What other philanthropies does the A-team support?

Amy Denson - NVPA

Asperger's syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder Research is near and dear to Amy's heart, because her son lives with Aspergers syndrome. Amy and her family help support research initiatives and educational programs for Asperger's syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Amy says her son inspires her to see the world differently every day. 

 

Alumnae District Directors

Amy Phillips - ADD I

Amy and her family held a food drive last fall and donated the goods to the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. Her family has also helped raise $500 for the St. Jude's Math-a-thon. Individually, Amy volunteers with Circle of Sisterhood on the Alumnae Relations Committee.

Bridget Hall - ADD II

Bridget and the Omaha Alumnae Chapter serve dinner at the Ronald McDonald house each March. Years ago, a member served on the board and the chapter has carried on the tradition. It is an event that is looked forward to each year! 

Click here for a photo of Bridget and her alumnae chapter at the Ronald McDonald House.

Cassie Fanton - ADD III

Cassie is very active in giving back to her community. She is the troop leader for Daisy troop 933 and Brownie troop 783. Cassie is also a softball 6U player agent for Long Beach Heartwell Fast Pitch Softball.

Click here for a photo of Cassie and some of her Brownie troop.

Marisha Ramsey - ADD IV

Marisha is active with the March of Dimes. Walking with such wonderful kids and adults has inspired her over the years to be part of such a great cause and organization.

Vicki Cangelosi - ADD V

Vicki supports the Full Circle Family Grief Center, a nonprofit family support center that offers counseling to those who have experienced tragic death. The center has been an amazing support to her daughter, Bella, in helping her to deal with the death of her Poppa. They operate solely on community funding and donations.

 


Alumnae Directors

Mary Ellen Elkins - Director of Alumnae Expansion

Mary Ellen has been the Hawkins County United Way Campaign co-chairman for the past three years. She enjoys supporting the United Way because it is an important part of her community - influencing her life as well as the lives of her neighbors and friends. The United Way provides services to people in all walks of life by providing funds to 16 different local agencies, including fire & rescue departments, mental & physical health departments and the Boys & Girls Club of Hawkins County. 

Kara Lenahan - Director of Alumnae Recruitment

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Kara's mother passed away due to ALS, so she raises money to support both the ALS association and the Methodist Hospital's ALS clinic.

Lyle Williams - Director of Alumnae/Collegiate Relations

Lyle gives to her parochial (parish) music ministry each week. Though a lifelong pianist, Lyle is the principal organist & chief chorister at her church's afternoon Saturday Vigil Mass.

Kathi Szabo - Director of Alumnae Programming

Kathi supports Oceana, an international organization focused solely on protecting and preserving our oceans. The organization helps to educate the public on destructive fishing practices and practical solutions to ensure our oceans' futures. Go to Oceana.org to learn more.

Click here for a photo from Kathi.

Sarah Eller - Alumnae Membership Specialist

Each year on March 2, in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, Sarah joins in her fraternity's Day of Service by supporting literacy and the efforts of First Book by reading with elementary school students.

Sarah is a new member of national headquarters staff that is responsible for alumnae related inquiries.