In this month of sweethearts, romance, chocolates and flowers, through this newsletter we want to remind you of how much we treasure our relationship with each of you. Without our loyal and committed donors, FiftyForward could not touch the lives of more than 20,000 individuals and families in Davidson and Williamson counties.
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A Valentine From Janet When we think of February, usually our first thought is of Valentines Day, when we express our feelings through cards or gifts to special people in our lives. In that spirit, our FiftyForward Board and Staff send our deep appreciation and gratitude to each of you for your contributions that support our mission.
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In countless ways, YOU and those we serve are at the heart of FiftyForward. Without your generosity we would have to curtail a number of our programs. Through your loving gifts, isolated seniors connect with others at a senior center, victims of crime get critical support, and adult children continue to work because their parent is engaged in our Adult Day Services program.
Mark your calendar for the 23rd annual FiftyForward CROWN AFFAIR Thursday, April 19.
Therefore, February is the perfect occasion to remind you, once more, of the integral role you play as a member of the FiftyForward Family. We thank you for your continuing love and support.
Crown Affair
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Janet Jernigan is the Executive Director of FiftyForward.
Mission: FiftyForward enriches the lives of adults 50+ by providing pathways to health, well-being and lifelong learning.
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Jana’s Valentine-New FiftyForward Society Recently, a group of FiftyForward volunteers, representing a combined 150 years of supporting the organization, met to define guidelines for a new major donor “giving circle.” The resulting FiftyForward Society will welcome individual donors of $1,000 or more during a calendar year. Their investment will sustain programs in all three areas of our mission: Centers, Volunteers (RSVP and Foster Grandparents) and Living at Home Services (including Adult Day Services, Meals on Wheels, Victory over Crime, etc.)
Giving levels for the FiftyForward Society Groundbreakers ............................$1-499 Patron.................................... $ 500 to 999 Benefactor......................$ 1,000 to 2,499 Directors Circle................$2,500 to 4,999 Presidents Circle..............$5000 to 9,999 Visionary Circle......................... $10,000 + Legacy Circle- All Planned Gifts Periodically, donors who are members of the Benefactors, Directors, Presidents and Visionary Circles will be listed in a Donor Report and/or come together as the FiftyForward Society. Matching Grant February is the perfect month to show your love and support of FiftyForward. An anonymous donor has offered $100,000 in
dollar-for-dollar matching funds for steppedup donations from long time donors, as well as for first-time donations. The match will end June 30, so we are requesting your consideration of a steppedup gift and your advocacy of FiftyForward to individuals/couples in your circle of friends to consider a donation for the first time. As former board president Nancy Ransom has said, “The only gift that is too small is no gift at all.”
Your dollars enrich lives. Older adults count on FiftyForward. We depend upon private donations to sustain vital services, send meals, supplies and provide in home support. It is safe, fast and online. Look for the button. www.fiftyforward.org
Crown Affair The 23rd annual Crown Affair will be held on Thursday, April 19. During the event, Annette Eskind and Barbara and Herb Fritch will receive the Crowning Achievement Award in recognition of their long-standing commitment to FiftyForward and for their exemplary contributions to the Nashville community. Active FiftyForward board member Alexia Poe will be the recipient of this year’s Shining Star Award that recognizes an exceptional young leader whose service reflects a desire to give back to the community and enhance the lives of those in need. Alexia serves as director of communications for Governor Bill Haslam. Planning the elegant evening are Crown Affair co-chairs Mary and Ed Carter. A financial consultant for more than thirty years and vice president at Stephen’s, Inc., Ed is a long time volunteer with FiftyForward; he formerly served as president and is currently treasurer of the FiftyForward Endowment Board. Mary is known for her business, Milk and Cookies; she is also a food stylist and writer. Ed and
son Martin are faithful volunteers in the organization’s Meals on Wheels program. In addition to the magical floral and table designs by the talented John Starbuck, Crown Affair guests will be amazed by the variety of selections in the silent auction, such as fantastic art, jewelry, trips and events, plus an extensive collection of wines. Restaurant gift certificates also will be available. Some unexpected items will round out the bidding options. This is a “Don’t Miss” event so watch for your invitation and reply promptly because this year, as usual, we expect the Crown Affair to be a sell out!
