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Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show Expected to Raise 10K for FCS More than 220 guests packed Branches in West Long Branch on Wednesday, May 8th for one of the most successful Spring Luncheon and Fashion shows in recent years. The annual event, hosted by the Navarumsunk Auxiliary of FCS, is anticipated to have raised more than $10,000 for the benefit of FCS programs and services.
The Struggle to Rebuild... Six Months After Hurricane Sandy
Meet the Kowalls. They are just one of the many vulnerable families we serve who struggle daily to cope with chronic health issues, job losses or other economic difficulties. Like so many in our community, the Kowall's daily struggle only intensified post Hurricane Sandy. Fortunately, we were here to help. Read more about the Kowall's story and please consider making a donation to our Spring Appeal today. Your gift will help us continue to ensure that families like the Kowalls receive the help and support they deserve.
Tee Off for Charity! Register for the Annual FCS Golf Classic. Golf enthusiasts of every level are invited to join the fun at the
Put Your Fashion Foot Forward at the Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show!
Adele (Delly) M. Beekman Named CEO of Family & Children’s Service
Board Also Appoints Dena Reger Chair-elect; Names Paul Stach, Richard J. Angelo to the Board LONG BRANCH, NJ, Feb. 21, 2013 – The Board of Directors of Family Children’s Service (FCS), whose mission is to serve people at vulnerable times in their lives through education, intervention, care and counseling, is proud to announce the appointment of Adele (Delly) M. Beekman, formerly of Rumson, as CEO of the 103 year-old nonprofit agency. A member of the FCS Board for more than 24 years, including two as president, Ms. Beekman brings a a wealth of talent and experience in the nonprofit world to FCS.
You're Invited to our Thrift Boutique's Grand Re-Opening Preview and Reception!
FCS Thrift Boutique to Reopen to Public. LONG BRANCH, NJ, February 6, 2013 – Nearly three months after Superstorm Sandy devastated the FCS Thrift Boutique, the store is set to reopen to the public Tuesday, February 19th thanks to a generous grant from the Robin Hood Relief Fund and help from dozens of area organizations and businesses.
LONG BRANCH, NJ, Dec. 20, 2012 - More than 1,000 area children and their families, many of whom are displaced and living in temporary housing in the wake of hurricane Sandy, will have a brighter holiday season thanks to the generosity of hundreds of local families, businesses and organizations who donated to this year's Operation Sleighbells. Local Foundation Helps Create special FCS Client Emergency Relief Fund for Hurricane Sandy Victims. LONG BRANCH, NJ, Nov. 29, 2012 -Clients who suffered a hardship as a result of Hurricane Sandy will now get additional help meeting their immediate needs thanks to a generous contribution from the Torcivia Family Foundation and Torcon Inc. The Monmouth County-based international construction and engineering firm awarded FCS $25,000 to establish a new Client Emergency Relief Fund to assist Sandy victims who need help getting back on their feet. 100% of donations to CERF will be used to provide for ongoing FCS client needs not duplicated by another organization. FCS Seeking Donations for Annual Holiday Giving Drive Operation Sleighbells to Serve Children & Families Hit by Hurricane Sandy LONG BRANCH, NJ, Nov.15, 2012 – For more than a century, FCS has been granting the holiday wishes of thousands of local children by collecting donated toys and gifts from individuals and organizations to give to children who would otherwise go without. This year, the agency is expanding its collection efforts to meet an even greater need, as many of the more than 400 families it serves have also been impacted by Hurricane Sandy.
Hurricane Sandy Devastates FCS Thrift Store Flooding Causes total Loss of Inventory, LONG BRANCH, NJ, Nov. 15, 2012 – FCS's popular Thrift Boutique at 307 Branchport Avenue in Long Branch is closed for business indefinitely following devastating losses resulting from Hurricane Sandy. More than four feet of water surged through the store during the epic storm, wiping out the extensive donated inventory and damaging the interior. The agency hopes to reopen in the new year.
FCS Celebrates 103 Years at "Enchantment of the Far East"
FCS to Host 2012 Benefit Gala “Enchantment of the Far East,” Saturday, October 13
Agency to honor Dr. Frank J. Vozos and Monmouth Medical Center, Michael and Nancy DelPriore and the late Betty Ann Ryan (in Memoriam)
FCS Seeking Donations for Annual School Backpack Drive LONG BRANCH, NJ, July 17, 2012 – FCS is currently seeking donations for its annual
FCS Home Care Program Receives Re-accreditation Long Branch, NJ, August 1, 2012 – The New Jersey based Commission on Accreditation for Home Care (CAHC) recently reaccredited Family & Children’s Service’s (FCS) Home Care program, giving it high marks for maintaining the highest standards of quality care for its clients and their families. Golfers Tee Off for Charity at Deal Golf & Country Club Long Branch, NJ, June 18, 2012 – More than 120 golfers hit the green at Deal Golf
Fashion, Food and Fun at the 55th Annual Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show Long Branch, NJ, May 16, 2012 – More than 200 invited guest turned out for an
FCS Kicks-off the 2012 Gala Planning Season “Enchantment of the Far East” to be held October 13, at Navesink County Club Long Branch, NJ, April 11, 2012– On Tuesday, April 3rd, FCS' 2012 Gala Committee Photo (l-r) : Debbie O'Donoghue, Chair, FCS Board of Directors; Ursula Atkinson, Co-chair, FCS 2012 Gala Committee; Jill Gemmel, Co-chair, FCS 2012 Gala Committee and Vincent D'Elia, President & CEO, FCS at the kick-off breakfast..
