Newsletter May 2, 2023 View as Webpage
FRIDAY MAY 12
4-7PM Event Set Up 2 SPOTS
SATURDAY MAY 13
8-NOON Event Set Up 3 SPOTS
11:30-3PM Front Gate Check in 3 SPOTS
12-3PM Bar Support/Floater 1 SPOT
2-4:30PM Vendor Gate Attendant 2 SPOTS
2:30-6PM Front Gate Check in 5 SPOTS
4-6:30PM Vendor Gate Attendant 2 SPOTS
5:45-9:15PM Front Gate Check in 4 SPOTS
5:45-9:15PM TCHP Booth 2 SPOTS
6-9PM Vendor Gate Attendant 2 SPOTS
9PM-11PM Event Tear Down/Clean up 5 SPOTS
SUNDAY MAY 14
12-3PM Event Tear Down/Clean up 4 SPOTS
SPACE COAST BURGER BATTLE
SATURDAY MAY 13, NOON-9PM
WICKHAM PARK
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE GREAT EVENTS!
SPACE COAST DERBY DAY
SATURDAY MAY 6, 4PM-9PM
TWISTED BIRCH
The Rockledge Rotary Foundation’s 2023 Space Coast Derby Day on May 6th coincides with the running of the Kentucky Derby. This year’s fundraiser includes TCHP as one of the beneficiaries of this event.

AMAZING FOOD! The Derby Day Party will be at The Twisted Birch from 4-9pm, featuring a live & silent auction and gourmet hors d’oeuvres, a bourbon tasting area, along with all the other fun activities you’ve come to enjoy at our event: A live stream of the Kentucky Derby, the Wheelbarrow of Cheer raffle, hat contest, 50/50 raffle, charitable wagering, and more.
SPACE COAST BURGER BATTLE
SATURDAY MAY 13, NOON-9PM
WICKHAM PARK
Brevard County's only BURGER FEST featuring A la carte tasting menus from burger competitors and dessert vendors.
   Local Craft Brews, Domestic and Import Beers, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. Concerts from the area's best bands keep the good vibes going all day. Craft fair marketplace featuring local businesses, crafters, and artists.  Activities include gem mining, henna art, ax throwing, face painting and more! All Burger Vendors will be competing to win the title of this year's BEST Burger, decided by YOU in the People's Choice Category and a blind taste-test conducted by a panel of judges!

You may come and go at your convenience.
Dancing for the Space Coast is an exciting event that teams up local celebrities with dance professionals in a competition to benefit Brevard nonprofit organizations. Each competitor dedicates their time and talents taking dance lessons and also diligently raises money as part of the competition.
DANCING FOR
THE SPACE COAST
SATURDAY JUNE 3, 5:30pm
FLORIDA TECH CLEMENTE CENTER
Says Cheryl Cominsky, TCHP Executive Director, "We are so excited for our organization to be chosen as one of the recipients of this year's competition, and we are delighted that Jessica Assam and Robin Potter will be representing TCHP. They will be putting in a tremendous amount of effort between now and the event."

You can learn more about the individual dancers and purchase tickets here.
MEET THE DANCERS!
JESSICA ASSAM
Jessica Cartagena Assam was born in Queens, New York, to first-generation immigrants from the Dominican Republic. Though a New York native, Jessica has called Florida home since 1986 and has lived in Melbourne since 2007.   

The opportunity for this dance venture could not have come at a better time as she embraces the empty-nesting chapter with her youngest daughter attending the Tisch School of the Arts in NYU and her son graduating from the University of Miami in 2024.

Jessica advocates for charities focused on addressing the needs of children, conservation, and the arts. Known for her dedicated efforts and selfless nature, she has inspired change within organizations, such as the Brevard Zoo where she served on the board for over a decade and spearheaded many fundraisers. Jessica’s community and civic engagement has prepared her for her role with Florida Tech’s Advancement Office where she partners with The Scott Center and weVENTURE on their annual fundraisers.

