Deliver the Dream celebrates its 50th retreat! Jeans and Dreams

Spring 2007
Volume 12
Deliver the Dream celebrates its 50th retreat!
In February, Deliver the Dream headed
to the beautiful and rustic Westgate
River Ranch in Lake Wales, Florida for
its celebrated 50th retreat sponsored
by founding partner Wachovia.
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Families referred by Chris Evert Children’s Hospital and Deliver the Dream staff and
volunteers celebrating Deliver the Dream’s 50th retreat sponsored by Wachovia.
Jeans and Dreams - Jacksonville style- a Huge Success!
Second Annual Jeans and Dreams Gala raises more than $200,000 for Deliver the Dream
(For event details and additional Gala
photos, please see pages 6 and 7.)
(l to r) Deliver the Dream Founder and CEO Pat Moran and Jeans
and Dreams Gala Co-Chairs Jack Diamond and Beth McCague.
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From the Chair
DTD Names New
Executive Director
Paul Withrow joins Deliver the Dream as
Executive Director after more than 18 years
of experience in the not-for-profit arena.
Rick Catlett
Chairman of the Board
President, Gator Bowl Association
Deliver the Dream has appointed Paul Withrow as
its new Executive Director. Paul will oversee day-to-day
operations while working closely with the foundation’s
Board of Directors in its efforts to raise awareness and
funding for its family retreat
program. In addition, he will
work closely with the
organization’s Medical
Advisory Board and will be
instrumental in building
relationships and
partnerships with friends
and community supporters
of Deliver the Dream.
As I prepare to finish my tenure as Chairman of the Board, I do
so with a sense of pride and realization. Throughout the years,
I have always felt the most important responsibility I have held
has been to serve as an advocate for the voices of each and
every donor who have graciously entrusted their dollars to
fulfilling the mission of Deliver the Dream.
My transition gives me an opportunity to reflect on the
organization’s many accomplishments and reinforce that
Deliver the Dream has had some very defining achievements.
Successes that have occurred as the result of a passionate
staff, hardworking volunteers, and most importantly, because
of generous donors like you who have allowed us to continue
our efforts.
Commenting on the
appointment, Deliver the Dream
board chair elect Jim Kelleher said: “We are delighted to
announce this appointment. Paul’s insight and varied
experience will be a valuable addition to our
organization.”
Since 2002, Deliver the Dream has been honored to have more
than 2,700 family participants attend a healing family retreat
where they were able to begin the process of reconnecting
again after facing a crisis or serious illness. Mothers, fathers,
brothers and sisters…families facing many hurdles, were given
the opportunity to rebuild a trust and faith in one another,
rekindling a confidence that together they could face and
overcome anything!
Paul is proud to be a part of Deliver the Dream and its
mission and looks forward to making an impact on the
organization’s ability to help families to regain strength,
mend spirits and just be families and kids again. “I am
delighted to have an opportunity to play a role in the
ongoing success of this very important organization.
I look forward to sharing Deliver the Dream’s message of
hope and healing with the many donors, volunteers and
the public who support the families we serve with their
time and financial resources.”
In February of this year, Deliver the Dream celebrated its 50th
Family Retreat at River Ranch. This milestone event in our
history was graciously underwritten by a grant from our valued
corporate partner Wachovia and provided a healing retreat for
patients and their families from Chris Evert Children’s Hospital.
For those in attendance, the weekend was incredibly moving
and successfully representative of our mission. We really are
changing lives and I will be honest, we are all looking forward
to our 100th family retreat celebration - the day will be here
before we know it!
Most recently, Paul served more than four years as
the executive director at the South Florida Chapter of the
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Previous to that
he spent nearly five years as a regional director for St.
Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Paul graduated with a
bachelor’s of science in Communication from Clarion
University of Pennsylvania and resides in
Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
To help us get there, I ask you to continue your generous
support of Deliver the Dream’s purpose. Please use the
enclosed envelope to continue your support by making
a tax deductible gift to our program. Consider asking your
company to sponsor a retreat weekend. Ask your co-workers
to get involved by volunteering at one of our many
retreats. I promise you, it will make an impact on everyone
who participates.
Finally, I have been truly privileged to have had the honor to
serve in a leadership role for Deliver the Dream. I want you to
know…because of you and many others like you, we will never
be limited in our ability to help the children and families who
need us most. If this is the legacy of my Chairmanship then I
leave knowing I’ve done my job.
