Par for Pink golf event in Oxford to benefit Valley Goes Pink

 

OXFORD - Griffin Health’s Valley Goes Pink initiative will host its 5th Annual Par for Pink golf fundraiser May 19 at The Golf Club at Oxford Greens.

The fundraiser will feature a 9-hole round of golf for women and men starting at 9 a.m. and lunch. Sponsorship opportunities range from $150 to $5,000, and foursomes start at $460. In-kind donations are welcome.
Proceeds will benefit breast cancer patients throughout the greater Valley community through new, transformative advancements in cancer care at Griffin Hospital.

To register or for more information, visit www.griffinhealth.org/pink.
Valley Goes Pink is a dynamic initiative that supports compassionate breast health care, early detection, education, and support for those affected by breast cancer in our community. Through engaging fundraising events, the initiative unites individuals, schools, organizations, and community groups passionate about breast health. 

More than just a campaign, Valley Goes Pink is a movement that empowers the community to take action, raise awareness, and make a real impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer and other breast health concerns.

For more information about upcoming events and about joining the campaign, visit griffinhealth.org/pink.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Griffin Hospital annual 5K Walk/Run fundraiser slated Sept. 20

Griffin Hospital photo

DERBY - The Annual 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave., will celebrate its 17^th year Sept. 20.

This non-competitive, family-friendly event begins with day-of registration at 7:30 a.m., and starts at 9 a.m. 

D'Addario Automotive Group in Shelton is this year’s Presenting Sponsor.

Registration is $35 and includes a T-shirt. The registration fees will increase by $5 after Sept. 8. Pre-registration is encouraged at griffinhealth.org/5k.

Sponsorship opportunities include signage at the event, logos on the event promotional materials and T-shirts, recognition from the stage, and the opportunity to have a table to distribute products at the event. 

For more information about sponsorships, contact Laura Howell at lhowell@griffinhealth.org.

All proceeds are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized cancer care and to help ease the financial burden Griffin’s cancer patients face as they undergo treatment. 

The 5K draws walkers and runners from all over the Lower Naugatuck Valley, including participants from Derby, Ansonia, Shelton, Seymour, Oxford, Naugatuck, and all over the state. 

The 5k Walk/Run was started by the caregivers of the Cancer Center as a way to raise funds to purchase wigs for patients. 

The first Walk/Run exceeded expectations drawing over 250 participants and raising more than $25,000, providing opportunity for additional financial support for patients as they undergo cancer treatment. The 5K has drawn thousands of participants over the years and raised more than $890,000 to help support local cancer survivors in its 16-year history.

Participants can walk or run individually, form a team with their family, friends and co-workers, and collect pledges and payments. 

Awards will be presented to the top fundraising team and the top fundraising individual at the event. 

Participants can also purchase a commemorative sign for $100 to honor or memorialize a loved one that will be displayed at The Center for Cancer Care.

Individuals and teams can register online at griffinhealth.org/5k. 

For more information, contact Laura Howell at lhowell@griffinhealth.org or 203-732-1263.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Seymour Pink to host A Pink Night to Remember at The Waterview in Monroe

Mark your calendars! This years A Pink Night to Remember is hosted In Honor of Colleen Fries, our Vice President, dear friend, and longtime chair of this very event, who passed away December 23. 

We celebrate our community's fight against breast cancer on Friday, March 22, 2024 at The Waterview in Monroe.
Tickets will go on sale on Sunday, Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. Tickets will remain the same price as last year at $95 per person.
We hope you'll join us this year!

Sponsorships are still available for this event - reach out to Mary Deming at seymourpink09@aol.com if interested.

This is shared from Seymour Pink's Facebook page. 

Shelton Little League to hold golf tournament fundraiser in Stratford

 

Seymour Pink seeks sponsorships for A Pink Night to Remember event

Sponsorships are available for our 2023 A Pink Night to Remember event. Visit http://www.seymourpink.com/2023-pink-night-to-remember/for more information about sponsorship levels. 

Online commitment is available this year!

This is shared from Seymour Pink's Facebook page.

Griffin Hospital in Derby to hold 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care

Griffin Hospital to host in-person 5K Walk/Run Sept. 25./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Annual 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital will be back Sept. 25 as an in-person event to celebrate its 13th year. The Center is at 350 Seymour Ave.

This non-competitive, family-friendly event begins with day-of registration at 7:30 a.m., and the walk/run kicking off at 9 a.m.

