News

Stories, Celebrations & Community News

This page shares the latest news, announcements, and highlights from GEC, including program updates, events, achievements, and community moments.

Stepping Up for GEC

From May 26th to June 16th, GEC held their Step Up for GEC fundraiser, an event encouraging members of our programs, staff, families, and community members to walk or run in support of GEC.

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GEC Holds Annual Golf Outing

GEC held our Annual Golf Outing & Awards Dinner at Marine Park Golf Course in Brooklyn on Friday June 9th.

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GEC Celebrates Preschool Graduations

The Guild for Exceptional Children (GEC) held four graduation ceremonies in their preschool.

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GEC Parties the Night Away

GEC recreational staff and volunteers hosted a very special dinner dance on June 14th at Gargiulo's Restaurant.

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GEC Celebrates Cinco de Mayo at Spring Fundraiser

On May 5, GEC held our spring fundraiser at the Marine Park Golf Club. The 11th annual beer tasting event had local distributors on hand to serve a variety of beer to guests.

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GEC Visits Atlantic City

Close to 100 GEC residents accompanied by staff enjoyed a beautiful day in Atlantic City.

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GEC “parades” down 3rd Ave for St. Patrick’s Day!

On March 26th, nearly 100 of GEC’s participants, staff and family members joined the festivities by marching alongside our friends, neighbors, and community supporters in the Bay Ridge Saint Patrick’s Day Parade.

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GEC gets a greenhouse makeover

GEC gets a greenhouse makeover courtesy of a team of dedicated Scouts.

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Mildred Goldberg celebrates turning 97

GEC’s delightful nonagenarian, Mildred Goldberg, celebrates turning 97 with friends and family

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