We’ve Moved!
Deliver the Dream has moved to a new home:
3223 NW 10th Terrace, Suite 602
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Tel (954) 564-3512 • Fax (954) 564-4385
With gratitude and respect,
Rick Catlett
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Our 1-888 number and
website remain the same:
1-888-OUR DREAM (687-3732)
www.deliverthedream.org
Deliver the Dream Wish List
Items Needed
To help reduce program expenses, Deliver the Dream is
• Disposable cameras
• Printing services
• Novelty items that can be imprinted
(i.e. T-shirts, key chains, etc.)
• 35 mm film
• Large plastic/rubber storage boxes
• Ziploc bags
• Large and small flash lights
• Batteries (Size A, AA, AAA, C, D, etc.)
• New costumes (children and adults)
• Art Supplies (glitter, glue, stickers, markers, etc.)
• Karaoke CDs
• New release DVDs (G to PG-13 rated)
• Recreational equipment (bats, balls, pool floats, etc.)
• Fishing rods
• Taper candles (12” white)
• Travel alarm clocks
• Tape (including double-sided, shipping tape,
duct tape, scotch tape)
• Gift certificates to department stores
(BJ’s, Wal-Mart, Publix, Target, etc.)
• First Aid Supplies
“putting out the call” for donations of supplies, services and/or
equipment that are regularly used during its family retreats.
The list is long and spans from a need for printing services,
novelty items, and requests for gift certificates, all of which
help to defray program costs. Fulfilling the needs on the
“Wish List” is vital in maintaining the tools required to assist
our doctors and medical support staff in providing the highest
level of respite services possible.
Should you have any of these items that are new (or almost
new) and would consider donating them to our organization,
please contact Program Director Susan Bellomy at
1-888-OUR DREAM (687-3732).
With your donation of any item on this list, you actively
become a part of our mission to assist families who are facing
a serious illness or crisis.
New Healthcare Partnership Welcomed
Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida has now joined the list of not-for-profit
partners working with Deliver the Dream to refer families for our specialized retreat program.
Deliver the Dream is proud to announce its partnership with Wolfson Children’s Hospital of
Jacksonville, Florida. Through this new alliance, Deliver the Dream is looking forward to delivering
hope, strength and joy to north Florida families that have children with a life-threatening illness or
who are experiencing a crisis.
Founded in 1955, Wolfson Children’s Hospital is a regional referral hospital serving infants and
children. It is the only children’s hospital in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. Known for its
state-of-the-art clinical facilities, Wolfson Children’s Hospital has extensive partnerships at leading
research and specialty clinics in Jacksonville. Due in part to its strong commitment to children and their individual needs,
the hospital was placed 16th on "Child Magazine's" Best Children's Hospital survey in 2003.
Wolfson Children’s Hospital recently referred families who have a child with Spina Bifida to attend a retreat May 3-6, 2007 at
the Sandpiper Resort in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Larry J. Freeman, Administrator of Wolfson Children’s Hospital, commented:
“We are thrilled and honored to partner with Deliver the Dream to help north Florida families. Our first group of special
needs families who have children with Spina Bifida will be enjoying an upcoming weekend of fun and activities. I’m sure all
of the families and kids will have an exciting and uplifting weekend.” Our friends at Wolfson Children’s Hospital are already
looking forward to their next retreat scheduled for early 2008.
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DTD Venue Spotlight
Camp Weed and
The Cerveny Conference Center
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50th Retreat Weekend Celebration
The celebration festivities included a special presentation wherein
Susan Bellomy, new program director, and Sara Gordon, program
coordinator, recognized the efforts of long-time Deliver the Dream
program director Donna Hardy and “Artworld” facilitator Janet Erlick.
Both Donna and Janet were presented with commemorative photo
albums which contained special memories from each of the
Located on 500 acres of natural beauty in
Live Oak, Florida, just outside of Jacksonville,
Camp Weed and The Cerveny Conference Center
(Cerveny) provide the unique combination of a
rustic atmosphere and understated charm...the
perfect venue for our Deliver the Dream family
retreat program.
50 retreats.
