William Penn Life, 2006 (41. évfolyam, 2-12. szám)
2006-05-01 / 5. szám
For Starters Fraternal benefit societies provide ‘model’ for Join Hands Day projects WPA salutes FIC’s this month PITTSBURGH ~ The WPA joins America's fraternal benefit societies in honoring those who are, in many respects, the lifeblood of fraternal societies: Fraternal Insurance Counsellors. FIC's are dedicated to maintaining high standards of ethical conduct and work hard to increase their knowledge of fraternal life insurance, develop successful sales methods and render quality service to members and potential members. The WPA proudly salutes those within our Association who have earned this professional designation and thank them for their loyal service: George S. Charles Jr., national president; Debra S. Evans, annuity specialist; Noreen Fritz, sales representative; Andrew J. Girard, sales representative; Donna Griffin, life underwriter; Alan Szabó, sales representative; Michael F. Tomcsak, national director; Richard W. Toth, national vice president-secretary; and E.E. (Al) Vargo, vice chairman of the Board. FRATERNAL BENEFIT SOCIETIES in four cities have organized "Model City" projects-which connect youth and adult groups through volunteering-for Join Hands Day, May 6. A "Model City" designation is an honor awarded to a society that plans a larger-scale Join Hands Day project in the city where their society is headquartered. These Model City projects also involve partnerships with other fraternal benefit societies, as well as other volunteer organizations. Join Hands Day is sponsored by America's fraternal benefit societies. Model City projects are planned for Imperial, Pa.; San Antonio, Texas; Rock Island, 111.; and Milwaukee, Wise. The "Model Cities" program was initiated to ensure that a variety of outstanding projects are held in cities where fraternal benefit societies are headquartered. The program has PITTSBURGH - All WPA members who intend to apply for scholarship grants through the William Penn Fraternal Association Scholarship Foundation are reminded that the deadline for all first-time applications and renewal letters is May 31,2006. All such materials must be postcontinued every year since 2000, Join Hands Day's first year. On Join Hands Day, fratemalists and non-fratemalists alike will come together to make a difference in their communities through helpful projects that connect youths and adults. All generations work together to plan, organize and implement the day's activities. Join Hands Day is held annually on the first Saturday in May. "This is fratemalism's day, a day when fraternal benefit societies and volunteer organizations reach out to people they don't know, to connect generations and develop relationships that would never happen otherwise," said Frederick H. Grubbe, Join Hands Day President. "It provides all fratemalists and nonfratemalists alike with the opportunity to make a difference in their communities." marked by midnight that day. Materials postmarked after that will not be considered. For complete eligibility rules and application procedures, see Page 13 of this issue. For further information, call Gerry Davenport at the Home Office at 1-800-848-7366, ext. 128. Deadline for scholarship grants May 31 Experience a true taste of Hungary. Hungarian Heritage Experience Reservation Form August 6-12, 2006 • Penn Scenic View, Rockwood, PA- Learn the Hungarian Name: language. Address:- Enjoy homemade Phone: Hungarian food. WPA Certificate Number- Practice Hungarian traditions. Sign up today! Fee = $275 per person (includes lodging, meals and instructional materials) Make check payable to "William Penn Association" Mail this form and check to: Hungarian Heritage Experience, William Penn Association 709 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 2 William Penn Life, May 2006
