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Fall 2015
Published quarterly by St. Paul Children’s Foundation
LoveWorks
“Working together in the spirit of Christ to build a healthy and joyful community for children and their families.“
Season’s Greetings!
contents
Message from Executive Director
Fall Luncheon
Saintly Supporters
Khakis 4 Kids
Losing Longtime Friend
2015 Peace Pole
Cotton Patch Gives Back
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“Love Works” at SPCF
A message from Sharlyn Cannady, Executive Director
It is hard to believe that 2015 is just weeks away from coming to a close. Looking back on this year it was a great
one for SPCF --- one of growth, renovation and some change along the way.
Things seemed to really jump into high gear this summer when our dental clinic received some much needed
renovation with the expansion of the waiting room. You can check out the new look in this edition of LoveWorks
in our new section – “Something to Smile About.”
This section is where you can read all about the great things happening in our dental clinic. We also are adding,
“Good for the Heart,” a section focusing on our medical clinic. With this section we want to introduce you to the
wonderful work that happens in our medical clinic. In the future you will read about some of our patients and
how their life has changed because of the work of SPCF, but most importantly because of YOUR financial
support.
Another new addition – “Food for Thought” – this section will list ways you, your civic group or congregation can
get involved with the mission of SPCF.
We were honored to welcome Texas native, actor, author and international speaker, Lisa Whelchel as our keynote speaker for our Fall
Luncheon. Lisa entertained the audience with insights from behind the scenes of the show “The Facts of Life” which made her a
household name. She candidly addressed the highs and lows of life in Hollywood and encouraged guests to invest in what gives
guaranteed results – people, especially the children.
Lastly, but definitely not least, all the things and services we are able to provide for our neighbors in need are only made possible through
PRAYER and YOU! If not for YOUR clothing donations our closet would be empty. If not for YOUR financial gifts our food pantry shelves
and clinics would be bare. YOU are helping us help Your neighbors.
As you read through this edition of LoveWorks remember that your fingerprints are on everything we do!
A few weeks ago, a man pulled into our parking lot and said he had a donation that he wanted to make. Our volunteers helped him empty
his truck and when they asked him if he knew how important his donation is to us, he replied, “Oh yes, because eight years ago I stood in
line here to get help, now I am giving back.” You never know the impact a gift of any kind and size can make in a person life. We got to see
first-hand how a gift can have a ripple effect. Isn’t it great how "Love Works?”
Be sure to like us on Facebook and visit our website at www.stpaulchildren.org for the latest information about St. Paul Children’s
Foundation.
Thanks for all you do! Have a safe and joyful holiday season!
Please remember to
make your charitable
gift to St. Paul Children’s
Foundation by midnight
on Dec. 31, 2015, online at
www.stpaulchildren.org.
2015
Board of
DIRECTORS
Duane Andrews, MD
President
Travis A. Markle, DDS
Vice President
Nick Burkett
Treasurer
Debbie Waldrop
Secretary
Toby Breland
Melissa Brigman
Bruce Carter, MD
Cynthia Campbell
Nidia Hassan
Barbara Huggins, MD
Patsy Lewis
Chris Massey
Donald Ritchie, DDS
Eric Smith, MD
Patrick Swindle
Kent Walker, MD
Diane Wall
Shane Walters
Roger Worden
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Khakis For Kids
2005
Ten years ago Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf Coast
leaving behind a wake of destruction and many displaced
families in Louisiana and Mississippi. Many of them sought
refuge in East Texas. Some would eventually call Tyler home.
Thanks to the support of our family of donors and supporters,
St. Paul Children’s Foundation was there for these families as
they began rebuilding their lives.
At the time the hurricane hit, the beginning of the new school
year was upon us. SPCF jumped in to do what we could to
help the displaced children of Hurricane Katrina. The Khakis
for Kids program was born as a result.
That year, more than 100 children received two new uniforms,
socks, shoes, underwear and a backpack filled with supplies to
help them begin the new school.
2015
That was then. Today the SPCF “Khakis for Kids” program is still
going strong. This year, more than 800 children received help for
their back to school needs.
