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Annual Report 2015A Year in Transition
TCH is a nonprofit that impacts lives through exceptional educational, social and outreach experiences
The Community House
2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORSEXECUTIVE COMMITTEECamille JayneChair
Rob FarrVice Chair
David BeddowTreasurer
Deborah SloanSecretary
Renato JamettMember-at-Large
Donald J. KunzMember-at-Large
William D. SeklarPresident and CEO
DIRECTORSAnn J. ConradBradley K. FeldmanConnie HudasJamal S. KalabatHenry P. LeeDaniel D. QuickLisa SampsonGwen SchultzMichelle C. Schwab Walter SchwartzDavid StanislawMark TapperAlan Whitman
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Bill Seklar and Camille Jayne are forming a new partnership to create a stronger future at The Community House.Jayne, President and CEO of The Community House, is transitioning to take over as the Chair of the TCH Board of Directors, a volunteer position. Seklar has been named the organization’s new President and will take over Jan. 5.Jayne said it was necessary for The Community House to bring in someone with Seklar’s fundraising background in order to make the organization more self-sustaining.“He’s a longtime Birmingham resident, and he has tremendous knowledge about increasing a nonprofit’s investment and endowment portfolios,” she said. “I’m excited about TCH’s future with Bill leading the team. He’s a great fit for TCH, and we’re a great fit for his talents.”Seklar is equally enthusiastic about joining the TCH team.“I’m honored to join The Community House as President,” he said. “In the last few years, Camille has re-branded the organization, created new revenue streams, and gotten the organization working very profitably to get it to the next level. She’s ‘righted the ship’ if you will. Under my tenure I hope to build on those revenue streams in the area of foundation grants and major gifts, increasing the reserves by another $4 million.”Doing so, along with the money it raises from social enterprise and annual donations, will ensure the organization remains self-sufficient well into the future.IMPACTING LIVESThe Community House, a 92-year-old nonprofit, is located at 380 S. Bates Street in downtown Birmingham. The organization has a $4 million annual budget, employs about 75 individuals and welcomes over 210,000 people through its doors annually, offering classes, a banquet venue, a five star rated early childhood center, and houses a dozen other nonprofits and groups for free.However, the heart of The Community House mission is the various outreach programs it offers free to hundreds of low income children and families in need in Detroit and Pontiac. The programs range from childhood obesity prevention, literacy, and job preparedness to leadership for teens.
MEET BILLSeklar grew up in Birmingham and is a Seaholm High School graduate. He now lives in Bloomfield Village with his wife and three children.His most recent position, from 2007-14, was serving as President and CEO of the Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan. During that time he secured the foundation’s first eight-figure endowment pledge.Prior to that he served as the Chief Development Officer at Manresa Jesuit Retreat House in Bloomfield Hills, overseeing the growth and development of their endowment fund.He was the first Director of Development for the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber. He also spent 20 years in management, purchasing and development at The Beaumont Foundation.“The thing that impresses me the most is Camille’s observation that Royal Oak Beaumont has about 210,000 walking through their doors every year – and it’s the same number we have at The Community House,” he said. “It says a lot about both organizations.”LOOKING AHEADSeklar said on a local level, he’s looking forward to working with the community. But on a more regional platform, he wants to reinforce the TCH nonprofit image, and to continue the message of being a much needed community asset.“My experience has taught me that donors would like you to endow yourself so you can be self-supporting and don’t constantly have to ask people for help,” he said. “Major donors like that ... they like to know we’re trying to take care of ourselves – and certainly the biggest way for us to do that is through the investment reserves. This is a good place for people to invest their money, having comfort knowing that we do great work and we’re good stewards.”Jayne said as Chair, she’ll help transition Seklar. Her plan is to move back into the for-profit world, doing what she loves – helping a business grow faster and more profitably – while continuing to be a very active TCH ambassador and supporter.“I am confident Bill will lead TCH’s team to new heights,” she said.
