Greater Hershey Area ALSO SERVING HUMMELSTOWN AND MIDDLETOWN
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SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL XXXIII • NO 14
BBBSCR Issues 36-Hole Golf Challenge Chapter Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) is taking a different approach to this year’s Golf Fore Kids’ Sake. Inspired by the action of one of its board members, BBBSCR is challenging local golfers to raise funds for its virtual mentoring programs. BBBSCR board member Joe Holston completed a 100-hole golf challenge fundraiser on Sept. 2, raising over $20,000 for the agency. Building on his momentum, Holston and BBBSCR are challenging others in the region to participate in their own personal fundraiser and golf 36 holes in
October. Holston said that BBBSCR is seeking to fill the $60,000 gap in funding caused when BBBSCR had to cancel or delay its 2020 annual fundraising events due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has made it difficult for mentors, called Bigs, and mentees, called Littles, to connect in person, but that hasn’t stopped BBBSCR from continuing its services. The agency matches new Bigs and Littles virtually, coordinates virtual match activities, connects matches via the BBBS app, and provides resources. The agency created a COVID-19
resource page to connect families with local community resources and services. Throughout the spring and summer, BBBSCR provided social media activities and facilitated virtual match events via video conferencing. Staff also provided virtual activity recommendations, referrals, and emotional support for Bigs, Littles, and families. To help BBBSCR continue to offer these programs, Holston decided to start his fundraiser after hearing about a similar initiative. Holston golfed all 100 holes in eight hours. Many supporters gave per-hole pledges, an extra incentive for
Holston to complete the challenge. Holston is still accepting donations on his fundraising page, which can be found at www.capbigs.org. Individuals or groups interested in participating in the October 36-Hole Golf Fore Kids’ Sake Challenge may register at www.capbigs.org. Individuals must arrange their own tee times, but those looking for assistance with scheduling are encouraged to email events@capbigs.org. To learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters and how to get involved, readers may visit the aforementioned website.
Members Make Donation
Hershey Chapter 509, Order of the Eastern Star, donated lunch to the Derry Township Police Department on Aug. 18. Chief Garth Warner accepted the donation, along with several other members of the police department. Sgt. Darren Cotton arranged a meeting with members of the Hershey chapter, including Jean Bolton; Toni Harmony, associate matron; Linda Watson, associate grand matron; and Doris Harmony. The lunch donation included turkey and ham subs, chips, beverages, and candy bars. See Donation pg 2
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) board member Joe Holston (third from right) and staff members (from far left) Angela Linton, events and engagement manager; Jessica Lambert, special programs manager; Krystina Shultz, marketing and communications manager; Johnna Palm, grant writer; and Amy Rote, interim CEO, invite community members to participate in the 36-Hole Golf Fore Kids’ Sake Challenge during October.
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