Harvest Festival and Auction

Event Details

With the fall foliage framing the windows at Stroudsmoor Ridgecrest, our Harvest Festival starts to come alive. Our guest enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres as they browse the nearly 200 silent auction items. As the silent auction comes to an end, we have the opportunity to honor a few community members that we couldn't Do the Most Good in Monroe County without. These individuals have supported not only the Salvation Army, but the entire community and we honored to be able to bestow these prestigious awards to them tonight.

Honorees:

Frank Lanterman- Ann & Joseph Farda Community Service Award

Drs. William and Linda Van Meter - The Others Award

The Ann & Joseph Farda Foundation - The Others Award

Harry F. Lee, Esq - Emeritus Advisory Board Status

Evening Timeline:

$100 per person - Business Casual

5:30 - 7:00 pm  Social Hour/Silent Auction   5:30 - 7:00

5:30 - 7:00 pm  Passed & Seated Hors D'Oeuvres Reception w/ Carving Station and Pasta Station

7:00 - 8:00 pm  Dessert & Coffee Served                          

7:00 - 7:25 pm  Welcome, Presentation of East Stroudsburg Corps 2021/22 Successes

7:25 - 8:30 pm  Award Presentations

8:30 pm  Check-Out Begins

Fine and fabulous silent auction items include jewelry, collectibles, fine dining, beauty and spa items, golf and ski packages , getaway vacations and lovely gourmet baskets. Be sure to check out our event Facebook page (https://fb.me/e/54vjjnjaD) for some item sneak peaks.

The Ann & Joseph Farda Community Service Award

Created to recognize a Monroe County resident, business or Foundation that provides outstanding service to others. This award was presented to Joseph Farda as its first recipient in 2015. The Farda Family will continue to help The Salvation Army select an annual honoree. This year the prestigious award goes to Frank Lanterman for his outstanding commitment to Doing the Most for our community. To know Frank Lanterman is to love him and value his boundless dedication to so many nonprofits and social service organizations in the Poconos, including The Salvation Army East Stroudsburg, serving on the Advisory Board for 20 years. Frank's love of country and community is profound, from his distinguished military service in WWII to his many local service commitments and board leadership positions in the Poconos and beyond for decades. When he is not traveling around the world, at age 100, he continues to prepare meals for his beloved furry friends at the AWSOM facility and give of his time, talent, and treasure to our neighbors in need across Monroe County, PA.

 Frank Lanterman

The William Booth Award

The award is named for the founder of The Salvation Army, William Booth, and is one of the highest honors conferred upon an individual by The Salvation Army. Nominees are chosen based on dedication to The Salvation Army's goals of service to humankind, service to the community and humanitarian effort. Drs. William and Linda Van Meter have partnered with The Salvation Army East Stroudsburg Corps in countless ways for well over a decade, sharing a deep-rooted sense of service and civic responsibility in helping others who may not be able to advocate for themselves. From service on the Advisor Board and volunteer committees, to creating Project Turkey and leading the Harvest Festival & Auction, their dedication to helping those in need is deeply cherished by all those who know them. The Van Meters not only lead by example by giving of the themselves, but also teach through their work and service commitments, that caring for others is a gift to the world.

Drs. William and Linda Van Meter

The Others Award

 The Salvation Army's highest national civic award which dates back to when The Salvation Army's founder used the word "others" to describe the non-profit's selfless mission. It recognizes the individuals and businesses who first think of others before themselves. The Farda Family has been a cornerstone of the Poconos Community for generations, providing support and caring through service and commitment to The Salvation Army and many other partner social service and support organizations. The legacy of "Papa Joe" and Ann's selfless giving of time, talent, and treasure continues today through the Ann & Joseph Farda Foundation and the volunteer partnership to The Salvation Army of the entire family- always keeping the health and welfare of neighbors in the Poconos their highest priority.

Ann & Joseph Farda Foundation

Emeritus Advisory Board Status

 The Recipient Advisory Board Emeritus Membership Status is reserved for an Advisory Board Member who served not less than nine years and has given identifiable valued service to The Salvation Army. Harry Lee has served as an anchor of the local Advisory Board of The Salvation Army East Stroudsburg for over 14 years, taking charge as the Chairman of the Christmas Fundraising Campaign and serving on the Executive Committee. Harry's leadership and fundraising efforts have brought millions of dollars to feed, house, and care for countless neighbors in need in the Poconos through the Red Kettle and Christmas Campaigns. His establishment of the fun filled Red Kettle Kick Off Breakfast and extensive efforts to expand countertop and virtual Red Kettles have brought tremendous awareness and partnerships in support of the social service and spiritual programs of The Salvation Army. Harry continues in his dedication and "cheer leading" efforts, inspiring staff and volunteers alike, to strive to always "Do the Most Good!"

Harry F. Lee, Esq