Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio will be bagging groceries from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Easton Safeway on October 30, 2009 to help raise awareness for breast cancer!
So come by, get your shopping done and support a good cause all at the same time!
Friday, October 23, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
HADDAWAY-RICCIO CONTINUES FIGHT FOR UPPERSHORE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio has been working with her legislative colleagues on the Eastern Shore to keep the Upper Shore Community Mental Health Center open. "Even though the facility is not in my district, they faithfully serve citizens from all over the Eastern Shore and provide invaluable services that we cannot do without," Haddaway-Riccio said. She also stated that many of her constituents have asked her to share the letter she wrote to the Governor and the Board of Public Works in August. As a result, she has posted it on her web site at www.votehaddaway.com.
For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio’s office at (410) 820-8043, send an email to jeannie.haddaway@house.state.md.us or visit her web site at www.votehaddaway.com.
For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio’s office at (410) 820-8043, send an email to jeannie.haddaway@house.state.md.us or visit her web site at www.votehaddaway.com.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
HADDAWAY-RICCIO FEATURED IN NEW ON-LINE MAGAZINE FOR CONSERVATIVE WOMEN
(Easton, MD) – Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio is being featured in a new on-line magazine dedicated to women and politics this month. American Maggie launched for the first time today and will serve as a place for conservative women to share ideas on local and national issues. The name “Maggie” is a play on the word magazine and also pays tribute to Margaret Thatcher, who many consider one of the most prominent female politicians of our time.
For their premiere issue, American Maggie asked females from around the country, including Haddaway-Riccio, to contribute articles on a variety of topics. “I have long admired Margaret Thatcher for the prominent role she played in global politics,” Haddaway-Riccio said. “I believe that her policies and views are still very relevant and very timely which is why I am so honored to have been asked to participate in the premiere of this web site.”
For more information and to read Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio’s article, visit www.americanmaggie.com.
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For their premiere issue, American Maggie asked females from around the country, including Haddaway-Riccio, to contribute articles on a variety of topics. “I have long admired Margaret Thatcher for the prominent role she played in global politics,” Haddaway-Riccio said. “I believe that her policies and views are still very relevant and very timely which is why I am so honored to have been asked to participate in the premiere of this web site.”
For more information and to read Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio’s article, visit www.americanmaggie.com.
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009
HADDAWAY DISTRIBUTES BACKPACKS TO LOCAL CHILDREN
HADDAWAY PARTNERS WITH THE OFFICE DEPOT FOUNDATION,
DISTRIBUTES HUNDREDS OF BACKPACKS TO LOCAL CHILDREN IN NEED
EASTON, MARYLAND – Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio (R-37B) and The Office Depot Foundation are pleased to announce that Talbot, Caroline, Dorchester and Wicomico County Foster Children have been chosen to receive backpacks containing essential school supplies as part of the Foundation’s Ninth Annual National Backpack Program in partnership with the National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL). There will be a presentation on August 12, 2009 at 10:00AM at Talbot County DSS, 301 Bay Street in Easton, where a formal presentation of the backpacks will occur.
“This is an extremely beneficial program,” said Haddaway “I am honored to have the opportunity to present these backpacks to students again this year. As we have seen the economy fluctuate over the last year, many parents have struggled to figure out how they will be able to purchase supplies for their children. As another school year begins, public-private partnerships like this are even more important. I commend the Office Depot Foundation on its efforts to make children’s lives easier when it comes to having basic school supplies, which many of us take for granted.” Delegate Haddaway-Riccio is NFWL’s Education Team Leader.
This year, Office Depot (NYSE: ODP) and the Office Depot Foundation are celebrating the donation of the 2 millionth backpack since this program began in 2001. NFWL has been partnering with the backpack program for four years and this year, the Office Depot Foundation will provide the National Foundation for Women Legislators with more than 18,000 backpacks for distribution by women elected officials in all 50 states.
The Office Depot Foundation will also donate backpacks to children in partnership with the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America, the National Court Appointed Special Advocates Association (CASA), the Kids In Need Foundation, City Year, Nourish America, Feed The Children and the Tony Stewart Foundation. These organizations focus on education, domestic abuse, national disaster relief and other vital issues and will assist in distributing backpacks to children across the country and internationally.
“Children in our community should never have to worry about the stigma of not having school supplies,” said Haddaway “This is a wonderful program and I look forward to working with the Office Depot Foundation in the future on behalf of the National Foundation for Women Legislators.”