By Jay Grossman, Staff Writer
LONGTIME BIRMINGHAM RESIDENT NAMED NEW PRESIDENT OF THE COMMUNITY HOUSE
Reprinted with permission from the Birmingham Eccentric
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2015 Community House By The Numbers7,523,934 steps logged by at-risk youth in the iCount™ Childhood Obesity Prevention Program
210,000 people walked through our doors
69,586 meals were served at The Community House
- 22,000 diapers were changed in the Early Childhood Center- 15,000 adults and youth took advantage of our community education classes, lectures and programs - 4,103 people attended our Community Events
2,100 children reached out to each month by the StoryTellers Guild - 1,725 people attended The Community House’s Dance Academy & Ballet Ensemble Performances - 942 donors gave to The Community House Annual Fund Drive
850 classes, lectures and programs were offered at The Community House
750 is the number of ballet and tap shoes used by the The Community House Dance Academy - 650 children and parents attended the Student Art Town Award Ceremonies - 625 senior men gathered at The Community House for learning and fellowship
505 volunteers contributed 3,613 hours of time to The Community House - 425 children and parents attended our annual ParkArt event
111 guests were featured on The Community House’s “Making A Difference” TV Show - 107 people attended the Master Class Evening - 92 people over 90 years old attended The Community House’s 90 & Beyond Luncheon
75 people attended the Center for Wealth Education- 72 different zip codes of Community House donors to whom we are deeply grateful - 48 companies became Community House Annual Corporate Partners or Sponsors
36 7th grade leaders graduated from The Community House’s 21st Century Leaders school year long leadership program - 35 restaurants and vendors participated in the Farm to Table Block Party Food Fest
- 30 at-risk youth participated in The Community House’s iCount Childhood Obesity Prevention Program
1 is the number of private day care centers in Birmingham rated 5 stars by the “Great Start to Quality System” and our Early Childhood Center (ECC) is the only one!
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Over 15,000 adults, business professionals and youth took advantage of our community education classes, lectures and programs.
SARA SMITH YOUTH THEATRESara Smith Youth Theatre presented two theatrical performances in 2015— Peter Pan Jr. and Alice in Wonderland Jr. The productions gave youth ages 8-18 the chance to learn about the art of theatrical performance. 1,728 members of the community attended the performances offering exposure to community theatre. One hundred children were cast in the plays, and an additional 101 youth attended The Community House summer theatre camps.
MASTER CLASS EVENINGThe Community House offered a Master Class Evening, providing attendees the opportunity to learn from Metro Detroit top business leaders who spearhead some of the finest companies in the region. The panel shared their keys to successfully navigating through different market conditions in order to achieve new business heights. Panelists included: Heath Carr, COO, Shinola; Alan Whitman, CEO-Elect, Baker Tilly; Ric DeVore, Regional President, PNC;
Linda Orlans, Founder & Executive Chair, Orlans Group; Dr. Tom Rifai, Medical Director, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland; and Patricia Mooradian, President, The Henry Ford. Dr. Michael Mazzeo, Dean of the Business School at Oakland University served as moderator for the panel.
TCH DANCE ACADEMYOver 400 students strong, The Community House Dance Academy celebrated its 51st year. The Academy’s vision is to be a source of inspiration and guidance for those who wish to make dance a part of their lives. In August, the Dance Academy hosted 43 German student dancers and faculty who participated in an exchange program. During their four day stay in Birmingham, the students participated in dance classes and a creative exchange with dancers from The Community House Dance Academy. In December, The Community House Ballet Ensemble and friends performed the Nutcracker Story Ballet. The Academy was grateful to be supported by a donation from the Michael F. McManus Foundation.
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21ST CENTURY LEADERSThe Community House’s 21st Century Leaders program stayed committed to its outreach mission providing real-world experiences for youth across communities’ boundaries – uniquely preparing alumnus for life. The work of the Leaders culminated with a special group project called “The Apprentice: Leadership in Business & Innovation.” The Leaders teamed up to form companies and were tasked with the innovation of a product and creating a real-world business plan. The Leaders requested funding from a panel of real bankers from PNC and mock checks were presented for their efforts. The 21st Century Leaders received funding from The Tuktawa Foundation, Filmer Memorial Charitable Trust, and Skybird Travel and Tours.
CLASSESIn 2015, The Community House Program Department offered 850 classes and programs—everything from cooking and yoga to business lectures and seminars. This accounted for over 15,000 class registrations. One hundred forty-five programs were offered for children. There were 26 complimentary or minimal cost programs.
PROTECT YOUR HEALTHProtect Your Health gave attendees the opportunity to enjoy a luncheon while hearing from a panel of experts who focused on helping women to “be their best.” Panelist’s topics included: Financial Health; Relationship Health; Physical Health; Nutrition Health; and Sleep Health. The event was co-presented by sponsors PNC and Shain Park Realtors.
STUDENT ART TOWN2015 marked the 25th year of Student Art Town, made possible by a grant from the DeRoy Testamentary Foundation. Art teachers from 26 metro Detroit public and private schools selected the artwork of 175 student artists for exhibition at The Community House one week preceding the fundraising event OUR TOWN Art Show & Sale. A special feature of the 2015 Student Art Town included a series of free children’s art workshops also made possible by the DeRoy Testamentary Foundation. Thirty nine students participated in a variety of classes including: “Mask Making,” “Imagination Box” and “From Trash to Fash.”
PARKARTParkArt, “a youth evening of the arts,” took place in June in Birmingham’s Shain Park and was sponsored by Raymond James. This interactive, family oriented event allowed youth to partake in hands-on art projects. The event also included performances by The Community House Youth Summer Theater Actors and The Community House Dance Academy. Art activities introduced children to Calligraphy, Friendship Bracelets, Print Making, Henna, Zentangle, Recycled Art Projects, Mural Art and Tie-Dying.
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90 & BEYONDThe 90 & Beyond celebratory luncheon, presented by Talmer Bank, recognized and honored people in the community who were 90 years of age and older. The event was highlighted with a “Technology Through the Decades” presentation. One hundred 90 year olds attended and 3 people were presented certificates for being over 100 years old. Presentations were made by Oakland County Commissioners, Nancy Quarles and Shelly Goodman Taub.
“MAKING A DIFFERENCE AT TCH” TV SHOWFor the third consecutive year, The Community House produced “Making a Difference at TCH,” a cable television program which airs on Bloomfield Community Cable. Hosted by the new Community House President & CEO, William D. Seklar, the show highlighted programs and events while shining the spotlight on Community House sponsors, donors, teachers and volunteers who helped The Community House accomplish its mission. Thirty programs
ConnectThousands of people attended TCH community and business networking events, and used our facilities to enjoy art, music, and fellowship.
were aired from January to December. “Making a Difference at TCH” provided a visual outlet to stream The Community House’s mission to the greater community.
FARM TO TABLE STROLLING BLOCK PARTY FOOD FESTFoodies from throughout metro Detroit came to support the third annual Farm to Table Strolling Block Party Food Fest. Chefs representing well-known area restaurants and caterers from Oakland and Wayne counties, provided tastings using only Michigan grown ingredients. Michigan vendors sold the best of Michigan farm fresh agricultural produce, cheese, meat, baked goods, jams and other edible products. Local breweries, wineries and distilleries were also on hand to conduct tastings. The Presenting Sponsor was Huntington Bank. Other sponsors included Whole Foods, Birmingham Principal Shopping District, edibleWOW, St. Joseph Mercy Health System, M1 Concourse, Downtown Publications, Cumulus Detroit, Channel 7 News.
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OUR TOWN ART SHOW & SALEFor thirty years, the OUR TOWN Art Show & Sale, made possible by a grant from the DeRoy Testamentary Foundation, has provided a forum for Michigan artists to exhibit and sell their work. The 2015 event showcased 365 pieces of art by 169 talented Michigan artists. The Opening Night “Art in Vogue” Party offered patrons cocktails and tasty hors d’oeuvres, live music and the first opportunity to preview and purchase art. Sally Gerak and Julie Dawson were the Grand Honorees for the event. Co-Jurors Barbara Heller of the DIA and Robert Dempster, owner of Studio D presented twelve Michigan artists with monetary awards totaling $10,000, sponsored by the Bank of Birmingham. Artists receiving awards included: Award of Excellence-Tom Hale; Gold Awards-Roger Anderson, Jim Fetter, Brant MacLean, Agnes Miller and Kathy Boltz Phillips; Silver Awards-Mary Ellen Dohrs, Don Hoenig, Jim Stella and Sharon Will; Bronze Awards-Kathleen McNamee and Dave Roth; Chairs’ Award-Laurie Mueller and Michelle Sider.
BIRMINGHAM HOUSE TOURBirmingham House Tour marked its 28th anniversary by presenting tour-goers with seven spectacular private residential homes, which offered a diversity of extraordinary architecture and interior design styles. The styles ranged from a sophisticated 1920s Tudor accented by exquisite designer details and fine furniture to a rare behind the scenes look at a cozy artist’s retreat located in a tranquil garden setting. The Tour was sponsored once again by Hall & Hunter Realtors. Many attendees took a break in the day to enjoy a delicious lunch and socialize at The Community House before returning to the Tour to view additional houses.
RACE RELATIONS & DIVERSITY TASK FORCEMembers of the community who are concerned with achieving racial equality and ethnic diversity came to TCH for monthly programs offered by the Race Relations & Diversity Task Force. The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration featured a facilitated panel discussion moderated by Jay Grossman of the Birmingham Eccentric. Panelists included Terri Laws, Professor African-American Studies, University of Detroit-Mercy; Macie Tuiasosopo, Attorney at Adam Shakoor & Associates, P.C.; and Rev. Dr. Stephen Butler Murray, President, Ecumenical Theological Seminary. The Diversity Champion Honor Roll Breakfast recognized those who actively support ethnic diversity and the ideals of inclusion in the workplace. Both events helped raise funds to continue the Task Force’s educational efforts. Once again, both of these events were made possible by the Nissan Foundation.
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STORYTELLERS GUILDThe StoryTellers Guild aimed to improve literacy in underserved areas through the art of storytelling. Members visited classrooms in Dearborn, Hazel Park, Pontiac, Oak Park, Royal Oak, Utica and Warren school districts as well as area hospitals. StoryTellers shared the joy of reading with more than 2,100 children per month in grades K-5. The StoryTellers held a fundraiser in April entitled “Michigan Legends & Lore.” Guest speakers included Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen and Robbyn Smith.
ICOUNTTM CHILDHOOD OBESITY PREVENTION PROGRAMThe Community House partnered with Cranbrook Horizons -Upward Bound (HUB) to administer a unique health and wellness childhood obesity prevention program to benefit at risk youth. The iCount program, now in its fourth year, provided a unique health and wellness childhood obesity prevention program to 30 students. The curriculum taught students topics such as the benefits of physical activity; the major food groups; reading nutrition labels; the effects of consistent consumption of fast food and sugary drinks;
TCH helped the underserved learn and become more vital, as well as nourished life and recognized important community contributions.
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chronic diseases and prevention; the obesity epidemic; and positive body image and self-esteem. This metro Detroit program concluded with a “Vibrancy Day” celebration, which highlighted accomplishments, progress reports, achievements and awards.
SUPPORTED GROUPS & NONPROFITSConsistent with our mission, The Community House has a rich history of supporting and promoting important groups and clubs in the local community so that they can deliver their services and continue their charitable community work. In 2015, The Community House subsidized fourteen Community House Supported Groups and/or nonprofit service organizations by offering them free space, discounted food and administrative support.
These groups, who also call The Community House “home” include: Birmingham Bloomfield Newcomers Club; International Culture and Cuisine; Race Relations & Diversity Task Force; Senior Men’s Club; The Community House Women’s Club; StoryTellers Guild; Rotary Club;
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Birmingham Optimist Club; Lions Club; Birmingham Principal Shopping District; Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce; President’s Advisory Council; Friends of the Gardens and Open Bridge.
ANNUAL GALAThe Community House Annual Gala, sponsored by Bank of Birmingham, honored Herman B. Gray, M.D., Executive Vice President of Pediatric Health Services at the Detroit Medical Center (DMC), and former CEO DMC Children’s Hospital, who was honored for his tremendous philanthropic generosity to the community. In addition to honoring Dr. Gray, The Community House also recognized ten extraordinary people in the community who were deemed “Pillars of Vibrancy.” These individuals made philanthropic contributions to the community in the three key Community House mission areas of Education, Wellness or Culture. The Education Pillar included Michael Melfi, Founder & Managing Partner Melfi & Associates and Treps Nest; Patricia Mooradian, President of The Henry Ford; and James Suhay, Community Volunteer. The Culture Pillars were Robert Dempster, Owner of Studio D and Founder of Detroit Rocks!; Julie Dawson, renowned professional photographer and watercolor artist; and David K. Page (posthumously), Partner at Honigman Miller who served as Honigman’s Charitable Giving Partner. Wellness Pillars were Tim Anderson, SVP & Market Leader Key Private Bank Michigan/Northwest Ohio; Carol and John Aubrey, Community Volunteers; and Dan Serlin, Partner Serlin, Trivax & Stearn.
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTERNow in its 25th year, The Community House Early Childhood Center (ECC) provided an outstanding facility for 42 children including, infants, toddlers and preschoolers. The program encourages the development of the total child and focuses on an active learning environment and problem solving skills through the use of the HighScope philosophy. The center received a prestigious five star rating, the highest level obtainable, from “Great Start to Quality,” Michigan’s rating and improvement system for child care and preschool.
BANQUETS AND MILESTONE EVENTSThe Community House Event Sales Department stayed busy serving up 69,586 meals in 2015. Over 41 nonprofit groups utilized The Community House for their events. Thirty-four couples chose The Community House for their wedding receptions and wedding ceremonies. Others utilized the gorgeous indoor and outdoor settings of The Community House for countless milestone events, including Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, retirement parties, memorials, and other special occasions. During 2015, the Wallace Ballroom and main floor areas received a facelift with fresh paint, new lighting and new banquet chairs. The roof above the Wallace Ballroom, Garden Room and Wilson Room was replaced thanks in large part to The Community House’s many generous donors, donor families, and through restricted legacy gifts.
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As a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, The Community House continued on its path to solid financial stability in 2015, significantly improving on all business metrics with help from new programs and events, as well as continuing to improve traditional offerings. Fine tuning of operational and business processes resulted in greater productivity and efficiencies. Importantly, we cannot over stress the incredible financial and emotional support we received from our Board of Directors, key stakeholders, sponsors and supporters.
As a critical community educational resource and asset, we take seriously our responsibility to be the best stewards of your gifts, hoping you will continue to help us carry on our good work. Your donations are vital to our on-going stability and future sustainability. Thank you for supporting and believing in what we do. Our important work continues.
