Donor Spotlight
As a non-profit organization, Child & Family Services depends on the generosity
of donors and volunteers who support our agency in a variety of ways. It is only
through the continued generosity of our supporters that we can continue to provide
life-changing programs and services throughout Western New York.
Joe and Joleen Haniszewski
Joe and Joleen Haniszewski are dedicated donors and volunteers who generously support
Child and Family Services in many ways. Joe and Joleen first learned about our agency
several years ago by reading an advertisement in a local publication which included
a donation ‘wish list’ of basic items, such as toiletries and school supplies, needed
for children served by our agency.
“I had never heard of Child and Family Services before, but the items they needed
seemed so basic, I thought – we can definitely help,” explains Joleen. It was through
this first donation of toiletry items that they learned Child and Family Services
provides homes to many abused and neglected children who cannot remain in their
caregivers’ custody.
The couple has since continued to generously donate a variety of items to the children
at our agency. The items needed are basic and inexpensive, and Joe and Joleen love
knowing exactly how the donations will enrich the lives children in our care.
For holidays and birthdays, the couple donates decorations and supplies, treats,
toys and even their time to the children living in our residential facilities. Throughout
the year, they also donate much-needed toiletries, school supplies, and even movie
passes – these donations go directly to the kids living in our residential facilities
and attending our Stanley G. Falk school.
Joe and Joleen generously volunteer their time to support numerous events at our
agency. They have assisted with the day-of preparations for our annual Heartlight
fundraiser for five years, and also enjoy wrapping presents for children in our
residential facilities during the holidays.
The couple continues to offer their invaluable support to our agency for several
reasons. Not only were they impressed by the programs and services provided, but
by the one-on-one involvement and support the staff provides to the children in
our care. “It is great to see that an organization like Child & Family Services
has so many dedicated employees. Everyone we’ve met there is wonderful and truly
enthusiastic about their jobs,” explains Joleen.
We extend our sincere thanks to Joe and Joleen Haniszewski for their truly generous
and continued support of our agency and those we serve! Their donations continue
to make life better for children throughout our community.
Mike and Dona King
Mike and Dona King truly embody the spirit of giving. Recently, they were awarded
the Susan T. Siwiec Distinguished Donor Award which recognizes any individual, groups
or companies who show commitment, dedication and passion to our agency through fundraising
efforts.
Since 1998, Mike and Dona King have supported the agency’s programs and fundraising
endeavors through generous donations of time, energy, talent and financial support.
Their volunteer efforts extend to our agency in a variety of different ways such
as participating in committees for our annual Heartlight event. Dona King is an
active volunteer on the Heartlight Theme and Decorations committee and channels
much of her creative energy in developing each year’s Heartlight theme. Their company,
Kings Express, also generously donates to our clients especially through the Adopt
a Family during the holidays.
Donors, like Mike and Dona, make it possible for Child and Family Services to sustain
the highest quality of programs and services that our staff delivers to the clients.
Through their generosity both of time and donations, we can change the lives of
those who need it the most in our community.
Want to find out how you can get involved? Please Development Department at (716)
335-7232 for more information on our current donation and volunteer needs.