About the
fund...
This fund
was established in loving memory of Ginger English in 2007.
Every year, the Fund makes grants to local charitable
organizations to honor the life and legacy of Ginger
English.
The English family is proud to have founded the
'GEM' Fund and to raise money for its growth. The Fund's
assets are entrusted with the Chester County Community
Foundation and invested in an endowment so that the Fund's
charitable grants may be perpetuated for many years to come.
Grants...
On Thursday November 15, 2007 the Ginger English Memorial
Fund proudly presented its first grant to The Clinic of
Phoenixville - a nonprofit organization that provides health
care to the uninsured.
November 15th is an especially significant day
for the English family. “It’s my mom’s birthday,” explains
Ginger’s son, Mike English. “I like to think of this grant
as a sort of birthday present for her. It’s a way to
celebrate her life and good works, even if she can’t be with
us in person.”
The $2,500 grant represented a portion of the funds raised
at the 1st Annual Ginger English Memorial Fund Golf Classic,
held on August 17th at Gilbertsville Golf Club.
The event, made possible by Ginger’s loving family, was
attended by over 150 golfers from Maryland to New York.
Event sponsors included RSZ Orthopedics, Gateway Pharmacy,
SEI Investments, Lundy Law, and Frees Insurance.
“We’re hoping,” says Mike
English, “that others in the community who cared about my
mom, as well as those who care about local organizations
like The Clinic, will make donations to help Mom’s legacy
fund grow. We welcome donations and help with fundraising,
so that we can make larger grants to make a more sizeable
impact.”
Golfers are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual
Ginger English Memorial Golf Classic set for August 15, 2008.
About the
Golf Classic...
We
are hosting the 2nd Annual Ginger English Memorial Golf Classic on
August 15, 2008. Please join us as we celebrate the life of
Ginger English and work together to raise money to keep her
spirit alive.
Date: Friday,
August 15, 2008
Place: Gilbertsville Golf Club
Address: 2944 Luthern Road Gilbertsville, PA
Schedule of Events:
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Registration
1:00 p.m. - Shotgun Start (soft spikes required;
hot dogs and soda will be
provided at the turn)
6:00 p.m. - Silent Auction and Steak Dinner.
Awards ceremony following
completion of play.
Tournament Highlights: Longest Drive, Closest to the
Hole, Straightest Drive, Skills Contest, Mulligans, Door
Prizes, 1st and 2nd Place Prizes
Format of Play:
Scramble Format - Each Player tees off, select the
drive the team wishes to play. The team must play each
player's tee shot at least two times not including par 3's.
Continue selecting the best shot until the ball is in the
hole. Using the spot for the ball that is chosen, each
player can place his ball within one club length, but no
closer to the hole (playing conditions cannot be improved,
for example, from rough to fairway.)
Sponsorship Information:
Hole Sponsorship: $50 ($30 is a tax deductible
contribution)
Sponsorship includes
special recognition signage on designated hole.
Friends of Ginger Sponsors: Donation of your
choice. Donors will be
recognized in the Program
for the day's events. All contributions are
greatly appreciated!
Participation Fees:
Individual*: $95 ($30 is a tax deductible
contribution)
Student*: $80
Foursome*: $380 ($120 is a tax deductible
contribution)
Hole Sponsorship: $50 ($30 is a tax deductible
contribution)
Silent Auction & Dinner Only: $30
*Auction and Dinner included for all golf tournament
participants
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To register,
sponsor a hole, or make a donation by mail, please print the
golf tournament brochure.
Please make checks payable to: The Ginger English
Memorial Fund. Mail registration form with your payment
by July 1st to:
The Ginger English
Memorial Fund c/o CCCF
28 W. Market Street
West Chester, PA
19382
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To register, sponsor a
hole, or make a donation online,
please click here.
About
Ginger...
Ginger English of
Phoenixville, born Theresa J. Shepsko, touched many lives
with vibrant personality and through her many interests.
Ginger is lovingly remembered for her unflagging optimism,
tremendous sense of humor, and her smile that could light up
a room. Her children also recall her intuition and her
ability to perceive and respond to other's emotions. Family
was undoubtedly Ginger's priority and her two children,
Michael and Meghan, were the lights of her life.
Ginger brought her sense of loyalty and dedication to all
she did. Following marriage, Ginger began her business
career at Wilkinson Sword in North Plainfield, NJ. She later
returned to her beloved hometown of Phoenixville to begin
work at HT Madden. She then took leave from her career to
raise her two children. While Michael and Meghan pursued
their college educations, she joined RSZ Orthopedics where
she served as administrative manager for over 18 years. A
devoted member of her community, she served on the
Phoenixville Hospital Auxiliary Board, acted as President of
the Sacred Heart Woman's Guild, and served as the First
President of the Phoenixville Jaycettes.
Ginger always loved her time spent during the summers in
Avalon. Her vibrant personality, exemplary culinary skills
and love of entertainment would always bring a smile to all
who shared in these wonderful times. The family welcomes
contributions to this fund to memorialize Ginger's legacy.
The Ginger
English Memorial Fund is a Fund of the Chester County
Community Foundation, a licensed 501(c)3 charity. A copy of
the official registration and financial information for the
Chester County Community Foundation may be obtained by
calling the Pennsylvania Department of State at
1-800-732-0999.
