Corporate Partner Sponsor
Dear friends, The words “home” and “family” gained new importance to Bethesda Project in the last 15 months. In the face of a global pandemic and shelter-in-place orders, our guests, residents, staff, donors, and volunteers came together to keep each other safe. Residents took on additional cleaning tasks within and around their residences. Supporters and partners donated PPE, cleaning supplies, and meals. Everyone got creative with socially distanced and virtual alternatives to traditional group activities, keeping the bonds of our community strong in an especially isolating time. We moved forward as a community, committed to weathering the storm together. And despite the unique challenges of this past year, we continued to grow: • Opened 2 new locations • Welcomed 320 new residents into entry-level housing • Sheltered 375 overnight guests in emergency housing • Saw 95% of our residents maintain their housing stability Your support over the last year made this possible, and tonight, you can continue to help serve those that need our support the most with your bids on our silent auction, in our 50/50 raffle, or making a donation to our Giving Garden. Thank you for your loyal support, and for remembering the most vulnerable during this crucial time. Together we remain a caring family that can continue to thrive. With gratitude,
Tina Pagotto, CEO
Who We Are In the last 42 years, Bethesda Project grew from a single apartment to 16 housing locations across Philadelphia, including emergency shelter, entry-level programs, long-term supported housing, and independent housing. Our residents’ needs are not one-size-fits-all, and so we offer a continuum of care, including individualized care plans, long-term case management, referrals to outside providers, connection to legal aid, and walk-up meal service to over 1400 individuals experiencing homelessness every year. We foster community within our residences with democratic house meetings, special holiday meals, and frequent group activities. We are driven by our core values of compassion, service, and the inherent worth and dignity of all people. Our mission is to find and care for the abandoned poor and to be family with those who have none.
St. Mary’s [a location in the Church Shelter Program at Bethesda Project] is a place where you can go and the staff care about you; they ask how you’re doing, they make a genuine effort to help you get out of this situation. I had never seenthat in a shelter before: staff actually caring about us... I’m rebuilding myself from the ground up, but stronger this time – and, you know, I am stronger. I used to be afraid, but I don’t think that way anymore. I’m ready. I’m strong. My spirit is strong. - Charlie, Guest, Bethesda Project
Program Schedule Anytime
A virtual pre-show - including pictures and memories from the last year and sponsor acknowledgements - will begin
6:00pm
The 24th Annual Party & Auction - hosted by WHYY’s Kae Lani Palmisano - begins!
6:30pm
Virtual Experiences begin Enter the Virtual Party Lobby to connect with other partygoers as well as Bethesda Project staff and leadership (including CEO Tina Pagotto!), view silent auction items, and enjoy the contents of your party box!
Anytime 6:30pm
Vault + Vine Gardening Seed Starting Tutorial Video
Baology Chef Judy Ni leads a demonstration on how to make and cook wontons.
6:50pm
Five Iron Golf Philadelphia Director of Instruction Jeff Robinson leads a virtual golf clinic and Q&A - VIP
7:00pm
Cocktails with Bethesda Project’s Young Professionals Advisory Board
9:00pm
Auction Closes
11:59pm
50/50 Raffle Closes
Bethesda Project Board Development Committee Susan M. Glessner-Stickley, Board President Stratus, Inc. Karen A. Zurlo, Board Vice President Rutgers University Ann Watts, Board Secretary Fox Chase Cancer Center Amedeo Piccioni, Board Treasurer Financial Executive (retired) Niaomi Carter Honeywell Daniel Hirst AmerisourceBergen (retired) David Li Nonprofit Board Fellow The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania Bruce Lieberson Former Resident of Bethesda Project Marie Martino M.L. Martino Consulting LLC Tina Pagotto, MSW CEO, Bethesda Project Wesley R. Payne White and Williams, LLP Abbot Domenic A Rossi. 0. Praem., Founder, Bethesda Project Hon. David R. Strawbridge U.S. District Court David Swoyer Santander Bank (retired) Kyle J. Werder Comcast
Sarah Carter Michael Catrino Bill Cotter Stephen Cushmore Michele Howard Mark Ledger Donna Lee David Li Bruce Lieberson Anne Lotz Tina Pagotto James Ryan Emma Stern David Swoyer Kyle Werder Karen A. Zurlo
Dear Bethesda Project family, As the pandemic continues, the Board of Directors could not be prouder of the work that Bethesda Project does for those experiencing homelessness in our area. Our staff, volunteers, donors, guests, and residents rose to the challenges of the last year and supported each other as we continued to provide services and shelter during this critical period of time. The power of community brought us together, while compassion for our fellow humans keep us motivated to eliminating homelessness so that every human has a home and family. Each day, we as an organization choose compassion in our services, and we are glad you have joined us in this cause. Please consider making a gift to our Giving Garden, bidding on a silent auction item, or purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket. Just $100 provides support for one person for one week in our shelters and residences. Any gift you make assists someone in need.
Thank you for being a part of our family.
Best,
Susan M. Glessner-Stickley Bethesda Project Board President
A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Corporate Partner ($10,000+)
Hope Society ($1,500)
Richard L. Canel, Jr., Esq.
