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Presented by
bivona child advocacy center's 15th annual gala
saturday, february 8, 2020 | 5:30 p.m. 1
thank you to our sponsors
PRESENTING
WHITE WINE ONE MOUNT VALET
BY THE GLASS HOPE Former Senator Jim Alesi
CHARITABLE TRUST B&L Wholesale Supply COMMUNITY
RED WINE Constellation Brands SUPPORTER
BY THE GLASS City Blue Imaging Services
LOUNGE Don & Deb Culeton
Connors & Ferris, LLC.
Golisano Children's Hospital
DESSERT BAR COCKTAIL LeChase Construction Service, LLC
Montage Wealth St. John Fisher College
Management Wegmans
IN KIND SPONSORS Arbor Venues Get Caked Lisa's Liquor Barn
Abbott's Frozen Custard CMI AV Jackson Family Wines Martin Scott Wines
inside
2 Event Sponsors
4 Welcome Letter
5 What is OTBN?
5-7 What to Expect
7 Event Schedule
1 in 10 children will be sexually abused before
their 18th birthday. The first step in stopping this 8 Live Auction Preview
staggering statistic is education, and at Bivona 8 Pro Sports Fan Getaway
Child Advocacy Center, we're working hard to 9 Flowers for a Year
raise awareness of the prevalence of this abuse. 9 Sample with a Sommelier
Bivona is a safe, welcoming place where abused 10 Dine Out for a Year
children can begin their journey of healing. Our 10 Cruising Keuka
streamlined approach partners social workers, law 11 S.W.A.T. Analysis
enforcement, prosecutors, medical professionals,
11 Magnum Madness
therapists, and advocates together under one
roof, minimizes trauma to children and preserves 12 5 Nights in Paradise
the best evidence for investigators. Bivona’s 12 John Hardy Jewelry
Multidisciplinary Team works together to 13 Spoil Yourself with a Spa
provide the child and family the support 14 Golf Tour of Rochester
services they need — through trial and beyond. 14 Wine Lovers Package I
15 Wine Lovers Package II
Bivona Child Advocacy Center 15 Dinner with the President
www.bivonacac.org | 585-935-7800 16 5-Course Dinner for 10
1 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester NY, 14620 16 Luxury in Skaneateles
17 3 Nights at Lake Louise
Our Mission Bivona Child Advocacy Center delivers excellence Our Vision A community 18 Circle of Hope
in child abuse response, healing, and prevention through where all children are safe 19 Gala Committee
collaborative service, awareness, education, and leadership. and free from abuse.
19 Board of Directors
from our executive director & committee chair
Dear Friends, children and families we see can get the
help they need.
Welcome to Bivona Child Advocacy We have also expanded our in-school
Center's Open That Bottle Night at education program, reaching more
Hope Rising, our annual celebration, than 2,300 children in more than 100
generously sponsored by our friends at classrooms with Child Safety Matters,
Sage Rutty & Co., Inc. A heartfelt thank giving children the tools they need to
you to our Board Chair Wayne Holly and help keep themselves safe from harm.
his team for their continued support Bivona helps over 2,000 children
over the years. each year. These are children who
It is incredible that guests and desperately need adults to hear them,
sponsors at our annual Gala have raised believe them, and commit to keeping
nearly 4 million dollars over 15 years to expanding our mental health them safe. By taking part in this event,
support the most vulnerable children in department by adding a Director of you are showing up for these children,
our community and help set them on Mental Health Services as well as and ensuring Bivona will be here to
the path toward healing. We, quite liter- two therapists to our staff, and have offer a safe place with people they can
ally, couldn't do the work we do without partnered with several partner agencies trust to tell their stories.
your support. to train therapists to provide trauma-
This is our largest annual fundraiser informed care so that more of the With tremendous gratitude and respect,
for Bivona. The money raised at this
event goes right back into improving
and expanding the work our staff and
Multidisciplinary Team do to help child
victims of sexual and physical abuse and
their families begin to heal. Deb Rosen Don Tomeny
In the past year, we have focused on Executive Director Hope Rising Committee Chair
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what to expect what is open that
what should i wear? bottle night?
