AKRON, Ohio — Nov. 11, 2025 — Goodwill Industries serving Summit, Portage, Medina, Ashland and Richland Counties, along with honoree, Sylvia Trundle, raised over $158,000 at its 19th 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. 6, 2025, was attended by over 440 guests and paid tribute to the community leadership efforts of Sylvia Trundle in the greater Akron area. Guests enjoyed silent and live auctions, as well as a showcase of fashions from the 1940s to 1990s from Goodwill’s Vintage Collection.
“We were honored to celebrate Sylvia Trundle and the many ways she continues to strengthen 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
Phyllis Anderson, Bella Baker, Jessica Burkhart, Leila Burkhart, Kathleen Burt, Amanda Forester, Samantha Forester, Paige Gamin, Adrianna Globokar, Dalton Jones, Margaret Jordan, Amanda Kohari, Colby Krahe, Gina Krieger, Lori Lamancusa, Anne Lazzerini, Karen Lefton, JJ Mesko-Kimmich, Mark Montgomery, Linda Nowak, Jacqueline Quintero, Kathy Romito Rainone, Laura Sable, Ann Shane, Severena Strothers, Kevin Thompson, Sylvia Trundle, Addison Wierzchowski, Brandon Wierzchowski and Lauren Zidones.
Event Sponsors
Diamond: Kathy & Andy Moock, Morgan Parke, Watkins Family; Platinum: Fifth Third Bank, Presper Financial Architects, Synthomer Foundation; Gold: Medical Mutual of Ohio Charitable Gift Fund, PNC Financial Services Group, W3 Financial Group; Silver: Acrisure, Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Clarity HR, Eric & Nan McClenaghan, Buffy Phillips & Go Red for Women, S.A. Comunale, Marc Servodio, CFP®, AIF® – Vita Advisors, LLC; Bronze: Bober Markey Fedorovich, Brennan Manna & Diamond, Campbell Construction, Clark Family, Crain, Langner & Co., Danielle J. Kimmell, Roetzel & Andress, Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro’s Department of Job and Family Services, J.C. Whitlam Manufacturing Company; Table: Kristin & David Beynon, GPD Group, Helluva Container, Inc., Hernandez Building Corporation, Meaden & Moore, People First Day Program and Transportation, The University of Akron, Sue Warren, Keller Williams Chervenic Realty; Diamond Patron: David & Kathleen Bucci, Dr. Pleas R. Chambers III, Bill & Mary Glaeser, William & Susan Hanlon, Charles & Leslie Zonfa; Platinum Patron: Chip Clupper & Zebulon Keller; Gold Patron: Laura Judge, Julie Katz and The Extra Daughter, Alyssa & David McClain; Patron: Greta Johnson, Elizabeth Kargbo, Ann Otto, Vicki & Tim 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
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