2013
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Hurricane Sandy Relief Fundraiser Soup Kitchen FEB CT Female Veterans Recognition Dinner CT VA Soup Kitchen Olio Fundraiser MARCH Soup Kitchen Girl Rising Film Screening APRIL Soup Kitchen Gator Greats - 4th & 5th Graders weekly Timothy Coppola Bicycle Helmet Giveaway Ferguson Library Fundraiser Josh & Tyler Stephens Walkathon MAY Soup Kitchen Flag Planting with VFW for Memorial Day Springdale Cleanup & Planting Boys & Girls Club 5K Run JUNE Soup Kitchen Hope In Motion |
JULY
Soup Kitchen Food Drive AUG Soup Kitchen Summer Food Drive Zumba For James Lacerenza SEPT Soup Kitchen OCT Soup Kitchen Trump Parc Climb with ALA NOV Soup Kitchen Coat Drive DEC Soup Kitchen Holiday Gift Giving - Adopt a Family Coat Drive CT & NC - 2200 Coats |
Help Springdale Neighborhood Assoc / Springdale Cleanup
Saturday May 18th, 9am
Each year in the spring, the Springdale Neighborhood Association organizes a clean-up along Hope St. This year they are enlisting our help. If you can give a hand, it would be greatly appreciated. Also, roadwork is being done along Hope St to widen the road, create turning lanes, adding new sidewalks, trees, etc to beautify the neighborhood, a project that has been 10 yrs in the making.
The cleanup is for May 18 from 9-12, meeting at park by Amore's resturant. Their goal for this year (due to construction starting down there soon), is to focus on the train station and working their way north and south on Hope street and Camp avenue. They would also like to clean up the old cemeteries that are along Hope street if they have the help.
**Also they will be having a plant sale too.
Rain or shine!
The cleanup is for May 18 from 9-12, meeting at park by Amore's resturant. Their goal for this year (due to construction starting down there soon), is to focus on the train station and working their way north and south on Hope street and Camp avenue. They would also like to clean up the old cemeteries that are along Hope street if they have the help.
**Also they will be having a plant sale too.
Rain or shine!
Say 'Thank You' to a Veteran
February 2013
CT VA Healthcare Center
Backyard Humanitarian volunteer opportunity to assist the CT VA with an upcoming Connecticut Women Veteran Recognition Ceremony.
RECOGNIZE/HONOR A VETERAN
Help with the event setup & decorating and tasks for attendance during ceremony.
Limited volunteer spots on event day - must be confirmed.
DONATE:
Donate a gift card to an honoree. We are accepting gift cards of $50 to be given directly to a female veteran honoree. We suggest a group get together and donate a small dollar amount.
We are also contributing 5 raffle baskets.
Thank you to gift basket sponsors: NAGI Jewelers, Stamford Toys, Kitty Brown, Noelle Spa, Backyard Humanitarians.
RECOGNIZE/HONOR A VETERAN
Help with the event setup & decorating and tasks for attendance during ceremony.
Limited volunteer spots on event day - must be confirmed.
DONATE:
Donate a gift card to an honoree. We are accepting gift cards of $50 to be given directly to a female veteran honoree. We suggest a group get together and donate a small dollar amount.
We are also contributing 5 raffle baskets.
Thank you to gift basket sponsors: NAGI Jewelers, Stamford Toys, Kitty Brown, Noelle Spa, Backyard Humanitarians.
VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Backyard Humanitarian supports CT Veterans.
General Info to volunteer or Give at the CT VA -West Haven, CT
- 2/14/13- Upcoming - Women Veterans Recognition Ceremony
- Six Strings For Soldiers - Guitar drive for PTSD Music Therapy Program
- Winter Coats, Hats, Scarves & Gloves Collection Drives for Homeless Veterans
- Holiday Mail for Heroes and Veterans Appreciation cards
General Info to volunteer or Give at the CT VA -West Haven, CT
BH for Boys & Girls Club 5K Run
May 22, 2013
Backyard Humanitarians Volunteered for the Boys and Girls Club Corporate 5K.
