Easter Seals receives donation
Easter Seals Megan’s House has received a $1,000 donation from the Sertoma Clubs of Albany. The clubs took part in a “Friend of Megan’s House” campaign, which invites local businesses and clubs to give a $1,000 tax deductable donation to their community. The money will make respite care available for families in need. Back row, from left, are Paul Joiner, past president of Sertoma, David Prisant, board member for Easter Seals and Sertoma member, Dennis Mertins Jr., president-elect for the Albany Sertoma, Bryan Baarthlomen, president of the Albany downtown Sertoma, Nicki Wilson, director of family support for Easter Seals, and Carol Hollomon, Megan Hollomon’s mom. Front row from left are Greg Wright, president of the Artisian City Sertoma Club, TyChristian West, 7, Easter Seals Child Ambassador 2013, and Beth English, executive director for Easter Seals.
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