PRESS RELEASE
Azalea Charities partners with Wegmans Lake Manassas to help the House of Mercy
aid those in need
Manassas, VA July 27, 2010 – Azalea Charities has teamed up with Wegmans Lake Manassas to support the House of Mercy, a Manassas-based facility that provides food and clothing to those in hardship in our community and to other areas in need . Azalea Charities and Wegmans Manassas presented Wegmans gift cards worth $2,100, as well as a check for $2,000 to Kellie Ross, Executive Director of the Missionaries of Our Lady of Divine Mercy, the organization that operates the House of Mercy.
Brien MacKendrick, Wegmans Lake Manassas Store Manager, says, “Wegmans is always happy to support our local community, especially such a worthwhile organization as the House of Mercy.”
Frank Lasch, Chairman & Founder of Azalea Charities, and Frank Chichka, Azalea Charities’ Board Member, represented Azalea Charities. “Supporting the House of Mercy puts the resources of Azalea Charities into the hands of those who need it the most,” said Lasch, “In keeping with our mission of supporting local community charities, we are able to extend our support to people in the Gainesville / Haymarket areas.”
Acknowledging their contribution, Kellie Ross, said “The House of Mercy is not a title, it’s a state of being. It’s a way to bring the church to the people so that even those who don’t qualify for financial assistance will receive something. Contributions like these gift cards are greatly appreciated.”
The House of Mercy is moving to a new, 8600 square foot facility on Wellington Road in Gainesville in early October. The new location will expand the community with a thrift store, meal packing, spiritual and educational formation classes, food pantry, programs for children, and an indoor grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes.
About Azalea Charities
Azalea Charities is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization in Prince William County, Virginia. The organization is staffed entirely by volunteers who donate their time, talent and money. Azalea Charities raises funds for its community charities and Aid for Wounded Warriors through membership fees, private donations and sponsorship of Team Azalea Charties in the Marine Corps Marathon and the Azalea Classic Pro-Am Invitational Golf Classic, the organization's keystone event held each May at the Piedmont Club. Beyond minimal expenses, all the funds they raise go to their charitable core causes.
About Wegmans Lake Manassas
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. has stores in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, and Maryland. The family-owned company, founded in 1916, is recognized as an industry leader and innovator. Wegmans has been named one of the ‘100 Best Companies to Work For’ by FORTUNE magazine for thirteen consecutive years. In 2010, Wegmans ranked #3 on the list. Wegmans Lake Manassas store is located at 8297 Stonewall Shops Square in Gainesville, VA.
About the Missionaries of Our Lady of Divine Mercy
The Missionaries of Our Lady of Divine Mercy is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to serving the poor through the spiritual and corporal works of mercy. We believe in the dignity of every human life and strive to bring the message of God's love and mercy to each person we serve.
For more information, contact:
Frank Lasch, Chairman, Azalea Charities, Inc.
703-670-5238, azaleacharities@aol.com