Reflecting on 2012 – Wallace Middle School
Early in 2012, I spoke at the Wallace Middle School in Vineland NJ. I was thrilled to be invited back and hope that this will continue over the years to come. I love sharing my story with young people. It gives them a chance to open up to us and share if they are going […]
Evening of Inspiration – Ticket Giveaway
As a THANK YOU to all of my supporters, I am giving away 2 free tickets to this year’s Evening of Inspiration. You must be in the Mays Landing, NJ area in order to pick up your tickets and attend. To sign up for your chance, click here. The winner will be announced on Saturday, […]
Evening of Inspiration – Getting Ready
We’re “rolling up our sleeves” and getting ready for the Evening of Inspiration! With under a month to go, the excitement is starting to build. Programs are off to the presses and it’s starting to feel “real”. This time of year is very special to me because we get to recognize the work of the […]
An Evening of Inspiration – Sponsors
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank those businesses and individuals who have committed to being sponsors for this year’s event. The Shute Family The Lilliston Family Lilliston Ford Lillistonauto.com Kindle Auto Plaza Constantino Funeral Home Rothenberg, Hyett, Eisen, & Lang Nina and Dan Benevento NY […]
A Year of Trauma – A Year for Unsung Heroes
Unfortunately, in 2012 we were given so many opportunities to take a look at our own lives and be thankful for what we have, all as a result of someone else’s traumatic event. Most recently, the Sandy Hook school shooting or the Colorado movie theatre shooting were two major events that made me reflect on […]
Evening of Inspiration – Art Auction
Corey Petit is an uncoming artist who is attending Rowan college to become an art teacher. He has a natural knack for sculpting and painting and his natural talent is exemplified in his work. We will feature his artwork that evening and people can explore his talents and bid silently on his works. We will […]
Raffle Tickets Still Available
Tickets for the 50/50 Raffle to be drawn at the Evening of Inspiration in March are still available. Click the link below to purchase 50/50 Raffle Tickets to support The Alesia Shute Foundation (Proceeds benefit CHOP)
Fundraising Fun
I had been contacted by some very good friends about their son Seth and his Bar Mitzvah. He has been raising money for his Mitzvah project and donating it to my foundation. If you remember, his older brother did the same and it was not only a wonderful experience to be involved with this and […]
Up for Air
December has already proved to be a little “breath of fresh air”. While there were many occassions to be thankful in November, in general I was thankful for the opportunity to focus on my needs and the needs of my family. This has helped me to grow and has enriched my life despite the loss. […]
The Storm
Being directly affected by the storm has been quite trying on us, particularly my husband and I and I have been a bit distracted from work and such. Losing our home, and everything we have worked for over years of being together was such a shock that I just now feel like I am beginning […]