Contact:
Jane Waters Bugg
215-643-0763
jbugg@dolanfund.org
Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund Appoints New Board Members
Ambler, PA, February 2013 – The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund, serving families caring for seriously ill, injured and disabled children, has elected the following new board members: Mary Evich, Health & Wellness Center at Gwynedd Mercy College; Pamela Lynn Butera, Pricing and Negotiation Expert for Keller Williams Real Estate; and Dolores Vorters, former head of social work for The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Mary Evich’s strong nursing background and significant volunteer experience will enhance the Fund’s ability to grow and flourish. She has worked in neurology/neurosurgery, medical/surgical, staff development and school nursing for over 30 years. Currently Evich is staff nurse in the Health & Wellness Center at Gwynedd Mercy College in Gwynedd Valley, PA. On the volunteer side, she has been involved with capital campaigns and chaired many fundraising activities for Gwynedd Mercy’s academic institutions.
Pam Butera has been involved in real estate since 1988 and prides herself on her ability to build meaningful relationships with clients while delivering outstanding service. Currently, she is a pricing and negotiation expert and one of the owners of the Keller Williams Real Estate franchise in Blue Bell, PA. Butera is ranked #5 in Montgomery County for sales. In addition to her new duties at the Dolan Fund, she serves as committee co-chair for the For Pete’s Sake annual walk at Citizen’s Bank Park.
Dolores Vorters was head of social work for The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia specializing in home care prior to her retirement.
Peggy Dolan, founder and executive director of KADMF, said “We are delighted to welcome these accomplished women to the board. We are confident that their knowledge and experience will enable us to better assist the families we serve.”
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Note to Editors
Press contacts
Jane Waters Bugg
Tel: 215-643-0763
Email: jbugg@dolanfund.org
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund was founded in 1976 by Joe and Peggy Dolan in memory of their daughter Kelly Anne who passed away from a rare form of leukemia at the age of six. The mission of the Fund is rooted in the hospital experiences and observations of the Dolans and the realization that there were few or no resources available to assist families dealing with a seriously ill or disabled child. The Fund helps approximately 1,200 families a year and serves as a resource providing education, advocacy, information and financial assistance for needs not covered by insurance of families caring for seriously ill and physically/cognitively challenged children. Visit DolanFund.org to learn more about the Fund and its services.
Contact: Peggy Dolan
Phone: 215-643-0763
Email: pdolan@dolanfund.org
Spirit of Philadelphia Hosts Ninth Annual Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund Cruise for Children Battling Illness
Ambler, Pennsylvania, March 29, 2011
WHAT: Spirit of Philadelphia is partnering with the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund to host a cruise for Philadelphia–area children who are battling serious illnesses and disabilities. For eight years, the Spirit of Philadelphia has provided an afternoon escape and respite for more than 3,000 patients, their siblings and parents. The complimentary cruise, lunch, live entertainment, dancing and scenic waterfront views offer a few hours of relief for children and families who are dealing with traumas and treatments of serious illnesses.
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
Each year, the Fund provides education, advocacy, information and financial assistance to more than 1,000 families of terminally, critically and chronically ill, and severely disabled, or seriously injured children. Since its inception in 1976, The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund has assisted more than 18,000 families in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
WHEN:
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Boarding: 12:30 p.m.
Cruising: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Return to Dock: 3:00 p.m.
*Media are invited to cruise or to cover the event when ship is docked.
Peggy Dolan, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund and mother of Kelly Anne Dolan, will be available for interviews.*
WHERE:
Spirit of Philadelphia
Columbus Boulevard at Lombard Circle
Philadelphia, PA 19106
WHO:
- 425 patients, parents and siblings of families with children battling serious illness and disabilities
- Peggy Dolan, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
- 25 Clowns from Clowns R Us, Kapo's Gang and the North Penn Clown Club
VISUAL:
425 patients, parents and siblings of families with children battling illness enjoy a fun, care-free afternoon with a cruise on the Delaware River surrounded by entertainers, clowns and supporters.
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund was founded in 1976 by Joe and Peggy Dolan in memory of their daughter Kelly Anne Dolan who passed away from a rare form of leukemia at the age of six. The mission of The Fund is rooted in the hospital experiences and observations of the Dolans and the realization that there were few or no resources available to assist families dealing with a seriously ill or disabled child. The Fund helps between 1,000 and 1,200 families in crisis a year and serves as a resource providing education, advocacy, information and financial assistance for the uninsured needs of families caring for seriously ill and physically challenged children.
About Spirit of Philadelphia
Spirit Cruises, LLC is part of Entertainment Cruises, the
largest harbor cruise company in the United States. Headquartered in Chicago, Entertainment
Cruises now serves 1.5 million guests annually with a fleet of 23 ships in eight
locations--Baltimore; Boston; Chicago; New Jersey; New York; Norfolk, Va.;
Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. From
luxury dining cruises and skyline tours to speedboat excursions, Entertainment
Cruises maintains an impressive portfolio of vessels and brands which includes
Odyssey Cruises, Spirit Cruises, Mystic Blue Cruises, Bateaux New York, Seadog
Cruises and Spirit Elite Charters. The
brands are collectively defined by operational excellence, superior service,
quality entertainment, exceptional views and an unwavering commitment to
delivering high-value, high-enjoyment experiences.