The route was in the South End starting by Commons Park,www.StamfordBoysandGirls5K.com
Helping along the route, at check-in and for bib and t-shirt pick up.
The race was Thursday May 22nd and Backyard Humanitarians helped from 3pm till needed.
The route was in the South End starting by Commons Park,www.StamfordBoysandGirls5K.com
Helping along the route, at check-in and for bib and t-shirt pick up.
The race was Thursday May 22nd and Backyard Humanitarians helped from 3pm till needed.
HOPE IN MOTION WALK/RUN/RIDE
BH TEAM BREATHE
Walk, Run or Ride or Volunteer
WALK/RUN/RIDE:
On Sunday, June 2, 2013, we’ll gather in Columbus Park for a great day with the following events:
•5K Walk through downtown Stamford
•5K timed Run through downtown Stamford
•10-, 25-, or 50-mile bike Ride that passes through Stamford and New York.
You are invited to join Team Backyard Humanitarian for Hope in Motion benefiting Stamford Hospital's Bennett Cancer Center.
Team Page link:
http://hopeinmotionWRR.kintera.org/backyardhumanitarian
VOLUNTEER:
We will have a team participating and a team volunteering. Volunteers will help with course monitoring and possibly food and beverages. Training for volunteers is on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at the Tully Health Center located at 32 Strawberry Hill Court in Stamford. There are two sessions, 12:00-1:30 and 6:00-7:30. Volunteers only have to attend one session and t-shirts will be handed out.
Volunteers must Email us to sign up. volunteer@backyardhumanitarian.org re: Hope In Motion Volunteer Team Breathe
DONATE:
If you can't be there but would like to support you can also give a tax deductible donation to help us reach our goal. All proceeds 100%, go directly to the Stamford Hospital Bennett Cancer Center (not BH). Thank You!
http://www.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1049415
https://www.facebook.com/hopeinmotion
Plant Flags on graves of veterans
with Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9617
Saturday, May 18th 8am
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 9617 invites everyone to help us plant flags on the graves of some 4,000 Stamford area veterans. We thank all those who helped us do so last year!
Date/Time: Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 8AM
Locations (all in Stamford):
• St John’s Cemetery - Camp Ave and Hope St
• Woodland Cemetery – 66 Woodland Ave
After working the two above, we will need teams to rotate to:
• Queen of Peace Cemetery
• Long Ridge Union Cemetery
Hope to see you there!
Archie Elam
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9617
cell: 203-554-1010
Date/Time: Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 8AM
Locations (all in Stamford):
• St John’s Cemetery - Camp Ave and Hope St
• Woodland Cemetery – 66 Woodland Ave
After working the two above, we will need teams to rotate to:
• Queen of Peace Cemetery
• Long Ridge Union Cemetery
Hope to see you there!
Archie Elam
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9617
cell: 203-554-1010
Girl Rising at Majestic Theater
March 2013
BH Founder Angela Malizia worked with high school classmate Julie Trell and Gail Trell to bring Girl Rising to a Stamford audience.
Many friends, family and Backyard Humanitarians attended to support this effort, as well as guests/clients from the Women's Mentoring Network representing countries that were also in the film.
It was a full house a the Majestic Bowtie theater in Stamford, CT for the Girl Rising screening. Welcome remarks from co-hosts Gail. G. Trell, Angela Malizia, and Julie Trell. Additionally, welcome words from 10x10 Social Media Manager, Jessica Somerhausen and from Room To Read, Jennifer Bowen.
Watch a video clip
About Girl Rising:
Official Girl Rising Trailer
Girl Rising is a global campaign for girls’ education.We use the power of storytelling to share the simple truth that educating girls can transform societies. Girl Rising unites girls, women, boys and men who believe every girl has the right to go to school and the right to reach her full potential. Our mission is to change the way the world values the girl.Everything we do is to ensure that girls’ education is part of the mainstream conversation. We raise awareness about the issue, inspire action and drive resources to our partners, and together we make change happen. We do this through film and other tools, such as educational and advocacy videos, screening guides and a free standards-aligned school curriculum.
