A. Monroe Courtright Award
A. Monroe Courtright Volunteer Service Award
The Rotary Club of Westerville each spring recognizes a local individual or organization with its A. Monroe Courtright Volunteer Service Award.
Courtright was the longtime publisher of Westerville’s historic hometown newspaper, The Public Opinion. He also was a charter member our Rotary Club of Westerville. He died unexpectedly just a month into his term as the club’s president in 1977, and the club launched the community service award in his honor.
Courtright was known for his strong support of Westerville, and his strong opinions, expressed weekly in a front page column in the PO titled, “You May Quote Us as Saying.”
Off the front page, his private philanthropic efforts were less well known. A business in trouble might find an envelope of money near the cash register after an unannounced visit. Westerville families and groups in need were helped quite often, with anonymous gifts that the newspaper publisher had no wish to publicize. He had no desire to be recognized for this aid-giving.
The Courtright Award named in Monroe’s honor recognizes outstanding community service by a leader or volunteer that is both “significant and sustained.” This service must come without pay, and not as part of one’s paid job.
Phil Mallott named 2020 Courtright Award winner
From ThisWeek Community News — BY MARLA K. KUHLMAN — Live life intentionally -- that is the advice of Philip Mallott, the 2020 Rotary Club of Westerville’s A. Monroe Courtright Volunteer Service Award winner....
Courtright Award Winners, 1977-2020
1977 Eddie Birchem & The Anchor Club
1978 Dr. Walter Stout
1979 Maurice & Dorothy McVay
1980 Sanders Frye & James Tressler
1981 Morris Briggs
1982 R.T. “Sarge” Beum
1983 Mary Bailey
1984 Mary Davis & Blendon Grange
1985 Edwin “Dubbs” Roush & James “Buzz” Cockerell
1986 Sue Ann Norton
1987 Richard H. Gorsuch
1988 Jane W. Bradford
1989 Don W. Miller
1990 Joe “Grandpaw” Bernowski & Dwight “”Smokey” Ballinger
1991 Ned Mosher
1992 Dr. Bill Freeman
1993 Edna Zech
1994 Marge Day Lewis
1995 Paul Askins
1996 Dick Rano
1997 Charlotte Walker
1998 Jo Ann Davidson
1999 Kathy Cocuzzi
2000 Vinny Herwig
2001 Jim Grissinger
2002 Garrett Brusco
2003 C. William Swank
2004 Rich Siegel
2005 Westerville Caring & Sharing
2006 Diane Fosselman
2007 Joanne Vansant
2008 Renee Kropat
2009 Bill Merriman
2010 Alice Wilson
2011 Damon “Chip” Wetterauer
2012 Sheila Tompos
2013 Janet Withers
2014 John Robbins & Westerville Area Resource Ministry
2015 Jim Biven
2016 Robert B. (Rock) Lantz
2017 Carolyn E. Cordray
Courtright Award Criteria
Courtright Award Nomination Form
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News from the District of the annual Back-to-School program by our friends at Westerville Caring & Sharing. Our kids might be learning from home to start the year, but they still are going to need school supplies.
Westerville Caring and Sharing adapts to provide students and families school supplies
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As a result of a conversation yesterday among area superintendents and health officials from several organizations, our district’s executive leadership team has determined that the Westerville City Schools should open the 2020-21 Academic Year under a 100% remote learning model and not the blended...𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐟 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬 - 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌. If you'd like to sponsor this year's event (𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟴, 𝟴:𝟯𝟬 𝗮𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗶 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲) use the link below. .
SPONSORSHIP FORM: 26th Annual Westerville Sunrise Rotary Golf Outing In Memory of Mike Beres
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WHEN/WHERE: Friday, August 28, 2020 -- Safari Golf Club, Powell, OH DEADLINE: Checks and logos must be submitted by August 19, 2020 QUESTIONS: Brian Ahearn at (614) 313-1663 or Brian.Ahearn@influencepeople.biz𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐟 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬 - 𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐅 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍. If you're interested in playing (𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟴, 𝟴:𝟯𝟬 𝗮𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗶 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲) use the link below. More details on prizes to come in upcoming weeks.
REGISTRATION FORM: Westerville Sunrise Rotary 26th Annual Golf Outing in Memory of Mike Beres.