Registration is $35 and includes a T-shirt. The registration fees will increase by $5 after Sept. 10. Pre-registration is encouraged at griffinhealth.org/5k.   

All proceeds are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized cancer care and to help ease the financial burden Griffin’s cancer patients face as they undergo treatment. 

Sponsorship opportunities include signage at the event, logos on the event promotional materials and T-shirts, recognition from the stage, and the opportunity to have a table to distribute products at the event.

The 5K draws walkers and runners from all over the Lower Naugatuck Valley, including participants from Derby, Ansonia, Shelton, Seymour, Oxford, Naugatuck, and all over the state. 

The 5k Walk/Run was started by the caregivers of the Cancer Center as a way to raise funds to purchase wigs for patients. The first Walk/Run exceeded expectations drawing over 250 participants and raising more than $25,000, providing opportunity for additional financial support for patients as they undergo cancer treatment. 

The 5K has drawn thousands of participants over the years and raised more than $530,000 to help support local cancer survivors in its 12-year history.

Participants can walk or run individually, form a team with their family, friends, and co-workers, and collect pledges and payments.  

Awards will be presented to the top fundraising team and the top fundraising individual at the event. 

Participants can also purchase a commemorative sign for $100 to honor or memorialize a loved one that will be displayed at the Center for Cancer Care.

Individuals and teams can register online at griffinhealth.org/5k. 

For more information, contact Laura Howell at lhowell@griffinhealth.org. or 203-732-1263.

Sponsor the Griffin 5K

The 5K Walk/Run to benefit the Center for Cancer Care has sponsorship opportunities available, which include signage at the event, company logo on back of participant T-shirts, and opportunities to distribute promotional products at the event.

For more information about sponsorships, contact Laura Howell at lhowell@griffinhealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Adam's House in Shelton seeks sponsors for Dancing with the Stars

 

BHcare seeks bowlers, sponsors for 32nd Bowl-2-Benefit in East Haven

EAST HAVEN - BHcare’s 32^nd Annual Bowl-2-Benefit The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services will be held March 7 at AMF Circles. 
All proceeds benefit UCDVS which provides services to over 7,700 victims of domestic violence and their children each year throughout Greater New Haven and the Lower Naugatuck Valley. 

UCDVS provides emergency safe shelter, 24-hour crisis services, counseling, court advocacy, support and other crucial services.

In 1988, we held our first B2B event and 32 years later, B2B is the largest event of its kind in the area! 
Year after year, we continue to raise awareness and funds for domestic violence services. And in 2020, we Bowl BACK-2-the-80s! That means we're bowling to the best 80s tunes and encourage you to come dressed in your awesomely 80s attire. Join us for family-friendly fun, raffle prizes, and a Blast from the Past Photobooth sponsored by Yale New Haven Health.

You can register today at B2B.BHCARE.ORG.

Bowlers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to participate in teams of 4-5, in one of five bowling sessions scheduled for 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Bowlers pay a minimal $10 registration fee and are asked to collect pledges to support their efforts. Each bowler will receive 90 minutes of bowling, event giveaway, shoe rental, and soft drinks. 
The event is ideal for clubs, schools, organizations, corporations, and families. 

B2B offers sponsorship opportunities for all budgets, with levels starting at just $100. Sponsors reap the benefit of exposure to the more than 1,000 participants as well as additional exposure online.

The 32^nd B2B is sponsored by the Bassett Family Fund, The Candid Group, Milford Vascular Institute, Shoreline Pharmacy Rx, Yale New Haven Health, Valley Community Foundation, VNA Community Healthcare & Hospice, Gulish & Associates, Guilford Rotary Club, Guilford Savings Bank, Tomasella, Schlitter, & Burrell, P.C., Derby-Shelton Rotary Club, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, 4Imprint, Eye Center of Southern Connecticut, Subway, Underwater Construction Corp., Jamie Cohen, WPLR 99.1-FM, Star 99.9-FM. and Zip06. 

For more information about domestic violence services, call 203-446-9739 x1856 or visit www.bhcare.org.  
If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour domestic violence hotline 1-888-774-2900.

BHcare is a regional community provider of behavioral health, addiction prevention, and domestic violence services for the Lower Naugatuck Valley, Greater New Haven and Shoreline communities. 
For more information, visit www.bhcare.org.

This is a press release from BHcare.