Families that attend a retreat at Cerveny get the
opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of
everyday life and relax in natural surroundings
and solitude. In addition, they get to enjoy an
array of outdoor recreational activities including
fishing, swimming, canoeing, tennis, volleyball,
rockwall climbing and more.
parent receiving care at
DTD held its first
retreat in 2002 for
families that had a
the Moffiitt Cancer Center
in Tampa, Florida. Since
then, DTD has hosted 647
families serving more than
2,730 family members coping
The facilities at Cerveny are modern, but keep
with the tradition of a retreat atmosphere with
cabin lodging, lake view dining, and warm
meeting space. One of the most loved aspects
of Cerveny by our DTD families, volunteers and
staff is Mandi’s Chapel, where DTD holds a nondenominational reflection time for families to
think about what they experienced and the
memories that were made throughout the
retreat.
Cerveny held its first retreat for DTD in
November of 2005 for families referred by
Nemours Children’s Clinic. Since then it remains
one of six venues DTD uses to carry out its
mission. The next retreat at Cerveny Conference
Center is slated for October 4-7, 2007 for families
who have a child with a brain tumor.
For more information about Camp Weed or
The Cerveny Conference Center, visit
www.campweed.org
with a serious illness or crisis.
Pat Moran, founder and CEO of
Deliver the Dream, is grateful to
the donors, sponsors, volunteers,
staff and friends for making her dream of
helping families find strength in times of crisis
come true. “Deliver the Dream has reached a critical milestone in
terms of our program’s success. It is with the help of all of our
generous supporters and dear friends that our program has continued
to expand and help more families facing illness or crisis.”
Deliver the Dream has five retreats
scheduled for the remainder of the
year serving families from North
Carolina to Florida.
Mandi’s Chapel at The Cerveny Conference Center
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2007 Family Retreat Schedule
June 21-24, 2007
Miami Mailman Center
“Families Who Have a Child with an Emotional Disability”
Sandpiper Resort – Port St. Lucie, Florida
August 2-5, 2007
National MS Society – Georgia Chapter
“Families Who Have a Parent with Multiple Sclerosis”
Amicalola Falls – Dawsonville, Georgia
October 4-7, 2007
American Cancer Society
“Families Who Have a Child with a Brain Tumor”
The Cerveny Conference Center – Live Oak, Florida
November 1-4, 2007
Hospice of Greensboro
“Families Who Have Experienced a Death of a Parent”
Kanuga Conference Center – Hendersonville, North Carolina
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December 6-9, 2007
St. Vincent Medical Center
“Families Who Have a Parent with Cancer”
River Ranch – Lake Wales, Florida
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Thanks to the generosity of our many sponsors and donors,
this year’s Jeans and Dreams Gala was a tremendous success
netting more than $200,000 for Deliver the Dream.
96.1 WEZJ radio and Angela Spears of First Coast News returned
as the event’s co-emcees, while comedian/magician Michael
Finney pleased the crowd with his hysterical comedic routines
and illusions. Nearly 500 business leaders and community
supporters dressed in their best denim for an evening full of
dining, laughter and dancing.
Co-chaired by Elizabeth and Jack Diamond and Beth and Jim
McCague, and presented by Invision Industries and Southern
Manufacturing, the event was held March 3 at the scenic
Sawgrass Marriott Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
Local Jacksonville media personalities Arthur Crofton of Lite
Of the net proceeds, more than $75,000 was raised during the
live and silent auctions. Travel packages were a huge hit this
year with bidding highlights including $10,600 for a trip for two
to Tokyo, Japan, $6,600 for a golf package to Saint Andrews,
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2007 Solara
Convertible Raffle
Winner Announced!
Arthur Crofton (on right)
pictured with Jennifer Lee
The chance to win a fully-loaded, sporty 2007
Solara Convertible, with a Special Edition
Deliver the Dream accessory treatment,
helped make this years Jeans and Dreams
Gala a tremendous success.
The drawing of the car raffle winner was excitedly
anticipated by the more than 500 guests and
volunteers who were in attendance. The winning
ticket was drawn by co-presenting sponsors
Chris Vitito of Invision Industries and Matt Argue
of Southern Manufacturing. Finally, the
announcement every one was waiting for.
Amy Carman of New York was the lucky winner!
Scotland, and $9,600 for two resort stays at the beautiful Fairmont Château
Lake Louise in Alberta, Canada. Other hot items sold included an
autographed guitar by country music star Craig Morgan, a NASCAR Nextel
Cup Race experience for two, a pair of David Yurman earrings, and two
catered dinner cruises aboard Jacksonville area vintage yachts, the Halcyon
and the Casa Mia.
