Expand<\/a><\/p>\nThis year, a record $100,000 was distributed. The schools were also presented a banner to display on their campuses.<\/p>\n
The schools will use the money for various things, such as uniforms, equipment, facility upgrades, awards and championship banners for their gymnasiums. LBCC, for example, uses its donations for student-athlete academic services, and CSULB uses its money for student-athlete scholarships.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Long Beach Century Club was established in 1957 to support the young athletes of Long Beach,\u201d said Century Club President Mike Fillipow. \u201cThere are currently 375 members who work very hard to raise money that can be given to schools and youth sports organizations who are truly making a difference in the lives of the youth of Long Beach that we are all so fortunate to serve.\u201d<\/p>\n
Board member Rob Wigod summed up the program during his remarks.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat makes the evening so special for those in attendance is the opportunity for all of the coaches and administrators from the schools involved to gather together to share their appreciation and support for each other,\u201d he said. \u201cIt is like a big reunion of people who all share the same passion and commitment to helping young people.\u201d<\/p>\n
Century Club member Dave Ursini, from Naples Rib Company, catered the dinner following the social hour. \u00a0<\/p>\n
Seen at the scene: Century Club President Mike Fillipow; board member Rob Wigod; Jeff Williams, representing Mayor Rex Richardson\u2019s Office; Doug Otto; Edward Samuels; Bill Salas; Lauren Goins; Randy Totorp; and Mike Guardabascio.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Spirit of St. Mary Awards<\/p>\n
Dignity Health\/CommonSpirit Health \u2014 St. Mary Medical Center held its fourth annual Spirit of St. Mary Awards during a luncheon at the Museum of Latin American Art on April 7. The event honored individuals and organizations whose service and commitment reflect their tagline \u201chumankindness\u201d \u2014 the ideal of making life better for other people every day. \u00a0<\/p>\n
St. Mary Hospital President Carolyn Caldwell and Chief Philanthropy Officer Micheal Neils presented the awards to Lisa and Doug Haubert, and Precious Lamb Preschool board Chair Matt Cullen and Executive Director Cheri Bazley. \u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Spirit of St. Mary Award recognizes those who don\u2019t just talk about compassion; they embody it,\u201d Caldwell said. \u201cThey step forward, often quietly, to lift others and the community.\u202fSt Mary Medical Center was honored\u202fto recognize both Precious Lamb and Doug and Lisa Hubert for the impact they have on building a healthier\u202ffuture for our community.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s honorees were recognized for their dedication to supporting the most vulnerable residents of Long Beach while strengthening our community. Attendees enjoyed a tour of the museum, luncheon and program, including the debut of St. Mary\u2019s award-winning humankindness video.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Arline Walter offered a closing reflection on the importance of humankindness. Proceeds raised during the event will go to the St. Mary CARE Center. The title sponsors were Arline and Dr. Mike Walter; there were also other sponsors, including the Port of Long Beach.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seen at the scene:\u202fPast Honorees \u2013 Arline and Mike Walter, Gloria Cordero, Minnie Douglas, Police Chief Wally Hebeish, Fire Chief Dennis Buchanan.\u202fAlso in attendance:\u202fSuzie Price, Dawn McIntosh, Felton Williams, Bonnie Lowenthal, Mario Cordero, Sharon Weissman, Carolyn Caldwell.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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