FiftyForward Care Team Being a caregiver for a loved one comes with just about every emotion imaginable. On one hand, it may feel like a great gift to help someone you love and who has helped you. It can also seem overwhelming when you have other competing demands, be they work, family or your own health concerns. The FiftyForward Care Team is a perfect solution to assist you in balancing the desire and need to provide care with your time and other commitments. Our goal is to provide you with peace of mind while helping you to access services. Without professional guidance, decisions and choices can be overwhelming. Simply knowing what is needed can cause a lot of anxiety and desperation. The experience of the FiftyForward Care Team can help you
plan ahead or move you through a period of crisis. Through ongoing care management, you can: the appropriate in-home care n get to and make the most of doctor’s appointments n understand and take medications correctly n be confident that your loved one is living in the right place for them n get the benefits to which you are entitled, and n alleviate family stress and feel better.
and advocacy to purchase services; and monitoring of care. We go wherever your loved one resides and can help long distance caregivers by serving as a local point of contact. The FiftyForward Care Team is a fee-for-service program which offers a sliding fee scale. All funds raised by the program are reinvested in FiftyForward Living at Home Services to help those who have low incomes and cannot purchase services. Help is just one phone call away. FiftyForward Care Team Coordinator Gretchen Funk may be reached at (615) 743-3436 or gfunk@fiftyforward.org. As a nonprofit organization,
we measure success by the difference we make in your life. Give yourself a Valentine’s Day gift and ask for the support you need and deserve.
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Our menu of services includes a personalized, comprehensive and professional assessment of needs; development of a care plan; guidance
Call us for more information or for a FiftyForward Care Team Brochure.
We â?¤ our volunteer leadership VOLUNTEERS We are always looking for caring individuals to assist
FINANCIALSUPPORT of our programs and services includes grants from the United
in our programs and centers. Examples of volunteer
Way of Metropolitan Nashville, the United Way of Williamson County,
opportunities include delivering meals on wheels, teaching
Metro Nashville government, Williamson County government, the City
our classes, and serving on board committees or center
of Brentwood, Metro Arts Commission, Tennessee Arts Commission,
or program advisory groups. The FiftyForward RSVP
Victims of Crimes Act, DHS, TDMHDD, GNRCAAA, Corporation for
program also offers community volunteer opportunities,
National and Community Service, private foundations, individuals,
such as tutoring students in grades K-4 (Friends Learning
organizations/corporations, and FiftyForward special events and
in Pairs) and welcoming travelers at the airport (the Flying
campaigns.
Aces.) In all cases, FiftyForward offers training, resources and appreciation.
FiftyForward Board of Directors
FiftyForward Endowment Board
FiftyForward Advisory Council Bill LaFollette, Chair
James McGregor, President
Jana Lisle Parham
Mary Herbert Kelly,* President
Tracy Rode, President Elect
Casey Pash
Tony Hoffman, Secretary Brenda Albright
Don Greene, Secretary
Emily Plotkin
Ed Carter, Treasurer
Ed Birthright
Patrick Conger, Treasurer
Alexia Poe
Robert Bryan Bell
Seawell Brandau
Harry Allen
Laura Purswell
Seawell Brandau Charlie Cardwell
Laurel Buntin
Travis Richmond
Joe Chickey, President Elect
Wally Dant
Charlie Cardwell *
Carolyn Schott
John W. (Wally) Dant III
Betty Dunn
Casey Chapman
Mary Seely
Ellen Duncan
J.D. Elliott
Teresa Corlew
Brian Shelton
Brenda Gilmore
Harriet Foley
Gary Crigger
John Taylor
William L. (Bill) Harbison
Brenda Gilmore
Eddie Davidson
Leigh Williams
Lillias Johnston*
Irma Kaplan
Carolyn Ermey
Stephanie Woodard- Majors
Joan B. Shayne
Mary Herbert Kelly
Richard Exton
*Lifetime Members
Robert M. Smith Heloise Kuhn
Harriet Foley*
George Stadler
Kim Harvey Looney
Lucy Foutch
John Steele
Hilda McGregor
David Griswold
Thor Urness
April Mullins
Ralf Habermann
Emeritus
Carla Nelson
Patricia Hart*
James H. Cheek, Jr.
Nancy Ransom
Trey Harwell
Martin L. Kresge
Anne Roos
Vicki Horne Ashford Hughes Linda Hughes Mary Herbert Kelly Barbara Lyons Mercedes Lytle Joyce McDaniel Tara MacDougall Michel McDonald Scott McKean Jan Maddox Edy Nash Cindy Natsch Elizabeth Papel
Lisa Small FiftyForward is committed to fair and equitable treatment of all employees, volunteers and beneficiaries of our services.
Acknowledge FiftyForward, create your legacy and insure that your faithful giving continuesinto the future by including FiftyForward in your estate plans. For a confidential conversation about charitable giving and how your bequest can shape the future, contact Nancy Dimond, 743-3434.
Jean Stumpf Denine Torr Sally Wolfe
174 Rains Avenue Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 743-3400 www.fiftyforward.org