Handi-Crafters E-NEWS edition

Since 1961, Handi-Crafters in Thorndale, Pennsylvania has been eliminating employment barriers

for individuals with disabilities and special needs. Not only are we the largest disability focused employer in Southeastern, PA, we provide our customers with efficient outsourcing solutions in assembly, packaging, kitting and much more. We invite you to celebrate our mission,

enjoy our work and share our stories through this monthly E-News subscription.

Join Us for The 33rd Annual Hankin Invitational

Presented By HANKIN GROUP AND BENTLEY SYSTEMS

Sponsorships are filling up quickly - Register today. All proceeds benefit Handi-Crafters.

Registration details here.

Handi-Crafters * MONEY BALL DROP!

Purchase Golf Balls and Support Handi-Crafters

Please help us make this contest a great success for Handi-Crafters!

Last year, we sold over 500 Golf Balls and raised over $7000!

$20 per ball, or 6 for $100.

All purchased golf balls will be numbered, entered into the contest and dropped from 80 ft. by Boom Lift {Compliments of Knox Equipment Rental} onto the fairway target during the 33rd Annual Hankin Invitational

Whitford Country Club | Monday, October 7, 2019.

Drop takes place approximately 1 pm.* Need Not Be Present To Win

Your Lucky Golf Ball Could Win!

THREE CASH PRIZES AWARDED

$1000 PRIZE, for ball landing in the cup

$500 PRIZE, for ball landing closest to pin

$500 PRIZE, for ball landing furthest from pin

Purchase Golf Balls Online Now, Click Here

* Or, Purchase Golf Balls From Handi-Crafters Direct:

Mail Check: Handi-Crafters-Ball Drop

PO Box 72646 |Thorndale, PA 19372

Or visit Handi-Crafters at 215 Barley Sheaf Road

See Kathie Osborn or Call Kathie to purchase via phone at 610.384.6990 x201

Thank you, for helping us to make this

contest a super success! All proceeds from the Ball Drop and the 33rd Annual Hankin Invitational Benefit Handi-Crafters!

U.S. Representative Houlahan Tours Handi-Crafters

Photo Above: U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan on tour at our Work Center

We had a terrific visit and tour with United States Representative, Chrissy Houlahan on Friday, July 19th. Houlahan serves Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District. It was the first visit to Handi-Crafters by the Representative. We spent the tour briefing the Congresswoman about our history, the work we do and the great people we serve through employment.

Chrissy also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with some of our staff members and talked with our clients. We appreciate Representative Houlahan for taking the time to tour Handi-Crafters and to learn more about the importance of our programs and services.

We Know PENNSYLVANIA'S MISS AMAZING!

Photo Above: Elizabeth Myambo, Senior Miss PA Amazing Queen 2019

Elizabeth Myambo is a very busy woman and holds down a packed schedule. Elizabeth works at Handi-Crafters, she also works at Giant Foods. In her free time, Elizabeth competes in the Special Olympics, and is an active member of her Church. Elizabeth also added pageant competition to her already busy schedule and has been participating in Miss Amazing Pageants. In March 2019, Elizabeth's dedication paid off and she was chosen Pennsylvania Miss Amazing Pageant Senior Queen.

As a Senior Queen she has had a full schedule of appearances and engagement activities such as volunteering at various community organizations. Elizabeth also needed to prepare for the national competition to be held next month in Chicago.

The Miss Amazing Organization was created to offer girls and women with special abilities the chance to develop and showcase self-esteem, poise, public speaking skills, beauty and talent in a supportive environment. Elizabeth's mother, Carol says she is grateful for this experience for Elizabeth and

that the Miss Amazing organization has really helped increase

Elizabeth's confidence and poise.

Elizabeth says that she enjoys dressing up for the evening gown competition which makes her feel very special. During the Pennsylvania State competition, Elizabeth performed a praise dance to the song "Rise Up" which showcased her modern dance talent. Elizabeth has dedicated herself to many hours of practice. She plans to perform the piece again for the talent program on the national stage.

We wish Elizabeth amazing success at the national pageant.

We know she will shine bright!

Krista Hipp, Hilton's Associate of the Month

Photo above: Krista Hipp with David Hirsch, General Manager

Hilton Garden Inn-Exton|West Chester

An Extra Shout-Out to Miss Krista Hipp. You may recall we featured Krista in our January Newletter. We highlighted Krista because she works at Handi-Crafters and also works in the Laundry Services Department at the Hilton Garden Inn, Exton|West Chester. Krista loves her jobs and is a very hard worker.

Krista has done an outstanding job in her tenure at the Hilton Garden Inn, so much that, her coworkers and manager recently nominated her for The Associate of the Month Award. The recognition is given to an Associate for "going above and beyond" in his/her job at the Hotel. Krista's colleagues also recognized Krista for her contagious smile and positive attitude. General Manager, David Hirsch was very happy that Krista was nominated for the Associate of the Month and shared that "Sometimes we're up to our eyeballs in stress and minutiae, and Krista reminds me of why we are in this business of hospitality and that we need to smell the roses around us."

As the Associate of the Month, Krista received a special plaque and a paid day off. Upon receiving the award, Krista was totally surprised and eager to show her friends at Handi-Crafters. "I am proud of myself," Krista said. Congratulations, Krista Hipp!

Handi-Crafters E-News is distributed monthly and is produced by Handi-Crafters Development and Marketing Department. We can be reached via e-mail at development@handi-crafters.org or you can reach us by telephone at (610) 384-6990 x206

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