Thank you to our wonderful volunteers and donors who together
took Khakis for Kids to the top of the class this year! A special thanks
to SPCF volunteer Lynn Cooper who began months in advance
planning Khakis for Kids and the Junior League of Tyler for not only
volunteer support but their generous financial support for new
uniforms.
Pictured at right: East Texas children pick up their supplies and backpacks
during the 2015 K4K event; Dayspring United Methodist Church donations;
K4K volunteers.
The Gift of Shoes
Many years ago, Anne O’Connor began a shoe collection at her church,
Bascom UMC. The gifts were a much-needed addition to K4K. Anne passed
away last year but the Bascom congregation is continuing the shoe collection
in her memory, pictured below, left, Anne O’Connor in 2014; the 2015 Bascom
UMC shoe collection.
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Healthy Kids = Happy Kids!
Good for the Heart
St. Paul Children’s Foundation pediatrician Dr. Danny Price was honored this summer
with the Community Preceptor of the Year from U.T. Health Center. And, our
hardworking medical office team was featured in a series of stories on CBS 19 for
their Back to School special reports. Thank you CBS 19!
Something to Smile About
Dental screenings at the “School is Cool” event this past summer at Harvey
Convention Center in Tyler. More good news... our own Dr. Brady Swinney was
recently recognized as a “Hero” by Tyler Junior College.
Dental Clinic - Better Than Ever
SPCF Dental Clinic got a facelift over the summer thanks to volunteers with the annual
Mission Week (pictured below). Volunteers were able to enlarge the waiting room
area, providing a more comfortable place for our patients to wait and our staff more
room to work (picture above right.)
Food for Thought
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Keep in mind, this is the time of the year when our food pantry is in high demand – more than usual. You can help us
meet the need by organizing a food drive at your office, congregation, civic group or school. It’s a great way to give
back to the community. Call 903.531.9455, ext. 114, for more information.
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Santa’s Secret Workshop Opens Soon
In just a few weeks, Christmas will be here and children will rush
to the Christmas tree to see what goodies and surprises Santa
left for them. Unfortunately, for those who live in poverty, the
holiday excitement can be anything but exciting.
For the last several years SPCF has offered an outreach called
“Santa’s Secret Workshop” that gives parents an opportunity to
come and “shop” for three presents per child. Elves wrap the
presents while the parents wait. Thousands of children have
received gifts with the help of SSW.
Help us make Christmas a little brighter for kids in need!
Collect new toys for Santa’s
Workshop and drop them off
anytime between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m. Monday–Friday, 1358
E. Richards, Tyler.
Santa’s Secret Workshop is full of holiday miracles and love.
Volunteer to be one of
One miracle in particular happened as volunteers were getting
Santa’s elves. You can
ready to close Santa’s Workshop for the season. It was late
help families shop and
when they learned of a family in need. The shelves were almost
wrap presents.
bare and very few presents were left to choose from. A group of
surprise visitors would hold the key to this Christmas miracle.
The group had collected toys for another local toy drive that
ended before they were able to make their delivery. They were
desperate to make their toy donation to an agency that could
get the gifts into a children’s hands before Christmas morning. Another SSW holiday miracle began with SPCF volunteer Suzanne
The toys were just what SSW needed to serve the last minute Daniel. Years ago, she was working to help families select gifts for
their children when she noticed families leaving with books and
family.
Craig’s Custom Bookshelves
bookcases. She looked at the bookcases and had an idea that she
took to her husband, Craig,
Suzanne enlisted him to help make the bookcases look more like
furniture. The first year he did the project he made only a few
bookcases. This year he hit the 500th mark.
Over the summer and fall months, each solid wood bookcase is
uniquely decorated by volunteer groups so they are ready for
distribution in December (small inset photo at left.) What started out
as a one-time project for Craig has evolved into a Christmas tradition
at SPCF. Suzanne, who sparked the change in bookcases has since
passed away. Craig is keeping her memory alive through his
generous donation each Christmas season to Santa’s Secret
Workshop.
Sporting Clays Supporters Help Raise $10,000
Thank you to all those who participated and supported our second
annual sporting clays shoot. We grossed more than $10,000 as a
result for SPCF programs.