Sponsorships available for 11th annual Griffin Hospital 5K Walk/Run

The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital Annual 5K Walk/Run is set for Sept. 28./ Contributed photo 

DERBY -  Area businesses and community groups are invited to support The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital 11th Annual 5K Walk/Run set for Sept. 28.

This community-based event has drawn thousands of participants and raised more than $490,000 in its 10-year history. 

The course winds through the streets of Derby and Ansonia near the Center for Cancer Care at 350 Seymour Ave., appealing to runners and walkers from throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley and surrounding towns.

Proceeds from the event support area cancer survivors during their treatment by providing financial assistance for a variety needs, including housing, clothing and grocery bills, transportation, wigs, and complementary medical services (massage, acupuncture, etc.).

Sponsorship opportunities include signage at the event, logos on the event promotional materials and T-shirts, recognition from the stage, and the opportunity to have a table to distribute products at the event.

For more information, contact Laura Murphy at lkmurphy@griffinhealth.org.

For more information about the Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital 5K Walk/Run, visit griffinhealth.org/5k.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Boys & Girls Club in Shelton to host game night fundraiser

SHELTON - The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley is holding its annual Night at the Club fundraiser June 8, and all are invited. 

Come play like a Club kid! 

Challenge your friends to ping pong, pool, air hockey, foos ball, carpet ball, corn hole, Jenga, bumper pool and more. 
When you need a break, listen for the music of the ice cream truck - Jim the ice cream man will be parked outside for you to pick your childhood favorite. 

For dinner, feast on the delicious food of the award-winning Firehouse Grill food truck. 
The Firehouse Grill is the proud winner of the 2017 Food Truck Restaurant of the Year Award, and is a nominee for the 2019 Moffly Media Best of the Gold Coast Connecticut award. 

Brooke Grand, 2015 Northeast Region Youth of the Year, is keynote speaker. Brooke will be sharing an update on her journey since winning this prestigious award, and how the Boys & Girls Club changed the course of her life. 

The program also includes a fundraising appeal and silent auction. 

Dress casually and comfortably, and enjoy a night of fun, Boys & Girls Club style. 

         

Sponsorships are still available; contact Diane Potkay Lenskold at 203-924-7462, DianeLenskold@BGC-LNV.org. 

To pay for your sponsorship or admission online, visit us at www.BGC-LNV.org. 

This is a press release from the Boys & Girls Club.

Ride/Walk for Children at Quarry Walk in Oxford to benefit PCRC

OXFORD - Do you love cycling events? Do you like to walk? 
Do you want to support children and families in your community? 

If you said yes, you should join the Ride/Walk for Children at Quarry Walk! 

Sponsorships and exhibitor spaces are also available for this fun community event that benefits BHcare’s Parent Child Resource Center. Endless opportunities to participate!

PCRC provides innovative mental health services, prevention and early intervention programs for more than 900 children and families in the Valley and beyond. 

The Ride/Walk for Children at Quarry Walk will take place June 9 at 300 Oxford Road. 

The event features 15, 36 or 50 mile bike routes plus a new MEGA 35 mile bike challenge and a 2k walk. 

This year’s walk is in honor of Wade Michael Prajer. A loving son, brother, nephew, grandson, and friend, Wade’s life was tragically cut short at the age of 22. 

While nothing will ever replace the light Wade brought to his community, PCRC will honor his life while raising awareness and resources to provide help and restore hope to others in crisis.

This year’s event also features a FREE Family Fun Fest that includes a bounce house, Touch-a-Truck, live music, food, beverages, yard games and a special performance by 12-time National Champion Stunt Bike Rider Mike Steidley. 

Participants are encouraged to form teams and collect donations online. 

Registration fee is $50 per cyclist, $20 for walkers, and children 10 and under are $10. Register today at http://bit.ly/RW4Kids.

The Ride/Walk for Children at Quarry Walk is sponsored by Haynes Development, Quarry Walk, USI Insurance Services, Haynes Construction, Thule, Union Savings Bank and Griffin Health. 

Division of BHcare

PCRC, a division of BHcare, provides hope and help for children, adolescents, teens, and families struggling with emotional and behavioral issues. 

Visit www.bhcare.org for more information.

This is a press release from BHcare.

Basement Systems in Seymour to host Leadercast conference

This one-day leadership conference will be held May 10 at the fabulous Invictus Theater on the campus of Basement Systems in Seymour.