The 2009 backpacks come in five different color schemes, blending orange, blue, red, purple, green and pink. Specially designed to meet the needs of students in grades K-5, the backpacks feature two front pockets and wide, padded straps for comfort and support. Each backpack includes a pencil pouch containing essential back-to-school items - a ruler, four crayons, a glue stick, a pen, a pencil, a pencil sharpener and an eraser.
About the National Foundation For Women Legislators, Inc. (NFWL)
Through annual educational and networking events, the National Foundation for Women Legislators supports women legislators from all levels of governance. As a non-profit, non-partisan organization, NFWL does not take ideological positions on public policy issues, but rather serves as a forum for women legislators to be empowered through information and experience.
About the Office Depot Foundation
The Office Depot Foundation is an independent foundation (tax exempt under IRC Sec. 501c-3 that serves as the independent charitable giving arm of Office Depot, Inc. In keeping with its mission, Listen Learn Care®, the Foundation supports a variety of programs that help children succeed in school and in life; enable civil society (non-profit) organizations to become more efficient and effective; help people and businesses prepare for disasters, then recover and rebuild afterwards; strengthen local communities through grants, product donations and volunteerism; and encourage community development through entrepreneurship and economic innovation. For more information, visit www.officedepotfoundation.org.
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DISTRIBUTES HUNDREDS OF BACKPACKS TO LOCAL CHILDREN IN NEED
EASTON, MARYLAND – Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio (R-37B) and The Office Depot Foundation are pleased to announce that Talbot, Caroline, Dorchester and Wicomico County Foster Children have been chosen to receive backpacks containing essential school supplies as part of the Foundation’s Ninth Annual National Backpack Program in partnership with the National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL). There will be a presentation on August 12, 2009 at 10:00AM at Talbot County DSS, 301 Bay Street in Easton, where a formal presentation of the backpacks will occur.
“This is an extremely beneficial program,” said Haddaway “I am honored to have the opportunity to present these backpacks to students again this year. As we have seen the economy fluctuate over the last year, many parents have struggled to figure out how they will be able to purchase supplies for their children. As another school year begins, public-private partnerships like this are even more important. I commend the Office Depot Foundation on its efforts to make children’s lives easier when it comes to having basic school supplies, which many of us take for granted.” Delegate Haddaway-Riccio is NFWL’s Education Team Leader.
This year, Office Depot (NYSE: ODP) and the Office Depot Foundation are celebrating the donation of the 2 millionth backpack since this program began in 2001. NFWL has been partnering with the backpack program for four years and this year, the Office Depot Foundation will provide the National Foundation for Women Legislators with more than 18,000 backpacks for distribution by women elected officials in all 50 states.
The Office Depot Foundation will also donate backpacks to children in partnership with the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America, the National Court Appointed Special Advocates Association (CASA), the Kids In Need Foundation, City Year, Nourish America, Feed The Children and the Tony Stewart Foundation. These organizations focus on education, domestic abuse, national disaster relief and other vital issues and will assist in distributing backpacks to children across the country and internationally.
“Children in our community should never have to worry about the stigma of not having school supplies,” said Haddaway “This is a wonderful program and I look forward to working with the Office Depot Foundation in the future on behalf of the National Foundation for Women Legislators.”
The 2009 backpacks come in five different color schemes, blending orange, blue, red, purple, green and pink. Specially designed to meet the needs of students in grades K-5, the backpacks feature two front pockets and wide, padded straps for comfort and support. Each backpack includes a pencil pouch containing essential back-to-school items - a ruler, four crayons, a glue stick, a pen, a pencil, a pencil sharpener and an eraser.
About the National Foundation For Women Legislators, Inc. (NFWL)
Through annual educational and networking events, the National Foundation for Women Legislators supports women legislators from all levels of governance. As a non-profit, non-partisan organization, NFWL does not take ideological positions on public policy issues, but rather serves as a forum for women legislators to be empowered through information and experience.
About the Office Depot Foundation
The Office Depot Foundation is an independent foundation (tax exempt under IRC Sec. 501c-3 that serves as the independent charitable giving arm of Office Depot, Inc. In keeping with its mission, Listen Learn Care®, the Foundation supports a variety of programs that help children succeed in school and in life; enable civil society (non-profit) organizations to become more efficient and effective; help people and businesses prepare for disasters, then recover and rebuild afterwards; strengthen local communities through grants, product donations and volunteerism; and encourage community development through entrepreneurship and economic innovation. For more information, visit www.officedepotfoundation.org.
