nTelos Wireless and Richmondmom.com were honored today to present checks to three local charities to help them further their mission and help real Richmond parents and loved ones who are struggling with difficult issues. The checks were distributed as a part of the nTelos Cares campaign that ran in December on Richmondmom.com. Not only did nTelos choose one winner, but they rewarded all three charities with a financial donation.
The participating charities are listed below.
CJ’s Thumbs Up, from left to right: Lauren Coe, board member; Roger Reynolds, co-founder; Meredith Hayes, board member; Tom Checkosky, board member; Amy Garelick, board member; and Rachel Reynolds, co-founder.
CJ’s Thumbs Up – as the first place winner in our contest, CJSTUF was awarded a check for $1,500. Co-founders Roger and Rachel Reynolds, along with Board members, accepted the generous nTelos donation. “We’re excited that this money will go to help three families who have children battling childhood cancer,” commented Roger. After losing their precious little girl to childhood cancer, Rachel and Roger now dedicate themselves to helping find a cure for childhood cancer, and helping those battling the disease.
Jack & Abby Neonatal Foundation, from left to right: Stefanie Smith, executive director; Maude White, supporter; and Carrie Monger, supporter.
Jack & Abby Foundation – Stefanie White Smith and her mother accepted a $500 nTelos donation for their charity. Jack & Abby provides support and help for those families with babies in the NICU. “We will use this money to help families in many ways, and unfortunately that also includes help with funeral expenses. We are so excited to receive this much needed donation at this time when we are receiving more requests for help,” explained Stefanie.
Full Circle Grief Center, from left to right: Allyson Drake, executive director; and Jo-Ellen Constine, development officer.
Full Circle Grief Center – Allyson Drake accepted a $500 nTelos donation to help support children and families grieving the loss of loved ones. Allyson was elated as she explained, “This money will help us purchase almost all of the supplies needed for our schools in the education programs we provide to the children at schools. We are so excited and thankful to nTelos and Richmondmom.com for making it possible.”
Thanks nTelos Wireless!
Richmondmom.com is excited too! Partnering with nTelos on this giveaway was rewarding in so many ways. The generosity of nTelos will reach out into the community and provide support, help, caring, and encouragement for many families.
Congratulations to all of the charities represented and thanks for all who supported our social media campaign to spread the word about the importance and value of supporting local charities.
At Richmondmom.com, we know that ‘nTelos rocks’!
Thank you nTelos!