Broadcast LIVE each year from Atlanta to hundreds of Host Sites around the world, Leadercast Live assembles globally respected leadership experts to share knowledge and insights from their leadership journeys.

Forbes Magazine calls this the "leadership conference you don't want to miss in 2019"!

Sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting Chamber Vice President and Conference Coordinator Nancie Gray. 

Registration is now open, click here for complete details.

*This information is shared from the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce newsletter.

Ansonia Animal Shelter seeks sponsors for T-shirt fundraiser

Shared from the Friends of the Ansonia Animal Shelter Facebook page.

BHcare seeks sponsors, participants for Bowl-2-Benefit in Milford

31st annual fundraiser slated 

MILFORD - BHcare’s 31st Annual Bowl-2-Benefit (B2B) The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services will be held March 3 at Bowlero, 1717 Boston Post Road. 

All proceeds benefit UCDVS which provides services to over 6,000 victims of domestic violence and their children each year throughout Greater New Haven and the Lower Naugatuck Valley. 

UCDVS provides emergency safe shelter, 24-hour crisis services, counseling, court advocacy, support, and other crucial services.

BHcare’s B2B event is one of the largest fundraisers of its kind in the state, attracting more than 1,000 community members each year. 

Bowlers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to participate in teams of 4-5, in one of four bowling sessions scheduled for 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.  

Bowlers pay a minimal $10 registration fee and are asked to collect pledges to support their efforts.  

Each bowler will receive 90 minutes of bowling, event giveaway, shoe rental, soft drink, and a chance to win prizes. The event is ideal for clubs, schools, organizations, corporations, and families. 

B2B offers sponsorship opportunities for all budgets, with levels starting at just $100. Sponsors reap the benefit of exposure to the more than 1,000 participants as well as additional exposure online.

Last year, the event raised over $75,000. The goal for this year’s event is $100,000. 

The 31^st B2B is sponsored by the Bassett Family Fund, WPLR 99.1-FM, Star 99.9-FM and Bowlero. You can register today at https://secure.qgiv.com/event/b2b2019/.

For more information about domestic violence services, call -203-736-2601, x1381 or visit www.bhcare.org.  
If you or someone you know needs immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour domestic violence hotline 1-888-774-2900.

BHcare is a regional community provider of behavioral health, addiction prevention, and domestic violence services for the Lower Naugatuck Valley, Greater New Haven, and Shoreline communities. 

For more information, visit www.bhcare.org.

Save the date: Paddle Tournament to benefit Adam's House in Shelton

Sharing from Facebook:

"Join us as we watch 32 ladies teams go head-to-head as they serve, volley, and lob their way to the win, all while paddling for a cause! Proceeds from the event support Adam’s House—a no-cost, children and family grief center dedicated to serving Connecticut families."

The event will be held Sept. 28. 
For sponsorships email adamshouse@gmail.com.

Adam's House is a grief education center located at 241 Coram Ave., Shelton.

Comedy Cabaret slated at Holy Rosary Church hall in Ansonia

Boy & Girls Club to host golf classic at Brownson Country Club in Shelton

SHELTON - The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley will host its annual John “Red” Larsen Golf Classic Aug. 27 at Brownson Country Club. 

Curtiss-Ryan Honda of Shelton is once again the Hole-in-One Sponsor, and Hot Tamale Mexican Grill & Bar in Seymour is the Skill Prize Sponsor. 
For more information and a registration or sponsorship form, visit www.BGCLNV.org.

The tournament will have an 11 a.m. registration and lunch, followed by a noon shotgun start.
Entry fee of $210 per golfer includes 18 holes of golf and cart, driving range, buffet lunch, refreshments on the course, social hour with open bar and dinner (after golf), and tournament gift. 

A raffle, as well as live and silent auctions, will also be available. 
Entries should include names, handicaps, and contact email or phone number sent to John “Red” Larsen Golf Classic, Boys & Girls Club LNV, One Positive Place, Shelton, 06484. Checks should be made payable to the Boys & Girls Club LNV.

Sponsorships available
Anyone wishing to become a sponsor, purchase a tee sign, or donate an auction item should contact Lisa Savoid or Ann Wheeler, 203-924-7462, LisaSavoid@BGC-LNV.org or AnnWheeler@BGC-LNV.org. 
Gold Tournament Sponsorships of $2,500 include a foursome of golf, tee sign, recognition at the awards dinner, inclusion in press releases, and a full-page ad in the tournament program. 
Silver Sponsorships of $1,500 include a foursome of golf, 3/4-page ad in the program, and sign. 
Beverage Cart Sponsors of $1,000 receive 1⁄2-page ad in the program, a large sign on the beverage cart, and a tee sign. 
Bronze Sponsors of $1,200 receive a 1⁄2-page ad in the program, tee sign, and foursome of golf. 
Green Sponsors of $500 receive a 1⁄2-page ad in the program and a tee sign. 
Table & Tee Sponsor get to have a table on the course with promo materials, listing in the program and tee sign. 
Tee Sponsors of $150 receive a listing in the tournament program and tee sign. 
Deadline for all sponsorships is Aug. 6.
The Boys & Girls Club Golf Classic, which has run 45 consecutive years since 1972, is dedicated to John “Red” Larsen. 
Red participated in almost every tournament and was Chairman for more than half. It was common to see Red stuffing “tee-favor bags” on Sunday night or putting out sponsor signs in the morning mist. 
His love for children and his dedication to the Boys & Girls Club were rivaled only by his love for his family and the game of golf.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley has been changing the lives of young people in our area for 60 years. 
With programs ranging from homework assistance to nutrition, to sports, all young people are helped to reach their full potential, but especially those from disadvantaged circumstances. 
Proceeds will help provide services regardless of a family’s ability to pay.

For information about the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, visit www.BGC-LNV.org.


This is a press release from the Club.

Save the date: Leadercast slated May 4 in Seymour

SEYMOUR - The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce will host Leadercast 2018 May 4 in the Invictus Theater at Basement Systems, 33 Progress Ave., in Silvermine Industrial Park. The event will run from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tickets are $99 and now on sale.

Information below shared from the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce website: 

"We are excited to once again be a host location for this worldwide simulcast featuring world renown speakers, authors and more. It is inspirational, experiential and transformational. 

"Leadercast Live is the world’s largest one-day leadership event, with more than 100,000 attendees participating at 700-plus locations in 20 countries around the globe. It is designed for those seeking inspiration and improvement in leadership whether you attend as an individual or with a group.

"It’s a movement that is changing the way the world thinks about leadership by building leaders worth following. In order to become those leaders to the outside, we have to lead ourselves first. We must walk the walk. 

"It’s like the flight attendants tell us: “Please remember to wear your own oxygen mask before helping others.”

"In 2018, Leadercast will focus on that very concept. How do you lead yourself effectively? How do you develop your core principles and values so that your leadership is an outpouring of your innermost self? And how much more will those who follow you benefit from your leadership when you lead yourself well?"

Current Speaker Line-up from Atlanta:

Jen Bricker - Acrobat, Aerialist, Author & Speaker
Ian Morgan Cron - Best Selling Author, Psychotherapist, Enneagram Teacher & Speaker
Catherine Hoke - Founder & CEO Defy Ventures
Michael Hyatt - Author, Speaker and CEO of Michael Hyatt & Company
Mae Jamison -  NASA Astronaut, Engineer and Physician
Jim Loehr. Ed. D. - Best Selling Author & WOrld-Renowned Performance Psychologist
Carey Lohrenz - First Female F-14 Pilot, Speaker & Trainer
Andy Stanley - Leadership Communicator & Best Selling Author
Joe Torre - Hall of Fame Baseball Manager
Tripp Crosby - Comedian, Director & Host of Leadercast 2018

Local Luncheon Speaker:
Larry Janesky, Founder, Basement Systems

Why Attend Leadercast Greater Valley Chamber?
In line with this year’s theme, “Lead Yourself”, we encourage you to attend and bring all key leaders in your organization. 

This gives everyone the opportunity to invest in themselves. They will learn to lead themselves and that will allow them to lead others more effectively. 

Take the opportunity to remove yourself from your normal business environment; it will free you up from everyday distractions to network, learn and be inspired.

The change of scenery often ignites creativity and helps leaders look at their businesses and lives in a different light. We believe spending time with attendees, vendors and experts, plus a staff whose only focus is to ensure you have a deeper level of engagement, creates a life-changing experience.

HR and CEU credits available.

Our sponsors are a part of our Leadercast culture. We are grateful to partner with businesses that are truly leaders worth following. 

Additional sponsorship opportunities now available, contact Nancie for details. 

Please note: Reservations for this event are non-refundable. 

Shelton Exchange Club slates 6th annual mini-golf fundraiser in Ansonia