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| May 22, 2008 - “Celebrating 20 Years Of Goodwill, Growth & Gratitude”
Non-profit's Fundraising Lunch Shows Power of Caring People Women Step Out in Style Auxiliary’s Garden Party Celebrates “Growth” Charity is in Fashion December 18, 2007 - the Parca Auxiliary has not slowed down... September 25, 2007 - Parca Auxiliary Presents Record Breaking Check... May 23, 2007 - Parca Auxiliary’s “In Style with Parca” Parca Auxiliary Raises $195,000 at Luncheon Fashionistas With A Cause Parca Auxiliary -NEWS ALERT- May 22, 2008 PARCA AUXILIARY’S “CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF GOODWILL, GROWTH & GRATITUDE” SPRING LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW WAS A STYLISH AND SUCCESSFUL AFFAIR TO REMEMBER A Record $200,000 was Raised for the Developmentally Disabled HILLSBOROUGH, CA, May 22, 2008 – Just over 400 Peninsula women stepped out in style to support the Parca Auxiliary’s 20th Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show. A huge success with donations totaling at least $200,000, the luncheon raised funds for Parca Organization, a non-profit association serving people with developmental disabilities and their families in the Bay Area. High fashion and fantastic fundraising was brought to Hillsborough with the “Celebrating 20 Years of Goodwill, Growth & Gratitude” event. The sold-out luncheon was held at a beautiful private home in Hillsborough with glorious gardens. The centerpiece of the luncheon setting was a sleek runway reminiscent of a New York Fashion Show. Guests sat beneath an elegant white canopy at garden-themed tables decorated with pink peonies and chartreuse green spring flowers, and silk butterflies adorned the centerpieces and chairs. Guests dined on a delicious lunch provided by St. Clair’s Catering. Amy Underwood, President of the Parca Auxiliary, welcomed guests and thanked everyone for attending the luncheon. “I am so proud of this amazing group of women who are committed to enriching the lives of Parca clients both through fundraising activities as well as organizing special events for the clients throughout the year” said Underwood. She went on to honor Barbara Brown, one of the Auxiliary’s founders, and Jennifer Brown Moriarty as Sustainers of the Year. The Masters of Ceremonies were Carolyn Johnson, Anchor of the ABC7 News, and Chris Kruse, a Hillsborough resident. The dynamic pair encouraged guests to give generously during the Live Auction which raised over $72,000. One lucky bidder won an exotic vacation for $12,000! The Silent Auction which included fabulous catered dinners and parties, wine country getaways, golf outings, shopping extravaganzas, and pampering packages brought in $25,555. The “Fund-A-Need” appeal brought in $25,905 for a new, large passenger van which will be used for all Parca programs and residences. There are several Parca clients who are immobile or in wheelchairs, and the new van will enable the adults to be transported to their jobs and other outings; and younger clients at Raji House will be able to ride in the van to field trips. A cake auction also captured everyone’s sweet side. Three beautiful cakes and a cupcake tower from local bakeries brought in $2,200. One lucky guest was the winner of the raffle item: a dazzling pair of pave diamond hoop earrings. Generously donated by Steiner’s Jewelry, these elegant platinum earrings contain approximately 1.9 carats of diamonds. The afternoon’s grand finale was a high style fashion show featuring the latest trends of spring and summer fashion from Burlingame’s hottest boutiques including Malouf’s, Les Deux Copines, Loft, Fina, Lulu Boutique and Head Over Heels. Male and female models, styled by Wowpretty and the Chapin Court Salon, strutted down the elevated stage to funky, hip music, while wearing cutting-edge fashions ranging from casual to chic, eventually bringing the fashion forward crowd to their feet with applause. Luncheon Co-Chairs Paige Cattano and Carolyn McCusker were delighted with the success of the event. "We are thrilled to be celebrating the 20th year anniversary of the Auxiliary. We have amazing founders who have created a legacy that we are proud to continue. Raising funds for developmentally disabled adults and children served by the Parca Organization is a purpose that inspires all of us. We are confident that the proceeds from this annual fundraiser change their lives for the better, and in return, our lives are enriched because we have made a difference in our community," said McCusker. Diana Conti, Executive Director of Parca Organization, thanked everyone for their dedication to making a difference in the lives of Parca Organization’s developmentally disabled clients. “Because of all of you, all of the people in San Mateo County who have developmental disabilities that need community support systems are able to receive that support so that they may live as independently as possible,” said Conti. She went on to introduce a mother and her child who is developmentally disabled. Judy Brown and her daughter Ionella shared their inspiring and moving story. “Parca has made a huge difference in our life. Parca is the lifeline for our children and gives hope, one to one, now and for the future,” said Brown. The funds raised at the luncheon will benefit three critical areas of the Parca Organization: All Fund-A-Need donations will be used towards the purchase of a new passenger van. The Family Support Services program which offers a variety of services to adults and children with developmental disabilities and their families will benefit. Funds will also be allocated to the Courtney Jones Memorial Endowment, a long-term financial safety net for the operations of Parca Organization. About Parca Organization About Parca Auxiliary For more information, please contact: Kim Bottoms, Publicity Chair, 650.652.9739, parcapr@yahoo.com For more information about Parca, please contact: Diana Conti, Executive Director, 650.312.0730, http://www.parca.org
The Parca Auxiliary is devoted to raising money and awareness for Parca Organization, a private non-profit group providing programs and services to people with developmental disabilities, and their families, in the Bay Area.