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Monday, July 27, 2009
Haddaway Returns From Taiwan
(Easton, MD) - Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio has returned from a week-long visit to the Republican of China (Taiwan) that included a meeting with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. While abroad, she also met with officials and representatives from key government agencies and private industry on an economic development and government relations mission. Four other elected officials from the Maryland General Assembly were also on the trip, which was sponsored by the Taiwanese government.
It was Haddaway’s first visit to Taiwan and an experience she called “a once in a life time opportunity that was very educational and informative”. Many of her meetings were very timely, including one with Cheng-hua Lee, President and CEO of the Bureau of National Health Insurance. Taiwan has a universal health care system similar to the model being considered in the United States. Haddaway reports that while the citizens of Taiwan are generally satisfied with the system, their officials reported that cost, quality of care and innovation were issues their country is still working on. She also discussed access to care for rural citizens with them - an issue Taiwan is familiar with. Many of Taiwan’s aboriginal populations live in mountainous regions or “off-island” on one of the smaller islands nearby. Like Maryland, Taiwan has a hard time recruiting doctors and physicians to work in more remote areas.
Haddaway and the delegation also met with Mary Ann Wo, the Director of the State of Maryland Business Center under the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED). From the Taipei World Trade Center, they discussed trade between Maryland and Taiwan and opportunities for future exchanges. “We discussed everything from biotech to fruits and vegetables,” Haddaway said. “I also talked with her about the new orchid business locating in Denton, Maryland and the partnership that University of Maryland Eastern Shore has with the Jet Green Group, of Beijing, China growing orchids. She was familiar with both projects.”
When asked about her least favorite part of the trip, Haddaway was quick to answer – “the earthquake”. According to AP News sources, Taiwan experienced an earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale while the Maryland delegation was there. “It was about 2:00 am, so it took me a few minutes to figure out what was going on. We were on the 17th floor of the hotel and it was my first earthquake, so I was probably more nervous than I needed to be.” The next day, the group visited the Taipei 101, which is the world’s tallest building. No major damage or injuries were reported.
On a more relaxing note, Haddaway and the Maryland delegation received an invitation to attend the opening ceremonies of the World Games in Kaohsiung. The invitation came from Chen Chu, the Mayor of Kaohsiung, who is also serving as President of the World Games Organizing Committee this year. Haddaway said she was very impressed with the Stadium, which is completely eco-friendly. “There are nearly 9,000 solar panels on the roof and all of the raw materials used to build it are 100% reusable and all made in Taiwan,” she explained. “Aesthetically, it’s a very modern, dimensional design with great attention to detail.”
Of the show, Haddaway said it was spectacular and she felt honored to be one of the 40,000 spectators. Russell Watson and Hayley Westenra of New Zealand both performed as well as Shin and Tiger Huang who are very popular in Taiwan. According to Haddaway, traditional music and dance was also highlighted and was woven into performances on the field followed by fireworks.
On the last days of the trip, the delegation visited Yangmingshan National Park and the National Palace Museum. “Aside from being a political junky, art and nature are two of my top interests,” Haddaway said. “Politics and policy are important, but I think that attitudes and beliefs are equally shaped by personal experiences, historical events and cultural influences, so it is important to have an understanding of all of these things.”
It was Haddaway’s first visit to Taiwan and an experience she called “a once in a life time opportunity that was very educational and informative”. Many of her meetings were very timely, including one with Cheng-hua Lee, President and CEO of the Bureau of National Health Insurance. Taiwan has a universal health care system similar to the model being considered in the United States. Haddaway reports that while the citizens of Taiwan are generally satisfied with the system, their officials reported that cost, quality of care and innovation were issues their country is still working on. She also discussed access to care for rural citizens with them - an issue Taiwan is familiar with. Many of Taiwan’s aboriginal populations live in mountainous regions or “off-island” on one of the smaller islands nearby. Like Maryland, Taiwan has a hard time recruiting doctors and physicians to work in more remote areas.
Haddaway and the delegation also met with Mary Ann Wo, the Director of the State of Maryland Business Center under the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED). From the Taipei World Trade Center, they discussed trade between Maryland and Taiwan and opportunities for future exchanges. “We discussed everything from biotech to fruits and vegetables,” Haddaway said. “I also talked with her about the new orchid business locating in Denton, Maryland and the partnership that University of Maryland Eastern Shore has with the Jet Green Group, of Beijing, China growing orchids. She was familiar with both projects.”