• The Hope Rising Gala is a formal This is the signature fundraising event
evening — guests are encouraged for Bivona Child Advocacy Center. We
to wear anything from semi-formal are celebrating the 15th anniversary of
to formal attire which may include Open That Bottle Night by highlighting
suits, ties, cocktail dresses or a hope, a rising theme at Bivona. While
formal gown. guests will see changes to the event
this year, the evening will continue in
what should i bring?
the tradition of Open That Bottle Night,
Presented by (OTBN). The idea of OTBN was created
in the late 1990s by John Brecher and
• A bottle of wine to enjoy with dinner. Dorothy Gaiter, who wrote a wine
• Your preferred method of payment column for the Wall Street Journal.
for any purchases made during They noted people would buy special
the evening. The Silent Auction bottles of wine, store them in their
and directed to Coat Check and
will be processed through mobile homes or wine cellars and never open
Wine Check where the bottle
bidding which will require a credit them because they were deemed “too
of wine you have brought from
card on file. special”. They thought once a year
home will be tagged, opened and
brought to your table. people should get together with their
upon arrival • Guests may then proceed to
the Check-In table where your
friends and “open that bottle,” and
designated the tradition as Open That
• Guests may park their car in information will be confirmed, Bottle Night. The concept resonated
the adjacent parking lot or take you will be checked-in for mobile and people all over began hosting
advantage of our valet service. bidding and your table number will OTBN parties. This tradition continues
• Guests will be greeted at the door be shared. to gain in popularity.
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what to expect
during cocktail hours concludes, guests will be invited to
enjoy a variety of desserts and sweets
auction rules
• Guest may purchase White Wines by at the Forge Metal Dessert Bar. • All sales are final. No exchanges
the Glass sponsored by The Joseph & or refunds.
the end of the night
Irene Skalny Charitable Trust and Red • Please take note of expiration dates
Wines by the Glass sponsored by ITX marked on some of items.
Corp. Wines will range in variety. • Gift certificates DO NOT include
• There will be a cash bar open • Guests will visit the Check-Out table taxes or gratuity.
until 8 p.m. to pick up and pay for items won
live auction
• Assorted hors d'oeuvres will be available throughout the evening.
throughout the cocktail hours. • Don't feel fit to drive? We're happy to
• Silent Auction items will be on arrange a ride home for you or you
• The Live Auction will begin at
display and available for bidding until can take advantage of our ride share
approximately 8:30 p.m.
8 p.m. discount – Details to follow! • Once a bid is made, it cannot be
• Guests will be invited to participate in withdrawn.
payment
a Wine Pull and Jewelry Raffle. • All travel, dinners, overnights, etc.,
unless otherwise noted, must
once we sit down • Payment by the successful bidder be redeemed within one year of
must be made at the conclusion of purchase.
• Dinner will be served at approximately the evening.
7:45 p.m. A short program will
commence which will include a live
• Cash, check, American Express®,
Discover®, MasterCard®, or Visa® silent auction
auction, an engaging speaker, and are accepted payments. • The Silent Auction is open for bidding
Helping Children Heal. • Checks should be made payable to from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Once Helping Children Heal Bivona Child Advocacy Center. • Each Silent Auction item will have a
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“Buy it Now” option. The "Buy it Now" price is
equal to 150% of the value.
• To bid, use your mobile device or find a Bid
event schedule
Assistant with an iPad near the Silent Auction 5:30 p.m. Check-In
to help you.
5:30 p.m. Wines By the Glass,
travel packages Cash Bar, Hors d'oeuvres,
• All trips in both Silent and Live Auctions are
subject to availability. Restrictions may apply. and Silent Auction
Some trips indicate specific dates for travel
and must be used during the time designated 8 p.m. Dinner, Silent Auction
(expiration date is non-negotiable).
• Trips may be taken only by the winning
bidding closes
bidder and cannot be transferred to anyone
else. If it becomes necessary to reschedule a 8:20 p.m. Program
trip once it’s booked, the winning bidder With Committee Chair Don Tomeny,
is responsible for contacting the donor to Bivona Executive Director Deb Rosen,
make alternate arrangements with the Emcee Jennifer Johnson, and
donor’s agreement. Auctioneer Chris D'Orso
questions? 9:40 p.m. Dessert & Coffee Bar opens
• Contact Events Manager Ashley Dotter at 11 p.m. Event concludes
585-935-7812 or adotter@bivonacac.org.