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Date: August 28, 2020, 8:30 AM Location: Safari Golf Club, 4850 Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065 Questions: Rick Sellers at 614-313-6065 or rick@sellersinbox.comThe Rotary Club of Westerville will meet at noon Thursday, July 23, via Zoom.
Our speaker will be Dr. Matt Chittum.
Our topic is “The Dynamics of Change.”
President Ellen Cathers reports she and Dr. Chittum have been doing Zoom meetings with people from all over the globe on this topic. She promises the meeting will be “more interactive than you might think” and invites all club members to jump on Zoom for the meeting.
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July 16th, 2020 Rotary Meeting
Hybrid meeting this week to be held at
Grace Chapel Church Heirport at the corner of Big Walnut and Tussic Street Road (large building South of the Church). We are back to our normal noon schedule.
Our speaker and program will be new District 6690 Assistant Governor Diane Conley, who will update us on what is going on during these unprecedented times in the Rotary clubs across our District. As many of you may know, Diane is a member of the Rotary Club of Westerville Sunrise, and also is a member of Westerville City Council. She may have some information to share on how our sister club and the city are faring during the pandemic as well.
You can join in on Zoom with the following link or R.S.V.P. the secretary at wencaptain@msn.com or call 614-563-0574 to save a seat. Seating is limited to the first 30 and you must have and bring a mask to attend. Social distancing will be in effect for this and all Hybrid meetings
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Westerville Rotary award recipient Philip Mallott lives out motto of service above self
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Live life intentionally -- that is the advice of Philip Mallott, the 2020 Rotary Club of Westerville's A. Monroe Courtright Volunteer Service Award winner.Last night to light up your #4thofjuly weekend!
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As an organically socially distant show we are so happy to be able to provide this for our community during a time when we are all craving social interaction. It was been incredible to see you all again, even if it’s just a wave through a car window! There has been a great sense of community the past four nights at Lights of Liberty, #alonetogether from the comfort of your vehicle.
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See you tonight #columbus! 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | 325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082 | online tickets www.eventbrite.com/e/lights-of-liberty-drive-through-digital-light-show-10-per-vehicle-tickets-11...
Thanks Channel 6- ABC6onyourside.com for spreading the word! Residents, come on out to catch the show from your air-conditioned car tonight or tomorrow--the last two nights for our Lights of Liberty show!
Drive-through patriotic light display taking place in Westerville for July 4th weekend
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The Lights of Liberty drive-through-only event in Westerville provides families an opportunity to spend time together this Independence Day weekend, and is COVID-19 conscious. Attendees will tune into a dedicated radio station and drive in their cars through a digital light show that's synchronized....Happy Birthday America!
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Our #popup light show will be in Westerville for two more nights!
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Wishing everyone a happy and safe 4th of July!
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July 1-5 nightly | 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | 325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082 | online tickets www.eventbrite.com/e/lights-of-liberty-drive-through-digital-light-show-10-per-vehicle-tickets-11...
That feeling of being out of the house!
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Thank you @bbfantasyoflights for helping to make Lights of Liberty (pop up light show) possible with just two weeks of planning!
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We are proud to have an event that brings us #alonetogether Columbus!
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Don’t miss the best light show in town! July 1-5 nightly 9:00-11:30pm $10 per vehicle 325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082 online tickets www.eventbrite.com/e/lights-of-liberty-drive-through-digital-light-show-10-per-vehicle-tickets-11...
We love our community!
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Last night has us feeling all warm and fuzzy today! We loved seeing so many smiling faces and are so honored to be able to let our lights shine this 4th!
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Three more nights of Lights! Show runs till July 5th | 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | 325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082 | online tickets www.eventbrite.com/e/lights-of-liberty-drive-through-digital-light-show-10-per-vehicle-tickets-11...
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As the only #covid-19 conscious event in town there is a potential for a wait, please know that we are processing vehicles as quickly as possible.
What are you doing to make this 4th of July special?
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#covid-19 has thrown a wrench in just about every 2020 plan so far this year. What have you been doing to stay sane and to continue to create family memories during this time?