When asked about her least favorite part of the trip, Haddaway was quick to answer – “the earthquake”. According to AP News sources, Taiwan experienced an earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale while the Maryland delegation was there. “It was about 2:00 am, so it took me a few minutes to figure out what was going on. We were on the 17th floor of the hotel and it was my first earthquake, so I was probably more nervous than I needed to be.” The next day, the group visited the Taipei 101, which is the world’s tallest building. No major damage or injuries were reported.
On a more relaxing note, Haddaway and the Maryland delegation received an invitation to attend the opening ceremonies of the World Games in Kaohsiung. The invitation came from Chen Chu, the Mayor of Kaohsiung, who is also serving as President of the World Games Organizing Committee this year. Haddaway said she was very impressed with the Stadium, which is completely eco-friendly. “There are nearly 9,000 solar panels on the roof and all of the raw materials used to build it are 100% reusable and all made in Taiwan,” she explained. “Aesthetically, it’s a very modern, dimensional design with great attention to detail.”
Of the show, Haddaway said it was spectacular and she felt honored to be one of the 40,000 spectators. Russell Watson and Hayley Westenra of New Zealand both performed as well as Shin and Tiger Huang who are very popular in Taiwan. According to Haddaway, traditional music and dance was also highlighted and was woven into performances on the field followed by fireworks.
On the last days of the trip, the delegation visited Yangmingshan National Park and the National Palace Museum. “Aside from being a political junky, art and nature are two of my top interests,” Haddaway said. “Politics and policy are important, but I think that attitudes and beliefs are equally shaped by personal experiences, historical events and cultural influences, so it is important to have an understanding of all of these things.”
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Haddaway Statement on Holocaust Museum Shooting
Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio released this statement today regarding the Holocaust Museum shooting:
“This was a terrible tragedy with a terrible motive and my heart goes out to the family and friends of Stephen Johns, the guard who was killed today. I am also shocked to learn that the gunman may have resided in Easton - a safe, close knit community where diversity is embraced. It is hard to comprehend that a person can become so consumed with hate that they would commit an act such as this. Thankfully, love is a more powerful force and it will be love and prayers that heal those who have been affected by this incident.”
“This was a terrible tragedy with a terrible motive and my heart goes out to the family and friends of Stephen Johns, the guard who was killed today. I am also shocked to learn that the gunman may have resided in Easton - a safe, close knit community where diversity is embraced. It is hard to comprehend that a person can become so consumed with hate that they would commit an act such as this. Thankfully, love is a more powerful force and it will be love and prayers that heal those who have been affected by this incident.”
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Gazette Article: Haddaway Rising Star
Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio was recently listed as an "up and comer" by the Gazette newspaper.
See what they had to say:
At just 31 years old, Haddaway-Riccio has long been considered one of the GOP's rising stars.
Some see her as an ideal candidate for the 1st Congressional District. She's the daughter of an Eastern Shore waterman, boasts a strong environmental record, owns a graphic design company and is a fiscal conservative who has strong crossover appeal.
Her composed presence within the GOP caucus and her strong debating skills on the House floor have earned kudos. She also has won plaudits for her advocacy of women's issues and her promotion of rural broadband.
"Jeannie's potential is unlimited in the caucus," [Chris] Shank said [House Minority Whip]. "Jeannie's star is uneclipsed. She can go as far as she wants to go."
For the full story, click on the following link:
http://www.gazette.net/stories/04242009/polinew201053_32522.shtml
See what they had to say:
At just 31 years old, Haddaway-Riccio has long been considered one of the GOP's rising stars.
Some see her as an ideal candidate for the 1st Congressional District. She's the daughter of an Eastern Shore waterman, boasts a strong environmental record, owns a graphic design company and is a fiscal conservative who has strong crossover appeal.
Her composed presence within the GOP caucus and her strong debating skills on the House floor have earned kudos. She also has won plaudits for her advocacy of women's issues and her promotion of rural broadband.
"Jeannie's potential is unlimited in the caucus," [Chris] Shank said [House Minority Whip]. "Jeannie's star is uneclipsed. She can go as far as she wants to go."
For the full story, click on the following link:
http://www.gazette.net/stories/04242009/polinew201053_32522.shtml
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Haddaway Elected to Women's Caucus Position
The Women Legislators of the Maryland General Assembly have announced their slate for 2009-1010 Officers and Executive Board Members. Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio was among the nominees for positions and was elected to serve as 2nd Vice President.
