Philanthropy Committee News

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Each year, our Newcomers group partners with a local non-profit in our area. The philanthropy committee develops a plan to aid and support this organization including material and financial donations as well as volunteer work. Over the years, we have held a variety of fundraising activities such as dinner galas, afternoon teas, member workshops, and flower arranging to support our chosen philanthropy. The programs are as varied as our members and are all completely voluntary. Besides having fun, these efforts contribute to the well being of our community.

  Committee: Barb B., Diana B., Connie B., Mary C., Darlene C., Sandy E,
      Susan G., Brenda H., Sherry K., Karin L., Susan M., Sarah Y.




The Philanthropy Committee has met and begun the search for candidates for a charity to sponsor next year. The membership was asked to volunteer any suggestions, and all possibilities were carefully vetted and then discussed in committee. Following the guidelines in our bylaws, the committee will report three choices to the board. Upon approval, it will then send the choices to the membership for a vote.

Our present charity, Hunger Fighters, could be included.

 


Mad Hatters Tea Party – Sunday, April 6th – 3 to 4:30pm

Mad Hatters Tea Party

Join us for all the traditional tea party treats:  scones, tea sandwiches, cakes, tarts, cookies and, of course, heavenly cups of tea.  There will also be celebratory flutes of bubbly!  And don’t forget to wear your favorite ‘Mad Hat’ – or any hat will do!    Fascinators can be fascinating…

If you would like to join the revelry on Sunday, April 6 from 3:00pm – 4:30pm, please contact Barb and she will add you to the guest list.  The even will be at Deborah’s home.  We can accommodate a maximum of 30 guests and the cost is $40 per person.  You may pay at the door by cash or with a check made out to Newcomers Welcome Club.  This is one of our main fundraisers of the year and proceeds go to Hunger Fighters Oregon, our designated charity.


Philanthropy - Request and Signup Form

Philanthropy - Request and Signup Form

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