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We are so honored to bring our lights to #westerville this holiday to offer a way to celebrate socially distant! Stay safe in your car with your family and create those memories with us!
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July 1-5 nightly | 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | 325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082 | online tickets www.eventbrite.com/e/lights-of-liberty-drive-through-digital-light-show-10-per-vehicle-tickets-11...
Greg and Dorci Winbush of North Columbus wait Wednesday evening to become THE FIRST VISITORS to the Lights of Liberty show at the Westerville Sports Complex. The patriotic light display staged by the Rotary Club of Westerville continues from 9-11:30 tonight-Sunday, July 2-5. Come on by, enjoy the July 4th fun, and support our charitable causes! Admission: $10 per carload. Pay on EventBrite or at the door.
Looking for a way to light up your Independence Day?
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You’ve found it! Lights of Liberty is a patriotic drive-through light show that is guaranteed to get you and your family in celebration mode 🥳
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July 1-5 nightly | 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | 325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082 | online tickets www.eventbrite.com/e/lights-of-liberty-drive-through-digital-light-show-10-per-vehicle-tickets-11...
Thanks to The Columbus Dispatch for including our Lights of Liberty in its coverage of July Fourth activities in Central Ohio!
See what Columbus-area communities are doing to celebrate July Fourth amid pandemic
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With the coronavirus forcing cancellation of traditional events in many communities, some have come up with creative alternatives to celebrate🇺🇸TONIGHT🇺🇸
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Gates open at 9:00pm for the only socially distant 4th of July event in town!
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Drive-through Lights of Liberty from the comfort of your vehicle.
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Visit our website (link in bio) for all the details!
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325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082
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Who loves fireworks?!
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Fireworks canceled this 4th? We’ve got the next best thing for you and your family to enjoy from the comfort of your vehicle!
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Lights of Liberty, a patriotic drive-through light show, opens tomorrow night! 7/1-7/5 nightly, 9:00-11:30pm, $10 per vehicle!
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Check out our website for all the details!! See you soon! Tag a friend who needs to see our lights!
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Lights of Liberty | WESTERVILLE | 325 N. Cleveland Ave 43082
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Your family will experience a patriotic drive-through light show from the comfort of your vehicle-new tunnel synchronized to 88.3 FM!
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In partnership with @bbfantasyoflights benefitting SEALKIDS and Honor Flight Westerville.
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July 1-5 nightly | 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | socially distant event
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3 more nights till the debut of our lights!
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Your family will tune into a dedicated radio station upon entering the show to experience our brand new synchronized 4th of July themed TUNNEL and much more!
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See you July 1st-5th, 9:00-11:30pm...tag a friend who needs to know!
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325 N Cleveland Ave Westerville, 43082
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Setup is underway for the Lights of Liberty 4th of July event!
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Celebrate Independence Day with a bang- from the comfort of your vehicle! Be amazed by the sights and sounds of our light displays and new synchronized light tunnel - you will experience fireworks and much more!
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Get your tickets today for the only socially distant 4th of July show in town!
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7/1-7/5 nightly | 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | tickets through Eventbrite at www.eventbrite.com/e/lights-of-liberty-drive-through-digital-light-show-10-per-vehicle-tickets-11...
Celebrate #IndependenceDay with a bang- from the comfort of your vehicle! Be amazed by the sights and sounds of our light displays and new synchronized light tunnel - you will experience fireworks and much more!
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Get your tickets today for the only socially distant #4thofjuly show in town!
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7/1-7/5 nightly | 9:00-11:30pm | $10 per vehicle | tickets through @eventbrite | visit our website to purchase today!
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Light up your #4thofjuly with us this year!
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We are so excited to bring you the only digital fireworks show in town!
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Your health and safety have always been our top priority - we continue to be a socially distanced, family fun show! You must remain in your vehicle at all times, contactless payment option through Eventbrite (link on website), and ticket takers will be wearing masks/gloves.
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Show runs nightly 7/1-7/5, 9:00-11:30pm, $10 per vehicle
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So excited to announce this quality event to help the community celebrate the Fourth this year!
