June 9th, 2012
Global Delaware, Non-Profit, Local & Global, Education & Sustainability, Fundraising Event, Delaware Beaches
It was another one of those evenings when you are taken back by the generosity of our communities.
A fundraising event for Global Delaware. Until last year, I really did not know what it was or what it actually did. I know now a little bit more. You are probably wondering, what is it?
The Global Delaware Fund was established by restauranteur and philanthropist, Matthew Haley and SoDel Concepts. Since its inception the mission was to promote education and sustainability, here, in Delaware and around the globe. Our little small wonder of a state is making a difference all the way to Nepal.
The Global Delaware Fund is managed by Hugh Leahy of Delaware Community Foundation, 36 The Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947. Tel. 302-856-4393. Email: hleahy@delcf.org. Website? www.theglobaldelawarefund.com.
Global Delaware is a non-profit organization. It provides goods and services to children at risk in distressed situations. And, also provides essential services to children and adults, here, in Delaware and beyond.
Some of these services, which are essential, and some of us take it for granted, are clothing, shelter and food.
Counseling, mentoring, scholarships, fellowships, and education grants for students in grades K-12, including support for special needs and students with learning disabilities.
Some of the beneficiaries are: La Esperanza, Crossroads Drug Treatment Center, Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre, Delaware’s Foster Children, Youth Development: Domestic Skills Classes, Children and Families First of Delaware, Boys and Girls Club Delaware, Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, Delaware Center for the Inland Bays, Pranjal Academy in Nepal, and Victory House Boy’s.
Matt gave us all a brief introduction of what Global Delaware is all about and its importance. The evening had a purpose; that while having a fun night, the raising of funds would be key to its success.
And it was. There was a huge silent auction. The shops, restaurants, went all out in their donations. Spa packages, golf packages, clothing, jewelry, wine, and art.
Just enough items on the live auction. Butch Emmert from Emmert Auctions was the auctioneer for the evening. Butch is colorful, energetic and fun. If you have seen him in action, you know what I mean.
This event took place at Fish On in Lewes, Delaware. Morsels of delicious appetizers were being passed around. My crabcake was tasty and just the right size to pop in my mouth.
One of the items that caught my attention, and I imagine the attention of many others, was the Airfare and 3 night stay for two at Wine Resort Conti Di San Bonifacio in Tuscany, Italy. This is an exclusive jewel of a hotel, suspended between sky and vines. Perfect for those who seek a retreat from their busy lives. You want to know more? Check http://www.disanbonifacio.com.
I think Matt and Global Delaware were happy with the outcome of the evening. Everyone had a good time, much needed funds were raised.
Note: Online donations are accepted through the Delaware Community Foundation, www.delcf.org. To donate by check, please make it payable to: The Global Delaware Fund, P.O. Box 31, Bethany Beach, DE 19930. Every little helps someone in need.
And, when donating, please specify whether you would like your funds distributed locally or abroad.
Oh, I almost forgot to tell you…Global Delaware is on Facebook. Go ahead and “Like” them.
Some information for this post was taken from Global Delaware Fund. Have a great week-end!! Talk to you later…
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