The 10th Annual Townsend Luncheon, hosted by Child & Family, will occur on June 12, 2024, at OceanCliff in Newport. The sit-down ceremony will feature an update from 2022 guest speaker Collete Rinkle. Gail Parella and Lisa Sienkiewicz, owners of Gil’s Appliances, will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs.
“Thanks to the unwavering support of Child & Family, Collete’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of our programs”, Child & Family shares in a press release. “Today, she stands as a beacon of hope, working at Child & Family while pursuing a certification in nutrition. The funds raised at the Townsend Luncheon directly contribute to such life-changing stories, benefiting individuals and families like Colette and her children”.
The funds raised at this event will go directly towards supporting the programs of Child & Family, helping individuals and families in need. The organization is committed to providing life-changing programs and services, and the money donated at the luncheon makes a difference in the lives of those affected.
Child & Family is grateful to the 2024 Community Partners who have pledged their support to the organization. This includes the Aramli Foundation, BedJet, Bowen’s Wharf Company, Audrain Hospitality, KVH Industries, Bank of America, Gil’s Appliances, Neighborhood Health Plan of RI, Tourister Mill, Delta Dental, The Newport Experience, Allan Millora Photography, People’s Credit Union, and Family Services of Rhode Island.
To purchase tickets, donate or learn about becoming a Community Partner, visit www.childandfamilyri.org/special-events/ or contact Dana DiMarco at 401-848-4150 or ddimarco@childandfamiliri.org.
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