Rotary Club plans ‘Lights of Liberty’ show July 1-5 | Westerville Rotary Club
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The Rotary Club of Westerville & the City of Westerville, in Partnership with Butch Bando’s Fantasy of Lights, will present the Lights of Liberty July 1-5.It was wonderful last night to honor the very worthy winner of the Rotary Club of Westerville's 2020 A. Monroe Courtright Volunteer Service Award, Phil Mallot.
Below is a link to our Zoom recording of the 'hybrid' meeting of the club, which was both a physical gathering for a limited number of Club members, and virtual gathering via Zoom. The event was held at WARM -- thank you to Scott Marier and Diana Fahle.
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Special 2020 Courtright Award Presentation at WARM - Rotary Club of Westerville
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Please join the Rotary Club of Westerville to honor the winner of our 2020 A. Monroe Courtright Volunteer Service Award, in person at WARM or via ZOOM.More than 650 Westerville second-grade students receive Medals and notes to recognize graduation from the Rotary's I-CAN Program --
Congratuations to I-CAN Graduates! - Rotary Club of Westerville
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For over 25 years, members of the Rotary Clubs of Westerville have been taught the I-CAN character education program to Westerville's 2nd-grade students ...Emily Noble, 52, has been missing from Westerville, OH (Columbus area) since May 24th or 25th. Police are asking for the public’s help. Emily is a photographer & nature enthusiast and went on daily walks, and often on hikes to forage. Emily has naturally curly brown hair, is 5’ & 100 lbs.
MISSING ADULT: EMILY NOBLE
Delaware-Franklin County / Westerville, Ohio
Missing from: Westerville, Ohio.
Emily was last seen at her residence in Westerville, Ohio on the evening of 5/24/2020.
* Age: 52
* Gender: Female
* Race/Ethnicity: White
* Height: 5'0"
* Weight: 100 lbs
* Hair color: Brown (Naturally Curly)
* Eye color: Brown
If you have information contact Westerville Police Department at (614) 901-6881.
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Dr. John Comerford, President of Otterbein University will speak on Thursday, June 4th at 7 pm via Zoom meeting about bringing back students with Covid19 restrictions. Info will be emailed.
Awesome night of virtual Bingo while raising money for Kenya!! George won a game and Christy had three Bingos. Lisa Jensen won best hat!
Enjoy this fun video created by District Public Image Committee. Share with potential new members. #rotary
Congratulations to our Bingo winners who won $50 each. Join us on Thursday, May 28th for our next game!
Katrina Plourde
Diane Conley
Bill Tompos
Don’t forget to join us for Fun, Fellowship and Bingo tonight at 7 pm!!! Directions were emailed to you!
Have fun with the club this week playing Bingo!!! Watch your email for details!
Sad news but the die was cast when Columbus canceled RW&B yesterday. Stay tuned for updates on 'alternative' plans!
July 4th group celebration, fireworks canceled - Rotary Club of Westerville
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Westerville and other Central Ohio communities today accepted recommendations to cancel group activities and fireworks for July 4, 2020Congratulations to Lindsey Hartshorn of WNHS! Winner of largest ever Rotary Club of Westerville Scholarship, Go get 'em at OSU, Lindsey!
$10,000 Westerville Rotary Scholarship winner - Rotary Club of Westerville
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The Rotary Club of Westerville Rotary Foundation awarded its first ever $10,000 college scholarship last week to Lindsey Hartshorn of Westerville North HSJoin us for our 1st Virtual Meeting tomorrow night! Please join in by using the following link and instructions:
Rotary Weekly Zoom Meeting
Thu 5/7/2020 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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The officers and directors would like to invite you to a scheduled Rotary Zoom meeting on Thursday May 7 from 7 – 8 PM.
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Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, confer...Hello Club! That picture is at the conclusion of my last April Walk4WARM. Official distance completed is 152.07 miles for April. Not quite as long as this pandemic but hopefully it helped us remember the need going on in our community currently. You folks really responded to the Club fund raiser for April. So proud of you all. As of Wednesday $4125 had been donated + $1500 from the club match + $2000 from District Grant. Total $7625 or the equivalent of a full week of meals for 217 people. Well done!
Ways to Serve
Here are two links to groups we help serve with. If you are looking for ways to serve during the Pandemic check these out.
My Very Own Blanket www.myveryownblanket.org
Star House www.starhouse.us