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live auction preview ULTIMATE PRO SPORTS FAN GETAWAY! Enjoy a trip for two to your choice of an exciting Friday, Saturday or Sunday MLB, NBA, NFL or NHL regular season game, non-major PGA golf tournament* — that’s up to 5,000 games a year to choose from among 50 markets nationwide! This package also includes a two-night weekend stay in a standard room at a Hyatt, Marriott, Sheraton, Wyndham or comparable hotel; round-trip coach class airfare for two within the 48 contiguous U.S. and Canada; and Winspire booking and concierge services. *Game date must be on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. While every effort will be made to accommodate your first choice of game, confirmation is based on both event ticket and hotel availability. Excludes the U.S. PGA Championship, Masters, U.S. Open, Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup and Green Bay Packers home games. value: $3,500 8
FLOWERS FOR A YEAR
Whether you’re a flower lover, or you want to show
someone how much they mean to you, this package
of monthly flower arrangements for a year is sure
to bring smiles and brighten spirits.
A hand-picked and
assembled flower
arrangement will be
delivered to your
spouse, loved one
—or even yourself —
once a month
for a year. SAMPLE WITH A SOMMELIER
The winner will have the opportunity to have a tasting with
Sommelier Joe Ellis. Joe will meet you and your guests (up to
12 people) to sample a minimum of eight wines from his eclectic
collection. Joe’s background includes years with Wegmans Wine,
that included running educational events and wine dinners at
Tastings Restaurant. He now works for one of the largest
producers of wine in the country. He will work with you to
discover some gems — both old and new — to create an exciting
experience for you and your guests. The tasting will occur at a
mutually agreed upon time, before March 31, 2021, at your residence,
or a restaurant of your choosing. Joe will provide glassware and a
donor: kittelberger minimum of eight wines. He will also offer advice for appropriate
florist pairings. Themes could include wines of France, Sparkling Wines,
Pinot Noir from around the World — use your imagination!
value: $650
donor: joe ellis value: $1,000 9
CRUISING KEUKA
Bivona Board Chair Wayne Holly and
his wife Judy invite you and five guests
for dinner and a cocktail cruise at their
house on Keuka Lake. The evening also
includes a campfire, tastings of New York
State wines, and a fireworks display!
donor: wayne & judy holly
value: $1,000
DINE OUT FOR A YEAR
Everyone has those days they just don’t feel like
cooking. Luckily for the highest bidder on this
package, they’ll have an automatic out once a
month! Winner receives twelve, $100 gift certificates
to some of the best restaurants in the area.
donor: cathy d'amico & jenny vossler
value: $1,200
10S.W.A.T. MAGNUM MADNESS
ANALYSIS Does it seem like you’re opening
new bottles of wine every 10
Does your inner crime fighter
minutes when you’re having a
want to come out and play?
dinner party or gathering? These
The highest bidder for this
magnums will let you focus more
unique experience will get
on your guests and less on
to bring a friend for a full day
uncorking — plus, they’ll definitely
of S.W.A.T. training with the
impress! This package includes:
Rochester Police Department.
Sbragia 2007 Monte Rosso
The winner will have rare
Cabernet Sauvignon Double
access to the full spectrum of
Magnum, Beringer 2012
S.W.A.T. training, including
Single Vineyard Bancroft
physical tests, live firing and
Ranch Cabernet Suavignon
tactical skills. Winner will
Magnum, Louis Martini 2014
be immersed in the S.W.A.T.
Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
experience as an active
Valley Magnum, and
member. This fast-paced day
Columbia Valley 2015
will take place in whatever
DeLille D2 Magnum.
environmental and weather
conditions the team members
need to work in — so no
donor: tom wahl, jr.
experience is ever the same! & glen skalny
donor: rochester police value: $1,100
department s.w.a.t. team
value: $1,800
11JOHN HARDY
JEWELRY SET
This gorgeous sterling silver necklace and
bracelet set from popular designer John
Hardy features a chic, modern 8 mm chain
with a pusher clasp. This versatile set will
look great on anyone, and can pair with
the perfect little black dress, or dress up a
casual outfit.