The funds raised will allow over 250 Jacksonville family members facing a
medical illness or crisis to attend a Deliver the Dream retreat – free of
charge -- where they will be able to regain strength, mend spirits and just
be families again. Deliver the Dream is thankful for all those that
supported this year’s event. We
extend our sincere appreciation to our
generous sponsors, volunteers, and
guests for your continued support
and commitment!
Amy’s aunt, Jennifer Lee, executive director of the
National Multiple Sclerosis Society North Florida
chapter, was on hand to excitedly claim the prize
on Amy’s behalf. Jennifer quickly pulled out her
cell phone and called her niece to tell her the
exciting news. With the crowd’s encouragement,
master of ceremony Arthur Crofton of Lite 96.1
WEJZ radio suggested Jennifer put Amy on speaker
so that all those in attendance could listen.
He personally told Amy the good news. “You are
kidding! No way!” Amy shouted, not believing
she was the winner. “It’s incredible, I can’t believe
this is actually happening,” Amy said.
With leadership from the Jeans and Dreams Gala
committee, nearly $40,000 was raised through the
charity raffle. This raffle was made possible
through the generous support of Southeast Toyota
Distributors, LLC, a major sponsor of the annual
Jeans and Dreams gala. Deliver the Dream would
like to extend thanks again to each of you who
participated in this year’s raffle.
Plans are underway for the 2008
Jeans and Dreams Gala...look for
details coming soon!
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Raffle Winner Amy Carman
Our Deliver the Dream Experience
Deliver the Dream family shares personal story of strength, hope, and renewal at Jeans and Dreams Gala
On November 30-December 3, 2006, the Maynor family
attended the St. Vincent’s Medical Center Retreat Weekend
at River Ranch in Lake Wales, Florida. The weekend was
for families who have a parent with cancer. From airboat
rides, to arts and crafts, to a live rodeo, this weekend was
full of fun! The opportunity for their family to spend time
together, relax and reconnect was more than they ever
dreamed possible. They met several families coping with
different aspects of cancer, and although the diagnosis
was different, they found that they all had things in
common and were able to learn from each other. It was
especially wonderful for the children to speak with other
kids that had a parent going through cancer treatments
and hear how they were dealing with it.
(l to r) Matt Maynor, Pat Moran, and Amy Maynor
at Jeans and Dreams Gala.
Matt and Amy Maynor, parents of a Deliver the Dream
retreat family, shared their family experience as part of
this year’s Jeans and Dreams Gala. Though not an easy
story to tell, both were very excited at the opportunity to
share their DTD experience and compassionately spoke
of Matt’s diagnosis with leukemia, his struggle with
treatment and finding support, and finally the opportunity
to attend a DTD retreat.
Today, the Maynor family is energized and invigorated
because of their Deliver the Dream retreat. They now go
on more bike rides and are more active. They understand
that cancer is a diagnosis, not a way of life. They also
know that while there may be more treatments for Matt,
there are people out there ready to support their entire
family.
It was over a year ago after a routine physical that Matt
first learned there was a problem with his health. He was
called in for a follow-up appointment and the worst he
thought he would hear was that he had high cholesterol.
Instead his doctor told him the heartrending words that
he had cancer, specifically leukemia. With his pregnant
wife due in just a couple weeks, and two bright young
children, Bryce, 10 years-old, and Amy, 7 years-old,
awaiting the baby’s arrival, he couldn’t dare tell his family
the bad news. It wasn’t until six months after his baby
girl Abigail was born that he told the family. It was
devastating to everyone, but even more so to Matt.
Matt and his family continue to stay well connected
to the Jacksonville area and are very active in the
community, volunteering for the Leukemia Society, the
Gator Bowl, the TPC, their church and other community
charities. In fact, Amy was on the steering committee for
the annual “Bag Ladies Lunch” and fundraiser for the
Leukemia Society.
The Maynors are very appreciative of Pat Moran and the
DTD Staff for their unique experience. All of them hope
to one day volunteer for a DTD weekend, to give back to
those who helped them in their time of need.
Over the next several months, he started undergoing
treatment at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer
Center in Houston and Shands Hospital at the University
of Florida in Gainesville. It was extremely trying for him
and his family as he experienced severe side effects from
his treatment including nausea, fatigue, and joint, bone
and muscle pain. But the toughest part for Matt was not
being able to do the regular activities that he loved to do
with his family. The activity that stands out for him most
was riding bicycles with his son Bryce. He just didn’t have
the energy that he had been used to.