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Contact: Peggy Dolan
Phone: 215-643-0763
Email:
pdolan@dolanfund.org
Tamanend Middle School Students "Pay It Forward" at 11th Annual Basketball Shootout
All day event benefits families with seriously ill children
Warrington, Pennsylvania – Over 1000 students, faculty and supporters from Tamanend Middle School in Warrington will participate in the 11th Annual Basketball Shootout on Saturday, February 26 from 7:00 AM until 10:00 PM. Proceeds from this greatly anticipated event benefit the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund. Since its inception in 1999, the Shootout has raised over $195,000 and committee members are hoping this year’s proceeds will reach $45,000.
More than 600 students will be playing three-on-three games while others will be challenging teachers to games of ‘PIG,’ free-throw shooting and 3-point contests. Over 40 prize baskets have been donated by local businesses and family members and offer everything from an iPad® to Phillies paraphernalia. Visiting students and friends can enjoy music, dancing, singing and refreshments (all donated) in the school cafeteria. Everyone is welcome.
The partnership between Tamanend and the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund is strengthened each year as Peggy Dolan addresses the school’s general assembly about the importance of paying it forward and paying it back. Her inspirational story is the key motivator for the students to get involved. Tamanend Middle School is part of the Central Bucks School System.
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund, established in 1976, advocates for families with seriously ill, physically and cognitively challenged or severely injured children nationwide through information and education. Financial assistance for needs not covered by insurance is provided for families living in or cared for in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Now in its 35th year, the Fund has assisted more than 18,000 families.
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Media Contact: Peggy Dolan
Phone: 215-643-0763
Email: pdolan@dolanfund.org
WINE IN WINTER
Evening of Hot Fare for the Cool Palate Benefits Families with Seriously Ill Children
Ambler, Pennsylvania – Chase away the winter blues with a night of fun, food and friends while helping the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund (KADMF) raise money for families in crisis. The event will feature more than 25 local restaurants and caterers plus several wineries and wine distributors, offering an assortment of complementary foods with specialty wines, premium beers, and selected spirits. Participating restaurants include 19 Bella, Blackfish, Eurest Dining Services, Ooka, PF Chang, Radice, Seasons 52, William Penn Inn, Zakes Cakes and Café, and more. A silent auction, live music and dancing are also planned. Last year’s Wine in Winter drew over 500 guests.
Anyone over 21 wishing to attend Wine in Winter can
purchase tickets for $75 online at www.dolanfund.org or by calling
215-643-0763. Availability is limited.
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund advocates for families
who care for seriously ill, injured, or disabled children nationwide through
information and education. Financial assistance for needs not covered by
insurance is provided for families living in or receiving treatment in
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Now in its 34th year, the Fund has
assisted more than 18,000 families in need.
The Dolan Fund produces many events each year to raise funds for their assistance programs. For information about these events, the work of the Fund or how to get involved, visit www.dolanfund.org or call 215-643-0763.
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Contact: Peggy Dolan, Executive Director
Phone: 215-643-0763
Email: pdolan@dolanfund.org
Ambler-based Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund Seeks Sponsors for Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program
Ambler, Pennsylvania, October 27, 2010 The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund is once again sponsoring the Holiday Adopt-A-Family program for the holidays and actively seeking donors willing to purchase gifts for families in need. The program matches families of seriously ill or disabled children with sponsors to ensure that families in crisis can share in the spirit of the holiday season.
With unemployment rates at a 26-year high, more families than ever are in need of outside help. Peggy Dolan, Executive Director of the Fund, said they expect to receive more than 125 requests for holiday assistance from social workers and other referring professionals in the Delaware Valley. Sponsors, which include church groups, businesses, individual families, scout troops and school groups, receive wish lists as well as information on a family’s situation. This process introduces sponsors to the difficulties and hardships their adopted family faces every day.
To sponsor a family for the Adopt-A-Family program or to donate to the fund, call 215-643-0763 or visit www.dolanfund.org.
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund, established in 1976, is a non-medical resource center that provides advocacy, education, information and financial assistance for needs not covered by insurance to families caring for terminally, critically and chronically ill, severely disabled, or seriously injured children. The Fund assists children living or receiving care in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Now in its 34th year, the Fund has assisted more than 18,000 families.
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Contact: Peggy
Dolan, Executive Director
Phone: 215-643-0763
Email: pdolan@dolanfund.org
John Crowley, Inspiration for "Extraordinary Measures," to Speak at Arcadia University, Proceeds Benefit the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
Glenside, Pennsylvania, October, 2010 John Crowley, author of Chasing Miracles, subject of the book The Cure, and inspiration for the movie "Extraordinary Measures," will speak about his experiences on Monday, November 1 at Arcadia University in Glenside, PA. Crowley will speak first-hand about his efforts to save his children from the previously incurable Pompe disease and his subsequent start-up of a biotechnology firm created to research the disease and find a cure.
