ARCS received a sweet Valentine in the form of a $10,000 check from Nordstrom on Monday, February 14, 2011. Nordstrom awarded the grant to ARCS with monies from the M.A.C. AIDS Fund. M.A.C. Cosmetics counters within Nordstrom locations donate 100% of the sales of VIVA GLAM lipsticks and “lipglass” to the M.A.C. AIDS Fund. Over the past three years, ARCS is grateful to have received over $22,000 from Nordstom and the M.A.C. AIDS Fund to support our food and nutrition programs, including our THRIVES nutrition program and our emergency food closets.
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MAC AIDS Fund and Nordstrom Awards $10K for ARCS' Nutrition Programs
Tuesday, February 15th, 2011Jerome Robbins Foundation Awards $3K to ARCS
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011In late January, the Jerome Robbins Foundation presented ARCS with a $3,000 check in general support of our programs and services. This marks the fourth year that the Foundation has made a financial grant. Previous grants have been used to purchase foods for our emergency food closets and nutrition programs.
World-renowned choreographer Jerome Robbins established the Foundation in 1958, in honor of his mother, with the intent to support dance, theater, and their associative arts. Later, following the outbreak of AIDS, he directed Foundation resources to the AIDS crisis which contributions continue today. We are very grateful to receive ongoing support from the Jerome Robbins Foundation.
Unexpressed: In and Out of Love, a Valentine's "Or Not So" Cabaret
Friday, January 14th, 2011
Updated:
ARCS would like to express our thanks to Todd Michael Thomas, musical director Jon Breitenbach and Jim and Patrick from Chill Wine Bar for pulling this event together! With over 50 guests in the audience, we raised more than $1,000 for the Hudson Valley AIDS Walk. Check out a few videos from the performance on our YouTube channel if you missed it!
Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Chill Wine Bar, ARCS and Todd Michael Thomas invite you to an evening of love…well, some love and some not-so-full-of-love songs, and some that have nothing to do with Valentine’s Day at all (but the word ‘love’ may pop up in the lyrics). With music direction by Jon Breitenbach.
ARCS will be there at 7 pm, but Chill opens at 5 pm
Show Begins at 8PM
$20 Suggested Donation at the door
All proceeds go to benefit the 2011 Hudson Valley AIDS Walk and ARCS.
Chill is located at 173 Main Street in downtown Beacon. Look for the blue lanterns in the window!
December's E-mail Newsletter
Thursday, December 9th, 2010Check out ARCS’ December E-mail Newsletter online here. We’re still collecting donations of non-perishable foods, toiletries and cash for our Year-End Food and Funds Drive. So far we’ve collected 1,200 pounds of food and $2,000 – but there’s a long way to go before reaching our $10,000 goal for 2010! Please consider making a donation by going to www.arcs.org/donate.php.
Thanksgiving Food Drives
Friday, November 19th, 2010We’re thrilled to announce that we have two Thanksgiving food drives coming up, both organized by wonderful community partners. What better way to say thanks for all you’ve got than by sharing a little bit with a family in need?
Ardsley/Westchester County:
The Silver Lining Club at Ardsley High School is holding a food drive at DeCicco’s Market at 21 Center Street in Ardsley on Sunday, November 21st from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Stock up on Thanksgiving meal supplies and purchase an extra non-perishable food item to drop off outside at the ARCS table. The Club is also accepting donations of cleaning supplies and personal hygiene items, as these items are often expensive for families of ARCS’ clients. Ideal items include laundry detergent, household cleansers, shampoo, moisturizer, shaving cream, soap and deodorant.
Poughkeepsie/Dutchess County:
Thanksgiving is almost here, and you know what that means; Everyone is home for the Holiday! Yes, that’s right – the Wednesday night before Turkey Day is one of the biggest nights of the year to go out!
That said, join your old friends – and make some new ones, too – during Big Gay Wednesday at Babycakes Cafe on Collegeview Avenue in Poughkeepsie. The party starts at 9pm on Thanksgiving Eve, and goes until 2am… so you’ll have plenty of time to catch up with your friends.