Many friends, family and Backyard Humanitarians attended to support this effort, as well as guests/clients from the Women's Mentoring Network representing countries that were also in the film.
It was a full house a the Majestic Bowtie theater in Stamford, CT for the Girl Rising screening. Welcome remarks from co-hosts Gail. G. Trell, Angela Malizia, and Julie Trell. Additionally, welcome words from 10x10 Social Media Manager, Jessica Somerhausen and from Room To Read, Jennifer Bowen.
Watch a video clip
About Girl Rising:
Official Girl Rising Trailer
Girl Rising is a global campaign for girls’ education.We use the power of storytelling to share the simple truth that educating girls can transform societies. Girl Rising unites girls, women, boys and men who believe every girl has the right to go to school and the right to reach her full potential. Our mission is to change the way the world values the girl.Everything we do is to ensure that girls’ education is part of the mainstream conversation. We raise awareness about the issue, inspire action and drive resources to our partners, and together we make change happen. We do this through film and other tools, such as educational and advocacy videos, screening guides and a free standards-aligned school curriculum.
Joshua and Tyler Stephens Memorial Fund
6th Annual Golf Tournament
August 12, 2013 8am
A note from Josh and Tyler's mom, Davette:
We hope you can participate in this golf event on 8/12 - 8am start.
$150 Golf at E. Gaynor Brennan/Hubbard Heights and lunch at Pellicci's $65 Lunch only.
Since the Memorial Fund was created in 2008 it has given scholarships to:
Over 33 Stamford elementary and middle school boys to play in the Stamford youth football league,
The fund has helped so many children and the need to continue is still there. This Memorial Fund keeps me going each year knowing the loss of Josh and Tyler will never be forgotten and their bright smiles will remain in my memory, it brings me joy to make other children smile and have the opportunity to enjoy life.
Help to continue to assist and support the foundation to be able to continue helping youths in sports/organized activities scholarships and academic scholarships.
HOW BACKYARD HUMANITARIANS CAN HELP
-Golf
-Attend the lunch
-Share this opportunity with golfers
-Make a donation
-Share this opportunity to make a donation
Email volunteer@backyardhumanitarian.org to learn more.
We hope you can participate in this golf event on 8/12 - 8am start.
$150 Golf at E. Gaynor Brennan/Hubbard Heights and lunch at Pellicci's $65 Lunch only.
Since the Memorial Fund was created in 2008 it has given scholarships to:
Over 33 Stamford elementary and middle school boys to play in the Stamford youth football league,
- 10 Stamford elementary and middle school girls to cheer lead in the Stamford youth football league
- 2 children to play on the Stamford youth basketball travel team
- Awarded several elementary and middle schools libraries with books to promote literacy
- Awarded 2 high school students with the Trinity award, several high school students going to college
- Sponsored girls for softball teams
- 1 child for gymnastics
- 1 child for ballet
- 1 child for youth hockey.
The fund has helped so many children and the need to continue is still there. This Memorial Fund keeps me going each year knowing the loss of Josh and Tyler will never be forgotten and their bright smiles will remain in my memory, it brings me joy to make other children smile and have the opportunity to enjoy life.
Help to continue to assist and support the foundation to be able to continue helping youths in sports/organized activities scholarships and academic scholarships.
HOW BACKYARD HUMANITARIANS CAN HELP
-Golf
-Attend the lunch
-Share this opportunity with golfers
-Make a donation
-Share this opportunity to make a donation
Email volunteer@backyardhumanitarian.org to learn more.
July & August 2013 -SUMMER FOOD DRIVE at STOP & SHOP RIDGEWAY
Our BH Summer Food Drive for Person-to- Person will be happening on Saturday July 20th outside Stop & Shop Ridgeway, from 10am-1pm. This food goes directly to families in Fairfield County who are in need. Volunteer Opportunity to help us collect. Any amount of time you can give is appreciated, please email to sign up or to get info on helping in other ways.
Other ways you can help:
Collect in your neighborhood. Start a collection at your office. Or, having a party? Ask guests to bring a few items of food to fill up a bag.
