The CARE for Children Board of Directors presented the organization’s 2025 Community CARE Awards to the Italian American Progressive Club (IAPC) and outgoing Board Vice President Anne Hardy during CARE’s annual meeting on Thursday, December 4, at the Bradford Club.
Board President Tyler R. Hannah highlighted the organization’s continued growth, increased philanthropic support, and programmatic achievements. “The theme for Fiscal Year 2024–2025 centered on a simple but powerful belief: every child deserves the tools to thrive,” said Hannah. “Over the past year and every year, this belief guides our programs, partnerships, and priorities as we work together to create opportunities that help children and families grow and flourish.”
Hannah was re-elected to a two-year term as board president. Fred Graham was elected vice president, Thomas E. Ball as treasurer, and Deborah Price as secretary, all serving two-year terms through December 31st, 2027. Hannah also welcomed new board member Amy Wojcik, whose experience and passion for community service will strengthen CARE’s mission.
In presenting the CARE Community Award to the IAPC, board member Mick Marshall said, “From its early days as a gathering place for Italian immigrant families to today’s vibrant social club and its leadership of the Italian Festival, the Italian American Progressive Club has always stood for community, tradition, and generosity. That spirit is felt profoundly at CARE for Children.”
Anne Hardy received the 2025 Community CARE Volunteer Award. Secretary-elect Debbie Price highlighted Hardy’s nearly 10 years of service, including four as vice president, her long-time volunteer contributions to the annual golf tournament, including creating a commemorative quilt for the 30th tournament, and the nearly 50 hours she devoted to preparing CARE’s 100th anniversary historical archive. A retired nurse, Hardy also contributed her expertise to board policies and staff training, leaving a lasting impact on CARE and the families it serves.
Additionally, Kimberly Engstrom, M.Ed., preschool director and Early Intervention special instructor was honored for 25 years of dedicated service. Executive Director Tina M. Martin noted, “Kimberly’s commitment, compassion, and innovation have shaped our programs, supported our mission, and touched the lives of countless children and families.”
Pictured left to right: Tyler Hannah, Board President; Anne Hardy, outgoing Vice President and 2025 Community CARE Volunteer Award recipient; Steve Schiappa and Joe Leo, representing the Italian American Progressive Club, recipient of the 2025 Community CARE Award; and Kimberly Engstrom, M.Ed., Preschool Director and Early Intervention Special Instructor, recognized for 25 years of service.