Annual Navarumsunk Auxiliary Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show set for May 9 Branches Event to benefit Family & Children’s Service Long Branch, NJ, April 9, 2012 – The Navarumsunk Auxiliary cordially invites the Photo :Members of the Navarumsunk Auxiliary plan for the 55th Annual Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show, Wednesday, May 9 at Branches. Standing, l-r: Susan Karlin, Pam Tanis, Joyce Wingerter and Betty Ann Ryan. Seated, l-r: Maureen Hintelmann and Terese Pinto.
2012 FCS Golf Classic Set for Monday, June 11 at Deal Golf & Country Club Long Branch, NJ, April 9, 2012 – The public is invited to take part in the annual FCS Golf Classic, Monday, June 11 at the historic Deal Golf & Country Club to benefit the agency's dozen programs and services. Deal is one of the premier golf courses at the Shore, and golf enthusiasts of every skill level are invited to take advantage of this unique opportunity to play a celebrated course while contributing to a worthy cause. Debbie O'Donoghue Named Chair of FCS's Board of Directors Susan Salkeld, Jill Gemmel also Named to Board Long Branch, NJ, Feb. 9, 2012 – Little Silver resident Debbie O’Donoghue recently was named Chair of the Board of Directors of FCS, succeeding Dolores Klein whose two-year term expired in December. A 15-year volunteer with the agency, Debbie hopes to make communicating the agency's mission her top priority. In addition to Debbie’s appointment, the board also named two new members, Susan C. Salkeld of Brielle and Jill Gemmel of Middletown.
Photo: Debbie O'Donoghue, Chair, FCS Board of Directors
Panera Bread donates $12,000 to Family & Children’s Service Money Raised through Operation Donation® to fund Child Literacy Programs
Save the Date!
Thrift Boutique to Hold Third Annual Prom Boutique Donations of new and gently-used formal wear currently being collected. Long Branch, NJ, February 15, 2012 – Hoping to build on the success of the past two years, FCS is again reaching out to area businesses, organizations and individuals for help with its annual Prom event, “Countless Dresses, Countless Memories” to be held March 30 & 31 at the Thrift Boutique in Long Branch.
Area Teens Unite to Collect Pre-Loved Clothing for Children in Need FCS Thrift Boutique to Benefit; Will Hold Special Children’s Boutique Long Branch, NJ, Feb. 9, 2012 – FCS will hold a special “Children’s Boutique” Friday, February 24th and Saturday, February 25th at its Thrift Boutique at 307 Branchport Avenue in Long Branch. The two-day event, which will feature new and pre-loved clothing, shoes and outwear for infants, children and young teens, is the inspiration of a group of local high school students who call themselves the “Rockin’ Angels.” Photo: The Rockin' Angels, (l-r) Madison Pflaster, Montana Pflaster and Christina Kalinowski with the flyers they made to promote their clothing drive at the Thrift Boutique.
Volunteers Sought for Family & Children’s Service’s Thrift Boutique Make Friends, Gain Experience and Receive Special Discounts! We are currently seeking volunteers for our popular FCS Thrift Boutique, a trendy resale shop in Long Branch that offers quality men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, accessories and housewares at deeply discounted prices. Volunteers receive special in-store discounts. Download our Volunteer Application Family & Children’s Service Kicks off Annual Holiday Giving Drive Monmouth Medical Center to Donate Space for Operation Sleighbells Long Branch, NJ, Nov.15, 2011 – Are you looking for a way to give back in a
“Under A Tuscan Moon” raises $128,000 for FCS Annual Gala Honors Long-standing FCS Board Members and Community Leaders Long Branch, NJ, Nov. 9, 2011 – More than 200 friends, family and supporters of To view photos from the event, click here. Bridge Players Wanted! Please joins us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition. Long Branch, NJ, August 18, 2011 – Bridge enthusiasts are invited to try their hand at the Sixth Annual Navarumsunk Auxiliary Benefit Bridge Luncheon, Wednesday, September 7th at the Rumson Country Club in Rumson. Both Duplicate and Party Bridge available.
.. FCS Launches Annual Backpack Drive Panera® Bakeries to Serve as Drop-Off Sites
Long Branch, NJ, August 15, 2011 – Family & Children’s Service is getting some much-needed help from Panera® Cafes for its Reading Buddies Backpack Project. The local cafes will serve as collection sites for families and individuals who wish to drop off new backpacks and school supplies for the annual drive. FCS's Backpack Project serves hundreds of elementary school students in underserved communities throughout Monmouth County. .........................................................................................................................
