Giving A Hand to RMH Thru Children’s Gifts And Holiday Dishes

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For many Service League of Greenville members, “giving a hand” to the Ronald McDonald House of Eastern North Carolina has become an annual Holiday tradition.  Whether buying gifts for children in the hospital or cooking up special dishes to share the comforts of home with families staying at RMH during the holidays, Service League members always come through in a big way.

53 Children’s Holiday Bags Filled

With only the age range and gender of a potential recipient to go by, Service League members picked up empty bags and returned 53 gift bags of goodies to brighten children’s faces.

Our thanks to all who shared their holiday spirit by “Giving a Hand”!

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102 Holiday Food Boxes

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Donating holiday food boxes to our community is a long-standing tradition for the Service League of Greenville.  This year we out did our selves.  On December 12th, Food Boxes were delivered to 102 in-need families to enjoy over the holiday season.

 

A huge thanks to the many Service League of Greenville members who gave generously to this cause; Mr. Sumerlin, Store manager of Piggly Wiggly, who organized the purchase and packaging of food items: and, HOPE OF GLORY MINISTRIES & SALVATION ARMY who selected recipients within our community and organized delivery of the boxes.

Special thanks to SLG supper organizers Co-Chairs Marcia Pleasants and Linda Clark.

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Celebrating The Season At Vidant Health’s Holiday Social

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All Service League of Greenville members were invited to attend Vidant Health’s Holiday Social on December 7th.  Among those celebrating the season and enjoying the opportunity to meet Vidant Health executive board members and Vidant Health Foundation board members:

SLG Projects Chair, Susan Thornton; SLG President, Annelle West; SLG Placement Chair, Wilma Shackelford; and SLG Corresponding Secretary, Dorothy Smith

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A Merry SLG Board Christmas Brunch

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Welcomed by snowmen and beautiful themed Christmas trees, basking in the warm glow of miniature village lights, THE SERVICE LEAGUE OF GREENVILLE board members escaped the hustle and bustle of the season during a Christmas brunch hosted by SLG 2nd Vice President, Danette Pugh.

The food was delicious and the company delightful.  A huge thank you to our hostess and her merry team of elves — ah, helpers.

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Patient And Family Touched By Receiving SLG Blanket

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As Service League of Greenville members, we take pride in having “Service Hearts.”  We do what we do to make a difference in our community and not for the recognition we receive.  Just the same, it makes our day when someone lets us know how much they appreciate our efforts…

Such as this recent encounter shared by several SLG members working in our Service League of Greenville Gift Shop.  From Martha Bloss:

“While working in the SLG Gift Shop today, a woman came in to thank the SLG for giving her mother a blanket.  Her 87 year old mom makes many blankets and gives them to the fire dept and a child abuse social worker.  She was thrilled to receive a blanket from someone else when she truly needed it. “

Another SLG members adds:

“This was a special and rather moving experience for each of us there.  The daughter was sincerely appreciative of what had been given to her mother, who in turn, had been doing so much for others.”

Can it get any better than serving those who serve others?  A huge SLG thank you to all who share their “Service Hearts.”

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Getting To Know You…

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As a fun way for members to “meet & greet” their fellow volunteers, Service League of Greenville 2nd Vice President Danette Pugh has been finding creative disguises to chat up randomly selected members during our monthly meetings…

Service League of Greenville President Annelle West looks on as “Pilgrim” Danette draws the names of the lucky “winners”…

Nov SLG Mtg

SLG members Joan Giordano and Teresa Warren give each other moral support as the questioning chatting begins…

Nov SLG Mtg 2

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Donations Of Quick Meals To Ronald McDonald House

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Quick meals are in high demand at The Ronald McDonald House located inside the James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital at Vidant Medical Center (near the pediatric units).

When a child is sick and receiving medical attention, the last thing families need is the added stress of worrying about how or where to grab something quick and nutritious to eat without having to leave the building where their child is being treated. Fortunately, the Ronald McDonald House provides a 2,500 sq.ft. common area with kitchen, laundry, and shower facilities, a playroom and other home-like amenities.

But, keeping the pantry full is an ongoing challenge.

