Dominique, proud mom of four-year old Jasmine, went to one of Wings’ referral partners looking for support as she finished an intensive outpatient recovery program and started to look for a job.
Annmarie knew her share of challenges before coming to Wings for Success. A single mom, she faced a drastic reduction in hours at the retail store where she worked, which ultimately caused her to lose her home.
Nikki came to her Wings appointment in a bundle of nerves. A few weeks before, she left a brutal domestic situation with just her two young kids and the clothes on her back.
Thank you to everyone that chose to join us on Saturday, December 9th, 2018 for our first coach bus trip to NYC. The day was chilly with our first snow of the season to make the Big Apple holiday decorations look even more beautiful.
Our bus was filled with old and new friends ready for a day on their own in the city. Some shopped, others saw shows and all had a great time helping us celebrate our 20th Anniversary with this special trip.
A special thank you to all the attendees, sponsors and supporters who helped make our 8th annual Wings Fling a huge success! Held on October 5th at the Chester Valley Golf Club, the event featured delicious food, an amazing array of silent auction items, the ever-popular wine grab, and a moving personal story from our client speaker, Zoe. The energetic Andie Summers of 92.5 WXTU kept our evening moving while longtime Wings volunteers Gwen and David Murphy were honored for their years of service to our mission.
Thank you for making our first Wine with Wings wine tasting a success!
Our first fundraiser in the Kennett Square area was a sold-out event! What a wonderful statement about community spirit and interest in supporting Wings for Success and our clients! Nearly 150 people attended Wine with Wings, held at the Kennett Square Golf & Country Club on June 1. The wines, provided by Patone Cellars, were popular, the food was delicious, the country club setting was beautiful, and the silent auction was a sell-out!
Special thanks to our sponsors, auction donors, and the guests who attended.
Your participation and generosity make it possible for us to continue our mission to empower women in need to pursue employment and economic security.
Wine with Wings Sponsors:
Brandywine Fine Properties, Sotheby’s International
Randi and Carl Bushner
Chester County Women’s Commission
Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union
Gocler Corporation Lamp and Electronic Recycling LLP
Iaccoca Law
Mary Pat and Keith Knauss
MacIntyre & Associates LLC
Perna and Abracht
Special appreciation to our planning committee and the other volunteers who helped plan and attend to the details that make a difference, and that made Wine with Wings such a memorable event!
Our Planning Committee:
Randi Bushner, Co-Chair
Bonnie Long, Co-Chair
Karen Ammon
Christien Bass
Elisabeth Gibbings
Mary Pat Knauss
Ingrid Lis
Diana Long
Jane Masters
Sally Rumer
Julie Ammon, Board Liaison
Wine with Wings Planning Committee Member Christien Bass (right) welcomes client Portia Graham, the guest speaker, at our June 1 wine tasting event.
Wine with Wings Planning Committee from left: Diana Long, Christien Bass, Bonnie Long (Co-Chair), Randi Bushner (Co-Chair), Ingrid Lis (Program Manager in Kennett Square), Mary Pat Knauss, Elisabeth Gibbings, Jane Masters. Not pictured are Planning Committee Members Sally Rumer and Karen Ammon.
On Saturday, March 25, 2017, Wings held its 3rd annual fashion show in Malvern. Award-winning Philadelphia news anchor, Pat Ciarrocchi, was our emcee, which was held in the Great Hall at Immaculata University.
During the show, local models showcased fashions from area boutiques as well as original designs by Immaculata students and noted local designers.
Other activities included a silent auction, vendor tables, and workshops focused on professional and personal development. A wonderful brunch complete with mimosas was served.
Our spring fashion show is always a hugely popular event and 2017 brought out our largest audience.
The success of any special event depends on the many guests, sponsors, donors and volunteers who contribute their time, talent, in-kind and financial donations. We appreciate and thank you for your support!
With sincere thanks and appreciation to our sponsors:
Imperial Patricia Foell and Marc Altman Diana Long-Hobbs and George Hobbs Mary Pat and Keith Knauss
Magnum Randi and Carl Bushner Chester County Women’s Commission CLER – Corporate Lamp & Electronic Recycling, LLC Dana Dovberg and Tom Sammartino The Iacocca Family Perna & Abracht, LLC PNC Bank
Special thanks to Wild Thyme, Centerville, DE for donating the beautiful peonies for our centerpieces.
Special thanks to our planning committee:
Wine with Wings 2018 Planning Committee – pictured left to right: Bonnie Long, Randi Bushner (co-chairs), Vicky Will, Christien Bass, Elisabeth Gibbings, Ingrid Lis (Program Manager, Kennett Square), Sally Rumer, Jane Masters, Diana Long-Hobbs, Mary Pat Knauss, and Pat Foell.
Mary Pat Knauss (L), member of the event planning committee and board member, with Toni Jaros.
Jill Laufenberg, Associate Director of Development, led our first “Live Ask”, giving guests the opportunity to support our programs and services through personal donations.
Guest, Tina Santaguida (L), and Committee Member, Diana Long-Hobbs.
Bonnie Long, Co-Chair of the event (L) with Julie Ammon, Board President.
Committee members Vicky Will (L) and Mary Pat Knauss host the registration table.
Guests Nancy Harris and Jay Bass.
Guests Barb Curtis (L) and Cathy Campbell.
Ryan Derfler, from the Chester County Press with Barb Goetz (center) from Wild Thyme Flowers and Janet Dadds.
Dana Dovberg, Board Treasurer (center) enjoys the evening with guests Andrea Kinnik (L) and Linda Kinnink (R).
Randi Bushner (L), Co-Chair for the event and Connie Rose, Board Member.