Outside of event planning and volunteering, Jessica enjoys spending quiet time with her Brindle Boxer Stella, traveling, and camaraderie with friends and family. Despite the Latina in her, dancing is outside her comfort zone, but she’ll do just about anything for a good cause and is grateful to have the opportunity to learn techniques from her World Champion instructor, Dr. Jang Don.
ROBIN POTTER
Robin Potter was born in Cleveland, Ohio but grew up in Indian Harbour Beach and considers Florida her home. She is a graduate of Satellite High. She pursued her passion for medicine and graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine Physician Assistant program. After practicing medicine for a number of years as a Physician Assistant, she transitioned to the Biotech industry with a focus on Hematology and Rare Bleeding Disorders. This provided opportunities to impact the lives of people living with rare conditions around the world. Robin has taken opportunities to volunteer as a medical humanitarian for missions outside the US. She is also a 13-year breast cancer survivor and has participated in multiple fund-raising events for Breast cancer awareness and treatment. 

Robin is married to Joseph Hacker a retired Air Force veteran, she has one son (Ethan) and a stepdaughter (Jessica). When she is not working, she enjoys running, yoga, gardening, traveling to new places, and spending time with friends, family, and her loving husband. People close to Robin know she loves to dance and is honored to participate in this year’s event to support local charities.
SAVE THE DATE!
SPACE COAST WING BATTLE
AUGUST 19th, 6pm-10pm

The Space Coast Wing Battle is an annual event held at Wickham Park. This is a 21+ all-inclusive experience! Each ticket holder receives unlimited wings & beer while enjoying live music and entertainment. Supports TCHP kids.
SAVE THE DATE!
MCA Grand National Mustang Show
Sep 8, 8am - Sep 10, 5pm
American Muscle Car Museum  
Join us at the fabulous American Muscle Car Museum for the 2023 MCA Grand National Mustang Show. Each entry receives two free tickets to the American Muscle Car Museum. Entry for children under the age of 18 is free when accompanied by an adult.
A GRANT FROM STARBUCKS
It's amazing what can result when people step up to help hungry kids locally. On our behalf, a supporter of TCHP who works with Starbucks, Joseph Starr, submitted TCHP for a Starbucks Neighborhood Grant.

Starbucks received over 20,000 nominations from Starbucks partners and alumni across the U.S. and Canada. We were recognized as one of 2,000 nonprofits selected to receive a Neighborhood Grant. Many thanks to Joseph Starr and The Starbucks Foundation!
HELP KAREN DENNIS MAKE 100 CONNECTIONS FOR $10K
Karen Dennis is with Celebrate Re/Max Aerospace Realty, working at Celebrate at Surfside Properties and Realtor at Celebrate at Surfside Property, wants to make a $10,000 donation to The Children's Hunger Project. She needs YOUR help to get 100 introductory meetings, coffee or lunch, with an interested buyer or seller. Can you help Karen meet her goal of 100 meetings to help TCHP kids? Call 321-508-5640
MOST VALUABLE PACKERS
Most Valuable Packers
FEATURED MVPs
EDGEWOOD JR/SR HIGH
FEED MY FLOCK MINISTRY
GEORGIANNA CHURCH
JERSEY MIKE'S
LAMPLIGHTER VILLAGE
LEAD BREVARD
NOTRE DAME ALUMNI
REAL ESTATE DIRECT
SATELLITE BEACH WOMENS CLUB
TITUSVILLE PILOTS CLUB
VIERA WOMENS CLUB
WEST SHORE TCHP CLUB
What can you do to impact a child's life right here in Brevard?
Volunteer, share our mission with others, and make a monthly donation of any amount.
For those who can make a significant contribution, consider joining the Children’s Circle of Hope Society - this society is open to anyone contributing $1,000 or more annually. Contributions can be set up on a recurring basis of $84 per month.

Many thanks to local businesses, organizations and individuals that have stepped up to help us with our funding needs. Because of your help, we are making an impact on the lives of children in Brevard.

PS: Remember to name The Children's Hunger Project as a beneficiary in your will or trust. Leave a lasting impression on our community's effort to end childhood hunger!
Thank you for caring and sharing.
 
You give hungry children in Brevard hope!

The Children's Hunger Project is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt charitable organization.         
TCHP has consistently provided weekend meals for school children in Brevard County since 2010.