Family Promise of Salem County SUMMER 2011

“Kids Helping Kids” Walk & Fun Day Raises $7,000

On Saturday, June 4, 2011 Family Promise of Salem County (FPSC)

hosted the third annual “Kids Helping Kids” Walk & Fun Day at the

Woodstown High School track and field.

Each spring, students of all ages raise sponsorship money to participate

in this fundraiser. Children walk laps and enjoy a morning of food and

games. Each receives a “Kids Helping Kids” T-shirt. This year there

was cotton candy, paint wheel art, face painting washable tattoos, and a

dunk tank, all donated by area businesses and individuals. Billy Roeske

was awarded an I-Pod Shuffle for raising more than $800!

Thanks to support from local businesses, churches, organizations, vol-

unteers and enthusiastic walkers, $7,000 was pledged to help homeless

children and their families. Special thanks to Co-Chairpersons Dawn

Parker and Martha Nealer and their committee of volunteers for making

this year’s event a great success!■

A Big Thank You to Our Sponsors! Thank you to all the business partners, organizations and families who spon-

sored the “Kids Helping Kids” Walk and Fun Day. Remember to patronize

these businesses for their generosity as they help Family Promise serve

homeless children and their families throughout Salem County. Go to the

fpsc-nj.org website for business websites links.

Atlantic Aviation Ben Laury & Laury Services

Castle Real Estate Curriden Auto Sales

Dempsey, Weiss & Associates Donna & Paul Davis

Dry Guys Waterproofing Father Time

Franklin Bank Gulf Oil

Helen’s Café & Gardens Henry D. Young, Inc.

Hickey Family Holiday Inn Express (Carney’s Pt.)

Horner & Horner L.L.C. Island Charities

Lake Garrison Lodge Family

Mary Shoemaker Teachers & Staff Michael Nadley Company

Parents Without Partners Payless Shoe Source

Peach Country Tractor PSEG

Ranch Hope Rapa Family

Robins’ Nest, Inc. SJCOM

TD Bank WHS Students of Service

Wild Oaks Golf Course Woodstown Massage Boutique

“Volunteer Recognition Picnic” Set for Aug. 5

Attention all Family Promise volun-

teers. Mark your calendar for

Friday night August 5, 2011. That’s

the date of the 2011 “Volunteer

Recognition Picnic” to be held from

4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Woodstown

Sportman’s Club.

Please bring your family and a cov-

ered dish. The FPSC Board will

provide hamburgers, chicken and

hotdogs under a pavilion in the

front of the park. Enjoy swimming

in the lake, There is a softball field,

fishing areas and playground too.

Attend this fun social gathering and

get to know volunteers from other

congregations.■

Page 2 FAMILY PROMISE OF SALEM COUNTY

Former FPSC Family Finds Opportunities in Northeastern PA A young couple with a baby girl were guests of Family Promise of Salem County for about

five months. The father was working but was not making enough money to support the

family. When an opportunity for a job came up working for his brother in Northeastern

Pennsylvania, the family decided to move out of Pennsville. Before they committed to the move, they were

able to find an affordable apartment and the mother was able to find a job as a cook in a local restaurant and

affordable childcare for their daughter.■

Family of 7 Finds Housing ! After months of paying off debt, saving money and seeking affordable housing, a Mom and Dad and their

five children found a house to rent that is affordable and big enough for their entire family. While the family

was in the FPSC network, the father who was previously unemployed, found a full-time job. With the help of

the Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the Delaware Valley, the family was able to develop a budget

and receive credit scores. Over time, they successfully paid off the balance on their vehicle and repaid past

due electric bills. They kept current with their auto insurance and made payments toward a other debts.

The family began attending the First Baptist Church of Salem while staying in the network. Grateful for the

help Family Promise provided to them, they decided to attend training to become FPSC volunteers during

First Baptist of Salem’s Host Weeks. The whole family provided a few meals and served food to our current

guests. On several occasions, both parents have stayed overnight separately to serve as Overnight Hosts.

Having experienced living in the in network as guests and now serving as volunteers, the family can provide

valuable insight about ways to improve accommodations for future families we serve. ■

Pennsville High School Students Form Family Promise Teens Community Service Group

Members of the Family Promise Teens

raised more than $700 for the Kids

Helping Kids Walk and Fun Day.

When high school students from Pennsville High School learned about Family

Promise of Salem County at a Career Day, they wanted to help. With the

guidance of FPSC Board of Trustee member Christine Hoehn, a group of 22

students formed Family Promise Teens.

