$2,000 received from NYS Corrections & Youth Services Association (Region 1)

Thank you to the NYS Corrections and Youth Services Association (Region 1) for supporting the Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation in our mission to Lend a Hand for Hope. At their symposium held at Genesee Community College on March 15, 2019, Julie Wolcott, First Deputy Superintendent at Attica Correctional Facility, presented the Foundation’s Treasurer, Joni Yaskulski, with a check for $2,000.

”The mission of the New York State Corrections and Youth Services (CAYSA) is to build bridges among agencies, associations and individuals working with offenders, victims, clients and their families. We promote professional development, we encourage innovative practices and we provide professional training to ensure our members and affiliates opportunities to provide a meaningful contribution to a better New York.”

Hops for Hope

The Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation and Gilda’s Club of Rochester, along with assistance from Eli Fish Brewing Company of Batavia, teamed up for a joint fundraising event. “Hops for Hope” raised funds to assist those with cancer and their families with expenses. The day included musical entertainment, a cornhole competition, food and specialty beers. It was a fun atmosphere to enjoy on a mid-February afternoon.

Town of Batavia Fire Dept. Donates $1,000 to MNMF

The Napoleones gratefully accepted a gift of $1,000 from the Town of Batavia Fire Department at their annual awards banquet.

“It really started with the idea from the president, Scott Garlock, and his wife Lynn, just trying to do something different at this year’s banquet from what we’ve done previously. Instead of buying a small gift for everyone that attended, we decided we would take the money we normally spend and come up with a local charity to give that money to,” Fire Chief Dan Coffey said.

Gathered for the check presentation to the Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation-From left: Batavia Town Fire Department Chief Dan Coffey, Laurie Napoleone, Mark Napoleone and Department President Scott Garlock.

Thank you, Pioneer Credit!

A HUGE Thank you to Pioneer Credit for raising funds to Lend A Hand for Hope. The team held various events in the months of September & October. The money raised will support the mission of the Foundation.

Refuse 2 Lose Martial Arts Breaks Away and Raises $3,000

One June 10th, students at Refuse to Lose Martial Arts School in Batavia, NY had full permission to break something. In this case, it was boards during a "Summer Kick Off Party" where all proceeds benefited the Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation. Students at the school range in age from 3-60 years old and together they broke 350 boards and raised $3,000 for the foundation. 

OHMS Band raises $2,500 for the MNMF during performance in August

The OHMS Band celebrated their 25th anniversary of music on August 13, 2016 at the Polish Falcons in Batavia, NY. Playing under a tent on a beautiful summer night,  the band raised $2,500 for the Foundation. It was truly "music to our ears". Many thanks to the band - their celebration helps the Foundation Lend A Hand for Hope to others. Besides the OHMS band, we would also like to thank all those who attended and supported the fundraiser. 

O'Lacy's Irish Pub, Batavia, raises $1,200 for Foundation

On Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016,  O’Lacy’s Irish Pub, Batavia, held a fundraiser at their establishment on School St. and raised $1,200 for the Foundation. A representative from Guinness’s engraved names onto every Guinness glass. We would like to thank owner, Kent Ewell, seen here with board member Mark Napoleone, the entire staff of O’Lacy’s, and those who came out to support the fundraiser and the foundation.

Foundation Receives donation from Kelly for Kids Foundation

The Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation received a donation from the Kelly for Kids Foundation on Tuesday, January 13, 2015. Acceptingthe $5,000 donation from former Buffalo Bill great Jim Kelly, is board member Seana Logdson. The Michael Napoleone Memorial Foundation was recognized during a luncheon at Ilio DiPaolo's Restaurant in Blasdell, NY.  The money will be used to off-set costs for the upcoming Michael Napoleone Memorial Baseball Tournament on May 22, 23 & 24. A special thank you to Jim Kelly, Kelly for Kids and Danielle Rotundo of Terry Hills Restaurant in Batavia, NY.

NOFA Cheerleading Competition Raises over $600 for MNMF

The Niagara-Orleans Football Association held their cheerleading competition on Saturday, November 8. 2014 at Attica High School. Laurie Napoleone spoke to the huge crowd about the Foundation prior to the check presentation by coordinator Lori Warwick. The Foundation was presented with a donation of $660. A big thank you to NOFA, the participants and Lori Warwick. All the monies donated will go directly to fulfilling the Foundation's missions. Thanks to all who attended.

Suttell Golf Tournament Raises over $1,100 For Foundation

Rick Suttell presents Foundation Board Member, Mark Napoleone, with a check for over $1,100 from monies raised during the Annual "Sootie" Golf tournament held at Batavia Country Club in Batavia, NY this past summer. Many thanks to all the golfers and sponsors who participated in making it another successful tournament.  A special thanks to Rick Suttell and all those volunteers that worked so hard in making this golf tournament a huge success. Look for next years tournament on Saturday, July 25th at Chestnut Hill Country Club, Darien, NY. Mark your calendars now!