5 NIGHTS IN PARADISE
Enjoy a five-night stay (including weekends) in the
donor: cornell's jewelers
upscale, gated condo community of Sea Oats on value: $2,300
the legendary Gasparilla Island, Florida. This
spacious condo has two bedrooms, two bathrooms,
and sleeps six. It is located just feet from the sandy
beach of the Gulf Coast. Here you’ll find tranquil
living while enjoying the many sights and sounds
of this peaceful old world community. This tiny
Island is a mere seven miles long and 1/2 mile
wide. There are no high-rise buildings, fast food
restaurants, malls, or stoplights. However, the
island has all the amenities you’ll need! (Trip must
be used before Dec. 19, 2020, March excluded)
donor: corey & laura decker
value: $2,500
12SPOIL YOURSELF WITH A HOME SPA This incredible auction item, donated by Precision Pool & Spa, includes the consultation for, and complete installation of, a new 8-foot round or 6-foot by 8-foot rectangular gunite spa per specifications provided by Precision Pool & Spa. The installation includes concrete entry steps into the spa, a solid concrete spa bench running the perimeter of the spa, installation of a premium pebble finish inside the spa, an insulated spa cover, and a lifetime limited warranty on the Shotcrete structure. Additionally, the winner will receive a 4-foot round fire pit donated by Sensenigs Landscape Supply. (If you are interested in this package, please reach out to Ashley Dotter at adotter@bivonacac.org for full details and specifications.) donor: precision pool & spa value: $25,000 13
FOR WINE LOVERS I GOLF TOUR OF ROCHESTER This package consists of two rare bottles of This is the perfect package for the local golf lover. This package Cabernet Sauvignon, a bottle of Schrader Winery includes three rounds of golf at some of the most exclusive, highest 2006 GIII Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard, rated courses in town: a foursome at Oak Hill Country Club, and one bottle of Schrader Winery 2007 GIII a threesome with a member of Monroe Golf Club, and a Rutherford Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard. The threesome with a member of Country Club of Rochester. bottles come in a decorative wooden box. donor: larry & marylouise steinwachs, donor: dr. walter deck value: $1,000 shemirani and rocca wealth management and oak hill country club value: $1,400 14
DINNER WITH THE PRESIDENT
... of Keuka College. Enjoy a private summer dinner, wine, and
conversation for up to four guests with Amy Storey, president of
Keuka College, at her home — the historic Lucina Mansion — on Keuka
Lake. Enjoy an evening of dinner and conversation expertly prepared
by the College’s executive chef. The Lucina Mansion was built at
the turn of the 20th century and has been home to Keuka College’s
presidents since the 1920s. Guests are also invited to a complimentary
overnight stay in the College’s guest house on the shore of Keuka Lake.
Date restrictions apply.
donor: keuka college value: $1,500
FOR WINE LOVERS II
This high-end collection of wine includes a variety
of red, each with a 90+ point wine rating. This
collection includes one bottle of 2006 Larkmead
LMV Salon, one bottle of 2000 Chatau Palmer,
one bottle of Joseph Phelps Insignia, one bottle
of Buccella Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, and
one bottle of 2012 Saxum Broken Stones.
donor: dr. walter deck value: $1,300 15CHEF-PREPARED 5-COURSE
ITALIAN DINNER FOR 10
A five-course Italian dinner for 10 people at the home of Ralph and
Colleen Dandrea, located in Pittsford, NY. Ralph is a sommelier and will
pair each course with a premium Italian wine from their personal cellar.
