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Golfing for Kids 2011
A New Venue, Another Great Year
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| A perfect day for golf at Brynwood Golf and Country Club in Armonk. From left are Erik Porcaro; Richard Freire; Joe Rutigliano and Michael Greenman. |
Thanks to the hard work of a committee of volunteers, parents, and staff members, and the generous support of many friends, the 11th Annual Golfing for Kids netted over $120,000 for pre-schoolers who attend Arc of Westchester’s Children’s School for Early Development. The school provides educational, social and support services for children with autism and other developmental disabilities, from birth to five years of age and their families throughout Westchester County.
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| Gene Porcaro, event co-chair, and Fran Porcaro are happy with the large turnout on a picture perfect day. | Fran Higgins, Arc of Westchester Foundation, and Tony Rizzi, event co-chair prior to the shotgun start. |
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| Keith Cox enjoyed playing his foresome alongside his daughter, Kyra, a future LPGA golf pro. | |
Over 140 guests played golf on a beautiful sunny day and 300 attended a banquet at the Brynwood Golf and Country Club in Armonk, NY. The annual event, hosted by the Arc of Westchester Foundation and The Children's School for Early Development, was once again a huge success. This golf outing is vital since it supports underfunded programs at the school.
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Mary Calvi, WCBS News Anchor and friend of the school, welcomed guests and thanked them for their ongoing support of this important cause.
The Mauro Family of Pelham Manor received the Family Partner Award for their continued commitment to children with developmental disabilities and their families. Ralph and Annette Mauro have been longtime supporters of the Children’s School for Early Development. “The therapists, special education teachers and advocates were the foundation for our daughter’s success when she first entered the preschool over 15 years ago.” said Annette Mauro.
Dr. Peter Richel received the first annual Caring for Kids Award. Dr. Richel is a tremendous resource to the school as their volunteer Medical Director, and his musical talents and generous donations to the school have helped maintain quality service for the children and their families. Dr. Richel is a pediatric physician affiliated with Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco.
The Business Partner Award was presented to Broadview Networks of Rye Brook. The company has been a financial supporter for over 11 years, to the Children’s School as well as to the agency’s capital campaign.
Over 80 silent auction items tempted guests at the banquet. Raffle and live auction prizes included an Irish castle getaway, private yacht excursion, exotic island villa and Saturday Night Live tickets. We are so grateful to all the friends and supporters of this wonderful annual event.
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| The Mauro Family received the Family Partner Award. From left are Jennifer, Thomas, Annette, Amy and Ralph Mauro along with The Children's School Director, Fran Porcaro. |
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| Dr. Peter Richel received the Caring for Kids Award from Fran Porcaro. All event honorees were presented with artwork created by an individual who participates in Arc of Westchester's Art Program. |
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| Broadview Networks of Rye Brook received the Business Partner Award. From left; Marco Ovalle, TSM Director for Broadview Networks; Tony Rizzi, event co-chair; George Foland, VP of Direct Sales for Broadview Networks, and Fran Porcaro, Director of Arc of Westchester's Children's School for Early Development. |
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From left: Dan Ollen; local artist Jane Carmody and husband, Mike Carmody with Jim Lamonda at the event banquet. Jane donated one of her paintings to the silent auction. |
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| Shown from left: Sandy Richel with husband Dr. Peter Richel; Leanna Richel; Amy Richel, and Craig Kelly shared this special evening together. |
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| Excitement filled the air when the live bidding took place during the banquet. |
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| From left: Pauline Spitzer; Debbie Bisaccia; JJ Rizzi; and Tom Montagnino enjoyed the evening together. Debbie was highest bidder in the live auction winning a trip to a castle in Ireland! |
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| The Mauro Family took a moment on the patio to get the perfect family pose. |
