Skip to Content
Author: The BCW

Leave a Comment

Donation of $200,000 To Fight Against Covid-19

Mr. Francis (Weymon) and Mrs. Anna Marie Newsome presented Wartburg with a donation of $200,000 in support of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Weymon and Marie Newsome said of the gift, “We were not at all surprised that Wartburg had the courage to receive COVID-19 patients from area hospitals during this crisis and we are awed by the staff’s commitment to care and service in the face of this pandemic.”

Mr. Newsome is a former resident of The Wartburg Orphan Farm School in the mid-1950’s, has been a steady supporter of Wartburg, and was welcomed into the Wartburg’s Passavant society in 2015. The Passavant Society was established to honor Wartburg’s Founder Rev. Dr. William Alfred Passavant and recognizes individuals who have named Wartburg as a beneficiary in their estate plans.

Dr. Nicolas Cicchetti, Wartburg’s Foundation Chair, said, “On behalf of the Foundation Board of Directors and the Passavant Society we are grateful for the Newsome’s generosity as this region works through the deadliest pandemic in more than a century.”

Wartburg’s Home Board Chair, Robert Ranieri said, “We are tremendously grateful for the support from Wartburg donors, and the greater community. On behalf of the Home Board of Directors I am grateful to Mr. and Mrs. Newsome for their gift in support of Wartburg’s response to COVID-19.”

Dr. David J. Gentner, Wartburg President & CEO, said, “The Newsome’s gift is an inspiration to this team as we begin to heal in the aftermath of unprecedented physically and emotionally challenging circumstances. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who have passed from the COVID-19 virus which has disproportionately and virulently affected those in our community who are of advanced age and frailty.”

http://www.wartburg.org/ – Wartburg

Similar Member News Items

Miles, The Prince, a popular farmhouse restaurant and brewery in White Plains has announced its exclusive private dining and event services, setting the stage for unforgettable gatherings in Westchester. Nestled in Westchester’s vibrant dining scene, Miles, The Prince is celebrated for its commitment to pairing exceptional seasonal local ingredients with artisanal house-brewed craft beer. Partnering […]

Read Article

On World Polio Day, October 24, volunteers from Rotary District 7230 raised funds to eradicate polio by distributing delicious donuts with purple icing. Thanks to the Rotary District and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, funds raised by donut sales will be matched up to 7.5 times! Michele Thomas, Executive Vice President of Home Care at […]

Read Article

Fullerton Beck Attorneys Named to 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars White Plains, NY – (October 24, 2024) Fullerton Beck LLP, a women-owned litigation firm based in White Plains, New York, is thrilled to announce that 10 of its attorneys have been named to the 2024 New York Metro Super Lawyers and […]

Read Article

Become A Member

Join the county’s largest and most influential business organization today.

JOIN NOW!
The Business Council of Westchester is committed to helping businesses market, learn, advocate, and grow. Over 80 events and programs are offered every year, giving our members ample opportunity to connect and meet with businesses representatives in the Westchester community and beyond.
Back to top