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Wiley Reynolds Society

In November 2005, Adopt-A-Family lost a dear friend, Mr. Wiley Reynolds. Mr. Reynolds was the agency’s first “adopter,” and a founding member of Adopt-A-Family’s Board of Directors. He was largely responsible for Adopt-A-Family’s growth and vision. Following his death, then Board Chairman John Castronuovo announced the formation of the Wiley Reynolds Society at the Annual Meeting to honor Mr. Reynolds’ legacy.

The society is comprised of friends of Adopt-A-Family who have historically contributed more than $100,000 and share Mr. Reynolds passion to positively impact the lives of others. Though he is deeply missed by family and friends, his name will always be associated with generosity, and his legacy will live on through the Wiley Reynolds Society Members.

Society Members

  • Ms. Nancy J. Kyle & Mr. John B. Fraser*
  • Mr. & Mrs. Timothy M. Donahue
  • Mr. & Mrs. William Oberlink
  • Mr. & Mrs. John Loomis
  • Mr. & Mrs. Edward J. Edelman
  • Mr. & Mrs. John F. Scarpa
  • Ms. Mary Jo Heller
  • Mr. Jay Marcus
  • Mrs. Sara Jo Kobacker*
  • Mr. & Mrs. Dale R. Clift
  • Mr. & Mrs. Patrick J. Flynn
  • Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Parr
  • Mr. & Mrs. George J. Michel Jr.
  • Ms. Mari Frankel
  • Mr. Thomas Frankel
  • Mr. & Mrs. John C. Castronuovo
  • Mr. & Mrs. James E. Larschan Jr.
  • Mr. & Mrs. Edward K. Dudnyk
  • Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Kitty* Silverstein
  • Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Hay, III

Foundation Members

  • Day 1 Families Fund
  • Gerstner Family Foundation
  • The Jim Moran Foundation
  • Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation
  • The Mary Alice Fortin Foundation
  • Cathleen McFarlane Foundation, Inc.
  • J.M. Rubin Foundation
  • The Celia Lipton Farris & Victor W. Farris Foundation
  • The Edward L. and Ruth S. Hennessy Foundation
  • Kresge Foundation
  • The W. Dale Brougher Foundation
  • The Batchelor  Foundation, Inc.
  • The Fortin Foundation of Florida
  • The Kirkwood Fund
  • Lawrence J. and Florence A. De George Charitable Trust
  • The Lattner Family
  • Lawrence A. Sanders Foundation, Inc.
  • The Harold and Kate Reed Family Foundation
  • The Salah Foundation
  • BallenIsles Charities Foundation, Inc.
  • John Ulbrich Charitable Trust
  • The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation
  • The Stone Foundation, Inc.
  • The Smith Brothers Family Foundation

2019 Award Recipients 

Wiley Reynolds Society Acknowledgement of Appreciation – Nancy J. Kyle and John B. Fraser

Nancy J. Kyle and John B. Fraser with their Wiley Reynolds Society Acknowledgement of Appreciation Award

It is an honor to recognize Nancy and Jack as recipients of the Wiley Reynolds Society Acknowledgement of Appreciation Award.  Like Mr. Reynolds, Nancy and Jack share a strong desire to extend a helping hand to families in need.  For nearly two decades, their investment in our mission has allowed us to make a measurable impact on the lives of thousands of families in Palm Beach County.  We are humbled by how much they care and their willingness to help strengthen our community.  Adopt-A-Family recognizes and appreciates Nancy and Jack’s passionate and dynamic support of the work we do.

 

 

The Crystal Castor Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service – Debby Parr

Debby Parr with The Crystal Castor Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service

Debby Parr has kept Adopt-A-Family close to her heart for twenty amazing years.  She has been an active and dedicated volunteer as well as a powerful ambassador for Adopt-A-Family’s mission.  Year-round, Debby works tirelessly to ensure the success of Tree Lighting, our biggest fundraiser, while also being at the forefront of every Adopt-A-Family special event.  Under her leadership as Tree Lighting Chair, Debby has been responsible for helping us raise significant funds to support our programs, allowing us to serve thousands of families in need.  She and her husband Ron are an integral part of AAF’s history, and we are grateful for their many years of unwavering support.

 

 

2018 Award Recipients 

Wiley Reynolds Society Acknowledgement of Appreciation – Chris Oberlink

CEO Matt Constantine with Chris Oberlink and her Wiley Reynolds Society Acknowledgement of Appreciation

If you have the good fortune to know Chris Oberlink, then you know of her passion for Adopt-A-Family and for the families we serve. Over the last thirty years, she and her husband Bill have truly made a difference in the lives of homeless families in Palm Beach County. Chris has dedicated her life  to our mission, and has been at the forefront of every Adopt-A-Family milestone. As a volunteer, she brings so much to the organization; skills, advice, experience, resources, friendship, vision, leadership, and inspiration. However, above all these, she chooses to donate to us the world’s most precious commodity, her time! It is an honor and a privilege to recognize her powerful and indispensable support to our agency.

The Crystal Castor Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service – Heather B. Ferguson

Former Board Chair Bill Peterson and Heather Ferguson with The Crystal Castor Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service

Heather is Adopt-A-Family’s longest standing board  member. Her caring spirit and unyielding commitment are what makes her a blessing to our agency and to the families we serve. Year after year, Heather volunteers her time, talent, and resources in a humbling yet inspiring way. Adopt-A-Family is grateful to have Heather as one of our founding pillars. Heather, thank you for all that you do.

2017 Award Recipients 

Wiley Reynolds Society Acknowledgement of Appreciation – Jayne and Tim Donahue

Jayne and Tim Donahue

Adopt-A-Family proudly recognizes Jayne and Tim Donahue for their powerful and meaningful support of our mission. Their generosity and tireless efforts have allowed us to carry out our vision in ways we never thought possible. Their commitment and trust to our organization has allowed us to transform the lives of thousands of Palm Beach County families. We are overwhelmed by their profound devotion and concern toward the families we serve.

 

 

 

The Crystal Castor Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service – Alice Tarone

Alice Tarone

The word strong barely begins to describe Alice Tarone. For many years, Mrs. Tarone has been the driving force behind all AAF fundraising efforts. She is one of our angels who unselfishly gives us her time, talent, and resources. Mrs. Tarone is an example of fortitude and grace, and an inspiration to all who know her. Thank you, Alice, for loving and supporting our mission in such a remarkable way.