People shouldn't be hungry in Stamford when Backyard Humanitarians can help.
Food request list (flyer below):
Peanut Butter
Jelly
Crackers
Cookies
Pancake mix
Spaghetti sauce
Canned fruit
100% Fruit Juice
Cereal
Oatmeal
Dried Soup ( ie Ramen)
Jello/pudding mix
Update how we've helped so far in 2013:
8/2013 - donated 103 bags of food to Person-to-Person Darien
8/2013 - Donated at least 3 bags of groceries directly to eight BH friends in need
Other ways you can help:
Collect in your neighborhood. Start a collection at your office. Or, having a party? Ask guests to bring a few items of food to fill up a bag.
People shouldn't be hungry in Stamford when Backyard Humanitarians can help.
Food request list (flyer below):
Peanut Butter
Jelly
Crackers
Cookies
Pancake mix
Spaghetti sauce
Canned fruit
100% Fruit Juice
Cereal
Oatmeal
Dried Soup ( ie Ramen)
Jello/pudding mix
Update how we've helped so far in 2013:
8/2013 - donated 103 bags of food to Person-to-Person Darien
8/2013 - Donated at least 3 bags of groceries directly to eight BH friends in need
Hurricane Sandy Relief Concert at Rack & Roll for Person to Person
with Solistic, Impulse CT and Jump The Gunn
January 2013
Wonderful job by Backyard Humanitarian & Event creator/organizer Mike Yaggi for wanting to help people affected by Hurricane Sandy. Big Thank You to Rack & Roll for hosting us, to the Awesome bands; Solistic, Impulse CT and Jump The Gunn who gave their time for this important cause and put on such an amazing show! And Big Thank You to all the fans, Backyard Humanitarians, old friends and new who came down, it was great to see you!
All proceeds went directly to Person To Person, Darien, to assist local residents directly, helping them to get back on track after one of the worst hurricanes we've seen hit our area.
This is what it's all about, helping each other in time of need. Great job everyone!!
Thank you everyone! You all rock!!
All proceeds went directly to Person To Person, Darien, to assist local residents directly, helping them to get back on track after one of the worst hurricanes we've seen hit our area.
This is what it's all about, helping each other in time of need. Great job everyone!!
Thank you everyone! You all rock!!
Timothy Coppola Bicycle Helmet Giveaway
w/Stamford Police Association
April 27th 9am - 1pm
Backyard Humanitarians are helping and supporting The Stamford Police Association for the 2013 Timothy Coppola Bicycle Helmet Giveaway on Saturday April 27th. You can join us - your help can save a child's life.
HELMET FITTING TRAINING - 4/19 5PM at Stamford Police Headquarters.
About the Event:
On April 27th from 9am-1pm at Fairway Market in Stamford the Stamford Police Association will be giving away 1,000 free bike helmets.
Saturday 4/27
Setup - 7am-9am
Line Control & Security - 9am-1pm
Measuring 9am-1pm
Helmet runners 9am-12noon
Helmet Fitters - 9am-1pm
Close-1pm-2pm
Backyard Humanitarians are needed to help with setup, line control, helmet organizing/running, measuring and fitting.
Helmet fitting training will be provided before the event on Friday April 19th.
Please email us to reserve your spot as a volunteer- volunteer@backyardhumanitarian.org. You must be pre-registered to volunteer for this event.
About Timothy Coppola:
Glen and Peggy Coppola started the bike helmet giveaway in 1995 after the death of their only child, Timothy, died at the age of 10 from traumatic brain injury (TBI). In late August of 1992 Timothy (then age 8) was involved in a car/bicycle accident resulting in this injury. This accident occurred less than 300 feet from their home.
Timothy sustained a terrible debilitating brain injury resulting in multiple brain operations including having a large portion of his skull removed (and then later a plate to replace the missing skull fragment), a large section of his brain removed, the insertions of several "shunts" to remove brain fluid, surgery that required skin grafting, surgery to cut both heel cords as well as multiple other surgeries.
Timothy always wore a helmet except that one time.
HELMET FITTING TRAINING - 4/19 5PM at Stamford Police Headquarters.
About the Event:
On April 27th from 9am-1pm at Fairway Market in Stamford the Stamford Police Association will be giving away 1,000 free bike helmets.
Saturday 4/27
Setup - 7am-9am
Line Control & Security - 9am-1pm
Measuring 9am-1pm
Helmet runners 9am-12noon
Helmet Fitters - 9am-1pm
Close-1pm-2pm
Backyard Humanitarians are needed to help with setup, line control, helmet organizing/running, measuring and fitting.
Helmet fitting training will be provided before the event on Friday April 19th.
Please email us to reserve your spot as a volunteer- volunteer@backyardhumanitarian.org. You must be pre-registered to volunteer for this event.
About Timothy Coppola:
Glen and Peggy Coppola started the bike helmet giveaway in 1995 after the death of their only child, Timothy, died at the age of 10 from traumatic brain injury (TBI). In late August of 1992 Timothy (then age 8) was involved in a car/bicycle accident resulting in this injury. This accident occurred less than 300 feet from their home.
Timothy sustained a terrible debilitating brain injury resulting in multiple brain operations including having a large portion of his skull removed (and then later a plate to replace the missing skull fragment), a large section of his brain removed, the insertions of several "shunts" to remove brain fluid, surgery that required skin grafting, surgery to cut both heel cords as well as multiple other surgeries.
Timothy always wore a helmet except that one time.
CLIMB TRUMP PARC
BH TEAM BREATHE
SATURDAY OCTOBER 19, 2013
Climb or Volunteer
CLIMB - Join us and the American Lung Association on Saturday, October 19, 2013 and compete in a challenge unlike any other! CLIMB TRUMP PARC with Team Backyard Humanitarian - recipient of the 'Team Spirit Award' in 2012.
Race, run, or walk up 34 floors inside Stamford’s tallest residential building. You can do it!! Firefighters from all over the Northeast will climb the 588 stairs in FULL GEAR.
VOLUNTEER -
We've got a volunteer job for you. Sign up on the website -http://action.lung.org/site/TR/Climb/ALANE_Northeast/75746125?pg=team&fr_id=8020&team_id=75550
or email us directly - volunteer@backyardhumanitarian.org
CLIMB - Join us and the American Lung Association on Saturday, October 19, 2013 and compete in a challenge unlike any other! CLIMB TRUMP PARC with Team Backyard Humanitarian - recipient of the 'Team Spirit Award' in 2012.
Race, run, or walk up 34 floors inside Stamford’s tallest residential building. You can do it!! Firefighters from all over the Northeast will climb the 588 stairs in FULL GEAR.
VOLUNTEER -
We've got a volunteer job for you. Sign up on the website -http://action.lung.org/site/TR/Climb/ALANE_Northeast/75746125?pg=team&fr_id=8020&team_id=75550
or email us directly - volunteer@backyardhumanitarian.org
Holiday Gift Giving
11/15/13 - 12/6/13
11/22/13 - 12/6/13 - Holiday Gift Drive for kids in need, 12 and under,
Lists will be distribute beginning next week until 11/27.
BH Volunteers needed to manage wishlists, organize volunteers, collect gifts.
Working with our community partner Women's Mentoring Network to bring holiday smiles to kids in need.
Lists will be distribute beginning next week until 11/27.
BH Volunteers needed to manage wishlists, organize volunteers, collect gifts.
Working with our community partner Women's Mentoring Network to bring holiday smiles to kids in need.
STAMFORD CT - UPDATE 2013
BH Coat Drive with Mario's Professional Cleaners
Coats were sorted & distributed to various organizations including:
Public drop off locations:
- Body Reset USA & Zumba w/Lisa May, at Bobby Valentine's Sports Academy, 72 Camp Ave, Stamford, CT
- Giuliano's Music Center, 123 High Ridge Rd (Lower level) Stamford, CT 06905 & 351 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820
- Palmer's Market, 264 Heights Road, Darien, CT
- Ridgeway Cleaners, 2802 Summer Street, Stamford CT
- Splash Carwash, 649 Hope Street, Stamford, CT and also 251 Post Rd. Darien, CT 625 W. Putnam Ave, Greenwich CT
- WGCH Radio AM 1490, 71 Lewis Street, Greenwich, CT
Thank you to our supporters!