We thank Matt and the rest of the Maynor family for
sharing their experience with all the attendees at the
Jeans and Dreams Gala to benefit Jacksonville
families facing illness or crisis. And we wish them all
the best in the future!
Another struggle that the Maynor family faced was
finding support from other families going through the
same diagnosis. Due to Matt’s young age and his rare
type of leukemia, there was not much out there for him.
He didn’t let this stop him. He spent many hours
researching organizations that could possibly assist him
and his family with this illness. When Matt discovered
Deliver the Dream, he was immediately embraced by
program director Susan Bellomy. He was delighted to
learn of the DTD program and that he and his family
would have the opportunity to participate.
(l to r) Matt, Abigail, Amy, Bryce and Grace Maynor
aat DTD retreat Nov. 30 – Dec. 3, 2006.
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National MS Society Honors Deliver the Dream
with “Partners in Hope” Award
Deliver the Dream was recently honored to receive the National
Multiple Sclerosis Society’s “Partner in Hope” award by the
organization’s North Florida Chapter. This nationally recognized
award honors a company or organization that partners with the
National MS Society in making a significant impact on the lives of
those living with Multiple Sclerosis.
The award ceremony was held November 16, 2006 during the
National MS Society’s Annual Meeting in Jacksonville. “Deliver the
Dream is proud to be affiliated with the National MS Society in the
Jacksonville community,” stated dedicated Deliver the Dream
volunteers, Bobbie and Sam Sprout, who accepted this award on
behalf of the foundation.
This is the second time Deliver the Dream has been awarded the
“Partner in Hope” award by the National MS Society. The first
award was presented in May 2004 after holding a retreat for
families who had a parent diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.
(l to r) National MS Society presents award to volunteers
Bobbie and Sam Sprout on behalf of DTD.
Country Music’s Craig Morgan Performs in South Florida!
Deliver the Dream staff recently enjoyed a “rousing”
performance by country superstar and DTD spokesperson
Craig Morgan at the Round-Up Country Western Nightclub
in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. “When we heard that Craig was
coming to town, it gave us an opportunity to personally
share with him our organization’s latest milestones and
recent updates,” stated Paul Withrow, executive director of
Deliver the Dream.
One of America’s favorite country music stars, Craig is
currently on tour promoting his fourth album Little Bit of
Life. His previous albums spawned such memorable hits
as “I Got You,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “Almost Home,” and
“That’s What I Love About Sunday” which spent five weeks
at No. 1 and ended 2005 as country radio’s most played
song of the year.
(l to r) Terri Flannery, director of development,
Sara Gordon, program coordinator, Craig Morgan, DTD celebrity
spokesperson, Susan Bellomy, program director, and Paul Withrow,
executive director at recent Craig Morgan concert.
Congratulations Craig!
Deliver the Dream Seeks Volunteers
Deliver the Dream is seeking caring and energetic volunteers
to assist with its fundraising events and program activities.
Become a Deliver the Dream volunteer and gain the opportunity to help
families going through difficult times. Our volunteers have been impacted in
profound ways that forevermore enhance their perspective on life.
Make a difference. Volunteer.
To become a DTD volunteer or for more information about
our volunteer program, please call 1-888-OUR DREAM (687-3732).
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Dream Believers Society - 2007 Campaign Kick-Off
Bringing families together is what you do by supporting Deliver the Dream
through membership in its Dream Believers Society … building strength,
hope and renewal.
STRENGTH
★
HOPE
★
RENEWAL
With your help, we are delivering dreams for families in Florida, Georgia and
North Carolina. Each four day/three night retreat brings 15 families together
at an average cost of $3,500 per family. Through the gifts of caring and
generous people like you, and community-minded corporations and
foundations, each family attends a retreat free of charge.
It starts with you...
Your contribution makes
the dreams come alive!
The 2007 Dream Believers Campaign includes five levels
of giving with different recognition benefits for each level:
Ultimate Dreamer – donations of $40,000 and above
Help bring Strength – Hope – Renewal to
families overwhelmed with stress and sadness
through membership in the Dream Believer
Society. Your support is crucially important
to the success of this campaign.
