Local Adoption Agency Hosts Fundraiser

On November 3, 2018, Forever Families Through Adoption, Inc. (FFTA), a NY and CT-authorized non-profit adoption placement agency and resource center based in Rye Brook, hosted “An Evening at Wainwright House,” in support of the work done at FFTA. Generous local sponsors and raffle prize contributors were vital to the evening’s success.

FFTA’s Executive Director, Joy S. Goldstein, LCSW, ACSW, who co-founded the agency in 2007 with her husband and adoption attorney, Michael S. Goldstein, Esq., LCSW, was inspired by the generosity and dedication of attendees, journal donors, community volunteers and contributors. “These collective efforts continue to enhance our ability to sustain and expand our outreach; education efforts in the community and counseling expectant parents unsure of how to proceed, for which FFTA receives no fees,” said Mrs. Goldstein.

Proceeds raised enable FFTA to increase knowledge and understanding of adoption issues. “Our mission is to increase positive adoption awareness, empower families and serve the community. We pride ourselves on offering services and support to those who need it,” she said.

In addition to FFTA staff, members of its Board, and committed volunteers, also lending support to the event were notable guests including Westchester County Executive George Latimer, a local Rye resident as well as Nancy Barr, Westchester County Legislator.

A powerful slide show was presented throughout the event featuring forever families created with the help of FFTA and documenting the number of children waiting for homes in the foster care system. The presentation reinforced a simple but important fact — children belong with families.

Rye’s Morgan’s Fish House in Rye, Ruby's Oyster Bar in Rye, Blue Moon Café in Bronxville, Westchester Burger Company in Rye Brook, Salsa Picante in Port Chester and Darrell Belcher from Belcher Catering in Elmsford, NY prepared delicious tasting stations. Horseneck Wine & Spirits in Greenwich, CT provided wine during the evening and All Star Beverages in Yonkers kept the cold beer flowing. The amazing and talented Frank from House of Flowers in Mamaroneck decorated the mansion with stunning floral arrangements and White Plains Linen transformed the Mansion with graceful finishing touches. Photography was provided by Raymond M Beccarelli, Jr. from IMGDesignz in Hartsdale, NY.

The Casino services were provided by Kings of Queens Entertainment from Queens, NY and Cardinal

McCloskey Community Services in Valhalla, NY was our proud Roulette Table sponsor.

FFTA, founded and staffed by social workers, attorneys, adoptees and adoptive parents, believes that every child regardless of racial or ethnic background, age, or physical or emotional challenge, has the right to grow up in a loving, nurturing, secure, and forever home. To learn more about adoption and FFTA, call 914-939-1180 or visit FFTA on the web at www.ForeverFamiliesThroughAdoption.org.