So far the teens have volunteered their time at the May 20 Spaghetti Dinner

fundraiser and the June 4 “Kids Helping Kids” Walk and Fun Day. They have

made dinner for the families and hosted an ice cream party for children at the

Family Center. The teens solicited donations for the party from Hudock’s and

Pennsville Custard Stands, Walmart and Acme.

Currently the group is making tie-dyed T-shirts to sell at Pennville’s

Septemberfest. Donations of new white T-shirts in any size are needed.■

Page 3 FAMILY PROMISE OF SALEM COUNTY

Save the Date:

2011 “Taste of South Jersey” Set for Columbus Day, October 10

Mark you calendar to attend Family Promise of Salem County’s second annual

“Taste of South Jersey” fundraiser, Monday, October 10 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at

the Riverview Inn in Pennsville. A cash bar starts at 4:30 p.m. Event tickets will be

pre-sold beginning in September.

Last year’s event was a sellout with more than 285 people in attendance. Sixteen

area restaurants and caterers offered bite-sized samples of appetizers, soups,

entrees and desserts. Tasters voted for their favorites in each category. A basket

auction featuring 77 different baskets, each valued at $50 or more, were donated by

local businesses and organizations. In addition to basket auction tickets, patrons

purchased 50-50 raffle tickets and the 2010-11 Family Promise Discount Card,

enabling them to save throughout the year at several Salem County businesses.

According to “Taste of South Jersey” Chairperson Christine Hoehn, “This year’s

fundraiser promises to be even better. But our success depends on the continued

support of our community.” Here are some ways you can help. (E-mail Christine at

christinehoehn@yahoo.com for more information, or to participate.)

Restaurants and Caterers Host a tasting table, featuring one or two signature dishes (appetizer, soup,

entrée, or dessert).

Local Businesses Have your business listed on the new 2011-12 Family Promise Discount

Card. Each time a customer presents the card at the time of purchase he will

receive the discount. The card is good for one year. Family Promise volun-

teers will sell the cards for $10 in the coming weeks and the night of the

Taste of South Jersey fundraiser.

Businesses and Community Organizations Place an advertisement in the “Taste of South Jersey” program booklet.

(Ads are affordable and range in price from $15 to $250.)

Donate a basket, valued at $50 or more, for the “Taste of South Jersey”

Basket Auction, (Call Basket Auction Chairperson Terry Ostrander

609-678-6930 if you plan to provide a basket.)

Purchase tickets for $25 each to attend the October 10th fundraiser. (Tickets

will be pre-sold in September. Watch the fpsc-nj.org website for details.)

Corporations and Large Businesses Become a Medallion Sponsor—Bronze $500, Silver $1,000 or Gold $2,500.

Thanks to these 2010

“Taste of South Jersey”

restaurants and caterers.

Acton’s Pig Roast and

Catering

Auburn Road Vineyard

Cakes by Diane

Carolina Blue

Conte’s Pasta Kitchen

DiPaolo’s Restaurant

Ginger Cake Café

Italian Kitchen

Papa Luigi’s

Ranch Hope Catering

Salem City Café

Sweet Mary’s

Exceptional Chocolates

The Riverview Inn

The Telford Inn

(Former: Beans Coffee Shop

Rushes Restaurant)

Family Promise of Salem County Family Center 391B South Broadway Pennsville, NJ 08070 Phone: 856-678-FPSC (3772) FAX: 856-678-4100 Website: www.fpsc-nj.org

Board of Directors:

Kathy Bodine, President

Dawn M. Parker, VP

Martha Nealer, Secretary

Julie Acton, Treasurer

Trustees:

Randall Clark

George Daisey

Linda Garrison

Kim Gattuso

Christine Hoehn

Peter Nines

Pastor Ralph Sielgel

Executive Director: Brenda M. Hecker E-mail: bhecker87@gmail.com

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Remember a Loved One With a Gift to Family Promise of Salem County

Do you want to honor the memory of a loved one who gave much to others during

their lifetime? Consider giving a financial gift in their memory to Family Promise of

Salem County.

Or, would you like to recognize the volunteer efforts of someone who currently gives

of their time and talents? Honor this special person for a birthday, anniversary or

other holiday with a financial donation to Family Promise.

When your gift is received, an “In Memory of” or “In Honor of” card and matching

envelope will be mailed to you. You can then send the card to the family of your

loved one to let them know a donation has been made in that person’s memory. Or,

you can send the donation card directly to someone you would like to honor.

Checks can be made payable to Family Promise of Salem County and mailed to:

FPSC Family Center

391B South Broadway

Pennsville, NJ 08070.

Please designate the kind of card you would like to receive. Your financial support enables FPSC to continue

helping homeless children and their families regain their independence.■

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