AKRON, Ohio — Nov. 12, 2024 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties, along with honorees, Corrine & Chuck Tennent, raised over $140,000 at its 18th Taste of Vintage gala fundraiser — a record-breaking achievement. All net proceeds support Goodwill’s mission to help individuals prepare for, find and retain employment in our community.
The event held on Nov. 7, 2024, was attended by over 425 guests and paid tribute to the community leadership efforts of Corrine & Chuck Tennent in the greater Akron area. Guests enjoyed silent and live auctions, as well as a showcase of fashions from the 1950s to 2000s from Goodwill’s Vintage Collection, plus an ensemble inspired by the 18th and 19th century Moors.
“We truly are appreciative of the generosity of our guests, many in honor of Corrine & Chuck and their inspirational work in our community,” said Nancy Ellis McClenaghan, president & CEO, Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties. “The support we received ensures Goodwill can continue its work in its five-county territory to help individuals prepare for, find and retain employment.”
To view a brief mission success story as well as photos from the event, visit www.tasteofvintage.com.
Thank you to the following models, sponsors and patrons for their support!
Vintage Fashion Models
Courtney Briggs, Jessica Burkhart, Leila Burkhart, Kathleen Burt, Dalton Jones, Amanda Kohari, Bethany Lawrence, Anne Lazzerini, Brandon Loader, Katie Mayer, JJ Mesko-Kimmich, Jenny Piechowiak, Mike Pond, Kaitlyn Pongracz, Jacqueline Quintero, Alice Rhodes, Kathy Romito Rainone, Ann Shane, Miriam Smith, Rachel Stermer, Kevin Thompson, Sylvia Trundle, Addison Wierzchowski and Brandon Wierzchowski.
Event Sponsors
Diamond: Morgan Parke, FirstEnergy Service Company, Watkins Family; Platinum: Fifth Third Bank, Presper Financial Architects, Synthomer Foundation; Gold: PNC Financial Services Group, W3 Financial Group; Silver: Acrisure, Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Clarity HR, Karen & Doug Lefton, Eric & Nan McClenaghan, Buffy Phillips & Go Red for Women, S.A. Comunale; Bronze: Bober Markey Fedorovich, Brennan Manna & Diamond, Campbell Construction, Crain, Langner & Co., Marc Servodio CFP®, AIF® – Vita Advisors, LLC, J.C. Whitlam Manufacturing Company; Table: Advancing Independence Network, Blue Technologies Smart Solutions, Clark Family, Eide Bailly, GPD Group, Helluva Container, Inc., Hernandez Building Corporation, MAGNET, People First Day Program and Transportation, Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro’s Department of Job and Family Services; Diamond Patron: David & Kathleen Bucci, Dr. Pleas R. Chambers III, Chuck & Debbie Ducey, Bill & Mary Glaeser, William & Susan Hanlon, Danielle Kimmell, Charles & Leslie Zonfa; Gold Patron: Abdullah Alkhulaiwi, Laura Judge, Meaden & Moore, Mary Anne & C. Allen Nichols; Patron: Chip Clupper & Zebulon Keller, Freedom Forklift Sales, Julie Katz & The Extra Daughter LLC, Alyssa & David McClain, Tim & Vicki Shepherd, Barbara Snyder; Media: akronlife and WAKR/WONE/WQMX/WNWV.
About Goodwill Industries Serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland & Richland Counties
The Goodwill Industries of Akron, Ohio, Inc., is a not-for-profit corporation that helps individuals prepare for, find and retain employment. Operating in the five-county region of Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland & Richland, the agency was established in 1927. It is a private, independent organization, operating as an affiliate member of Goodwill Industries International. Goodwill helps to directly strengthen the region’s workforce through its employment programs and indirectly through the net proceeds from its retail outlets and industrial services division. For more information about GIA, visit www.goodwillakron.org or call 800-989-8428.
Contact: Leah Davis
(330) 786-2519
ldavis@goodwillakron.org