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CON EDISON “SUMMER OF SCIENCE” GRANT A GREAT SUCCESS!
Science Brought to Life for Adolescents at Ridgewood Facility 

Con Edison’s award of a “Summer of Science” grant to Outreach Project successfully concluded in August, having brought hands-on learning experiences for teens at Outreach Project's Ridgewood facility.

Through the “Summer of Science” initiative, a specialized curriculum touching on a broad array of science related topics was taught by one of the certified science teachers from PS 318 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and included lab work and field trips. 

“This generous grant from Con Edison provided an exciting opportunity for these adolescents to learn about science, and to help them develop a sense of academic accomplishment and higher self esteem,” said Kathleen Riddle, president of Outreach. “For teens fighting drug or alcohol addiction, a key component for long term success is giving them the confidence to remain substance free. The ‘Summer of Science’ program offered teens a dynamic, engaging opportunity to see how education leads to success and achievement later in life.” 

“Con Edison knows the importance of supporting science education for K-12 students,” said Carol Ann Conslato, Director, Queens Public Affairs, Con Edison. “Outreach Project’s efforts will help provide a solid base in science for these students, which will hopefully expand their opportunities in the future.”

OUTREACH PROJECT HONORS THREE LEADERS IN BUSINESS AT 
ANNUAL LONG ISLAND LUNCHEON

More than 250 individuals representing businesses from across Long Island, along with all the residents of Outreach House, were present at Outreach Project’s 15^th Annual Long Island Luncheon.  

A big success, particularly in light of the challenging economic conditions, the luncheon grossed $120,000 to support the enhancement and expansion of drug and alcohol treatment services on Long Island.  

Honored at the event were: James Castellane, president of the Building and Construction Trades Council of Nassau and Suffolk Counties, Tom Murray, Managing Partner of Albrecht, Viggiano, Zureck and Co., PC, and Peter Frangos, the parent of a graduate of Outreach House, the agency’s residential program for teens.

Pictured at the event, from left to right, are: James Castellane, John Maher, C.M., Chairman of the Outreach Development Corporation Board of Directors, Brian Edwards, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Astoria Federal Savings, who was luncheon chairman, Tom Murray, Peter Frangos and Kathleen Riddle, president of Outreach Project. 

Proceeds from the May 28^th Big Apple Circus benefit for Outreach Project will help the agency expand and enhance substance abuse treatment and training services.  The Cunningham Park performance of “Play On” was a wonderful evening for all who participated!  Pictured below are Queens Borough President Helen Marshall, who served as honorary ringmaster (left), Robert A. Taylor of the Walter Kaner Children’s Foundation, a sponsor of the event, with Grandma the Clown (top right), and (bottom right), clockwise from top, Neil Sheehan, Executive Vice President, Outreach Project; Carol Conslato, Con Edison; Kelly Mattone, Grandma, Peggy Mattone and Joseph Mattone, Jr. of the Mattone Group; Albert Pennisi, president, Queens Chamber of Commerce.  Special thanks to the event sponsors:  Walter Kaner Children’s Foundation, Mattone Group, LLC, Mutual of America and the Dragone Family.