During our October meeting, the Service League of Greenville held a last minute “Quick Meal Drive” to help the Ronald McDonald House restock their quick meals pantry.  We are pleased to say, our members exceeded expectations:

Helping to unload the Service League of Greenville’s quick meal donations are RMH Eastern NC’s Director of Development, Hanna Caton, and Executive Director, Meghan King Woolard.

A huge thank you to all the SLG members who participated and gave so generously!

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Our Year That Was — 2016-2017 — Highlights

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Sharing a few highlights from a very busy year of service!  A huge thank you to all our members for all that you do.  You are indeed — Wonder Women!

Enjoy the slide show!

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In Honor Of Those Who Serve And In Remembrance Of Carrie Oakley

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Carrie Oakley was 86 years old when she started volunteering weekly at McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge shortly after it opened its doors in 2002.  She was well on her way to becoming 101 years old when she worked her last day at the reception desk there.  Her dedication and commitment to The Service League of Greenville and to McConnell – Raab Hope Lodge epitomizes community service and volunteerism.

On May 12th 2017,  McConnell – Raab Hope Lodge honored the memory of Carrie Oakley and all who serve with a small reception and unveiling of a plaque over the reception desk with Carrie’s name and picture.

Unveiling the plaque…
Sara Oakley Cozart next to plaque honoring her Mother, Carrie Oakley
Standing behind Carrie’s chair…

From the facebook page of McConnell- Raab Hope Lodge:

It is with great pleasure the McConnell- Raab Hope Lodge and the Service League of Greenville, Inc. honor the memory of 100 year old Volunteer Carrie Oakley and her many years of service as a front desk attendant. Her shining example of a warm smile, happy greeting, and faithful service still inspires all of us.

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2017 President’s Annual Report and Awards

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The Service League of Greenville President, Annelle West, presided over our annual May Luncheon at Rock Springs.   As we enjoyed our delicious lunch, she gave the President’s Annual Report and walked us through The Service League of Greenville year that was 2016-2017.

We welcomed those new within our ranks:

New Service League members  — Kathy Baxter and Kay Gooding

New Gift Shops Assistant Manager — Carol Frey

We gave recognition and thanks to dedicated board and committee members who make the functioning of such a large organization possible.

As we thanked board members — Beth Harman, Blanche Sullivan, and Jo Ann Jones, for completing their two year terms, President West set in motion the hands of Service League change by installing and welcoming new board members:

Sherry Pofahl as Recording Secretary
Dorothy Smith as Corresponding Secretary
Janiffer Fraizer as Treasurer

(A complete list of our 2017-2018 Service League of Greenville Board can be found by clicking HERE.)

We celebrated our many accomplishments that can only be achieved through the continued commitment of time, talent, and treasure from all our membership.  Here are just a few worthy accomplishments from our 2016-2017 service year:

79 — Years of continuous service to Vidant Medical Center and our local community by The Service League of Greenville members.

162 — Total membership (99 Active, 54 sustaining, and 9 associate).

15,536 — Total volunteer hours served by membership.

4307 — Volunteer hours served in our gift shops and snack carts.

107 — Fleece lap blankets completed and shared with Vidant Health patients.

43,643  — Net Laughinghouse Funds generated through this years Charity Ball.

101 — Volunteer hours served in support of American Red Cross Blood Drives

22 — Members with more than 35 years of volunteerism with The Service League of Greenville.

67 — Years of membership completed (longest) by Betty Lou Howard.

751 — Volunteer hours served in support of McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge.

80 — Christmas Food Boxes purchased by our members and donated to Greenville families.

120 — Christmas and Easter bags filled by our members and donated to Ronald McDonald House children.

85 — Children and adult coats donated by members and given to the Salvation Army following Hurricane Matthew.

67 — Meal items prepared by members and shared with Ronald McDonald House families during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.

1724  — Layette items donated by League members

We honored those Service League of Greenville members who display extraordinary commitment and service:

Board member Wilma Shackelford was awarded the President’s Tray.  Sustaining member Linda Osborne was honored with the Agnes Wilkerson Award.  Service League member Frances Mallison was presented with the Ormond Service Cup.

Congratulations Ladies!

For more pictures from our luncheon, click HERE.

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