1031 Corp Colligas Family Markets, Whitman Plaza Dr. and Mrs. William Claypool Drexel University Lindy Center for Civic Engagement Exude Glenn Bronson Herman Goldner Co., Inc. John Toland Family MaryAnn and Jamie Lockard Philadelphia Insurance Companies PJM Interconnection PNC Bank Susan M. Glessner-Stickley and John Stickley The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia University City Science Center Wall & Walsh, Inc. - Wood Mode Cabinetry
Community Builder ($7,500) Bethesda Project Board of Directors Philadelphia Phillies
Family Circle ($5,000) Arkieva Bethesda Project’s Legacy Society David and Louise Strawbridge Daylesford Abbey ForeThought Inc. John M. Ryan and Mary Gregg Marie Martino M. Health, LLC The Healy Family Trust
Safe Haven ($2,500) A Place For Pat Anonymous Brandywine Realty Trust The Bryn Mawr Trust Company International Raw Materials Karen Zurlo and Philip Levin Key Bank Richard F. Nourie Saint Mary Magdalen’s Parish Tito’s Handmade Vodka Wawa Foundation
Friends of Bethesda Project ($600) Bethesda Project’s Young Professionals Advisory Board Bob and Suzy Hoffman Henry Rossi John and Kirsten Lusska Moira and Dennis Murphy Saints Peter & Paul Casserole Delivery Team The Cotter Family Virginia and John Morris
A Special Thank You to our Party Box Donors AVEC Drinks Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company GoPuff Harris Seeds
Just Born, Inc Nunbelieveable Cookies Tito’s Handmade Vodka Tony’s Chocolonely
VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES Gardening Seed Starting Tutorial Video Watch at any time!
Chef Judy Ni leads a demonstration on how to make and cook wontons Begins at 6:30pm
Five Iron Golf Philadelphia Director of Instruction Jeff Robinson leads a virtual golf clinic and live Q&A! VIP Experience begins at 6:50 - video available after the event
Featured Silent Auction Items Item #200: Private Event - Five Iron Golf
Enjoy a fantastic evening with friends, family, and/or coworkers at Five Iron Golf Philadelphia! Five Iron Golf is an urban golf experience made for everyone, featuring industry-leading golf simulators, instructors, club fitting, and a full bar and kitchen. This package includes a two hour event for ten people with a beer & wine open bar as well as light appetizers. Also included are club rentals and a golf expert to assist group. Subject to availability.
Item #199: Ultimate Eagles Fan Bundle
Don’t miss out on this autographed memorabilia experience! Included in this bundle are signed items from some of your favorite players including a Philadelphia Eagles Jersey signed by Brandon Brooks #79 (Guard), an autographed Fletcher Cox #91 (Defensive Tackle) mini helmet, an autographed 8” x 10” portrait of Jason Kelce #62 (Center) and an autographed 8” x 10” portrait of Miles Sanders #26 (Running Back). Each item is authenticated with a certificate from the Philadelphia Eagles.
Item #534: Camping Essentials
Lots of people have been camping as a COVID-friendly activity... make sure you’re prepared for YOUR next trip with these camping essentials from Urban Outfitters! While you pack, make sure you have your Hydro Flask-branded water bottles (in two different sizes!), reusable straw set, AND cooler! For nighttime activities, you’ll also need your Stanley Flask (and in the morning, your Stanley pour over set and your camping mug). Put things away in your stasher bags and enjoy your meals in porter to go containers with a reusable silverware set. Keep your drinks cold in your puffin koozie. All of this, and your camping will be at the next level! And, to see everything at night, make sure you have your Hydra Light Flashlight that runs on water... no batteries needed!
Item #112: Weekend Retreat
Daylesford Abbey is located in Paoli, Pennsylvania on over 80 beautiful acres of Chester County countryside. The Spirituality and Retreat Center at Daylesford Abbey provides an ideal setting for your personal and private retreat. The Center is open to people of all faiths, and all ethnic and racial backgrounds. Your three-day, two-night retreat at Daylesford Abbey includes all meals and the option of spiritual direction. Guests are always welcome to join the for praying of the daily prayer and Mass. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available upon request.
With each donation you make to Bethesda Project, you impact the lives of thousands of individuals experiencing homelessness. Your investment, much like a garden, cultivates the necessary resources and support to provide guests and residents with shelter, housing, case management, and a family. Your $100 gift to the Giving Garden plants the seeds for needs that don’t occur regularly such as technology, facilities projects, or emergencies.
Your $300 gift supports regular needs - much like how perennials return yearly cultivates guests and residents’ environments thrive for years to come.
Your $500 gift provides housing, case management, and food for guests and residents and nourishes their personal growth.
Your $1,000 gift to the Giving Garden provdes support to our case managers provide individual support to guests and residents set their roots, focus on their goals, and find permanent housing. $1,000 supports one guest for ten weeks!
Your $2,000 gift to the Giving Garden for program management and community life helps expand guests and residents’ find their voices and gain new experiences to help them along their journeys (much like the sunshine in a garden)!
Make your gift to the Giving Garden on Items #800-804 at 2021party.givesmart.com
Colligas Family Markets, LP 330 W Oregon Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19148