Excellence in RecyclingBearly Worn, the Children's Consignment Store operated by P.A.L. Mission was honored by theStark-Tuscarawas-Wayne Joint Solid WasteManagement District for Excellence in RecyclingBearly Worn was one of the award winnershonored at the Third Annual Recycling AwardsBanquet Luncheon held on WednesdayOctober 22, 2008.Jamie Thomas of P.A.L. Mission and MindyParsons of Bearly Worn attended and acceptedthe award.
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It's Time to Get Involved!
HEY YOU!
IT’S TIME TO GET INVOLVED WITH P.A.L. MISSION!
It’s more fun thanyou can imagine!
Our focus this month is the Woman’s Auxiliary Board (WAB) of
P.A.L. Mission, an important and vital component to the operation
of the PAL Houses. Developed in 2000 to host birthdays,
graduations and other important events in the daily lives of the
residents, the group has become the force behind fundraising
for the agency.
The WAB hosts an annual Comedy Concert each Spring. In
2006 & 2007 they featured Anita Renfroe and in 2008 Tim Hawkins entertained. Tim, by popular demand, will be returning in April of 2009. The WAB also hosts our annual “An Evening with Angles” Community Christmas Concert , which is coming up on December 5th, at NewPointe Community Church in Dover, Ohio.
The WAB has blessed the residents of the P.A.L. Houses with sponsorship to attend “Revolve” (A teen event hosted by Woman of Faith), back to school clothes, dresses for school dances, and tuition to classes and seminars to further their vocational programs.
Want to learn more about how you can become involved with P.A.L. Mission or our Woman’s Auxiliary Board? Then call us at 330-232-9959 or email us at palmissiondb@gmail.com for more information.
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Gracious Donation Made By The Suzanne Williams Memorial FundPAL Mission recently received a gracious donation made by the Suzanne Williams Memorial Fund. Suzanne was a long time employee of the Canton City School district, having served as a Special Education teacher and department supervisor.
Suzanne passed away unexpectantly in February 2007 leaving her friends and colleagues in shock over the passing of a vibrant, vivacious and dynamic woman. Friends struggling with their grief decided to form a Memorial Fund and selected 9 local non-profits supported by Suzanne to be the recipients of donations made in her memory.
Additional memorials to the Memorial Fund may be made to Suzanne Williams Memorial Fund c/o New Dawn Mortage at 4111 Bradley Circle NW, Canton 44718.
A scholarship fund through Canton City School has also been established in Suzanne's name and donations can be sent to the Canton City Schools.
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Gleaner Life Insurance Society hosted the young women of PAL Mission
Emerald-Echo Arbor #742 of Gleaner Life Insurance Society hosted the young women of PAL Mission
(Preparing For Adult life) for an elegant dining experience at the Canton Woman's Club in Canton, Ohio. Craig Wright, Manager of the Canton Woman's Club, presented a formal five-course dinner replete with all of the stemware, china and silverware to enhance the evening--which was a lesson in manners and etiquette. Lillian Steele gave a talk on proper manners and etiquette for today's world. Charles Davis, President of Emerald-Echo Arbor, presented each young woman with a gift certificate from Macy's.
The PAL Mission program was incorporated in December
1996 as a non-profit, faith-based organization to provide
housing, life skills training and a myriad of support services
to young women who had "aged out:" of the foster care system
and were not prepared to live independently. The original
on-site program, fondly referred to as the PAL House, has
evolved into an umbrella agency which operates four
different programs, all of which provide housing and life skills
training to adolescent girls and homeless young adult women.
The participants of all of the programs must be employed
and be attending an educational program, if they have not
yet graduated from high school.
Gleaner Life Insurance Society is a nationally recognized tax exempt fraternal beneficiary society. We assist our members in achieving their financial goals through a broad range of life insurance and annuity products. As a fraternal organization, we provide volunteer opportunities and support outreach programs which make a difference in the lives of our members and the communities they serve.
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Join Us on December 5th for
"An Evening with Angels"
A Community Christmas Concert
to Benefit P.A.L. Mission
The Holiday Season is quickly approaching
and there is no better way to get into the
Christmas Spirit then to attend
"An Evening with Angels".
You can relax with your family and friends
and enjoy an evening of entertainment like
no other! We have a great list of performers
from throughout the community.
~ NewPointe Community Church Worship Band~ Benjamin Payne~ The Carricks~ Delphian Chorale~ The Berlin Christian Fellowship Dance Team~ Madd Violinist, Gary L. Gerber~ Jamey DeFonzo~ Dennielle Stull~ All Four PraisePlus, you can start your Christmas Shopping at our Silent Auction! Local businesses have been especially generous this year, donating some amazing items for our event. You'll want to get there early to bid on exciting packages like these:
~ A Romantic Weekend Getaway ~ Whole House Carpet Cleaning ~ Gift Certificates for Dining Out or Carry Out~ Hot Air Balloon Ride for 2 ~ Tickets to Sporting Events ~ Recreational Activities for the Whole Family ~ Handmade Quilts ~ Holiday Decorating Items ~ Fitness & Sporting Goods Items ~ Plus many othersVisit the "Events" section of our website purchase tickets online.
Or visit one of the following locations:
* Bearly Worn in New Phila* Lavender Bridal in Dover* Berean Christian Books in CantonThe residents of P.A.L. Mission greatly benefit from generous supporters like you who attend our events each year. Thank you!
And we hope see you on December 5th!
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