The Abell Foundation Awards Feeding the People Grant of $5,000

We would like to thank The Abell Foundation for awarding Feeding the People a generous grant of $5,000 to provide low-income diabetics with meals, education, and support. This grant will allow us to serve all of our current clients through July 2012.

The Abell Foundation is a local foundation dedicated to the enhancement of the quality of life in Baltimore and Maryland.

The Foundation places the highest priority on creating solutions that are both innovative and will ensure accountability. This is the commitment of The Abell Foundation: to give hope by opening the doors of opportunity to the disenfranchised, knowing that no community can succeed and thrive if those who live on the margins are not included.

For more information visit: http://www.abell.org/

BD Diagnostic Systems Supports FTP

We would like to thank BD Diagnostic Systems for their recent generous grant of $500.

BD is a leading global medical technology company that develops, manufactures and sells medical devices, instrument systems and reagents. BD helps diabetes patients around the world live healthier lives through innovative products and educational services that bring improved efficacy, comfort and convenience to diabetes drug therapy.

For more information visit www.bd.com

Yin-Yang Ball Uplifts!

Last night's Yin-Yang Ball at Irvine Nature Center uplifted the hearts and spirits of nearly 100 people.

Mara Neimanis, artistic director for In-Flight Theater, kicked off the evening with an excerpt from her new solo show, Flights of Family, which will premiere at The Creative Alliance in February. The show is about family, diabetes and care giving.

Mara's strength, grace and impassioned monologue touched our hearts and made us laugh. Mara creates theater in the air using trapeze and invented aerial apparatus that include floating and suspended steel sculptures.

Interdisciplinary playwright, multimedia humorist, activist, and poet Robert Karimi (aka Mero Cocinero Karimi) took us on a sensory stroll down memory lane with mint leaves. Everyone was encouraged to rub and smell their mint leaves and then talk about the memories they induced.

Throughout the evening we had the opportunity to "Make Miracles" with the "Revolutionary Chef" by grinding corn and cooking our own tortillas. Find out more about Karimi's three week residency at The Contemporary Museum by visiting: http://contemporary.org/exhibitions.html

The Giggmohr Brothers got everyone moving with their eclectic blend of Blues, Rhythm and Blues, 60's Rock, and Country. After their energizing set, DJ Johnny Street kept everyone shaking their booties.

Between the silent auction featuring the work of local artists; seated massages by Cynthia Vice and Lanh Mos, and the delicious Mexican Food by Papa Joe's of Westminster; there was something for everyone to enjoy.

We would like to thank Novo Nordisk for being the lead sponsor for the Yin-Yang Ball.

Thank you to Irvine Nature Center for providing the ideal space for our event.

Thank you to the American Diabetes Association Maryland Chapter, The Creative Alliance, and The Contemporary Museum for promoting our event.


Thank you to our Yin-Yang Ball Honorary Committee:

• Sheri Depetro, LCSW-C, LAc
• Christine A. Mitchell, DO
• Richmond American Homes
• Jonathan and Heather Rider

Thank you to the following silent auction and in-kind donors:

• AirTran Airways
• American Visionary Art Museum
• Baltimore Ravens
• Richard Bannister
• The Contemporary Museum
• Costco
• Sheri DePetro — Awaken the Spirit Wellness
• Herb Egert—Affinity Dental Associates
• Theresa Fauth—Dancing Tree Studios
• Ferenc Gregor-Szobrász Studio
• Goodwin Antiques
• In-Flight Theater
• Missi Kibelbek Massage Therapy
• Larry Lewis—Forms in Metal
• Maryland Science Center
• Peak's Party Staffing Service
  
• Tim Prendergast—Photographer & Designer
• The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture
• Shoppers Food & Pharmacy
• Kim Turner—Silpada Designs Jewelry & Miche Bag
• Cynthia Vice—The Art of Healing
• Andrea Wenger—healing experiences for upside-down living
• Bonnie Wilner
• The Wine Bin
  

Thank you to our Yin-Yang Ball Volunteers

• Jared Baraloto
• Scott Bordenet
• Tom and Maia Brown
• Sheri Depetro
• Jonathan Gerstl
• Ami Gregor
• Hannah Gregor
• Patti Lagno
• Lanh Mos
  
• Christine Mitchell
• Ilysa Peak
  
• Tom and Shirley Riffle
  
• Lenny and Jennifer Schugam
• Martin and Paula Schugam
• Jon Stephanou
• Dominic Vaccari
  
• Wally Vait
• Cynthia Vice
• Paul Yutzy

Stay tuned for information about Feeding the People 2012 Ascension Ball.

American Diabetes Association and Yin-Yang Ball

The Maryland Chapter of the American Diabetes Association is offering two tickets to Feeding the People's Yin-Yang Ball as an incentive for walkers participating in their Walk to Stop Diabetes on October 1, 2011.

We encourage everyone to register today for this important event and begin fundraising at http://main.diabetes.org/stepoutbaltimore

Become a part of Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes and start making your contribution to Stop Diabetes. Once you register, you can use our online fundraising tools to create your Personal Web Page, email your friends, family and co-workers, accept online donations and raise more money to Stop Diabetes.