In the spirit of giving, BGHV and Babycakes have partnered with ARCS – AIDS-Related Community Services – to help stock their Poughkeepsie food closet We know we CAN do it; but we need your help! Bring a grocery bag of non-perishable food items with you to Babycakes this Wednesday Night, Nov. 24th, and you’ll receive a coupon good for a two-for-one cocktail (limit one per person) that evening!
In addition, everyone that brings a bag of non-perishable food to Babycakes this Wednesday will also be entered to win two tickets for Christmas with Tom and Trixie: Is That All There Is? on Thursday, December 16th at 8pm.
Not only will you get a chance to imbibe, dine on a dessert with your friends, or enjoy the beats served up by the boys of Prephab, but you’ll also have the chance to help ensure that those less fortunate will have something to eat this holiday season.
So put on a cute new outfit, raid your pantry and fill a bag, and come on out to Big Gay Wednesday at Babycakes this November 24th; we’ll see you there!
Babycakes Cafe is located at 1-3 Collegeview Avenue near Vassar College in Poughkeepsie.
Photos from our "Chill Out" Friendraiser
Monday, August 23rd, 2010Oh Thursday, August 19, 2010 ARCS held another installation in our series of small, casual “Friendraiser” cocktail parties at Chill Wine Bar in Beacon, NY. Over 70 guests gathered at this low-key wine and tapas spot for complimentary cheese platters and freshly-made hummus, and a wine tasting by Lauber Imports. Judith Tulloch entertained us with vocals and guitar for most of the evening, while v0lunteers sold tickets for our “chance auction” raffle. Prizes included a basket of cookies from Crumb Bakery in Beacon, massage services from Hands On Massage & Wellness, passes to Hudson Valley Renegades baseball games, a fall foliage cruise on the River Rose paddleboat, and fine wines donated by Bob Brink and Bill Cole. Mr. Cole made his donation in honor of his uncle Paul Bratton, who passed away from AIDS in 1990. We also gave away Barnes & Noble gift cards provided by Verizon and a CD of Judith Tulloch’s music. ARCS would like to thank Patrick McKenna and Jim Svetz, the owners of Chill, for hosting the event for the second year in a row; volunteers Barbara Bennet, Christopher Emerson, Trina Hiemcke, and Andi Straus; and of course all of our friends and supporters who attended.
Friends old and new gather at Chill Wine Bar in Beacon
Our friends from the Renegades and Lauber Imports
ARCS staff take over the front banquette.
ARCS volunteer Christine and her son Matt
Chill owner Patrick McKenna (right) prepares platters of food for ARCS' guests.
Musician Judith Tulloch on guitar. Judith performs again at Chill with her complete band on August 28, 2010.
A selection of raffle prizes.
ARCS volunteer Christopher Emerson assists ARCS' Director of Public Relations, J. Dewey, with handing out raffle prizes to winners.
ARCS supporter David Juhren accepts a raffle prize (donated by Bob Brink) on behalf of Christine Wynkoop.
Barbara's on the Run for ARCS: Raising Funds in the Steamtown Marathon
Thursday, August 5th, 2010Barbara Bennet, a long-time friend of ARCS and the current Coordinator of the Hudson Valley HIV CARE Network, is running in Scranton, PA’s Steamtown Marathon and has turned it into a fundraising opportunity for ARCS. Here’s the story, in her own words:
“Hello!
I’m running in the Steamtown Marathon, Scranton , PA to raise money for AIDS-Related Community Services (ARCS) – please make a donation by visiting our FirstGiving page: http://www.firstgiving.com/barbarabennet
As many of you may know, I work for ARCS, which is a non-profit HIV/AIDS services organization that has offices in seven counties in the Hudson Valley. Since the budget crisis began in 2008, ARCS has lost several education and prevention programs and $1.1 million of money due to recession-based cutbacks.
Every nonprofit is hurting, yes its true. However, HIV infection is 100% preventable, but growing among our neighbors.
One of largest growing populations of new HIV infections in our region (yes, HUDSON VALLEY) is among women of child bearing age. This means that women are being infected with HIV because they do not know enough to protect themselves or they don’t have the means to do so.
Cost-analysis studies show, that the cost to prevent an HIV infection is about $50.00 and the cost of treating an infection is about $600,000 over a lifetime.