A special thanks to Toby Breland and Shane Walters who co-chaired
the event.
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Lisa Whelchel Inspires at Annual Fall Luncheon
We were honored to have Lisa Whelchel as our guest
speaker for this year’s fall luncheon. Nearly 250 people filled
Willow Brook Country Club on Oct. 7th for the third annual
Fall Luncheon.
for second place. She currently is starring in the Hallmark
Channel's Original Movie, “For Better or For Worse” airing
now and the upcoming movie, “The Mommy Bloggers,” due
to be released next year.
Lisa began her acting career as a Mouseketeer for Walt
Disney’s “The New Mickey Mouse Club” at the age of 13.
She is however best known for her starring role as, Blair
Warner, in the television hit “The Facts of Life” which ran for
nine years.
Lisa reminded the audience the value of investing in eternity.
She candidly recalled the highs and lows of Hollywood. It
was the loss of the bulk of her money through a series of
failed investments, the down fall of the oil and gas industry
and housing market, that she learned the value of investing
in people. She also encouraged everyone to continue to
support the programs and mission of SPCF as it is investing
in people.
In addition to acting, Lisa is an author and international
speaker having toured with such groups as the Women of
Faith, Women of Joy and Extraordinary Women. She
participated in Season 25 of Survivor: Philippines and tied
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Thank You to our Sponsors:
Marvin UMC
Trinity Mother Frances
Anonymous
Louis & Peaches Owen Family Foundation
Bailes & Co.
Dr. & Mrs. Bruce Carter
Rosemary & Harold Beaird
Jayne & David Brown
Jo Lynn Cooper
Dayspring United Methodist Church
Manon Heaton
Delores & Lorenz Schmiege, Jr.
Debra & Tom Bochow
Melvina & Herb Buie
Kathy Carpenter
Cavender’s
Crow Towing
Nancy Ireland
Diane Wall & Claire Leifer
Terrie & Scott King
Suzanne & Scott Myers
Terri & David Nelson
Kim & Chris Petty
Lori & Dr. Danny Price
Southside Bank
Patsy Lewis & Peggy Suggs
Tyler Junior College Admissions
Sherri & Mark Whatley
Mary Waldrop
Rhonda & Toby Breland
Copeland Road Animal Hospital/
Dr. Patti Sheehy
Aletha & Jack Cox
Sharon & Robert Fisher
Maxine & Douglas Flatt
Donna & David Gass
Harry’s Building Materials
Laura & H.T. Hyde
Ann Norris
Donald Ritchie DDS
Penny Stephens
Judyth & Brady Swinney
Debbie & Bob Waldrop
Ginger & Dr. Kent Walker
Amy & Shane Walters
Chelli & Don Warren
Monica & Carey Woods
Vida Wooten
CBS 19
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Remembering Put Crabtree
In May, St. Paul Children’s Foundation lost a longtime friend and supporter with the passing of our volunteer Put Crabtree. Each
Wednesday, Put worked in our food pantry stocking shelves and filling grocery lists for our clients. Put was among a group of
friends who worked the afternoon shift. When they were not waiting on clients you could hear the guys telling stories and Put’s
laughter always filled our office.
When Put wasn’t wearing his SPCF volunteer hat, he was quick to help the Marvin Menders volunteer group with odd jobs around
St. Paul Children’s Foundation campus. When he greeted SPCF clients, his smile was the first thing they noticed. It made such an
impact on clients and staff members alike. Even after his diagnosis, he continued to work his Wednesday afternoon shift. When his
health deteriorated and he had to leave his volunteer position, he did it the “Put” way – quietly, because he didn’t want anyone to
make a fuss over him.
Word slowly traveled around the foundation office on his last day at SPCF. One by one, staff members visited with him. He told us all
not to worry about him and that he would see us around.
Put, thanks for showing us faith in action and for all your years of dedication to SPCF. You will be missed by your SPCF family.