Big Dreamer – donations of $10,000 to $39,999
Sweet Dreamer – donations of $5,000 to $9,999
Pleasant Dreamer – donations of $2,500 to $4,999
The 2007 campaign materials are scheduled to be mailed to
you in June. In the meantime, for more information on
becoming a member of the Dream Believers Society, please
contact Deliver the Dream at 1-888-OUR DREAM (687-3732).
Day Dreamer – donations of $1,000 to $2,499
Save the Date!
Two key fundraising events scheduled this fall
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Friday and Saturday, October 12-13, 2007
Also In October, Deliver the Dream will host its fourth
annual Denim and Diamonds Gala. This year’s event will
be held at the beautiful ocean side Harbor Beach Marriott
Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Dressed in their
best denim paired with formal wear, guests will enjoy a
dazzling cocktail reception, silent and live auctions,
comedy, great music, dining and dancing. All proceeds
benefit our family retreat program.
In October, Pino Tile & Carpet will host its annual Pino
Tile Children’s Charities Golf Tournament, benefiting
Deliver the Dream.
The tournament, to be held at Palm-Aire Country Club in
Pompano Beach, includes a traditional “tee-off” Cocktail
Party and Auction at Pino Tiles & Carpet on Friday with the
golf tournament taking place the next day.
To learn more about these events, to receive a sponsorship kit, or to purchase tickets,
please call Terri Wallace Flannery at (954) 564-3512 or at 1-888-OUR DREAM (687-3732).
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Deliver the Dream Staff Highlights
Paul Withrow, Sara Gordon and Rae Bruck join Deliver the Dream
ADMINISTRATIVE
PAUL WITHROW – Newly appointed as Executive Director
Please join us in welcoming newly appointed Deliver the Dream executive director,
Paul Withrow. To learn more about Paul, please see special column on Page 2.
RAE BRUCK – Executive Administrator
A native Floridian from Hollywood, Florida, Rae Bruck recently joined Deliver the Dream as
the Executive Administrator. With over 25 years in Administration, she will be an important
asset to Deliver the Dream. Rae is a huge advocate for wildlife and also coaches little
league softball.
RETREAT PROGRAM
SUSAN BELLOMY – Program Director
Susan Bellomy was recently promoted to program director of DTD. In her new role, she oversees
all aspects of the retreat weekends and serves as the liaison to the DTD not-for-profit partners,
venues, medical advisory board and families. Susan, who first joined DTD in April 2006 as
program manager, is a native Floridian from Titusville, Florida. She graduated from Florida State
University with a bachelor’s of science in Family, Child and Health Sciences. Prior to DTD,
Susan served as a Hematology/Oncology child life specialist at Wolfson Children’s Hospital in
Jacksonville, Florida, and was a former entertainment coordinator for Give Kids the World in
Orlando, Florida. She earned a masters degree in education from the University of North Florida.
SARA GORDON – Newly appointed as Program Coordinator
Sara Gordon has joined the DTD team as program coordinator for its family retreat program.
Her primary responsibilities include the development and implementation of volunteer
programs, and recruiting, training and coordinating community volunteers for each retreat
weekend and special event. Sara first joined DTD as a volunteer and later served as the logistics
coordinator for retreats. She has always had a special place in her heart for DTD and is excited
to now be part of the full time staff. Before working for DTD Sara worked as the assistant
director for Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre. She received a bachelor’s degree from the
University of Miami and is currently pursuing her master’s at Nova Southeastern University.
FUND DEVELOPMENT
TERRI WALLACE FLANNERY - Director of Development
In her capacity as director of development, Terri is responsible for the strategic direction and
management of DTD’s fund development program. Terri came to DTD after nearly seven years
with Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. While at CFF, she started out as the executive director for the
south Florida region, before being promoted to a statewide position as director of corporate
development. Originally from California, Terri has a M.B.A. in Sports Administration from
St. Thomas University, Miami, Florida and received her bachelor’s degree from Barry University
in Miami, Florida.
JESSICA MILNES - Fund Development Specialist
In her role as DTD’s fund development specialist, Jessica is responsible for organizing and
implementing annual giving projects, while assisting with DTD’s marketing and fundraising
activities. Jessica joins us from Nova Southeastern University where she worked in the Office of
Development/Alumni Relations. Originally from Colorado, Jessica relocated to south Florida after
graduating with a bachelor’s of science degree in marketing from Colorado State University.
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Thank yous from Deliver The Dream Families
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Contributing writers to this issue:
Rick Catlett
Jessica Milnes
Matt Maynor
Paul Withrow
Terri Flannery