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There is A LOT of info here, keep scrolling for:
Volunteering
Important Dates
Hospitality Donation
Practice Info
Carpool Info
Regatta Info
Special Announcement
Volunteer Opportunities
Spirit Wear
Blue Jean Ball Committee Meeting
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Thank you to those who completed the VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP already. So far 8 families have signed up for various events. We need ALL families to fill out the form and to volunteer where you can.
If you have not done so already, please do so this week so we can get organized.
Please note: If you signed up to paint oars, that date has been postponed.
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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES - Mark your Calendars | |
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We are asking each family to donate $20 to help cover the cost of food for the hospitality tent. Last year we enjoyed hot breakfast sandwiches, fajitas, burgers, etc...at regattas thanks to families who donated food items. This year with one family in charge we believe this fee will help simplify the menu shopping and preparation.
You can VENMO Jenny Bevilacqua @Jennifer-AtkinsonBevilacqua or give cash or check to Siena at practice.
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Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays 3:45-6:15pm
Saturdays 10:00am-1:00pm
Please plan to attend all practices unless you are not feeling well. If you know you will need to miss a practice for another commitment, please let the coaches know as soon as you can.
Keep an eye on the weather. Yes, we row if it's just raining. Weather that keeps us off the water would be lightning/thunder, windy conditions, rough or high water, and debris in the water.
As the weather gets cooler, dress in layers. Snug fitting clothing is better as long shirts that are not tucked in and loose fitting shorts/pants could get caught in the seat. Extra pairs of dry socks are always good to pack as well as a reusable water bottle, towels, and healthy snacks.
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Thank you Jennifer Zanck for helping coordinate carpools for this season! It can be a big task so we appreciate everyones flexibility. If you have any questions about carpool groups you can still email Jennifer at: jzanck3@gmail.com | |
The following are the dates for POSSIBLE regattas. Regattas may be added or cancelled depending on a number of factors. We know that this makes it feel impossible to plan other things, but all we ask is that you pencil them in and try to work around them as much as possible. If you need to miss a regatta, please let Coach Ryan know as soon as possible. We will also start a new availability calendar this Fall so please fill that out when we have that ready to go.
9/25 Kingshead - Shuylkill River, Bridgeport PA
10/2 Head of the Christina - Christina River, Wilmington DE
10/15 Navy Day - Schuylkill River, Philadelphia PA
10/29 Head of the Schuylkill - Schuylkill River, Philadelphia PA
11/13 Braxton - Mercer Lake - Princeton NJ
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As a Great Valley Community Organization sport, we get support from GVCO; however, many of the crew specific tasks are overseen by crew families.
We (John and Robin Brewer) have been taking the lead on those tasks for a few years and find ourselves without a rower registering this season. Veronica has graduated and is off to row with La Salle University and Buddy has decided to sit out this season.
We would like to start mentoring the next family/families to help run the crew program. Our plan is to run the program this Fall while mentoring new folks and to also help out in the Spring as needed. Fall 2023 will be the first season where we need new leadership to takeover completely, though we will always be available to answer questions.
PLEASE, especially if your rower is going to be a 9th, 10th, or 11th grader, consider volunteering to keep this crew growing and moving forward. It is our plan to pass down all of our expertise/knowledge as well as documents, email accounts, etc...to make the transition as smooth as possible.
If you would like to learn more about how you can become more involved, please reach out to John or I at your earliest convenience.
John gvcrewpd@gmail.com 484-557-8531
Robin gvcrewm@gmail.com 484-321-1369
Our work for GV Crew has been so rewarding and we couldn't have done it without the help of so many of you.
Thank you!
John and Robin Brewer
Beside the two positions listed here, there are other opportunities in the volunteer section as you scroll down.
Program Director
Answer inquiry emails
Hire Coaches
Manage Fleet
Arrange for transportation of Boats
Submit budget to GVCO
Communications
Keep families updated through emails and remind text messages.
Social Media/Recruiting Efforts
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As you may know, we need "all hands on deck" to keep GV Crew "afloat".
All puns aside, please consider where you may be able to help. Below is a list of volunteers. Though the bigger roles are filled (Yay!), we will still need all families to contribute from time to time.
Program Director: JOHN BREWER - gvcrewpd@gmail.com
The program director works closely with the coaches and the GV Crew Board of Directors to see that everything runs smoothly for GV Crew.
Marketing/Communications: ROBIN BREWER - gvcrewm@gmail.com
Sends newsletters, emails, and oversees social media and REMIND text messages.
Treasurer/Uniforms/Spirit wear: Vacant
Keeps track of income and expenses and reports back to program director and GVCO. Also orders/sells uniforms and spirit wear.
Hospitality Coordinator: Jenny Bevilacqua
Coordinates refreshments and hospitality tent for regattas. Also, helps plan other team events like start-of-season/end-of-season picnics.