Betsi’s Beautiful Day
Nine-year-old Betsi is a special SPCF pediatric client who has
been battling cancer. Earlier this fall, she said she really
wanted to go to the East Texas State Fair. One of our special
board members/volunteers, Patsy Lewis contacted John
Sykes, President of the East Texas State Fair (photo on right,
center). Plans were made and Betsi’s family set off for a fun
day at the fair, free of charge. Mr. Sykes introduced the family
to the manager of the midway (photo on left, center) who
graciously gave them all wristbands allowing them all to
have free rides for the entire day. Another SPCF volunteer
provided the funds for food and drinks at the fair.
The first thing Betsi wanted to do was have her face painted
with a temporary tattoo. The day was a blessing for Betsi and
her family and also for our wonderful volunteers who made the
day possible. As this newsletter went to print, Betsi is in
Hospice care at home. We are praying for Betsi and her family.
Pictured above left: Betsi’s family with Patsy Lewis (red vest),
Betsi is in the pink hat. Photo on right, Betsi’s family with John
Sykes.
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Our wonderful supporters and volunteers keep things exciting around St. Paul Children’s
Foundation. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication!
Top of page, right: Volunteers from Marvin United Methodist Church staff. Above: super kids helped out this summer by saving money and
donating it to help feed SPCF clients, some spent time volunteering, and one even collected and gave a huge donation for Khakis for
Kids. United Way’s Day of Caring brought TJC employees to our campus to help out with landscaping needs.
Students from Lydia Patterson El Paso serve as summer interns. Pollard UMC donated toys and clothing for our Mary Tracy food
pantry. SPCF was a recipient of six pallets of merchandise during the grand opening of Burlington Coat Factory. The items will be
distributed through the SPCF clothes closet. Thank you Burlington!
During Mission Week, the children of Marvin United Methodist Church surprised the SPCF staff with gifts – special painted clay flower
pots filled with a special plant. Volunteers painted hundreds of bookcases for Santa’s Workshop. Sadler’s Smokehouse donated meat
for the SPCF food pantry.
At left: Holiday bookcases
made by SPCF volunteer
Craig Daniel (story on pg. 5),
hand painted by area
students. They will be
distributed during Santa’s
Secret Workshop. Volunteers
package jewelry for Santa’s
Secret Workshop gifts.
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shoes, and a backpack filled with supplies for their grade level;
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Children and their moms will learn how to create a home environment that is safe, stable and healthy;
Children will receive mentoring from caring adult role models through Wonderful Wednesday after-school program and finally;
Children that once faced Christmas without a present will find gifts under the tree.
Take a look at what your gift of $125 per month can do!
One basic well-check exam for an uninsured child or;
A dental exam and cleaning for two uninsured children between the ages of 3-12 years or;
A dental exam, cleaning and x-rays for an uninsured teen aged 17-20 years or;
Food for 68 individuals.
A gift of $500 provides all of the above!
Leaving a Legacy
In-Kind Gifts
We are always in need of gently-used, clean clothing,
shoes and household items for our SPCF clothes closet.
January
beans & rice
February
canned fruit
March
diapers and children’s books
April
cereal & juice
May
boxed fans
June
packaged childrens’ underwear;
hygiene items for the family
July
school supplies & backpacks
August
canned meats & vegetables
September
peanut butter & jelly
October
winter clothing and coats
November
toys for Santa’s Secret Workshop
December
blankets
Accomplishments 2014
Food Pantry
More than 150 tons of food distributed to hungry families;
47 volunteers provided 5,869 hours of service which translates
to about $117,380 of savings for St. Paul Children’s Foundation.
Clothes Closet
100,000 articles of clothing provided to families in need
Pediatric Medical & Dental Clinics
Nearly 14,000 medical and dental encounters provided to children
Wonderful Wednesday
100 kindergarten–middle school-aged children participated and
40 teachers gave their time to this wonderful program.
Khakis for Kids
If you would like to hold an in-kind collection or if you
need one of our collection posters please call Mitzie at
903-531-9455, ext. 114.
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To help ensure that St. Paul Children’s Foundation is able to
continue its mission for future generations to come we want to
provide you with every opportunity to continue your support.
Through planned giving you can leave a legacy of support by
making a planned gift to St. Paul Children’s Foundation. For
example, one of the simplest ways to support our future is through a
bequest – leaving a gift in your will. Other planned
gift opportunities may include a living trust, charitable gift annuity,
retirement plan, life insurance or real estate.
