The Woodlands Lifestyles & Homes magazine Sep 2009: News in The Woodlands1 -

bridgewood farms Receives $5,000 woodforest grant. Located in Conroe, Bridgewood Farms provides day programs and services for individuals with special needs. In partnership with the local community, they enable individuals who are intellectually disabled to reach their highest potential. Through continual education, Bridgewood clients learn and improve their functional skills, acquire meaningful job skills for the possibility of working in the community, experience the joys that come with their accomplishments at the center and grow socially and emotionally. “Our foundaton is committed to supporting such charities that provide a positive impact on the lives of others, ” said Kim Marling, vice president of Woodforest Charitable Foundation.

Woodforest Charitable Foundation recently provided a $5,000 contribution to Bridgewood Farms, which provides programs and services for individuals with special needs. Pictured with a large group from Bridgewood Farms is Kim Marling, vice president of Woodforest Charitable Foundation (far left), and Dr. David Gottlieb of Woodforest Charitable Foundation (far right).

anadarko participates in day of caring to help mcys. Anadarko Petroleum Corp. joined the United Way for a Day of Caring to give Montgomery County Youth Services in The Woodlands a much needed office makeover.

A group of 13 summer interns, Anadarko employees, friends and MCYS staff painted rooms and re-covered chairs at the agency ’s location in The Woodlands. Servant Leadership is one of Anadarko’s core values, and this year summer interns were anxious to serve alongside company employees in giving.

“We are so grateful for the help we received from Anadarko’s interns and employees,” said Chris Gritzmacher of MCYS. “These are very stressful times for the families we serve, but it adds a measure of comfort and support for them to be able to visit our office and see that we care about the quality of the environment we offer them ... I think it has been a real boost to morale for both our families and staff members. ”

Anadarko’s interns have come from all over the country to spend their summer working in The Woodlands. Interns who worked on this project were John Abeid, James Cyr, Emeka Egbuna, Kyle Hickey, Kristin Larkins, Dylan Malynn, Toyo Martins, Kruti Narvekar, Jordan Portillo, Jacob Rivera, Namrita Sondhi, Ben Tatum and Helen Yu.

Anadarko employees and guests included Kimberly Blocker, Beverly Byrd, Kristin Griffin, Diane Johnson, Emily Johnson, Dominique Jacques-Sollecito, Jesse Juarez and Rupam Modi.

Interfaith Directory Cover Unveiled. The 2009-10 Interfaith of The Woodlands Telephone Directory made its debut during a special unveiling on Aug. 4. With more than 80 people in attendance, including The Woodlands founder George P. Mitchell, the 35th Anniversary directory cover was unveiled, displaying a photo of the Cynthia Woods Mitchell ’s tribute statue located at the north entrance of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion.

Bonni Horan, director of publications and residential services at Interfaith of The Woodlands, said, “As The Interfaith Telephone Directory celebrates its 35th anniversary, we wanted to have a special ‘look’ on the directory cover. Last year, we honored Mr. Mitchell and wanted to honor his wife this year, thanking her for all her contributions to this community. ”

Interfaith staff as well as local volunteers will distribute a new directory to households and area businesses.

Two Men In a Truck Partner with Hand Me Up Shop. Locally-owned Two Men In a Truck has agreed to deliver pro bono donated furniture on a monthly basis from the community to the Interfaith of The Woodlands Hand Me Up Shop.

“Interfaith is so grateful of the partnership with Two Men in a Truck,” said Dr. Ann Snyder, president and CEO of Interfaith. “Their services provide an opportunity for individuals who are unable to deliver it to the shop themselves to donate furniture to Interfaith. ”

To arrange furniture pick-up, call the Hand Me Up Shop at 281-367-4942. To learn more about Interfaith of The Woodlands, go to www.woodlandsinterfaith.org.

The Pavilion Partners “Hot
Legs” FundRaiser
a Success. The Pavilion Partners Pre-Concert Dinner and Fundraiser was held prior to the Rod Stewart concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Guests enjoyed the hottest party of the year while supporting educational outreach programs offered by The Pavilion, including Musical Scores, Children ’s Festival and Fine Arts Education Day.

This event featured a night of classic pop rock that raised approximately $35,000 for The Pavilion ’s educational initiatives.

Emmy Award-winning reporter and anchor for KTRK 13 Eyewitness News Art Rascon, served as the honorary auctioneer for the evening. Rascon helped raise $22,900 during the live auction that included an array of items such as a trip to Las Vegas, sports packages, private dinners and a Tom Petty autographed guitar that sold for $5,000.

Rod Stewart signed a mannequin’s leg, part of the evening’s decorations, and one of his album covers. Both were included in the live auction. The silent auction raised $6,000.

With one of the most distinctive voices in rock history, Stewart put on a memorable performance, entertaining the audience with all of his classic hits.

boys & girls country Receives $5,000 woodforest grant. Boys & Girls Country of Northwest Houston recently received a $5,000 contribution from Woodforest Charitable Foundation to help the charitable Christian home provide children from families in crisis with love, security, a sense of self worth and opportunities to prepare themselves for a successful life.

Boys & Girls Country believes that every child should have a place to grow up and a sense of being home. Kim Marling, vice president of Woodforest Charitable Foundation, said, “It is heartwarming to know that our gift will help make an impact on a child ... enabling them to grow up and reach their full potential. ”

Presenting a gift from Woodforest Charitable Foundation to Boys and Girls Country of Northwest Houston are: (l-r) Deborah Petty, Woodforest National Bank; Vicki Richmond, Woodforest Charitable Foundation; Elaine Petranek, Boys and Girls Country; Dr. David Gottlieb, Woodforest Charitable Foundation; and Maria Espita, Woodforest National Bank.