The Greece Chamber Charitable Foundation Board of Directors recently awarded scholarships from the Foundation’s Daniel E. Richardson Memorial Fund in support of three students of the Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing of Rochester Regional Health: Christine Seeger, Terrajah Nelson, and Shaniqua Williams. The Board of Directors are proud to be recognizing and extending the legacy of excellence in nursing that was such a central theme in Daniel Richardson’s life.
“The Greece Chamber Charitable Foundation was established to support programs that prepare individuals for success in education and business. Through the Foundation’s Daniel E. Richardson Memorial Fund we are pleased to provide scholarships to Christine Seeger, Terrajah Nelson, and Shaniqua Williams in the Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing and Rochester Regional Health System. These scholarships are consistent with the Foundation’s objectives and will help these students pursue their careers in nursing, while filling critical needs in our healthcare system and community. Congratulations to Christine Seeger, Terrajah Nelson, and Shaniqua Williams”.
Michael A. Mordenga President Greece Chamber Charitable Foundation
“I was thrilled to learn of this new partnership between the Greece Chamber Charitable Foundation and the Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing. It is the first of its kind to provide financial support specifically for a student in the Greece area or Unity Hospital community. Greater support for our students means greater care for our community,”
Deborah C. Stamps, EdD, MBA, MS, RN, GNP, NE-BC Executive Vice President Chief Nursing Education and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Rochester Regional Health
“The Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to join the Greece Chamber Charitable Foundation and Rochester Regional Health in this important work to support our community’s nursing students in memory of Daniel E. Richardson.”
Sarah Lentini President and CEO Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce
In March 2018, the Greece Chamber’s Charitable Foundation established the Daniel E. Richardson Memorial Fund in honor of Daniel Richardson, the Foundation’s first Board Chair and an active member of the Foundation Board of Directors up until his untimely passing in January 2018. Overseen by the Foundation Board and guided by a Fund Committee comprised of business and community volunteers including Dan’s widow, Carol Richardson, the Fund supports grants and initiatives that help young people succeed in school, higher education and the workforce.
Members of the community are invited to join the Chamber Foundation in honoring Dan Richardson’s memory and continue his important charitable work. Gifts in any amount will be greatly appreciated. Individuals can donate to The Daniel E. Richardson Memorial Fund with a tax-deductible gift.
The Greece Chamber Charitable Foundation (GCCF) was created in 2002 and is a charitable nonprofit organization, a 501 (c) 3, is led by a board of directors comprised of community volunteers. Over the years, the Foundation has funded a variety of organizations, community projects, and initiatives.
For more information, visit the Greece Regional Chamber website, Greece Charitable Foundation webpage, email Info@GreeceChamber.org, or call (585) 944-5800.
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