Change Lives and Have Fun Doing It!

At New Directions Career Center, your contributions go a long way toward making a difference in many lives. We use the funds we receive to provide programs, training, and support for women in transition, and we experience measurable and sustainable success. I know how difficult it has been in this economy for people to afford the basics like food and fuel, so I’m touched and often amazed at the level of support we receive from individuals and organizations in our community. I think people feel good about giving to New Directions because they know they’re making a great investment in the future.

We do try to make fundraising fun. Last week, we held A New Season, A New Direction Party, featuring Shawn Ireland from The Shawn Ireland Show (S.I.S). The party was co-hosted by The S.I.S. Club Care Corps, Jessica Germain from Germain Honda of Dublin and The Key4Women professional group. We enjoyed appetizers, desserts and wine & spring cocktail tastings, as well as a silent auction and entertainment. What a fabulous night!

If you missed out on the opportunity to attend, we have a number of other events coming up this summer that will give you the chance to have some fun while helping change lives. Here’s a few to add to your calendar:

Tuesday June 7, 2011

Shop from the City's Best Closets!
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Wine/Hors d'oeuvres 5-7 PM)
Second Chance Consignment Boutique (Grandview)

Enjoy a special opportunity to shop this unique ladies' consignment boutique. All day (June 7) 20% of your purchase price will be donated to NDCC! Bring a friend and enjoy shopping for classic & trendy styles, high-end designer clothes, vintage fashions, and accessories! From 5-7 PM, enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres, & hear from a graduate of New Directions Career Center. 

Saturday August 6, 2011

Wine Tasting
7:00 – 10:00 PM
The Danter's

Join us for a fun evening with seven different and unique wines to compliment tapas and desserts in the home of NDCC Executive Director, Linda Danter and her husband, Ken. A silent auction and raffle are also featured. Limited tickets are available – cost is $75 per person.

Monday August 22, 2011

Driving for New Directions
1:00 PM Shotgun Start for this Golf Classic
Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club

Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club will host the Center's 3rd Annual Golf Classic. The event will finish with awards, prizes, appetizers and a raffle. Individuals and/or foursomes are welcome, as well as Corporate and Hole sponsorships. Cost is$125 per individual or $500 for a foursome.