Guests had the opportunity to bid on more than 40 items in the silent auction.
Guest, Becky Devestine talks with Board Member, Al Iaccoca.
Committee Member, Jane Masters (foreground) having fun with (L to R) Meghan Lacey, Missy Nolan and Colleen Hanna.
Committee Members, Christien Bass (L) and Mary Pat Knauss (R), chat with a guest.
Members of the Chester County Women’s Commission: Wendy Leeper, Patti Ciuffetelli, Denise Baily, and Susan Wilson.
Board Members (from left): Dan Murphy, Dana Dovberg (Treasurer), Julie Ammon (President), Al Iaccoca, and Connie Rose.
Guests sampled six wines from WAYVINE winery and vineyard, with food pairings.
Jerry Long pays Randi Bushner at the silent auction check out.
Beautiful peonies for our centerpieces were donated by Wild Thyme Flowers, Centerville, DE.
In our Wine Grab, guests bought bottles identified only as W (white) or R (red). Their surprise purchase was a good bottle of wine…or a very good bottle of wine.
Updated: September 7, 2018 by admin
Dominique’s Story
Dominique, proud mom of four-year old Jasmine, went to one of Wings’ referral partners looking for support as she finished an intensive outpatient recovery program and started to look for a job.
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Updated: January 31, 2019 by admin
Ann Marie’s Story
Annmarie knew her share of challenges before coming to Wings for Success. A single mom, she faced a drastic reduction in hours at the retail store where she worked, which ultimately caused her to lose her home.
Read MoreUpdated: September 16, 2019 by admin
Nikki’s Story
Nikki came to her Wings appointment in a bundle of nerves. A few weeks before, she left a brutal domestic situation with just her two young kids and the clothes on her back.
Read More
Updated: October 19, 2020 by admin
Our First Coach Trip to NYC was a Great Success!
Thank you to everyone that chose to join us on Saturday, December 9th, 2018 for our first coach bus trip to NYC. The day was chilly with our first snow of the season to make the Big Apple holiday decorations look even more beautiful.
Our bus was filled with old and new friends ready for a day on their own in the city. Some shopped, others saw shows and all had a great time helping us celebrate our 20th Anniversary with this special trip.
Updated: October 19, 2020 by admin
Wings Fling 2017
A special thank you to all the attendees, sponsors and supporters who helped make our 8th annual Wings Fling a huge success! Held on October 5th at the Chester Valley Golf Club, the event featured delicious food, an amazing array of silent auction items, the ever-popular wine grab, and a moving personal story from our client speaker, Zoe. The energetic Andie Summers of 92.5 WXTU kept our evening moving while longtime Wings volunteers Gwen and David Murphy were honored for their years of service to our mission.
Updated: October 19, 2020 by admin
Wine with Wings 2017
Thank you for making our first Wine with Wings wine tasting a success!
Our first fundraiser in the Kennett Square area was a sold-out event! What a wonderful statement about community spirit and interest in supporting Wings for Success and our clients! Nearly 150 people attended Wine with Wings, held at the Kennett Square Golf & Country Club on June 1. The wines, provided by Patone Cellars, were popular, the food was delicious, the country club setting was beautiful, and the silent auction was a sell-out!
Special thanks to our sponsors, auction donors, and the guests who attended.
Your participation and generosity make it possible for us to continue our mission to empower women in need to pursue employment and economic security.
Wine with Wings Sponsors:
Brandywine Fine Properties, Sotheby’s International
Randi and Carl Bushner
Chester County Women’s Commission
Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union
Gocler Corporation Lamp and Electronic Recycling LLP
Iaccoca Law
Mary Pat and Keith Knauss
MacIntyre & Associates LLC
Perna and Abracht
Special appreciation to our planning committee and the other volunteers who helped plan and attend to the details that make a difference, and that made Wine with Wings such a memorable event!
Our Planning Committee:
Randi Bushner, Co-Chair
Bonnie Long, Co-Chair
Karen Ammon
Christien Bass
Elisabeth Gibbings
Mary Pat Knauss
Ingrid Lis
Diana Long
Jane Masters
Sally Rumer
Julie Ammon, Board Liaison
Read more about our Wine with Wings event in this article from The Unionville Times.
Updated: October 19, 2020 by admin
Fashion Show 2017
On Saturday, March 25, 2017, Wings held its 3rd annual fashion show in Malvern. Award-winning Philadelphia news anchor, Pat Ciarrocchi, was our emcee, which was held in the Great Hall at Immaculata University.
During the show, local models showcased fashions from area boutiques as well as original designs by Immaculata students and noted local designers.
Other activities included a silent auction, vendor tables, and workshops focused on professional and personal development. A wonderful brunch complete with mimosas was served.
Our spring fashion show is always a hugely popular event and 2017 brought out our largest audience.
Updated: October 19, 2020 by admin
Wine with Wings 2018 a Success!
The success of any special event depends on the many guests, sponsors, donors and volunteers who contribute their time, talent, in-kind and financial donations.
We appreciate and thank you for your support!
With sincere thanks and appreciation to our sponsors:
Imperial
Patricia Foell and Marc Altman
Diana Long-Hobbs and George Hobbs
Mary Pat and Keith Knauss
Magnum
Randi and Carl Bushner
Chester County Women’s Commission
CLER – Corporate Lamp & Electronic Recycling, LLC
Dana Dovberg and Tom Sammartino
The Iacocca Family
Perna & Abracht, LLC
PNC Bank
In-Kind Donation
Alex M Meyer Photography
Special thanks to Wild Thyme, Centerville, DE for donating the beautiful peonies for our centerpieces.
Special thanks to our planning committee: