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Sunday, July 5, 2009
Foundation For Health Care Coverage
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Ankeny Minoux, President
The Foundation For Health Care Coverage is a non-profit public organization formed in 2004 whose mission is to focus on the uninsured and provide them with educational tools . Discussed the increasing problem of uninsured and underinsured in our community due to the current economic downturn. Provided data about free and low-cost health care coverage options that are available to the community, and discussed FHCE’s Options Matrix booklet, and their live 24 hour helpline service devised to help communities find the best coverage options for them. For more information, visit www.coverageforall.org or call the help line at 800-235-1317.
LongHouse Reserve
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Matko Tomicic, Executive Director
LongHouse Reserve is a non-profit museum on the East End of Long Island founded by renown textiles designer Jack Larsen, that contains an arboretum and sculpture gardens and whose mission is to exemplify living with art in all forms. Discussed the unique environment of Longhouse and the philosophy of combining art, nature, aesthetics, and spirit. Also discussed their current exhibitions, sculpture, and their variety of educational programs offered to the community. Spotlighted their school tours, family activities and workshops, and the recent Photography awards, which recognized the work of the school children in the community. LongHouse will host their annual fundraising event on July 18, which is also unique and honors legendary weaver and humanitarian, Carol Cassidy. For more information visit www.longhousereserve.org.
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Sunday, June 27, 2009
The Fresh Air Fund
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Jenny Morgenthau, Executive Director
The Fresh Air Fund is a not-for-profit agency that has provided free summer experiences in the country to more than 1.7 million New York City children from disadvantaged communities since 1877. Each year, thousands of children visit volunteer host families in 13 states and Canada or attend one of five Fresh Air Fund camps. Discussed the Fresh Air Fund’s history, their Friendly Town camps, and other programs. Provided details on how the community can host Fresh Air Fund children, and how kids can join one of the camps. For more information, visit www.freshair.org.
Hudson Perinatal Consortium – Post Partum Depression (PPM)
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Marianne Moore, Executive Director
The Hudson Perinatal Consortium serves as the leading agency in Hudson County, New Jersey that provides maternal and child health services; and whose mission is to meet their healthcare needs and coordinate education, outreach and advocacy. Spotlighted Post Partum Depression in women, which is mood disorder that affects women who have just given birth. Provided data about PPM , and discussed how women can better cope with it, and treat it. Stressed the importance of women who experience PPD to not consider it a sign of personal weakness or a character flaw, and communicate with their health care providers and their family about their suffering. For more information visit www.njspeakup.gov or www.hudsonperinatal.org.
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Sunday, June 21, 2009
Police Athletic League of New York
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Felix Urita, Executive Director
The Police Athletic League is New York City's largest nonprofit, independent youth organization. Pal provides New York City’s youth with safe, structured programming that engages boys and girls in positive activities that improve their quality of life, and offers the prospect of a brighter future. Discussed PAL’s rich history and it’s variety of recreational, educational, cultural and social programs for young people, for youth ages three to 21. For more information, visit www.palnyc.org.
American Lung Association of New York/Clean Air NY
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Michael Seilback, Vice President of Public Policy & Communications
The American Lung Association has partnered with the Department of Transportation’s Clean Air New York to help rid New York City of air pollution. Spotlighted Clean Air NY week, which was designed to educate the community about ways they can improve their carbon footprint, and make New York’s air healthier. Discussed the events of the week and the positive benefits that was gained by their efforts. Also discussed the American lung Association’s role to continue to fight for Lung health, and provide the community with tools to help maintain their lung health. For more information about Clean Air New York, visit www.cleanairny.org. For more information about the American Lung Association, visit www.ala.org.
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Sunday, June 14, 2009
Gen Art
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Stefan Gerard, Co-Founder
Gen Art is the leading arts and entertainment organization dedicated to showcasing emerging fashion designers, filmmakers, musicians and visual artists.and produces events that raises funds for the Gen Art Foundation which is a non-profit responsible for assisting struggling talent in a variety of ways including providing direct grants to talent, creating awards programs and other opportunities for them to thrive when they otherwise would not. Discussed many of the now famous Gen Art grantees, and spotlighted their 15th Anniversary benefit, which will be held on June 24th, to raise funds to keep Gen Art stay afloat in these trying economic times. For more information, visit www.genart.org.
The Songwriter’s Hall of Fame (SHOF)
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guests: Linda Moran, President and Lamont Dozier, Songwriter
The Songwriter’s Hall of Fame was founded by musician Johnny Mercer with the ongoing mission is to celebrate and honor the contributions of America’s great popular music songwriters, while developing new writing talent through workshops, showcases, scholarships and digital initiatives. Linda Moran discussed the organization’s rich history and all the many different types of awards and scholarships that have been handed out. Also spotlighted the 40th annual SHOF Inductee Ceremony which will be held on June 18th. Lamont Dozier of the legendary songwriting team of Holland Dozier Holland will receive the prestigious Johnny Mercer award. Mr. Dozier discussed the award, and what it means to him, and also discussed his own background and musical history as a noted Arbiter of Motown music. Also discussed the free Songwriters Hall of Fame Master Class that he will be conducting on Tuesday, June 16th in Manhattan, which provides an opportunity for budding songwriters to hone their craft. For more information about SHOF and about the Songwriters Master Class, visit www.songhall.org.
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Sunday, June 7, 2009
Divabetic
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Max Szadek, Founder
Divabetic, is a national nonprofit that provides free education, empowerment and encouragement for women at risk who are affected by and living with diabetes and helps them to stay healthy and upbeat about their daily self-care. Mr. Szadek founded the organization after his former boss Luther Vandross died from Diabetes, and he wanted to help educate the public about the disease in a new and unique way. Discussed their many community outreach programs which are designed to be fun and informative ways to help women better manage their diabetes. For more information, visit www.divabetic.org.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA)
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Toni Hansen, Executive Director – New York Chapter
The American Diabetes Association was founded in 1940, and continues their mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by the disease. The ADA continues to lead the fight against the consequences of diabetes and to fight for those affected by the disease. Provided data about the disease, and information about how the community can help lessen their risk of developing diabetes. Spotlighted the ADA’s Tour de Cure New York bike race, held on June 14 in Morningside Park to help raise funds and awareness about this ever-growing disease. For more information visit www.diabetes.org.
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Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Parrish Art Museum
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Terri Sultan, Executive Director
The Parrish Art Museum is devoted to the collection, preservation, interpretation and dissemination of American art with particular focus on the art of the East End of Long Island. The Museum is committed to bringing art and people together in its education and outreach programs. Discussed the Museum’s programs, collections, educational activities and publications and spotlighted their Mixed Greens exhibition, which celebrates the region’s long tradition of creativity and innovation. Also, highlighted the Museum’s annual Landscape Pleasures event which features symposiums and garden tours. For more information visit www.parrishart.org.
Jeffrey Modell Foundation
Host: Deborah Gordon
Guest: Fred Modell, Co-Founder
The Jeffrey Modell Foundation was established by Vicki and Fred Modell in memory of their son Jeffrey, who died at the age of 15 of pneumonia due to an underlying Primary Immunodeficiency disease. The Foundation is dedicated to early and precise diagnosis, meaningful treatments, and ultimately cures of the disease. Discussed the warning signs, symptoms, and the need for screening, and increased awareness, because cases of the disease are increasing, although many remain undiagnosed. For more information, visit www.info4pi.org.
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