The Women Legislators of Maryland was founded in 1972 and was the first statewide organization of its kind in the country. It is informally referred to as the “Women’s Caucus” and serves as a forum for female senators and delegates in the Maryland General Assembly. Since that time, their mission has been to improve public policy that affects women’s lives and to increase the number of women elected and appointed to public office.
In 2003, Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio was appointed to the Maryland General Assembly, making Maryland third in the nation for the number of women in the legislature. Shortly thereafter, Maryland rose to number one in the nation. During her six years in office, Haddaway has served in numerous positions with the Women’s Caucus including Co-Chair of the Legislative Policy Committee, reviewing legislation and making policy recommendations on issues affecting women and children. She has also served as an At-Large Executive Board member and as Secretary.
“The Women’s Caucus has provided me with opportunities for professional development and networking that have proved invaluable,” Haddaway said. “We have also been instrumental in bringing issues and perspectives to the forefront that would have otherwise been ignored. It is really an honor to be a part of this prestigious group.”
For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio or visit www.womenlegislatorsmd.org.
The Women Legislators of Maryland was founded in 1972 and was the first statewide organization of its kind in the country. It is informally referred to as the “Women’s Caucus” and serves as a forum for female senators and delegates in the Maryland General Assembly. Since that time, their mission has been to improve public policy that affects women’s lives and to increase the number of women elected and appointed to public office.
In 2003, Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio was appointed to the Maryland General Assembly, making Maryland third in the nation for the number of women in the legislature. Shortly thereafter, Maryland rose to number one in the nation. During her six years in office, Haddaway has served in numerous positions with the Women’s Caucus including Co-Chair of the Legislative Policy Committee, reviewing legislation and making policy recommendations on issues affecting women and children. She has also served as an At-Large Executive Board member and as Secretary.
“The Women’s Caucus has provided me with opportunities for professional development and networking that have proved invaluable,” Haddaway said. “We have also been instrumental in bringing issues and perspectives to the forefront that would have otherwise been ignored. It is really an honor to be a part of this prestigious group.”
For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio or visit www.womenlegislatorsmd.org.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Haddaway And Others Remove Their Names From Legislation
Historic moment on House floor...
ANNAPOLIS- Friday night members of both parties voiced serious objections to House and Senate Democrats actions that turned a proof of legal presence bill into a two-tiered driver's license system in Maryland. One by one, over thirty of the bills cosponsors offered amendments to have their names removed from the bill, including Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio. The most telling moment came when the bill's lead sponsor stood up and also asked to have his name removed.
Although that will not have a direct effect on the bill going forward, it certainly sent a strong message to the House Judiciary Committee that their so-called "compromise" was not a compromise at all.
Additional efforts to amend the bill or to send it back to committee were rejected on the floor. However, opponents have vowed to continue efforts to get the bill defeated. If they are unsuccessful, the bill will be on third reader on Monday.
ANNAPOLIS- Friday night members of both parties voiced serious objections to House and Senate Democrats actions that turned a proof of legal presence bill into a two-tiered driver's license system in Maryland. One by one, over thirty of the bills cosponsors offered amendments to have their names removed from the bill, including Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio. The most telling moment came when the bill's lead sponsor stood up and also asked to have his name removed.
Although that will not have a direct effect on the bill going forward, it certainly sent a strong message to the House Judiciary Committee that their so-called "compromise" was not a compromise at all.
Additional efforts to amend the bill or to send it back to committee were rejected on the floor. However, opponents have vowed to continue efforts to get the bill defeated. If they are unsuccessful, the bill will be on third reader on Monday.
Haddaway and Sossi Donate Cell Phones to Soldiers
March 25, 2007
Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio (District 37B – Mid Shore) and Delegate Richard Sossi (District 36 – Upper Shore) donated cell phones to soldiers this week as part of the Cell Phones for Soldiers program. The Cell Phones for Soldiers organization is calling on all Americans to support the 150,000 troops who are serving overseas by donating your unused cell phones. Their goal is to collect over 50,000 cell phones this year to help keep troops connected with their families.
With that in mind, Delegate Susan Aumann (District 42 - Baltimore County) established a collection site in her Annapolis office and called on her legislative colleagues to donate phones. Delegate Richard Sossi and Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio were among the first to donate. “As a Vietnam veteran I well know the value of being able to call home,” said Delegate Sossi. Delegate Haddaway shared his sentiments saying, “I cannot imagine how hard it is for these brave men and women to be away from friends and family for such long periods of time. My heart goes out to them and I hope my contribution will lift someone’s spirits by allowing them to contact their loved ones.”
