Sheridan Ross Executive Director, Chip Krauss (center) and Shareholder Brent Johnson (right) pass out hats, gloves and scarves to guests of the Denver Rescue Mission's Great Thanksgiving Banquet held on Nov. 23, 2011. In addition to the clothing giveaways, Sheridan Ross staff helped serve meals to 500 homeless individuals and family members as a part of the annual event.
SHERIDAN ROSS STAFF JOIN GOVERNOR & MAYOR TO SERVE THANKSGIVING MEALS TO HOMELESS
New Hats, Gloves and Scarves Plus 500 Meals Served to Men, Women and Children
DENVER -- (Nov. 15, 2011) – The Denver Rescue Mission (DRM) along with more than 50 volunteers will serve over 500 hearty meals to homeless and poor men, women and children at the Great Thanksgiving Banquet on Wed., Nov. 23. Governor John Hickenlooper and Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock are the honorary hosts for the annual banquet.
This year’s Thanksgiving outreach is made possible by Sheridan Ross P.C., which is helping feed over 500 men, women and children. “It's an honor for Sheridan Ross to be a part of the Denver Rescue Mission's Great Thanksgiving Banquet,” Bruce Kugler, President of Sherdian Ross P.C. said. “With so many families and individuals struggling through one of the toughest economic periods most of us have experienced, we're grateful for this opportunity to give back to our community by sharing our time and financial resources through a partner as well respected as the Rescue Mission.”
The banquet is held at the DRM’s emergency outreach, Lawrence Street Shelter, 1130 Park Avenue West (corner Park Avenue and Lawrence) from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. A traditional Thanksgiving meal with slow roast turkey, mashed potatoes, homemade stuffing, green bean casserole, corn pudding, vegetables, orange cranberry sauce, rolls and assorted desserts will be enjoyed by all.
All guests in attendance will receive a new scarf, hat and pair of gloves to keep warm over the winter season. CenturyLink will also help connect individuals with loved ones by providing free long distance phone calls.
Thanksgiving is a special time to reach out to the poor and the homeless. It is a time of family, feast and celebration. The Denver Rescue Mission is joining more than 250 rescue missions across the nation in providing nearly 300,000 meals to the needy. With the help of thousands of turkey and canned food donations from the community this past month, working poor families and homeless men, women, and children will be cared for during the holidays.
ABOUT THE DENVER RESCUE MISSION
Since 1892, the Denver Rescue Mission has been meeting the needs of the poor and homeless through emergency services, rehabilitation, transitional programs, permanent housing assistance, and community outreach. For more information visit, www.DenverRescueMission.org.
Bradley Knepper appointed to CPAC board
Sheridan Ross intellectual property attorney and shareholder Bradley Knepper has been appointed to the Colorado Photographic Arts Center board of directors.
Founded in 1963, the Center was the first venue in the region to foster the art of photography and continues to be a vital force through its ongoing exhibition programming.
In addition to the firm's commitment to charity through its Foundation, our staff members are dedicated to helping the Rocky Mountain community through charitable works and donations.
Todd P. Blakely is currently the President of the Board of Directors for The Legal Center for Persons with Disabilities and Older Persons. He previously served as a board member and has served on the Executive Committee and as VP of the board. Todd also is the Vice President of the Board of Directors for Sports Made Possible, which operates a baseball league for children and young adults with physical and emotional disabilities. The field is a rubberized surface and is fully accessible for wheel chairs and walkers.
Rob Brunelli gives annually to a variety of causes including the Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department, the Legal Aid Foundation, and the American Cancer Society.
Pamela Hirschman is currently a member of the Board of Directors for the Anti-Defamation League Mountain States Region. She participated in the Anti-Defamation League's Glass Partners in Leadership Program in 2008-2009 and lobbied Congress on their behalf in support of Hate Crimes legislation, immigration reform and other civil rights issues. She has previously lobbied at the state level and helped organize educational events on civil rights issues.
Ben Lieb heads up the firm’s participation in the Courage Classic, a 3-day bicycle tour and fundraising effort for Children’s Hospital. The firm participates as a sponsor of the Wheels of Justice Team and averages eight riders every year.
John Posthumus is on the Board of Directors of the Legal Center For People with Disabilities and Older People and is active within the developmental disability community. John also is the vice-chair of the IP Section of the Colorado Bar Association.
Sabrina Stavish is a longtime board member and past Chair of the Legal Aid Foundation. The Legal Aid foundation raises money for Colorado Legal Services which provides free civil legal assistance to low-income families and individuals, including senior citizens, people with physical and mental disabilities and victims of domestic violence.
Rob Traver is a founding member and current board member of The Young Fund which “gives young professionals an avenue to support the patients and families of The Children’s Hospital.”
Miriam Trudell provides pro bono legal services to Healing Waters International, an organization providing water purification services to poor, urban communities in Latin America who do not have access to clean drinking water. Miriam also volunteers her legal services and time to the International Trademark Association (INTA), in the specific area of domain name ownership, including issues that arise with proxy and privacy services in the domain name arena. Miriam and her family also perform volunteer work in the local community, donating time to Bessie's Hope.
Ian Walsworth is a Board Member for the WOW! Museum, an educational children's museum which provides scholarships for Denver area students. He also is active with the Faculty of Federal Advocates Pro Bono program, through which attorneys practicing in the District of Colorado volunteer to assist with cases on a pro bono basis. Ian also volunteers regularly with the Special Olympics and the Denver Parks and Recreation department's special needs program and is active with the Legal Aid Foundation.