Join us for a Day at the Races! Join us on Sunday, July 24, 2011 at the beautiful Monmouth Park Racetrack in Oceanport, New Jersey for Family & Children's Service's "Day at the Races." Families welcome! ......................................................................................................................... Annual Golf Classic Raises Thousands for FCS Long Branch, NJ, June 23, 2011 – More than 120 golfers teed off under brilliant blue skies Monday, June 20 at Deal Golf & Country Club for Family & Children’s Service’s (FCS) annual Golf Classic, raising more than $30,000 for Monmouth County’s oldest charitable organization. In this photo: Golfers John Ragosta, Kenny Shaw, Dave for the annual FCS Golf Classic at Deal Golf & Country Club See more photos from the 2011 Golf Classic ......................................................................................................................... Rahway-based RSI Bank to sponsor annual Golf Classic Charity tournament to be held Monday, June 20 at Deal Golf & Country Club Long Branch, NJ, May 19, 2011 – Rahway-based RSI Bank is lending its support to Family Children’s Service (FCS), Monmouth County’s oldest non-profit agency. For the sixth consecutive year, RSI Bank, with branch offices throughout New Jersey, including Pier Village in Long Branch, has agreed to be the lead sponsor of the In this photo: Vincent L. D'Elia, president & CEO of FCS, Gregory T. Adams, Vice-President, Commercial Lending, RSI Bank; Brian Duffy, president & COO, RSI Insurance Agency; Brian Dwelle, Pier Village branch manager, RSI Bank and Ron Gillaspie, co-chair, FCS 2011 Golf Classic. ......................................................................................................................... Family & Children's Service's Home Care Program Re-Accredited Only One-Fifth of NJ Home Care Providers CAHC Accredited Long Branch, NJ, June 6, 2011 - The New Jersey Commission on Accreditation for Home Care (CAHC) recently reaccredited Family & Children’s Service’s (FCS) Home Care program, giving it high marks for maintaining the highest standards of quality care for its clients and their families. ......................................................................................................................... The 54th Annual Navarumsunk Auxiliary Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show Event Raises Thousands for Important FCS Programs and Services Long Branch, NJ, May 4, 2011 – Cooler temperatures and rainy skies didn’t prevent nearly 200 enthusiastic guests from attending the 54th Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show hosted by the Navarumsunk Auxiliary, Wednesday, May 4, at Branches in West Long Branch. In this photo: Auxiliary officers and committee chairs Celeste Donovan, Cynthia Mathews, Betsy Moody Schmalz Ferguson, and Pam Tanis get ready for the luncheon. See more photos from the Luncheon ......................................................................................................................... Find out what's happening at FCS! Our "Family Matters" e-dtion newsletter is out. .........................................................................................................................
......................................................................................................................... Help FCS Spread the Word About our Upcoming Prom Event, Countless Dresses, Countless Memories. To download a flyer in English, click here. ......................................................................................................................... |
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The Navarumsunk Auxiliary is currently taking reservations for its 56th Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, Wednesday, May 8, at Branches in West Long Branch. This fun-filled event includes a fashion boutique, delicious gourmet luncheon, silent auction and 50/50 raffle. 
FCS Brings Holiday Cheer to 1,000 Area Children. Nearly 500 families, many hit by Sandy, are served by this year’s Operation Sleighbells
Reading Buddies Backpack Project which provides new backpacks filled with much-needed school supplies to elementary school students in underserved communities throughout Monmouth County. Donations may be dropped off at FCS’s offices at 191 Bath Avenue in Long Branch, or at our Thrift Boutique at 307 Branchport Avenue through Monday, August 17th.
& Country Club on Monday, June 11, raising more than $30 thousand for FCS during the agency's annual FCS Golf Classic & Women’s Shore Challenge. Golfers competed for a $10,000 Hole-in-One prize, and a brand new Mercedes Benz and dozens of other prizes.
afternoon of fabulous fashion, good food and plenty of fun at the 55th Annual Navarumsunk Auxiliary Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, Wednesday, May 9 at Branches. The always popular event raised thousands of dollars to support critical FCS program and services.
officially kicked-off plans for the agency’s October 13th fundraising spectacular “Enchantment of the Far East” and formally introduced this year’s Gala honorees. The annual fundraiser promises to be bigger and better than ever!
community to its 55th Annual Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 9, at Branches in West Long Branch to benefit FCS. 
Freehold, NJ, March 15, 2011 – Elementary school students across Monmouth county were given the gift of reading today, thanks to a special partnership between FCS and five area Panera Bread cafes. For the second consecutive year, the Panera cafes in Freehold,
meaningful way this Holiday Season? If so, FCS could use your assistance. For more than 100 years, our agency has been granting holiday wishes for thousands of children throughout Monmouth County through donations to our annual holiday giving program, 
FCS braved the early winter snowstorm Saturday, October 29, to dine and dance the night away at the FCS’s 
agency’s annual Golf Classic, pledging more than $12,000 toward the charity event which raises funds for FCS’s essential programs and services. 
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