It's more fun to Step Out together!
Gather your friends, family and co-workers and form a Step Out team! It's a great way to do something good together and share in a fun and healthy community experience.

When you walk, you help Stop Diabetes.
Walking is one of the easiest, most relaxing forms of exercise for many people, but especially for those living with diabetes. Walking helps control blood glucose levels in people with diabetes and improves overall quality of life. It is also an activity that can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes in people at risk.

YOU can make a difference!

In more than 40 states from coast to coast, more than 130,000 walkers will be helping to find a cure for this deadly disease. Join us and your support will make a difference to the 25.8 million Americans who suffer from diabetes.

Date: Saturday, October 1st, 2011
Location: Bravo Health at Brewers Hill/Canton Waterfront
Distance: 5K (3 miles)
Registration Starts: 8:00 AM
Program Starts: 8:30 AM
Walk Starts: 9:00 AM
Questions? Contact Charlie Black at 410-265-0075 ext. 4670 or cblack@diabetes.org

Cynthia Vice & Lanh Mos offer Therapeutic Massage at Yin-Yang Ball

Somewhere between the hay rides, comic cooking, aerial theater, live music, dancing, silent auction, and delicious Mexican food at this year's Yin-Yang Ball, treat yourself to a revitalizing massage by Cynthia Vice or Lanh Mos. Cynthia and Lanh will be offering 10 minute chair massages for a $10 donation to Feeding the People.

Cynthia Vice, LMT is the owner of The Art of Healing studio in Parkton, Maryland. She is a Maryland State Licensed Massage Therapist and Energy worker (Reiki Master). Cynthia is nationally certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and is a professional member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.

She serves as a member of the comprehensive treatment team at The Johns Hopkins Integrative Medicine & Digestive Center, works with Sinai Hospital's Life Bridge Health and Fitness, and teaches kinesiology and massage in Towson.

As a massage therapist, Cynthia’s approach is gentle and compassionate as she works to create a sense of internal calm. Nurturing through touch creates an environment of trust in which physical and energetic blocks can be released to promote health and well-being.

Cynthia adjusts the depth of her work to the needs of the client and may incorporate gentle stretching, hot stones, breath and energy work, and visualization to broaden the effects of the session. Working with clients to address pain syndromes, she encourages clients to continue with self-care, awareness and discovery between sessions.

We would like to thank Cynthia and Lanh for donating their time and healing talent!

Visit The Art of Healing on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Art-of-Healing/157128237698691

For an appointment e-mail cvice11@gmail.com or call 443-801-1532.

Nina Charity Supports Yin-Yang Ball

We would like to thank aerial dancer Nina Charity for letting us use her aerial equipment for Mara Neimanis' performance at the Yin-Yang Ball.

Check out Nina's dance company, Baltimore Aerial Dance, on September 16th, 2011 from 5:00pm - 10:00pm when they will host an Aerial Dinner Theater fundraiser at the 2640 space at historic St. Paul’s Church. The Dinner Theater will showcase local Aerialists and Aerial Dance professionals as well as student work.

Ticket sales and silent auction donations will be split between the Crohns & Colitis Foundation of America and Baltimore Aerial Dance’s equipment replacement.

Adult tickets: $40 & Child/Student ID tickets: $30. Advanced

For Tickets visit: http://www.brownpapertickets.c om/event/182910 or call 1-800-838-3006.

Contact Baltimore Aerial Dance for more information at Baltimoreaerialdance@gmail.com.
For venue information visit the 2640 Space website at http://redemmas.org/2640/images/.

Visit the event Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=221732141183767

Mara Neimanis to Perform at Yin-Yang Ball

Mara Neimanis, artistic director for In-Flight Theater, will be performing an excerpt from her new solo show premiering in February at the Creative Alliance about family, diabetes, and care giving for Feeding the People's Yin-Yang Ball on September 24, 2011. We would like to thank Mara for donating her time and talent.

Mara Neimanis creates theatre in the air using trapeze and invented aerial apparatus that include floating and suspended steel sculptures. Drawing on traditions of Mask Performance, Clown, and Commedia dell’Arte, her work integrates circus arts with physical acting to create stories, text, and characters which explore the rich interplay of imagination between air and ground. Mara is a recipient of the 2011 B Grant Awards and teaches a variety of Aerial Classes for all ages in her studio at Load Of Fun, 120 North Ave at Howard. Information on up coming fall classes, video's and performances can be found on her website. http://www.in-flighttheater.com

Also, Don't Miss......

In-Flight Theater is the producer of the amazing Baltimore Alley Aerial Festival happening this year Sept 9-11. The Festival features an array amazing aerialist's in cutting edge, site specific out door performances in a magical graffiti alleyway behind Load Of Fun. Now in its 3rd year, the Baltimore Alley Aerial festival is the most poetic, courageous family festival to fly through Baltimore and not to be missed. For more information, to reserve tickets, and directions to Load Of Fun go to http://www.in-flighttheater.com Let Your imagination fly!!!!