TCH Financial Overview
2015 TCH Operating Revenue
Annual Fund Drive 8%
Grants 3%
Sponsorships 3%
Community Events11%
Investment, Endowment & SMC Legacy
3%
Classes, Travel, Early Childhood Center,
Social & Corporate Events72%
2015 TCH Operating Expenses
Classes, Travel, Early Childhood Center,
Social & Corporate Events66%
Community Events
6%
Outreach13%
Administration11%
Development4%
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VIBRANCY PARTNER $50,000 AND UPCommunity Foundation for Southeast MichiganMr. George A. Miller
EDUCATION PARTNER $25,000-$49,999Bank of BirminghamDavid P. Beddow, Technology Equity AssociatesDeRoy Testamentary FoundationHuntington BankCamille JaynePNC BankRaymond James Financial, Inc.
VISION PARTNER $15,000-$24,999All Seasons - BirminghamThe Nissan FoundationVariety, The Children’s Charity
SHINING PARTNER $10,000-$14,999AnonymousBlue Cross and Blue Shield of MichiganKenneth BrookereTitle AgencyThe Philip and Elizabeth Filmer Memorial Charitable TrustHall & Hunter RealtorsRuth E. KnudsenManaged Asset PortfoliosRalph L. and Winifred E. Polk FoundationPam & Bob RossiterSt. Joseph Mercy - Oakland Trott FoundationThe Tuktawa Foundation
ENLIGHTENING PARTNER $7,500-$9,999DTE Energy FoundationRosso Family FoundationTalmer Bank and Trust
GUIDING PARTNER $5,000-$7,499Maggie and Bob AlleseeCarol and John AubreyC & N Foundation - Carole and Norman HofleyGiarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.Howard and Howard Community Reinvestment FundDonald and Jeanne KunzOakland UniversityPlastic Surgery Associates Scott Shruptrine Furniture
TCH Donors & Partners
Bobbi and Stephen Polk
George Miller, Susan Miller
Bob and Maggie Allesee
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Senior Men’s Club of BirminghamSkybird Travel and ToursDeborah and Hugh Sloan
ILLUMINATING PARTNER $2,500-$4,999Gretchen and Tom Anderson Family FundRobert A. BroganBullis Wealth StrategiesAnn and David ConradJulie W. DawsonDonna DeGennaroHarley Ellis Devereaux
Richard C. Devereaux FoundationCarole and Keith DeyerEthan Allen Home InteriorsLaurie and Robert FarrMeg and Brady FerronGorman’s Home FurnishingsThe D. Dan and Betty Kahn FoundationDavid H. KeyHenry LeeConnie and Ian McEwanMartha MehallLois and Gene MillerLisa and Bill SampsonThe Serlin GroupStanislaw Consulting, LLCSterling Development CorporationTAMMA CapitalTCH Women’s ClubMr. and Mrs. Marc TwinneyBarbara C. Van Dusen
INSPIRING PARTNER $1,000-$2,499 Terence E. Adderley FundIsabel and Cliff BathBator LegalBarbara and James BaysonBirmingham Lions ClubBirmingham Bloomfield Newcomers ClubBirmingham Optimists ClubBirmingham Principal Shopping DistrictBirmingham Rotary ClubBolyard LumberRobert A. BroganMr. and Mrs. James M. BuchananMr. and Mrs. Victor ChelovichGale and Doug Colwell
Deborah and Hugh Sloan
Donald and Jeanne Kunz
Carol and John Aubrey
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Consumers EnergyThe Cox FamilyJames and Kevin CristbrookJan DaileyDeRoy & DevereauxJanette and Fran EngelhardtMr. and Mrs. Benjamin EwingLaura and Pat FentonPatty and C.J. GhesquiereGoldstein, Bershad & Friend, PCThe Gornick FundDr. and Mrs. Herman GraySylvia and Edward HagenlockerRichard N. HarperPamela and Michael Harris