Cell Phones for Soldiers was founded by teenagers Robbie and Brittany Bergquist from Norwell, Massachusetts. After reading a story about a soldier who ran up a huge phone bill calling home from Iraq, these two teenagers decided to help out. They started by opening an account with $21.00 of their own money. Since then, the non-profit organization has raised almost $1 million in donations and distributed more than 500,000 prepaid calling cards to soldiers serving overseas.
“We are continuously overwhelmed by the enthusiastic support of thousands of Americans who have helped our troops speak with their loved ones,” says the teens’ father, Bob Bergquist. “However, the need for support keeps growing as more soldiers are sent to the Middle East or are asked to serve extended tours of duty.”
Through increased fundraising efforts, the Bergquist family hopes to raise more than $9 million in the next five years to fund new programs, such as providing video phones and prepaid service to allow soldiers abroad to see their families on a regular basis. Cell Phone Donations on the Eastern Shore can be delivered to Liberty Tax Service in Easton, Maryland. For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio at (410) 841-3429 or visit http://www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com/.
Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio (District 37B – Mid Shore) and Delegate Richard Sossi (District 36 – Upper Shore) donated cell phones to soldiers this week as part of the Cell Phones for Soldiers program. The Cell Phones for Soldiers organization is calling on all Americans to support the 150,000 troops who are serving overseas by donating your unused cell phones. Their goal is to collect over 50,000 cell phones this year to help keep troops connected with their families.
With that in mind, Delegate Susan Aumann (District 42 - Baltimore County) established a collection site in her Annapolis office and called on her legislative colleagues to donate phones. Delegate Richard Sossi and Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio were among the first to donate. “As a Vietnam veteran I well know the value of being able to call home,” said Delegate Sossi. Delegate Haddaway shared his sentiments saying, “I cannot imagine how hard it is for these brave men and women to be away from friends and family for such long periods of time. My heart goes out to them and I hope my contribution will lift someone’s spirits by allowing them to contact their loved ones.”
Cell Phones for Soldiers was founded by teenagers Robbie and Brittany Bergquist from Norwell, Massachusetts. After reading a story about a soldier who ran up a huge phone bill calling home from Iraq, these two teenagers decided to help out. They started by opening an account with $21.00 of their own money. Since then, the non-profit organization has raised almost $1 million in donations and distributed more than 500,000 prepaid calling cards to soldiers serving overseas.
“We are continuously overwhelmed by the enthusiastic support of thousands of Americans who have helped our troops speak with their loved ones,” says the teens’ father, Bob Bergquist. “However, the need for support keeps growing as more soldiers are sent to the Middle East or are asked to serve extended tours of duty.”
Through increased fundraising efforts, the Bergquist family hopes to raise more than $9 million in the next five years to fund new programs, such as providing video phones and prepaid service to allow soldiers abroad to see their families on a regular basis. Cell Phone Donations on the Eastern Shore can be delivered to Liberty Tax Service in Easton, Maryland. For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio at (410) 841-3429 or visit http://www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com/.
Haddaway & Eckardt Take Red Cross Pledge
March 10, 2009
This week, Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio and Delegate Addie Eckardt both signed pledges to be “Red Cross ready” and to help others in their community prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
By signing the pledge, the two delegates also agreed to provide information to their constituents on having an emergency preparedness kit, creating a family plan for emergencies, getting trained in First Aid and CPR and how to get involved with Red Cross activities.
“I am pleased to support the American Red Cross in their efforts to help Maryland citizens,” Haddaway said. “I am also very proud of our local group, American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula. They have served over 1 million people on the Eastern Shore and in Delaware for over 100 years. What an incredible legacy.”
For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio at (410) 841-3429 or visit www.redcross.org.
This week, Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio and Delegate Addie Eckardt both signed pledges to be “Red Cross ready” and to help others in their community prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
By signing the pledge, the two delegates also agreed to provide information to their constituents on having an emergency preparedness kit, creating a family plan for emergencies, getting trained in First Aid and CPR and how to get involved with Red Cross activities.
“I am pleased to support the American Red Cross in their efforts to help Maryland citizens,” Haddaway said. “I am also very proud of our local group, American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula. They have served over 1 million people on the Eastern Shore and in Delaware for over 100 years. What an incredible legacy.”
For more information, contact Delegate Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio at (410) 841-3429 or visit www.redcross.org.
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