Archangel Raphael Foundation, Inc.

Dear Friends,             

           As we have discussed over the past couple of years, in our constant (and often challenging) efforts on behalf of our oldest boy, Nicky, and as a natural outgrowth of our past efforts, we formed a tax-deductible 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in 2009, named the Archangel Raphael Foundation, Inc.  We have also put together an impressive and dynamic Board of  Directors and Advisory Board, in order to promote and further this worthy cause.

Our mission is to provide resources for families of special needs children (such as those with Down syndrome), to receive a Catholic education, like the one we are working hard to provide for our little Nicky.  Our son is just like yours in most ways.  He just needs a little extra help and time to catch up.  This idea is a new one for Catholic schools down here, and we have found that they greatly need all the assistance we can give them.
 

The link below will lead you to Nicky’s fundraising page (along with an updated photo).  Besides welcoming any ideas, help and input that you may have, we would greatly appreciate your consideration of a generous donation to our efforts.  This can be done on-line with a credit card directly through the attached link, or by mailing a check payable to: 

                                                                                               “Archangel Raphael Foundation, Inc.” 

1528 Palermo Avenue 

Coral Gables, Florida 33134 

             We also encourage you to forward this information to other like-minded folks. Thanks again for your friendship, love and support!

May God bless you all, -Nick, Mari, Nicky, Carli & Eddie 

http://www.firstgiving.com/archangelraphael

Sincerely,

Nicolás J. Gutiérrez, Jr. 

Attorney at Law 

Gutiérrez, Zarraluqui & Franco LLP

Douglas Entrance, South Tower 

806 Douglas Road 

Suite 625 

Coral Gables, FL 33134 

T I 305.856.5200
F I 305.856.0005  

C I 305.343.3306 

E I ngutierrez@gzflaw.com
W I www.gzflaw.com 

Easter Seals South Florida

Walk With Me – Merrick Park – Coral Gables - October 1, 2011 –

Registration 7:30 am - Walk Begins at 9:00

 “Family Fun Stroll in Beautiful Coral Gables” 
8:30 CA Students to sing the Star Spangled Banner

9:00 AM Walk Kick off.

Music provided by American Airlines Band

Packets for Teams will be ready week of August 15^th.

Teams should design their own T-shirts.

$250 raised per person will receive a free Walk With Me – T-shirts

Register your Team on Line www.walkwithme.org/miami

If you have an organization or company that would like to learn more about Easter Seals South Florida and Walk With Me Miami – please have them contact:

Marilyn March – 305-547-4758 mmarch@sfl.easterseals.com

We would be happy to provide a tour or go to their office and share with their staff the “Small Miracles” that happen every day at

Easter Seals South Florida.

Walk With Me - Kick off Reception for Corporate Sponsors & Special Guest – August 31 – 6 PM to 8 PM  

Mass Mutual Terrace hosted by;

Linq Risk Management, LLC

2100 Ponce de Leon Blvd., 6th Floor

Coral Gables, FL 33134

RSVP – Amy Pepe 305-547-4720

Sponsorship Available and other opportunities – Fun Spots, Resource Fair and Walk Route Signage

Elderly Support Centers in Cuba

The Cuban Association of the Order of Malta funds fifty seven adult support centers, which provide over 700,000 meals per year to the indigent elderly in Cuba. These centers are managed by Catholic parish priests and their funding and management are completely independent of the government of Cuba. The Association also supports a retired priest’s home, as well as several hospitals and similar institutions. In total, sixty four facilities in the Island.

We are seeking funds to expand the program. Each center will cost about $5,000/year, and the number can be doubled in a very short time if funds are available.

The purchase of one Cuchara de Amor for $1,000 will help feed 20 persons for a full year! 

Many families have a tradition of making joint charitable family gift during the holiday season.  This project will be a great opportunity to give the gift of life and also remind us of how lucky we are to be able to lead a very comfortable life.

Please make your checks payable to:

Foundation Order of Malta

and mail to:

Foundation Order of Malta

Suite 120

2950 SW 27th Avenue

Miami, Florida 33133

www.ordendemaltacuba.com

Whatever you donate will be returned a thousand times!!! The donor will receive a wooden spoon with a small plaque and card (Read more) symbolizing this incredible gift.

Justice Teaching

Justice Teaching is designed to bring the constitutional doctrines of our government into vivid focus for the next generations. It calls on judges and lawyers to serve as resources for the teachers and students in each and every elementary, middle and high school in Florida.

For more information visit: http://www.justiceteaching.org

Orange Bowl

The Orange Bowl Festival credits much of its success each year to the hard work of hundreds of community volunteers. Now you can be a part of this Orange Bowl tradition. Interested in becoming an Orange Bowl Ambassador? Click here for details.

March of Dimes Signature Chef's Auction

One of South Florida’s most popular annual food and wine charity events, the March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction, will return for its 14th year featuring signature chefs from dozens of Miami’s most popular restaurants. The event, presented by Goya Foods, begins at 6:30 p.m. on October 6, 2011, at The Westin Colonnade Coral Gables. Celebrity Emcee Jackie Nespral of NBC 6 will host the evening and Dr. Deise Granado-Villar of Miami Children’s Hospital will be honored for her continuous support of the March of Dimes.

For more information or to register visit: http://www.marchofdimes.com/florida/6864_28996.asp

Gables Bike Day

Please come out this Sunday to Miracle Mile and Ponce where we will celebrate all things cycling. Bring your bikes, enjoy the day on foot or borrow one of the many bikes available. Enjoy the music of Bobby Ingram and Elastic Bond and activities for the whole family.

Look for updates at www.facebook.com/gablesbikeday or www.gablesbikeday.com