Brigitte and Mort HarrisMr. and Mrs. Eugene P. JacobyMarjorie and Maxwell Jospey FoundationYvette and Jamal KalabatHazel KarbelKenwal Steel CorporationDaniel LoeppM1 Course LLCSheila and John MarshNicholas and Louella Martin Charitable Fund Mayor Tom McDanielMcDonald Investments, Inc. Michael D. McKennaDr. and Mrs. John H. McLaughlinThomas McMahonJenny MeierMelfi & AssociatesAnne MervenneChristina and Sean MetroseMills Pharmacy + ApothecaryMr. Lee R. MiskowskiWillard E. MunroNear Perfect Media LLCGwen Schultz and Gary OfiaraLinda Orlans and Gerald PadillaPerformance OrthopedicsThe Karen and Drew Peslar FoundationCarrie and Ed Proctor, Jr.Daniel QuickMr. and Mrs. Lloyd E. ReussJan and Paul Robertson, Jr.Jayme RossiterShelley RothMr. and Mrs. William SeklarJosie and Jerry SheppardAndrew SpencerMarsha and David StanislawMargaret StricklandThe Suburban Collection
Connie and Ian McEwan
Al Nelson and Faye Alexander NelsonDavid and Christine Provost, Robert Dempster
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Barbara and Jim SuhayH.W. Suter FoundationMark TapperEugene and Anne ThompsonTrott FoundationSally and Scott Tyler Susan and Robert UferPeter VanHeusdenThomas G. Varbedian, M.D.Nancy and Robert VlasicMary Ann WallaceBecky WaltonWhole Foods Market - TroyMarion Wyatt
MOTIVATING PARTNER $500-$999Ann and Robert AikensRobert Aikens & AssociatesAnn AliberAttorneys Title AgencyTessa and Jeffrey BagalisFrank M. BarnesShelley BarrMr. and Mrs. Henri BernardDiane K. BertBirmingham Bloomfield ChamberAnn and Bill BoothDoreen BullKaren and Joseph CaserioDana CoffmanCory DevelopmentLorraine D’Angelo
Marilyn and Cliff DeanDevon Title AgencyMr. and Mrs. Eric DietzPatricia DomanskiLinda Dresner and Ed Levy, Jr.Betty Jane EmmertThe Fred A. & Barbara M. Erb Family FoundationDebbie and John ErbMichael FeagleySally GerakMr. and Mrs. Robert GoyetteHagopian World of RugsTeresa L. HartleMr. Darryl B. Hazel and Ms. Sheila M. McEnteeCarolyn and Michael HefnerChristina HeidrichGerald R. Heller and Mary C. Heller FundNancy and Dennis HerrickJennifer and Andrew HubackerConnie and Larry HudasNancy Hutcheson
Jim and Barbara Suhay
Michael Melfi
Margo Strickland, Marion Wyatt
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Susan and Tom McDanielMr. and Mrs. Charles MillerMarie and Bill MolnarPatricia MooradianThe Reverend Edward L. Mullins Faye NelsonJames O. NordlieAlison OrlansSarah PageJason PageDiane and Jarold PeckDr. and Mrs. Augustine PerrottaJudith and John PerrymanDavid and Christine ProvostJenn ReeseEleanor and Bernard RobertsonElaine and Robert RobinsMr. Leslie RoseAnn and Mike Rosenthal Family FoundationMr. and Mrs. Stanley SatovskyDebbie and John SchrotMichelle and Eric SchwabMiry and Dan SerlinSherman Family FoundationEllen and Dr. Les SiegelCoco and Robert SiewertBrad SimmonsBarbara SmithJohn M. and Peggy SteeleJohn and Betty SteelePatricia and Arthur StuartKathy and Rick WagonerMr. and Mrs. Joe WalshJim and Marva WilliamsJackie Wooten
Deborah and Addison IgleheartInvisible Fence of Birmingham Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. JessupMary Ellen and Pete KassLeon & LuluSue and Fred LeydorfLynn and Ned LiddleLuckenbach-Ziegelman Architects PLLCDarlene and Hugh MahlerDeborah MalcolmTom and Melissa MarkVickie and Tom McAskin
Sylvia and Ed Hagenlocker
David and Ann ConradJulie Dawson, Sally Gerak
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HELPING PARTNER $250-$499Judith and Joel AdelmanFarah AldahanJoan AntosDr. Frank AuldSuzanne BaberTrisha BalazovicCarol and Robert BazzellRobert C. BeachBeaumont Health SystemDavid Bommarito/The Benefits GroupCatherine C. BenjaminMr. and Mrs. Ken BernardSamera BerryMr. and Mrs. Jerry BlackMary and Charlie BlankNancy and Larry BluthPietro Gorlier and Elena BoglianiBetty and Al BosleyBrooks Wilkins Sharkey & Turco, PLLCPhillip Buccini, Jr.
