We’re so glad to be providing you updates on all the wonderful things happening at St. Catherine’s Center for Children - all of which are made possible through “Friends of St. Catherine’s” - like YOU! Thank you for your support. We hope you enjoy our newsletter!
Our R & E May School hosted its very own basketball tournament! Held in the school’s gymnasium, the day started with a Staff vs. Staff tournament, then a Students vs. Students competition, followed by a Staff vs. Students game. Lastly, students had a chance to show off their skills in a Student Basketball Shot Challenge!
This was truly a memory that the students will never forget and we can’t thank our R & E May School staff enough for organizing such a fun-filled event.
Thank you to the Guilderland Chamber of Commerce, the Westmere Fire Department, the sponsors, all participating not-for-profits, and Marcus O’Neal, our chef.
We are proud to have come together as a community to share good food and great company in support of fantastic organizations. We’d especially like to thank Sandra Dollard, the Chamber’s Executive Director, and her staff for all their hard work and enthusiasm in coordinating a great event for the community.
Our Connections to Care Family Opportunity Center bridges the gap between the needs of our community and the resources available to them, providing parents and families with supportive programming, counseling services, and other essential resources to navigate an increasingly challenging world.
Recently, it was able to aid a single mother, raising two girls in poor conditions, by relocating them to safer housing and connecting them with wrap-around support services, including community providers, a local food pantry, and local support groups that help families with parenting skills and mentorship.
It also assisted a single father raising two children. As a newly full-time parent, he attended budgeting, resume, and parenting classes held at the FOC. Our Behavioral Health Specialist also worked with him for food shopping to promote his budgeting and meal planning skills.
L-R: Albany County Executive, the Honorable Dan McCoy, community members, Michele Puleo O’Hare, Executive Director of St. Catherine’s Foundation.
Hundreds turned out for Elvis: Good Rockin’ Tonight! Thank you to Elvis Tribute Artist Dan Fontaine, the Memphis Sun Mafia Band, Elvis Tribute Artist David Lee, and to friends and supporters of St. Catherine’s, who make our work possible.
A special thank you to our sponsors: Magic 590am, 100.5fm, MVP Health Care, Renaissance Albany, Uncommon Grounds Coffee and Bagels, MetLife, Lia Auto Group, and Vanguard-Fine LLC.
Royale, honoring: Rich & Melissa Carrier of Total Events, Inc., Mark Ustin of Farrell Fritz Attorneys and Sunmark Credit Union. Your participation directly impacts the number of people we can serve. Click below to learn more about oursponsorship opportunities!
• Baby Wipes
• Infant Diapers (Newborn & Larger Sizes)
Ethnic-Specific
• Shampoo & Conditioner (for curly/coarse hair)
• Leave-in Conditioner & Hair Oils (Cantu, Shea Moisture, Carol’s Daughter)
• Edge Control & Styling Gel
• Wide-Tooth Combs
• Detangling Brushes
• Bonnets
• Durags
• Silk/Satin Pillowcases
• Shea Butter Lotion
• Bubble Fidget Toys
• Hot Wheels
• Outdoor Toys
• Outdoor Games
• Crayons
• Coloring Books
• Bubbles
• Play-Doh
• Board Games
• Card Games
*Please keep donations in their original packaging. We are unable to accept used items. For more information, visit: www.st-cath.org.
• Body Wash & Bar Soap
• Deodorant
• Disposable Razors
• Shaving Cream Non-Ethnic Specific
• Mouthwash (Alcohol-Free Preferred)
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Toothpaste
• Toothbrushes
• Lotion
• Aldi
• BJ’s
• Gas Cards
• Hannaford
• Price Chopper Gift Cards
• Bathroom/All Purpose Cleaners,
• Clorox Mopping Cloths/Wipes
• Paper Towels
• Laundry Detergent
• Standard-size Pillows
• Swiffer Dust Cloth Refills
• Sam’s Club
• Shop ‘n’ Save
• Stewart’s
• Target
• Wal-Mart
• Swiffer Wet Cloth Refills
• Twin/Queen Mattress Pads
• Twin/Queen Mattress Protectors
• (Zippered) Ziplock Bags (Snack, Sandwich & Quart Size)
• Zippered Pillow Protectors
For any questions or to arrange delivery, please contact:
Michele O'Hare: mpuleoohare@st-cath.org or Dori O'Neal: doneal@st-cath.org
• SUPPORTS GENERATIONS OF CHILDREN
Creating a will is one of the most important steps you can take when planning for the future. Yet, many people put it off, thinking they don’t need one or that it can wait. The truth is, having a will is not just for the wealthy—it’s for everyone who wants to ensure their wishes are respected and their loved ones are cared for.
A will is a legal document that outlines how you want your assets—your money, property, and personal belongings— distributed after your passing. One of the most important ways to support St. Catherine’s Center for Children is by creating your legacy in your will or Revocable Living Trust. It is a gift that costs nothing today, but ensures St. Catherine’s can support generations of happy memories for children.
Creating a will doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We invite you to use FreeWill, a free, online tool that guides you through the process of creating your will in just 20 minutes. It’s free, no matter what, and can be used with an attorney to finalize your estate plans.
Our Brady Legacy Circle honors Anthony N. Brady, who in 1912 financed the building of Brady Maternity Hospital and the adjacent building at 40 N. Main Ave. that is home to St. Catherine’s Center for Children.
Legacy Giving can take on many forms. Here are just a few possibilities:
• A bequest provision for St. Catherine’s Center for Children in your will or revocable trust
• A life income gift, such as a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust, that names St. Catherine’s remainder beneficiary
• A gift of assignment or qualified plan assets, such as IRA, 401(k), or 403(b)
Gift commitments must be confirmed in writing, and are subject to some restrictions, to qualify for membership in St. Catherine’s Brady Legacy Circle.