2024 Orange Rose Foundation Annual Bocce Tournament for The Ersilia Cup a Great Success!
The event benefits organizations supporting victims of domestic violence and providing education.
METHUEN, MA - On Saturday, June 1, 19 teams turned out at the Sons of Italy in Methuen, Mass., to participate in the Orange Rose Foundation Bocce Tournament for the Ersilia Cup. The tournament raised several thousand dollars to benefit programs assisting victims of domestic violence and providing education.
This year’s winners were Team Burley, led by the talented John Burley. Coming in second place was Team Mama Luke, led by John Bonanno. Special thanks to members of Team Burley and Team Mama Luke for donating back the winning prize to the Orange Rose Foundation.
The Orange Rose Foundation and Board of Directors would like to thank its sponsors: Rocco Longo and Sabatino Insurance, Mastrocola Insurance, 519 Broadway, LLC, Richardson Family, Totten Family, Aces Group, Boisvert Electrical LLC, Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Stacy DeMaria, Atty. Joseph Cataldo, Metropolitan Credit Union, The Advocate Newspapers, Councillor Anthony DiPierro, Power Edge Hockey Skills, The Sign Shop, Universal Screening Studio, Inc., Gianna D’Angelo-Dunn and Marlene Zizza, GPA.biz, The Nicholas Family, Boston Light Source and For Kids Only Afterschool. This special event would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors and the assistance of our volunteers.
The family and friends of Ersilia announce the formation of the Orange Rose Foundation; a 501(c)3 charity focusing on supporting organizations that assist victims of domestic violence. Orange Rose, Ersilia’s favorite flower, signifies Ersilia’s beauty, strength, passion, excitement, and love for her family and friends.
To operate for the purpose of working towards the ending of domestic violence, by encouraging awareness of domestic violence, advocating for laws intended to help victims of domestic violence, and supporting programs that are aiding those who have suffered or are suffering from domestic violence.
To remove the stigma associated with domestic violence and to one day see a time when all victims feel empowered to seek help and end living in fear.
The Orange Rose Foundation appreciates all donations, no donation is too small!
Our goal since the loss of Ersilia has been to continue her mission in giving back to the community and several organizations that support those in need. With the help and guidance of the Everett Kiwanis Club in developing the Ersilia memorial fund. Read More
Portal to Hope has used the funds to create a Stabilization Program in Ersilia's name. This program has provided emergency support to anyone who needs to leave their current situation and is in need of shelter, food, etc. The Orange Rose Foundation will continue to contribute to the Portal To Hope Stabilization Program to assist in ensuring support for victims of domestic violence. Read More
If you are a victim of domestic violence, you are not alone.
Please call the 24/7 Crisis Hotline: (800) 799-7233
© 2024 Orange Rose Foundation | All Rights Reserved | The Orange Rose Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit recognized by the IRS.
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