Miranda and Bill BurnettKathy and Dan CarrollJill CooleyHelen B. CostMaggie and William CurrierJulie DawsonKatherine DemeterCarole and Ron DentonDeroy & DevereauxDr. and Mrs. David H. DingerMr. and Mrs. Terence M. DonnellySandra and Walter EblingJane FergusonGinny FisherJohn S. FlintoshMr. and Mrs. Donald L. FoehrMaxine and Stuart Frankel FoundationCharles and Leona Gates
Chris and Karen GaudetteMr. and Mrs. Jeff GembisGolling Alfa Romeo FiatBeverly and George GroveRobert L. GualdoniJeanne HackettCharlene HandlemanThe Hartmann FoundationMary Kay and Kevin HeintzBarbara HellerJohn HorisznyChenaull HunterJeffrey ImermanMaureen and Frank JerneycicArthur H. JohnsMr. and Mrs. William JohnsonDee KellerMr. and Mrs. Robert Kenning
Gale Colwell, Becky Walton
Barbara and Tom Denomme
Carole and Keith Deyer
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Gerd KeuffelElizabeth and Michael KojaianDoug KoschikMr. and Mrs. Timothy KrausDebbie and Bruce KridlerKroger Community RewardsMr. and Mrs. Stephen LalkaMr. and Mrs. Richards LandgraffMr. and Mrs. Sherman LarkinsBonnie LarsonDr. and Mrs. G. Robert LesserCharles E. LettsCynthia and Malcolm MacDonaldJo Ann and Tom MaentzGene MarkelC. Walker MayhewDr. and Mrs. Robert J. McDonaldNancy McGunnMoncur AssociatesJ. Michael and Carolyn MooreCharles Stewart Mott FoundationJohn MurrayGigi and Jeff NicholsKathie and Marv NinnemanThomas and Karen Norman Rachelle NozeroOPTIK BirminghamDr. and Mrs. Donald C. OveryEd and Gerri ParksPatti PeacockMr. and Mrs. Michael PettiboneMr. and Mrs. Gideon Pfeffer
Victor Pytko and Barbara PorterIrvin and Lois PostonFair RadomJoan and John ReddyAnn M. ReedMr. and Mrs. Albert O. RobertsAmy RogersMr. and Mrs. Mary Pat RosenJ. Martin RowellCaitlin ScheinHon. Joan E. Young and Mr. Thomas L. SchellenbergRalph SchickKathleen and Michael SchwartzDavid SerlinDr. and Mrs. Howard SerlinRobert ShanksFelicia and Edwin ShawTom ShipleyC. SillsJames S. SlosbergMaxine and Bruce SmileyLaura L. SmithRoberts C. SparksMr. and Mrs. Michael SpeerPatricia and Robert StonerSusan and Tom SweeneyTempleton Building CompanyBarbara and Roger TimmTroy Chamber of CommerceDr. and Mrs. Ronald Vander MolenMartha and Steve VannelliSusan Varbedian LuckenAnn and John WattsMarilyn and Ken WayRichard A. WehlingMarcia and Steve WilkinsonHelen M. Winslow
Miry and Dan Serlin
Barbara and James Bayson
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Sponsors By Event & Program
CENTER FOR WEALTH EDUCATIONPresenting Sponsor Orlans GroupContributing Sponsor Matters at Hand The Serlin Group
NOTHIN’ BUT NETContributing Sponsor Bank of Birmingham Camille Jayne TAMMA Capital
ANNUAL GALAMarquis Sponsor Bank of BirminghamEducation Sponsor Technology Equity AssociatesVision Sponsor Samia and Daryl StaehlePillars Reception Sponsor Huntington BankShining Sponsor Children’s Hospital of Michigan-DMCVIP Reception Sponsor All Seasons of BirminghamGrand Honoree Video Sponsor DTE Energy FoundationSpirits Sponsor Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.Pillars Award Sponsor Carol and John AubreyProgram Sponsor Harley Ellis DevereauxValet Sponsor Vasileff Medical Group
DONOR APPRECIATION DINNERPresenting Sponsor Raymond James Financial
PROTECT YOUR HEALTHContributing Sponsor PNC Bank Stanislaw Consulting, LLC Vasileff Medical GroupIn-Kind Sponsor Worth of New York
90 & BEYOND Presenting Sponsor Talmer Bank and TrustContributing Sponsor All Seasons of Birmingham Aly Darin Photography Managed Asset Portfolio Vasileff Medical Group
PARK ARTPresenting Sponsor Raymond James Financial
FARM TO TABLE BLOCK PARTY FOOD FESTPresenting Sponsor Huntington BankCommunity Sponsor
Birmingham Principal Shopping DistrictContributing Sponsor
M1 Course LLCSt. Joseph Mercy OaklandWhole Foods Market - Troy
Media SponsorChannel 7 ABCDowntown Publications
Radio SponsorCumulus Detroit
In-Kind Sponsoredible WOWRob and Laurie Farr
Dr. Herman Gray and Mrs. Shirley Gray
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HOUSE TOUR Presenting Sponsor
Hall & Hunter RealtorsBenefactor Dinner Sponsor
Scott Shuptrine InteriorsInvitation Sponsor
Gorman’s Home FurnishingsGuest Bags Sponsor
Ethan Allen Home InteriorsMedia Sponsor
Detroit HomeHouse Sponsor
Bolyard Lumber and Home CenterMill’s Pharmacy + Apothecary
Lunch SponsorSterling Development
STUDENT ART TOWNPresenting Sponsor
DeRoy Testamentary Foundation
OUR TOWNPresenting Sponsor
DeRoy Testamentary FoundationArtist Award’s Sponsor