The evening, which starts at 6:30 with a short introduction by Crowley, includes a screening of the movie, book signing, Q & A session and a reception. Tickets are $25 and include all events. Arcadia students can view the movie for free. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund. Anyone wishing to support this and other Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund programs can purchase tickets or donate at www.dolanfund.org.
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund advocates for families who care for seriously ill, physically and cognitively challenged or severely injured children nationwide through information and education. Financial assistance for needs not covered by insurance is provided for families living in or receiving treatment in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Now in its 34th year, the Fund has assisted more than 18,000 families in need.
The Dolan Fund produces many events each year to raise funds for their assistance programs. Upcoming events include Wine in Winter (Normandy Farm, Blue Bell, Friday, February 4) and the Maui Mini, a Family Golf Classic (Manufacturers’ Golf and Country Club, Sunday, March 6). For information about these and other events, the work of the Fund or how to get involved, visit www.dolanfund.org or call 215-643-0763.
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Contact: Peggy Dolan, Executive Director
Phone: 215-643-0763
Email: pdolan@dolanfund.org
Family Day at Longwood Gardens Benefits the Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, October, 2010 The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund is hosting a Family Day at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA on Sunday, October 17. Proceeds from tickets purchased directly from the Fund (www.dolanfund.org) will go toward various Dolan Fund programs, including Family Fall Fun Fest and financial assistance for families caring for severely ill, disabled or injured children receiving care in Delaware Valley pediatric hospitals and treatment centers.
Those purchasing tickets can tour the Longwood Gardens grounds, play in the Pumpkin Playground, visit the Garden Railway Display, and take in the new exhibit, Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance. Family Day at Longwood Gardens is being held in tandem with Family Fall Fun Fest, a Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund program sponsored by the Rotary Club of Longwood that provides a day of fun and respite for families in crisis.
Anyone wishing to support this and other Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund programs can purchase General Admission tickets to Longwood Gardens for Sunday, October 17 at www.dolanfund.org. Tickets are $16; children ages 4 and under are free.
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund advocates for families who care for seriously ill, physically and cognitively challenged or severely injured children nationwide through information and education. Financial assistance for needs not covered by insurance is provided for families living in or receiving treatment in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Now in its 34th year, the Fund has assisted more than 18,000 families in need.
The Dolan Fund produces many events each year to raise funds for their assistance programs. Upcoming events include An Evening with John Crowley (includes screening of Extraordinary Measures, Arcadia University, Monday, November 1) and Wine in Winter (Normandy Farm, Blue Bell, Friday, February 4). For information about these and other events, the work of the Fund or how to get involved, visit www.dolanfund.org or call 215-643-0763.
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Contact: Peggy Dolan, Executive Director
Phone: 215-643-0763
Email: pdolan@dolanfund.org
Ambler-based Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund to Hold Annual Recognition and Awards Dinner, 34th Anniversary Celebration
Ambler, Pennsylvania, September, 2010--The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund will hold its Annual Recognition and Awards Dinner at the William Penn Inn in Gwynedd, PA, on Wednesday, October 6, 2010. The dinner, a celebration of the Fund’s 34th anniversary, will recognize those corporate, foundation, business, community groups, media partners and volunteers whose extraordinary support contributed to the Fund’s ability to assist over 1000 families with seriously ill or disabled children this past fiscal year.
2010 Honorees
- Compassionate Care Award: John J. Downes, MD, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Medical Director, Ventilator Assisted Children’s Home Program
- Butterfly Award: Nancy Kolb, Founder, Please Touch Museum
- Foundation Award: Subak Family Foundation
- Corporate Award: Merck & Co., Inc.
- Media Award: Sandra Sobieraj Westfall, Washington Correspondent, People magazine
- Volunteer Leadership Award: Brian Erhardt
- Volunteer Achievement Award: LouAnn Kane, Jo Ann Serota, MSN, CPNP
- Fellowship Award: Rotary Club of Jenkintown
- President’s Award: Thomas Foglia, CPA, FPS
- Courage Award: The Andrew Borislow Family
- Director’s Award: Abigail Sandler
About Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund
The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund advocates for families who care for seriously ill, physically and cognitively challenged or severely injured children nationwide through information and education. Financial assistance for needs not covered by insurance is provided for families living in or receiving treatment in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Now in its 34th year, the Fund has assisted more than 18,000 families in need.
The Dolan Fund produces many events each year to raise funds for their assistance programs. Upcoming events include Fall Fun Fest (Longwood Gardens, Sunday, October 17), An Evening with John Crowley (includes screening of Extraordinary Measures, Arcadia University, Monday, November 1) and Wine in Winter (Normandy Farm, Blue Bell, Friday, February 4). For information about these and other events, the work of the Fund or how to get involved, visit www.dolanfund.org or call 215-643-0763.
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