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Windfall Wednesdays - 10/30/24

Winning Number: #987 A new game began April 24, 2024.

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Meet Michael Russo, GEC’s New CFO

Michael Russo is the newest member of GEC’s administrative team, serving in the role of Chief Financial Officer.

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GEC Preschool Joins Ragamuffin Parade

On Saturday, September 28th, preschoolers from GEC, along with their parents, staff, and friends, joined the Bay Ridge Ragamuffin Parade.

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Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis Secures $2 million for GEC

Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis visited GEC to announce that $2 million in federal funding had been secured for renovations to several of GEC's buildings.

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Park Asia Restaurant Generously Supports the GEC

On Friday, September 6, GEC was invited to attend a special check presentation at Park Asia Restaurant, located at 6521 – 8th Avenue, Brooklyn.

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New GEC Board of Directors is Installed

At the June 20th GEC Membership meeting, Elaine DeBerardine, Esq. presided over the installation of the 2024 GEC Board of Directors.

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GEC Holds Community Appreciation Luncheon

On June 20, GEC hosted a Community Appreciation Luncheon to celebrate honorees who have been strong supporters of GEC.

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An Exciting Night with the Stars at Gargiulio’s

Many lovely GEC participants and their guests danced the night away at Gargiulo's Restaurant in Coney Island, for the Night with the Stars Dance.

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GEC Preschool Celebrates the Class of 2024

GEC’s Carrie Mastronardi Early Childhood Educational Center hosted four ceremonies on 6/12 and 6/13 honoring and recognizing our 2024 graduates.

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Golfers Enjoy a Great Day Supporting GEC

On Friday, June 7th, GEC had its 14th annual golf outing and dinner. It was a truly beautiful day and a great time was had by all.

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Densingh Thambiraj, CFO Retires

The GEC family came together to celebrate Densingh’s retirement. Densingh’s smile and steady unflustered manner will not soon be forgotten.

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Windfall Wednesdays Monthly Winner May 2024

May 2024 - John Perotta

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GEC’s 12th Annual Beer Tasting

The Marine Park Golf Course generously hosted GEC’s 12th Annual Beer Tasting on Friday May 3rd.

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Longtime Residence Manager, Maryann Sullivan Retires

Maryann Sullivan retired from her position as manager of the Charter Residence at the beginning of 2024. Maryann has been part of the GEC family for the past twenty-nine years and will be greatly missed as she moves on to the next adventures in her life.

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Celebrating St. Patrick's Day

GEC participants and staff joined the Bay Ridge community by marching in the Saint Patrick’s Day parade along 3rd Ave on Sunday March 24th.

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5th Avenue Bunny Hop supports GEC!

The Bars of 5th Avenue in Bay Ridge hosted a fundraiser for GEC on 3/23. It has become an annual event known as the “Bunny Hop” because it occurs near Easter on the calendar.

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Assembly Member Tannousis Helps GEC Greenhouse Grow

NYS Assembly Member Michael Tannousis visited the Guild for Exceptional Children’s (GEC’s) main office at 260 68 street last week and brought smiles to the faces of our program participants.

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Special Guest Visits GEC Preschool

In January, a former student from the Guild for Exceptional Children’s Preschool returned as a special guest demonstrator.

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Santa Comes to GEC!

Santa Claus was on hand to delight each child and make sure everyone received toys. A very happy time, celebrating with music and snacks, was had by all!

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GEC Carolers Spread Holiday Cheer

The GEC choir, or GEC Glee as they sometimes like to be called, is comprised of approximately 30 adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities under the leadership of Music Coordinator Ally Torres.

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