An amazing customized Italian dinner will be prepared on-site by the
chefs at The Hideaway for up to 10 guests. Must be redeemed by Feb. 8,
2021. Scheduling is based upon availability. Includes a 30-minute consult
to build menu and review dietary restrictions.
donor: max gordon & the hideaway, ralph & colleen dandrea
value: $1,800
A LITTLE LUXURY IN
SKANEATELES
Take a leisurely overnight trip to beautiful
Skaneateles and the Mirbeau Inn & Spa. This
$1,400 package includes one weeknight stay
at Mirbeau, and a $1,000 gift certificate that can
be used for dinner, and spa services throughout
the resort. Enjoy some rest and relaxation in one
of our favorite regional destinations.
donor: don & leslie tomeny & mirbeau inn & spa
16 value: $1,400THREE NIGHTS AT FAIRMONT CHATEAU LAKE LOUISE
Enjoy a three-night stay in a Junior
Suite including daily breakfast for two
in the dining room at this prestigious
member of Conde Nast’s Gold List
and one of the Top 500 Hotels in the
World, according to Travel+Leisure
Magazine. The Fairmont Chateau
Lake Louise is located in beautiful
Alberta, Canada. The incredible blues
and greens of its crystal-clear,
glacier-fed lake are mesmerizing
year-round. So whether you’re a
skier, a hiker, or someone who just
loves to soak in natural beauty, you’ll
love it here. This package includes
round-trip coach class airfare for
two within the 48 contiguous United
States to Calgary, Canada.
value: $3,800
17bivona child advocacy center
Thank you to the
Founding Members
would like to thank
of Circle of Hope
CHAMPION
• The Steinwachs Family
GUARDIAN
• Wayne & Judy Holly
ALLY
• Ellen & Frank Hagelberg
• Jen & Matt Lake
• Mark & Marcia Siewert
• Don & Leslie Tomeny
PARTNER
Bivona Child Advocacy Center Circle of • Jason and William
the official av sponsor
Hope was created to encourage Barnecut-Kearns
commitments of three consecutive • Abhas Kumar &
Chetna Chandrakala
of our hope rising gala
years of giving and donor participation,
allowing us to best use your gift for • Richard & Josie Gangemi
programmatic and organizational needs. • David & Robin Halladay
• JAMBella Project
Membership levels are: Services, Inc. CMI AV creates experiences and solutions
Champion: $25,000+ • The Tim Jones Family that match the unique qualities of each
Guardian: $10,000-$24,999 • Deb Rosen & Larry Marx audience. That understanding begins with a
Hero: $5,000-$9,999 • Marty & Darcy Mucci conversation, but continues through launch
Ally: $2,500-$4,999 • Leonard & Deborah Olivieri
Partner: $1,000-$2,499
day and beyond. Combining your vision
• Jeremy & Kelly Thompson
Emerging Philanthropist: $500-$999 • Anne Wilder with our tailored audiovisual services
• Tom & Ann Wolanski creates the right mix for every attendee.
Interested in joining Circle of Hope?
Contact Jaime Anderson at 585-935-7838
janderson@bivonacac.org
EMERGING PHILANTHROPIST
• Jaime & Jeffrey Anderson www.cmiav.comhope rising bivona board of directors a special
gala committee
Thank you to the following
officers
Wayne Holly
board members thank you to
Hope Rising Gala
Jason Barnecut-Kearns
Chair
emcee
Committee members. Aaron Bertram
Our Gala would not be Kelly Thompson
Alex Castro
possible without their Vice Chair Jennifer Johnson
hard work, dedication Michael Crumb
auctioneer
and commitment. Don Tomeny
Secretary Reggie Dejean
Don Tomeny, Chair Kris Johnston Bonnie DeVinney Chris D'Orso
our wonderful staff
Jaime Anderson Treasurer Sitima Fowler
Kathie Bivona
and volunteers
Mark Siewert Debbie Haen
Mark Cleary
Immediate Past Chair Dave Halladay
Colleen Dandrea The dozens of people
Ashley Dotter William Hurley
who help with set up
Joe Ellis
honorary board Abhas Kumar
and the evening’s
members
Sara Hickman-Himes Jennifer Lake
Andy McDermott festivities for your
Kerri Mingoia Andy McDermott enjoyment!
Marc Mingoia
Kathie Bivona Dr. Celia McIntosh
Jess Baron Rumold Lou Bivona Through your generosity,
MaryLouise Steinwachs we are able to provide a
Tony Sears Gary Domenico Ted Townsend memorable experience for
MaryLouise Steinwachs
Jill Knittel Anne Wilder all at the Hope Rising Gala!
Kristin Vanden Brul
Katie Wagner Tom Wahl, Jr. LeKeyah Wilson, MD
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