Corporate, Group & School Collections:
CooperSurgical
ConAir Corp
ICON International
First Niagra Bank
First United Methodist Church
Fitness For Your Cause w/Michele
Lapine
Team Connecticut - Girls Fast Pitch Travel Softball Org.
The Mead School
The Neighborhood Church
Ponus Yacht Club
Reddi Rooster
RFR Realty
SalesForce.com
St. Leo RC Church
Stamford Museum and Nature Center preschool
Tiger Schulmann's MMA
Moms in Weston, CT
Family & Friends Collections
Team Chill Joanne
Team Chill Lombardo
Team Chill Melissa
Team Chill Roseann
Team Dana
BH Coat Drive with Mario's Professional Cleaners
Coats were sorted & distributed to various organizations including:
- Inspirica Family Shelter
- Women's Mentoring Network
- Boys & Girls Club of Stamford
- Liberation House
- The Yerwood Center
- Pacific House Shelter
Public drop off locations:
- Body Reset USA & Zumba w/Lisa May, at Bobby Valentine's Sports Academy, 72 Camp Ave, Stamford, CT
- Giuliano's Music Center, 123 High Ridge Rd (Lower level) Stamford, CT 06905 & 351 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820
- Palmer's Market, 264 Heights Road, Darien, CT
- Ridgeway Cleaners, 2802 Summer Street, Stamford CT
- Splash Carwash, 649 Hope Street, Stamford, CT and also 251 Post Rd. Darien, CT 625 W. Putnam Ave, Greenwich CT
- WGCH Radio AM 1490, 71 Lewis Street, Greenwich, CT
Thank you to our supporters!
Corporate, Group & School Collections:
CooperSurgical
ConAir Corp
ICON International
First Niagra Bank
First United Methodist Church
Fitness For Your Cause w/Michele
Lapine
Team Connecticut - Girls Fast Pitch Travel Softball Org.
The Mead School
The Neighborhood Church
Ponus Yacht Club
Reddi Rooster
RFR Realty
SalesForce.com
St. Leo RC Church
Stamford Museum and Nature Center preschool
Tiger Schulmann's MMA
Moms in Weston, CT
Family & Friends Collections
Team Chill Joanne
Team Chill Lombardo
Team Chill Melissa
Team Chill Roseann
Team Dana
COAT DRIVE NEW HAVEN, CT 2013
In 2013 - We collected New or Very Gently Used, Clean, Warm, Adult Size Winter Coats for Men and Women from December 23rd until January 20th. We invite the New Haven area community to join this effort.
Have you ever been outside in the winter cold without a warm coat?
Unfortunately, this is a reality for many people in New Haven. We want to help make sure that no one has to face this winter without a warm coat! We want to collect enough warm coats for anyone who needs one. You can help!
Thank you to our Coat Drive Supporters!
Comfort Keepers, Guilford, CT
East Haven Fire Department Volunteer Company 1
Pearce Real Estate, North Haven & New Haven, CT
Seawich Sandwich Shop, Branford, CT
Shoreline Neighbors
In 2013 - We collected New or Very Gently Used, Clean, Warm, Adult Size Winter Coats for Men and Women from December 23rd until January 20th. We invite the New Haven area community to join this effort.
Have you ever been outside in the winter cold without a warm coat?
Unfortunately, this is a reality for many people in New Haven. We want to help make sure that no one has to face this winter without a warm coat! We want to collect enough warm coats for anyone who needs one. You can help!
Thank you to our Coat Drive Supporters!
Comfort Keepers, Guilford, CT
East Haven Fire Department Volunteer Company 1
Pearce Real Estate, North Haven & New Haven, CT
Seawich Sandwich Shop, Branford, CT
Shoreline Neighbors