Providing education and prevention alternatives to our neighbors is of the utmost importance during this time of economic hardship when many women are not able to support themselves.
This year, I am asking that you consider donating to ARCS to help prevent the spread of HIV among our neighbors.
You can donate online with a credit card. All donations are secure and sent directly to AIDS-Related Community Services (ARCS) by FirstGiving, who will email you a printable record of your donation.
Please forward this email to anyone who shares your passion and commitment to helping our community.
With love always,
Barbara”
Updated: ARCS in the News!
Thursday, July 29th, 2010Update: ARCS’ Executive Director, Jeff Kraus, was interviewed on WAMC regarding the fact that New York State is withholding payments to contracted not-for-profits. While this situation is not unique to ARCS, unfortunately, as you’ll hear in the interview, it has placed us in a precarious financial predicament.
AIDS-Related Community Services was featured in two news articles this week. Please use the links below to read each story!
Fundraisers Boost AIDS Prevention
from The Poughkeepsie Journal (which sponsored our 2009 Hudson Valley AIDS Walk)
from the New York Nonprofit Press
Summertime Family Fun: Go 'Gades, Fight AIDS!
Thursday, June 17th, 2010
If it’s summer, then you know ARCS is working with the Hudson Valley Renegades baseball team to bring awareness to the local fight against HIV/AIDS.
Join ARCS at a special HIV/AIDS Awareness Night at Dutchess Stadium on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 for “Go ‘Gades, Fight AIDS.” The Renegades take on the Tri-City Valley Cats and we know you’ll want to be there to cheer them on! At last year’s game over 60 ARCS supporters gathered for a great evening.
For just $20, you’ll get your general admission ticket, a free hot dog, a free soda, and a Renegades baseball cap. Plus, you’ll be making a donation to AIDS-Related Community Services’ programs and services for Mid-Hudson HIV-positive clients and their families. Cheering for the local team means that we’re able to help local people in need!
We will also be collecting non-perishable food items, toiletries and household cleaners for our Poughkeepsie food pantry. The more you bring, the more we’re able to hand out to hungry families.
To purchase your tickets, go to www.gadesgroups.com and enter the password “ARCS” for the special ticket package. All tickets will be held at the VIP table near the ticket window, outside the main entrance. Items for our food pantry can be left at this table.
ARCS’ supporters will be gathering in the first base general admission seating section so we can all cheer on the ‘Gades together!
If you have any questions, please call (914) 785-8283 or email jfernandes@arcs.org. See you at the Stadium!
Photos from Our "Swanky Soiree"
Tuesday, June 1st, 2010On Thursday, May 20, 2010, ARCS volunteers Andrew Mandolene and Todd Goddard threw us a “Swanky Soiree” Friendraiser cocktail party in their immaculately restored 1957 modern home in Armonk. Fifty guests–some of whom arrived in period costumes–enjoyed wines donated by Bob Brink from Arlington Wine & Liquor, and classic hors d’oeuvre from Nancy Silver Catering. We raffled off prizes from Greenwich Medical Spa, Harnik Jewelers, Bella Capelli Spa in Pleasant Valley, the Hudson Valley Renegades, Crate and Barrel, and Core Vodka. With delightful spring weather and a wonderfully warm atmosphere, several new ARCS supporters met established donors and staff and learned more about ARCS’ newest programs.
Photos by Jo Ann Kraus. To view more photos from this event, please visit our Facebook page.
The “Mod Men” home
ARCS’ Jana Fernandes sells raffle tickets to Bob Brink of Beacon.
Michael Turner of White Plains and Tammy Murphy of Hartsdale
Mrs. Richter and one of our hosts, Andrew Mandolene, with Gertrude, all from Armonk
The guests gather on the terrace to learn more about ARCS’ programs.
Jana Fernandes measures raffle tickets with Trina Hiemcke, ARCS’ Director of Education and Prevention
Robina Ramsay poses in the study.
The living room.
The dining area.
Another view of the living room.
Kevin O’Shea of Rye Brook, ARCS’ Executive Director, Jeff Kraus and Charles Ferro.