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Colin L. Powell Honored by Episcopal Social Services ESS' Theatre Benefit a Success ESS earns top rankings from city/state regulatory agencies
General Colin L. Powell Honored by Episcopal Social Services Marking 175 years of service to the most vulnerable New Yorkers, Episcopal Social Services (ESS) honored General Colin L. Powell on September 12, 2006, at a special dinner to mark this occasion. More than 300 business and religious leaders, philanthropists and other supporters came together at The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine to pay tribute to ESS which, since 1831, has provided critically-needed foster care, medical care, group homes for adolescents, family preservation services, Early Head Start, after-school programs, and re-entry services for the formerly incarcerated in New York City. The founding chairman of America's Promise, General Powell was honored for his commitment to the lives of underprivileged and at-risk children. Like ESS, America's Promise serves the needs of children and youth in need to help them become self-supporting and contributing adult members of society. General Powell offered remarks during the dinner. Robert Gutheil, executive director of Episcopal Social Services, said, "General Powell's passion to help children is providing them with the tools and resources they need to become leaders and healers of the future. We salute him and are delighted to honor him tonight for his work on behalf of the youth of this nation." "It is said that to nurture a child is to bless the future, and I believe that wholeheartedly," said General Colin L. Powell. "In today's society, young people are experiencing great difficulties, and those from disadvantaged circumstances often have it the hardest. But we can make a difference, and we must. ESS and America's Promise are doing important work in our communities - both here in New York City and across the country. I am delighted to be here tonight with this significant organization on its 175th anniversary and hope that we continue to invest in our youth, challenge them and provide opportunities for them to succeed." Mr. Gutheil added, "Our mission at ESS is to strengthen New York's most vulnerable citizens so they might live up to their full potential. We strive to create permanent improvement in the lives of children and adults as they battle the effects of poverty - illness, illiteracy and abuse. On behalf of ESS and our Board of Directors, I'd like to thank all our supporters for helping us make this evening a great success. With their continued help, we will be able to provide these innovative programs for the next century and on." Among the notable guests were Dennis Wolcott, deputy mayor of the City of New York; John C. Whitehead, chairman of the Goldman Sachs Foundation and former chair of the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation; dinner co-chairs Kenneth Kramer, Malcolm MacKay, Elizabeth P. Munson and Diana Nouri. The Most Rev. Frank T. Griswold, Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church; and The Rt. Rev. Mark S. Sisk, Bishop of New York of The Episcopal Church were honorary co-chairs. Click here for photos from the event ESS Celebrates 175th Anniversary of Service to New Yorkers Episcopal Social Services celebrates it 175th Anniversary of service to New York City's most vulnerable and needy in 2006. Founded in 1831 as the "good works" arm of the Diocese of New York, ESS continues its mission today as a nonsectarian agency striving to help families and individuals make the most of their potential. We are proud to be one of the oldest continuously-operating social services agencies in the city.
Episcopal Social Services Theatre Benefit a Success Friends and supporters of Episcopal Social Services
gathered on February 28, 2006 for a festive evening of fellowship and
theatre benefitting ESS' range of social services programs. Participants
in this year's Theatre Benefit enjoyed a delightful pre-show meal before
being regaled by a performance of “The Odd Couple,” starring
Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick. Many thanks to Benefit Co-Chairs
Leslie and Barbara Buckland, Diana and Edmond Nouri, and John and Heather
Sargent for their help in making the event a great success.
ESS earns top rankings from city/state regulatory agencies The quality of ESS’ services continues to be recognized by regulatory agencies in New York City and New York State. In 2005 ESS' Adoption Program received an evaluation rating of "Outstanding" by New York City's Administration for Children's Services. Our Special Medical Needs program has received top ratings for the past seven years, and auditors have described our Medical Clinic operations with the rarely-used word “exemplary” along with awarding an “Excellent” (the highest) rating.
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