The fifth annual Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Community Partners Concert took place on Thursday,
June 26, 2008 at Heinz Hall. Isaac Hayes, famous for hits such as the Shaft movie
soundtrack, headlined the show. The opening set of the concert featured classical solos by young virtuosos who have won
the prestigious Sphinx Competition.
Conceived as a mutually beneficial collaboration with 50 area nonprofit
agencies, including IVC, the PSO Community Partners Concert is
an innovative approach to ticket sales and fundraising. The PSO
donates orchestra services and secures corporate sponsors to underwrite
production costs. Patrons earmark their ticket purchase to benefit
the participating nonprofit they choose, and 100% of the ticket
price goes to the organization they designate. IVC raised more than $800 through this fundraiser.
Thank you to everyone who supported the concert by donating tickets or attending!
IVC mourned the passing in 2006 of Pittsburgh Mayor Bob O'Connor and the loss of a community leader whose compassion and
civic pride made him an inspiration to many. Before he became ill, Mayor O'Connor generously agreed to serve as
the Honorary Chairman for IVC's first Magical Jazzical event, which was to be held October 6, 2006. The event was cancelled; however,
the following supporters who originally signed on as event sponsors dedicated their contributions instead to helping IVC's programs
and services continue.
IVC gratefully acknowledges these individuals and organizations for their steadfast support:
Thank you!
2005 IVC Reception Honored Duquesne Light CEO and Employee Volunteers
On November 3, 2005, Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers hosted its annual testimonial reception at the
Pittsburgh Hilton. The event honored Morgan K. O'Brien, CEO of Duquesne Light, and the Duquesne
Light employees for their commitment to local volunteerism and community service. IVC also celebrated
the more than 450 volunteers who comprise its congregational network. This testimonial reception is the
only fundraiser IVC holds, and its proceeds contribute significantly to the organization's continued ability
to assist the frail elderly.
IVC presented the Paul and Miriam Kossis Volunteer Award to Mt. Lebanon Christian Church. The Rev. Heather Simpson,
volunteer coordinator Ms. Helen Butler, and the members of this congregation merit special recognition for their
faithfulness in ministering to older adults through their partnership with IVC's Faith in Action program.
Mt. Lebanon Christian Church has given countless hours of volunteer service to vulnerable older adults and
also financially supports the mission of IVC.
Thank you to these sponsors who generously supported the 2005 reception:
PLATINUM SPONSOR
Duquesne Light
GOLD SPONSORS
Equitable Resources
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Mellon Financial Corporation
SILVER SPONSORS
Giant Eagle Foundation
The Hillman Company
National City Bank of Pennsylvania
Reed Smith
Tucker Arensberg, P.C.
University of Pittsburgh
BRONZE SPONSORS
Buchanan Ingersoll
Gateway Financial Group, Inc.
Dana M. Phillips
PNC Financial Services Group
West Penn Allegheny Health System
BENEFACTORS
Ditto Document Solutions
Federated Investors Foundation, Inc.
Oncology Hematology Association
TRC Industries
FRIENDS
Janet Barlett
Bookminders
Raymond E. Boyer
Helen G. Butler
Jeanne Caliguiri
Nathlyn J. Diamondstone
Maureen Durkin
Sigo Falk
Lynn and Lance Farber
Marian and Gene Gentile
Rev. Dr. Donald and Mrs. Kathy Green
Dr. and Mrs. Leon Haley
Lillian Isaacson
Blair and Lynne Jacobson
Larry and Melissa Jacobson
Jewish Family and Children's Service
James M. Kelly
Robert Kidd
Carmen and James Kossis
Elaine and Carl Krasik
Lutheran Service Society
Louise and Michael Malakoff
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Massaro
Metal Management
Jan Mitchell
Cheryl A. Myers
Stanley and Jessica Parker
Sylvia and Dr. George Plutchok
Point Park University
Matthew J. Ragan
George B. Skraba Reising
Andy Rind
James C. Roddey
Heidi and Dr. Richard Russman
Steven H. Schwartz
Daniel Shapira
Steven Shriber
Albert and Shirley Zionts