Served 800 students with school uniforms, shoes, underwear,
socks and backpacks filled with school supplies.
Santa’s Secret Workshop
More than 5,000 Christmas gifts and toys provided to 1,713 children.
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SPCF Honored with 2015 Peace Pole
St. Paul Children's Foundation was recently
honored by the 2015 Art of Peace – Tyler
celebration. The organization received
food and monetary donations that were
collected throughout the two weeks of
events in September. In addition, SPCF
was the recipient of the 2015 Peace Pole.
Art of Peace – Tyler, TX, is an annual
celebration of the United Nations
Inter national Day of Peace. The
celebrations included arts-based events
that promote Compassion, Creativity and
Community. The theme for this year’s
events was “Partnerships for Peace.” Each
year, a local community organization is
selected by the group to showcase and
support throughout the celebration. This
year, SPCF was honored to be their choice.
The event’s organizers along with SPCF
board, staff and supporters dedicated the
2015 Art of Peace – Tyler Peace Pole at the
Duane Andrews Peace Garden on the
SPCF campus on September 21st.
The Peace Pole proclaims Peace in
multiple languages as a reminder of our
communal desires for peace, especially for
children.
Art of Peace – Tyler partners include
Bethesda Health Clinic, InSpiritry, Habitat
for Humanity of Smith County, and Tyler
Together Race Relations Forum.
Art of Peace – SPCF board member Travis Markle is joined by Art of
Peace - Tyler organizers, Belinda Stephens, Ruth Drayer, Mike
McCrady, Anne McCrady, Mary McBride Andrews, Kerian Massey,
Rabbi Neal Katz, Liza Burnett Ely, Toni Erwin Ferrell and Anwar
Khalifa.
Cotton Patch “Giving Back”
We are proud to announce our partnership with Cotton Patch Restaurant. Earlier this year, Cotton Patch generously donated a
portion of a nights’ proceeds. The restaurant will host more “Give Back” days throughout the coming months.
Visit the restaurant at 322 ESE Loop 323, Tyler, 4 pm – close.So be sure to clip and save these dates so that you can enjoy a
great meal with family and friends at the Cotton Patch and help East Texas families in need at the same time.
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Where Children Come First!
www.stpaulchildren.org
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Hours of Operation
Food Pantry and Clothes Closet
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
9 am-noon and 2- 5 p.m.
Medical Clinic
903-531-9455 (Option #2)
Monday-Friday
8 am- 5 pm
Dental Clinic
903-593-7607
Monday-Thursday
7:30 am-5:30 pm
St. Paul Children’s Foundation
903-531-9455
Monday-Friday
9 am-5 pm
Medical Clinic Staff
Dr. Danny Price, MD
Dr. Valerie Smith, MD
Jan Younger, Licensed Counselor
Sara Hogan, Dietitian
Ashley Reeves, Practice Mgr./Billing
Abygayl Alvarez, Referral Coordinator
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Dental Clinic Staff
Betty De Los Santos, Receptionist
Yaelis Crespo, Check-out Clerk
Amber Greene, LVN
Argelia Espinoza, Medical Assistant
Maria Luna, Medical Assistant
Sandra Ibarra, Medical Assistant
Dr. Brady Swinney, DDS
Kelly Cook, Dental Hygienist
Kacie Gray, Dental Hygienist
Celeste Alejo, Dental Asistant
Cynthia Byrd, Dental Assistant
Yolanda Rodriguez, Dental Assistant
Beth Renberg, Billing Specialist
Maricela Soto, Receptionist
St. Paul Children’s Foundation Staff
Sharlyn Cannady, Executive Director
Mitzie Avera, Director of Development
Joseph Mitchum, Finance Director
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Heather Murray, Administrative Assistant Jacqueline Erlandson, Skills Instructor Coordinator
Silvia Pescador, Program Supervisor
Araceli Molina, Clothes Closet Assistant
Debbie Terkleson, In-Kind Supervisor
David Hutton, IT Specialist
Graphic design by Rachel Ashcraft