2008 Parca Auxiliary Board of Directors (as shown in attached photograph from left to right): Back Row: Paige Meek-VP Program Services, Julie Lev-Social Coordinator, Paige Cattano-VP Events, Paige Burns-Parliamentarian, Keara Meyercord-VP Membership. Middle Row: Lara McDonald-VP Auction, Carolyn McCusker-VP Events, Ann Aristides-Treasurer, Amelia Nash-Secretary. Front Row: Suzy Lester-VP Membership, Kim Bottoms-Publicity, Paige Farsad-Sustainer Liaison, Amy Underwood-President. Not pictured: Vicky Jones-Sustainer Liaison, Nicole Goligoski-VP Development, Anita Cole Wu-Database/RSVPs.
2008 Auxiliary Provisional Class (as shown in attached photograph from left to right): Barrie Mengarelli, Momoe Sasaki, Elaine Breeze, Kristen Dumont Brent, Cara Dakin, Brenda Montes-Esposito, Shannon Durnin, Heather Krumins, Jennifer Sanders. Not pictured: Jenifer Smyth, Melissa Coleman.
For more information about Parca Auxiliary, please contact: PARCA AUXILIARY PRESENTS RECORD BREAKING CHECK
Auxiliary President Paige Burns presented the largest check to date to the Executive Director of Parca Organization, Diana Conti. The record breaking funds were generated at Parca Auxiliary’s 19th Annual 2007 Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, held in May at the Hillsborough estate of Chris and Sarah Redlich. Conti was absolutely thrilled with the generous donation and emphasized what a difference this will make for Parca clients. The proceeds will be allocated as follows: $75,000 to the Parca Organization operating budget, $25,000 to the “Courtney Jones Memorial Endowment”, $75,000 towards paying off mortgages of Parca facilities and $15,000 will be used for Fund-A-Need” emergencies. At the same Parca Auxiliary meeting, the Auxiliary presented “Parca’s Angel Award” to the Law Firm of Cotchett, Pitre, and McCarthy. The firm had donated a check of $115,000 to Parca Organization, proceeds from a portion of unclaimed settlements left over from a class action lawsuit. Mark Molumphy and Neil Swartzberg accepted the award on behalf of Cotchett, Pitre, and McCarthy. This award was newly created for Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy in recognition of the firm’s generous donation. Mark Molumphy expressed hope that other law firms and companies will be encouraged to give back to the community with this example.
For more information about Parca Auxiliary, please contact: Keara Meyercord, Publicity, parcapr@yahoo.com · 650.740.6514 · www.parca.org/Auxiliary.html Parca Auxiliary ---NEWS ALERT--- May 23, 2007 PARCA AUXILIARY’S “IN STYLE WITH PARCA” SPRING LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW WAS A STYLISH AND SUCCESSFUL AFFAIR TO REMEMBER
High fashion and fantastic fundraising was brought to Hillsborough with the “In Style with Parca – Fashion for a Cause” event. The sold-out luncheon was held at the Hillsborough estate of Chris and Sarah Redlich, an elegant French Country Revivalist home which overlooks the Burlingame Country Club golf course. The centerpiece of the luncheon setting was a sleek runway reminiscent of a New York Fashion Show. Guests sat beneath an elegant white canopy at long linear tables which flanked either side of the runway, and dined on a fabulous lunch provided by St. Claire’s Catering. Professional auctioneer Nuri Otis encouraged guests to give generously during the Live Auction which raised over $47,500 and the “Fund-a-Need” appeal, which brought in close to $25,000 for Parca’s Emergency Needs Fund. Live Auction items included an adorable Golden Retriever puppy that sold for $3000,
The afternoon’s grand finale was a Milan-caliber fashion show featuring the latest trends of spring and summer fashion from Burlingame’s own Malouf’s, Les Deux Copines, Loft, Fina, Sunglass Hut and All that Glitters. Male and Female models strutted down the elevated stage to funky, hip music, while wearing cutting-edge fashions ranging from casual to chic, eventually bringing the fashion forward crowd to their feet with applause. Co-chairs Caroline Low and Tera Gilmartin were delighted with the success of the event. “It is very satisfying to see such a consistently high level of support from our community, and it is truly gratifying to see so much collaborative hard work pay off for this wonderful cause,” said Low. Diana Conti, Executive Director of Parca Organization, thanked the Auxiliary for their dedication to making a difference in the lives of Parca Organization’s developmentally disabled clients. She went on to share a heartwarming letter from a mother of a child with Down syndrome who participates in REACH, Parca’s after school child care program. “This program has given our five year old son the opportunity to lead a happy, healthy and fulfilling life” read Conti. The majority of the proceeds from the luncheon will benefit Family Support Services, a resource for parents offering support, advocacy and information from the moment they learn they will have a baby with disabilities. The remaining proceeds raised will be placed in the Courtney Jones Memorial Endowment, a long-term financial safety net for the operations of the Parca Organization. Additional fundraising efforts consisted of a raffle of three fashionable items including a diamond and gold bracelet graciously donated by Steiner’s Jewelry, the luncheon ticket price of $125 per person, and a separate solicitation letter for individual donors prior to the event. In early May a “High Donor Cocktail Party” featuring Colleen Quen Couture was held at the Redlich estate for the individuals who donated $1,700 or more. At the luncheon, Lani Pringle was honored as Sustainer of the Year and Angela Rohde was honored as Active of the Year. “I am so proud of the sixty-four Auxiliary members who are committed to enriching the lives of Parca clients both through fundraising activities as well as organizing holiday celebrations for the clients throughout the year” said President Paige Burns. |
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