Bank of BirminghamOpening Night “Art in Vogue’ Party Sponsor
Raymond James Financial Benefactor Cookie Sponsor
Carol and John AubreyMagazine Sponsor
Detroit HomeRadio Sponsor
WRCJ
MASTER CLASS EVENINGContributing Sponsor
Filmer Memorial Charitable TrustCamille JayneOakland University, School of Business
The Orlans GroupPNC BankSt. Joseph Mercy Oakland
Media SponsorWJRdBusiness
21ST CENTURY LEADERSPresenting Sponsor
The Tuktawa FoundationContributing Sponsors
Filmer Memorial Charitable TrustSkybird Travel and Tours
ICOUNTPresenting Sponsor
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MichiganContributing Sponsor
Camille JayneIn Kind Sponsor
Huntington National Bank
RACE RELATIONS & DIVERSITY TASK FORCEPresenting Sponsor
The Nissan Foundation
Dennis Wolf, Brad Wolf
Sean and Christina Metrose
Kappy and David Trott
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503imagesMark AlbrechtAly Darin PhotographyArtistry DanceBarbara Boz BoutiqueBelle Isle ConservancyBig Rock Chop HouseThe Bird and the BreadBirmingham Bloomfield Symphony OrchestraBirmingham ChocolateBloomfield Community TelevisionBloomfield Country ClubBlossomsBoyne Mountain ResortBreath of SpringBrioCelani Family VineyardsCranbrook Science MuseumNidal DaherdBusinessDetroit Free PressDetroit Historical SocietyDetroit HomeDetroit Seafood PartnersMichael Dietz, Dietz Sports and EntertainmentDorsey Culinary Academyedible WOWEli TeaeTitle and eAMCFia’s GalleriaGinny FisherMark Fisherfleur DetroitFour Seasons Garden CenterFox 2Goldfish Swim SchoolGoldner Walsh Garden & HomeCarol GoodellGoogleJennifer and Christian GrayGrosse Pointe War MemorialThe Henry FordHour MagazineConnie and Larry HudasDenise IlitchImerman Cake Company
In Kind Donors In House ValetMeadows & Co.MGM GrandMonty’s BeefMotown MuseumLaurie MuellerPatricia and Rod MyersNASH FMNorthern Michigan WineriesNorthpointe BankOakland Hills CCOrlans GroupPeabody’s of BirminghamPetit Fleur EventsPretty Pots and PathsRattlesnake ClubRed Wings FoundationMatthew Richmond - The Paper Dress CodeRojo Mexican BistroRoyal Oak RecyclingSusan and William SeklarShinolaSleeping Bear ResortSomerset InnSpa MarianaSpecialties Appliance & Plumbing Fixtures
Mark Fisher, Ginny Fisher
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The Stand Gastro BistroSteve & Rocky’sStyleLine MagazineTappers Diamonds & Fine JewelryTenderThe Parade CompanyTiffany FloristTime, Inc.Toasted OakTownsend HotelDr. Scott TylerU.S. Congressman David TrottU.S. FoodsVasileff Medical GroupRosalie and Joe VicariWDVD 96.3WJRWRCJWolverine Real Estate ServicesWorth of New YorkWXYZ Channel 7 ABCSarlene and Matthew Zimny
TCH has made every effort to ensure donors are properly recognized for their support.
If your name has been omitted or incorrectly listed, please accept our apology and contact the Development Department
at 248.594.6417.
Photo credits: Aly Darin Photography, Gene Meadows Photography, Green Holly Weddings, 503images, Brandon Schwartz
Event Co-Chairs
Robb and Kate Harper
Janice Degen, Liz DuMouchelle
Rita and Tom O’Brien
The Bates Street Society was created in 2015 to help recognize donors who make significant charitable contributions to support the work and mission of The Community House in Birmingham.
Membership in the Bates Street Society is achieved when a donor’s cumulative giving totals $25,000 or more.
The Bates Street Society will feature a number of major giving recognition levels, each offering graduated benefits and recognition.
For more information about the Bates Street Society or Estate or Planned Giving at TCH, please contact William D. Seklar, President & CEO, [email protected].
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Jeffrey Adelman
James Edward Brooker
Patricia Hill Burnett
California Joy Combs
William R. Dahlin
John Louis Frank
Jeanne Hackett
Jeanne and Robert Hackett
Mr. Mamia
Julia and Katia Bolukh
Julie Dawson
Rob Farr
Dale Frankel
Sally Gerak
Herman B. Gray, M.D.
Frances and Julian Greenebaum
Frances and John Hagenlocker
Carolyn and Michael Hefner
Patty and Bob Howe
Gifts Made in Memory of Those Cherished
Gifts Made in Honor of Those Appreciated
Connie Ilmer
Dr. Al Irwin
Camille Jayne
Faye Alexander Nelson
Rowen Grace O’Lynnger
Jacqueline B. Rossi
Senior Men’s Club
The Stotland Family
Renee Wood
Didi Zamler
Jack Maxwell
Dottie McDermott
June McGregor
Barbara Miller
Ann Ross
Bob Rossi
Marc Twinney
Lucy White
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