers, hospitals, and various other social service agencies with a focus on health care for older adults.
This promises to be a top-notch event for professionals and family caregivers alike,” said Rod Huber, Director of Family Services. “We also have CEU credits available for social workers and counselors and have applied for CEU status for other professionals in the health care fields.”
The theme for this year’s conference is “The Caregiving Experience: Creating Tolls for Hope”. The program will provide a full day of practical help to caregivers and professionals on how to keep hope alive in sharing care. Additional program sessions offer insight from brain fitness practices and techniques to demonstrations on several holistic healing modalities. There is also a virtual dementia room that allows participants to experience what it is like to suffer from Alzheimer’s and dementia. Martha “Marty” Richards, a professor at the University of Wisconsin and a clinical social worker and author of two highly respected books on eldercare and caregiving, is the keynote speaker.
“Marty Richards is on of the most respected speakers in this field, and we are thrilled to be able to have her at this year’s event,” said Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator of the Caregiver Assistance Network.
The program is presented by the Caregiver Assistance Network and Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio. The cost is $90 for professionals and just $30 for caregivers. Continental breakfast and lunch included. Please contact Margaret Iannaci at 241-7745 extension 2539 to register.
For more information on this press release contact Chris Gramke, Director of Marketing and Development, at (513) 241-7745 or via email at cgramke@catholiccharitiesswo.org.
11th Annual Su Casa Banquet a big success
The 11th Annual Su Casa Awards Banquet was held on Tuesday, April 20 at the Cintas Center on the campus of Xavier University. Over 350 people attended the event, which is the major fundraiser for Su Casa Hispanic Center. This year’s event featured an expanded silent auction highlighting the many cultural events and happenings that are a part of the Greater Cincinnati region. Musicians and dancers provided the entertainment for the attendees this year.
The highlight of the evening is the awards ceremony. Su Casa Hispanic Center is presenting four awards to individuals and agencies that have made a significant contribution to the Greater Cincinnati Hispanic and Latino communities. Among the winners is Fr. William Jansen, director of the Hispanic Ministries of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, who is receiving the prestigious Cesar Chavez Award. P&G is receiving the award for Corporate Service to Su Casa.
The award winners for 2010 are:
Cesar Chavez Award: Fr. William Jansen
Su Casa Volunteer Award: Hope Kabel
Su Casa Corporate Award: P&G
Lifetime Service Award: V. Anthony Simms-Howell
Bishop Eduardo Carmona Ortega, bishop of the diocese of Puerto Escondido in Mexico, served as the keynote speaker for the event. All proceeds benefit the educational programs and services of Su Casa Hispanic Center.
APOP Fifth Annual CHILI COOK OFF
The Adoptive Parents Outreach Program (APOP) for Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio hosted its Fifth Annual CHILI COOK OFF on Sunday, March 14 at the Purcell Knights of Columbus Banquet Hall. Over 200 people showed up to sample 29 different chili recipes and support the APOP group's efforts to raise awareness for adoption around the city.
A panel of celebrity judges, including Elder head football coach Doug Ramsey, former Cincinnati Bengals Robert Jackson and David Fulcher, and Ohio's Whiskey Ambassador Pete Wagner tasted 29 different homemade chili recipes at the event. First prize went to Nick Kleiner; Second prize to Julie and Jay Farmer; and Third Prize to Maria and Paul Patterson.
The event raised a total of $3549 for the APOP group. Thanks to Chas and Angie Eddingfield for organizing the event, along with all of the APOP members and everyone who came out to support this wonderful cause.
Statement of Catholic Charities USA on the Health Care Plan
Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio sponsors the region’s Senior Companion Program. This free program provides area senior citizens with the opportunity to build relationships with other seniors for such things as help with light meals, companionship, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, and some light travel needs.
These are available to you FREE of CHARGE through The Senior Companion Program. This is made possible by grants funded by the Corporation for National Community Services and the Ohio Department of Aging. CALL The Senior Companion Program of Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio at (513) 241-7745.