Reginald F. Lewis Museum Supports FTP

The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture has donated four passes for the silent auction at Feeding the People's Yin-Yang Ball on September 24th.

The largest African American museum on the East Coast, The Lewis brings Maryland to the world through its extensive permanent collection, and the world to Maryland through its educational programs and special exhibitions.

We would like to thank The Reginald F. Lewis Museum for their support. For more information visit: http://www.africanamericanculture.org/

American Visionary Art Museum Supports FTP

The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) has donated four passes and a copy of VISIONS magazine for the silent auction at Feeding the People's Yin-Yang Ball on September 24th.

AVAM is America's official national museum and education center for intuitive, self-taught artistry. We would like to thank AVAM for their support.

For more information about the AVAM visit: http://www.avam.org/

Maryland Science Center Supports Yin-Yang Ball

The Maryland Science Center has donated four admission vouchers for the Yin-Yang Ball silent auction. The Maryland Science Center is located on Baltimore's Inner Harbor. It features three floors of exhibits, a five-story IMAX theater, the Davis Planetarium, and live science demonstrations, all designed to make science fascinating and fun.

We would like to thank the Maryland Science Center for their support. For more information visit:
http://www.mdsci.org/

Feeding the People Supports Food Day

Feeding the People has signed on to support Food Day, which will be October 24—in 2011 and in years to come. Food Day seeks to bring together Americans from all walks of life—parents, teachers, and students; health professionals, community organizers, and local officials; chefs, school lunch providers, and eaters of all stripes—to push for healthy, affordable food produced in a sustainable, humane way. We will work with people around the country to create thousands of events in homes, schools, churches, farmers markets, city halls, and state capitals.

Visit the Food Day table at Feeding the People's Yin-Yang Ball.

To learn more about Food Day visit: http://www.foodday.org

Baltimore Ravens Support Yin-Yang Ball

We would like to thank the Baltimore Ravens ACT Foundation for donating merchandise to be auctioned off at Feeding the People's Yin-Yang Ball on September 24, 2011.

The Baltimore Ravens All Community Team Foundation serves as a separate non-profit entity of the team's community outreach efforts. In addition to Ravens appearances and in-kind donations, the foundation provides support to Baltimore area non-profit organizations. Ravens players are also active in the community through individual foundations of their own.

For more information about the Ravens ACT Foundation visit:

http://www.baltimoreravens.com/News/Community/Ravens_ACT_Foundation.aspx

Feeding the People Awarded Grant from Novo Nordisk

Feeding the People has been awarded a $10,000 grant from Novo Nordisk Inc., a world leader in diabetes care. The grant will help support Feeding the People’s Yin-Yang Ball, a fundraising event to empower low-income diabetics with meals, education, and support.

“We are very grateful for Novo Nordisk’s support, which will allow us serve additional clients. By providing low-income diabetics with nutritious meals, education, and ongoing support we can help prevent diabetes-related complications and save lives,” said Jennifer Schugam, President, Feeding the People.

Feeding the People’s Yin-Yang Ball will be held on September 24, 2011 from 7:00pm – 11:00pm at Irvine Nature Center in Owings Mills, Maryland. Attendees will enjoy live music, dancing, Mexican food, hay rides, a silent auction, a piñata contest, and more. All proceeds will benefit Feeding the People.

For more information about the Yin-Yang Ball and to register visit:
http://feedingthepeople.givezooks.com/events/yin-yang-ball

For more information about Novo Nordisk visit: http://www.novonordisk.com/

Read the full press release at:
http://hosted-p0.vresp.com/548064/ac515eca7f/ARCHIVE

Feeding the People Featured on bmore

Feeding the People founder Jennifer Schugam was featured in a recent bmore article about the University of Maryland's Social Work Community Outreach Services (SWCOS) ...

Jennifer Schugam, who had her placement in 2001-02, is founding executive director of Feeding the People, a grassroots organization providing home-delivered meals, nutrition education, and ongoing support for low-income diabetics in Baltimore. She says that "as a social worker providing in-home mental health services for the chronically mentally ill, I have personally witnessed the devastating effects of diabetes on low-income people. I believe that Feeding the People will save lives."

Schugam also serves as an outreach worker for Main Street Mobile Treatment Associates in Northwest Baltimore and credits the SWCOS experience for her career path.

"My work has grown out of my placement. I got hands-on experience that enabled me to see what the community looks and feels like."

Read the bmore article at:
http://bmoremedia.com/features/universityofmaryland_swcos030111.aspx

SAVE THE DATE: Yin-Yang Ball on 9/24

SAVE THE DATE for Feeding the People's Yin-Yang Ball on September 24, 2011 from 7pm - 11pm at Irvine Nature Center in Owings Mills, Maryland. Thank you to Irvine for being an in-kind sponsor! More information coming soon.

Visit http://timpphoto.zenfolio.com/2010goddessgala/ to see photos of last year's Goddess Gala.

In-Kind Event Sponsor: