Cindy Lyall

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Community Support Shines at Neighbor to Neighbor Luncheon

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Neighbor to Neighbor’s recent Spring Luncheon allowed attendees to stand together and fight hunger in the area. The Greenwich nonprofit currently serves over 575 households weekly with food and household essentials. The April 3 luncheon served as a call to action for like minded individuals to advocate for their neighbors in need. The event featured inspiring speeches by Lydia Fenet (Auctioneer, Author, Podcast Host), K. Brent Hill (NTN Executive Director), Angelique Dawson (Chair), and Kristen Shapiro and John Schulman (Co-Presidents). Additionally, a profound testimony of gratitude was given by Neighbor to Neighbor client “Kayte L.” Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, Angelique Dawson, Cindy Lyall, Connie Figgie, Elizabeth Mills, John A. Shulman, K. Brent Hill

PHOTOS: PTAC Essence Awards Ceremony Recognizes Countless Hours of Volunteering

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On Thursday morning 11 recipients of this year’s PTAC Essence Awards were honored at Havemeyer. In attendance were interim Superintendent Ralph Mayo, GHS interim headmaster Rick Piotrowski and Executive Director oft he Greenwich Alliance for Education Julie Faryniarz. The Essence Awards were created to pay homage to some of the district’s most valued volunteers. “No one who is present here today does their PTA work for selfish reasons or bragging rights,” said Essence Award Committee co-chair Kara Mendelsohn, who said recipients were chosen for their  selflessness, ongoing involvement, and willingness to be team members and motivators. The recipients also exemplify the PTA values of collaboration, commitment, respect and integrity. Continue Reading →

Filed under: Volunteering, Amy Matterazzo, Anne Pfetsch, Barbara McFadden, Cindy Lyall, Ellen Fullerton, Jessie Bennett, Leila Horn Marin