Carpool Coordinator: Vacant
Helps to connect families to carpool to and from practices.
Fundraising: Vacant
Oversees several fundraisers for the team, including annual Blue Jean Ball.
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GV Crew Spirit Wear is in the works and we hope to have ordering ready for mid-August. | |
The Blue Jean Ball is our big annual fundraiser. It's a night out with food, drinks, music, auctions, etc... We need a committee of parents who would like to help out with the planning of this event. We'd like to hold our first committee meeting before Labor Day if possible.
Please let Robin know ASAP if you are interested in helping out.
gvcrewm@gmail.com
484-321-1369
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If you have to miss a practice for illness or unavoidable previous commitment, please text Coach Ryan through REMIND or text him directly at 610-721-0480. | |
Get Text Updates with REMIND | | |
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REMIND is the #1 way to stay on top of what is going on
in GV Crew.
Besides reminders for certain events, this texting service is used by the coaches to give updates if a practice needs to be changed or cancelled on short notice.
Join the GV Crew REMIND group for Crew updates
& reminders via TEXT
To join, send @hfdbb to the number 81010
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Would you like an additional email to receive our newsletter or would you like to unsubscribe? Email Robin at gvcrewm@gmail.com | |
Questions about GV Crew? Contact John Brewer at gvcrewpd@gmail.com
For additions to the newsletter: Email Robin Brewer at gvcrewm@gmail.com
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Caring Hands 2022-23
Student Volunteers in Grades 7-12
Since 2013, Caring Hands has been helping those in need in the community. This Fall, Caring Hands will again supporting the SPCA, Cradles to Crayons and other local causes.
All new and returning students in grades 7-12 are encouraged to sign up for the 2022-23 Caring Hands Constant Contact email list.
Here are a few of the things we have planned: SPCA donation drive and outreach activities, Charlestown Day, 4th Annual Cradles to Crayons drive, Steps4Hope 5k, Coat Drive, Home of the Sparrow drive.
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Fall Flag Football and Cheer | |
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Fall Cheer - starts Aug 11th
The Flag football cheerleaders will learn cheers, dance and jumps. They will cheer during the flag football games and perform at half time to all fans. They will also do other voluntary community events to perform to the community, and specifics will be communicated as they are scheduled.
Registration closes 9/11 for K-1. Practices are Thursdays 6:30-7:30PM at Grand Slam. Practices are closed to parents, but we will make sure to take pictures and videos to upload to Instagram and Facebook.
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Steps4Hope 5k Run1 mile Walk -
Oct. 9th at 9AM at GVHS
Join us at Great Valley High School on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at 9:00AM for the 7th annual Steps4Hope 5k run/1mile walk. This timed race, held in loving memory of Jonathan Moules, is dedicated to promoting awareness and prevention of Substance Use Disorders.
Registration is now open
- Register online
- Day of registration: $30.
- T-shirt guaranteed with pre-registration until 9/22/2022.
Proceeds from the race will help us continue to assist essential local programs, awareness and educational events, grief support and provide much needed resources for those in early recovery. Please view our webpage at www.steps4hope.org for more information about our non-profit foundation.
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Whitford Charitable Fund Grantee | |
Dick Vermeil, Whitford Charitable Fund and GVCO
Names synonymous with community
We hope you can be part of the celebration at Whitford Golf Course and join GVCO and Hall of Fame Coach and Honorary Chair of the Event, Dick Vermeil for a weekend all about community. The Whitford Classic will take place Friday, September 23rd - Sunday, September 25th.
To be part of the celebration you can:
Purchase raffle tickets: Grand Prize $2500, 2nd prize is $1500 and 3rd prize $1000.
- Each ticket costs $100 and only 200 tickets will be sold.
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Purchase a ticket via PayPal - price includes transaction costs
- Purchase a ticket by check payable to Whitford Country Club. Mail it to GVCO, 51 N. Bacton Hill Road Malvern PA 19355
Attend the Gala Auction & Cocktail Party on Friday, September 23rd.
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Purchase 1 ticket via PayPal - price includes transaction costs
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Purchase 2 tickets via PayPal - price includes transaction costs
GVCO is honored to be selected as one of the Whitford Charitable Fund’s 2022 Beneficiaries. We hope you will get involved and give back to those right in your own neighborhood..
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GVCO Community Partnership | |
Cradles to Crayons
Giving Spot Hub
Dedication this Fall!
Cradles 2 Crayons Philadelphia supports people facing clothing insecurity in the Philadelphia region including Malvern and Chester County. The hub will be a convenient year round location for donations and a focal point for the annual Caring Hands collection drive this Fall. We are looking forward an even greater partnership with this wonderful organization.
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More Ways to Support GVCO | | |
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Do You Match?
Did you know your employer might have a Matching Gifts program?
It's a great way to contribute and help GVCO complete the entire new GVCO Community Center project.
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Use code #47309 for GVCO! | |
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