(Long Island, NY) The Watermill in Smithtown, Thursday March 27th, was transformed from a beautiful catering hall into a space full of love, support, friends, and family. Over 250 people were in attendance, and although not everyone knew each other personally, they were not strangers. The Angela’s House Gala was an event that united people for a beautiful night, in support of the children and families of Angela’s House.
“I feel blessed to have had such a big crowd and a very nice spirit the whole night. Thank you for your support which helped us to have a successful evening.” Said Bob Policastro, about the wonderful night.
Photo of the Krantz Motor sports car with the Angela’s House logo on it. Photo Credit: Angela’s House.
The Gala was a night not only for community members, and friends to show their support for this amazing organization, but mostly it was for the families and the employees of Angela’s House to dedicate their lives to helping these children live happy, comfortable, and joyful lives, in a safe and loving environment.
Looking back at last night, there was not a dry eye in the room as Angela’s House Founder; Bob Policastro gave an emotional and touching speech honoring Bonnie Farrell. A nurse supervisor at Angela’s house, known for her kindness, compassion, and dedication to her work, family, and friends, and who’s life was lost far too soon.
“Seeing how happy these children are in their new home, Angela’s House III, makes all of the work worthwhile. I am so thankful for everyone who supports what we are doing.” Said Bob Policastro.
Darren Krantz, a long time friend, and supporter of the organization was honored with the Angel Wings Award for his Race For Kids Organization, held at the Riverhead Raceway every year. Darren Krantz and his company PRC Industries have donated over $118,000 to the organization. Darren and his family and team for years have been generously promoting and raising money for Angela’s House and other children with special needs. His father Arthur Krantz has also been recognized for his support over the years as well.
The gala was an emotional night, one full of love and support. The organization was able to raise thousands of dollars but more important then the money raised was the awareness. Awareness is the most important; money cannot buy what the result of awareness can bring. The deep-rooted desire that everyone who lives, works, and supports this organization has to help these children and to assist parents in safely caring for their children at home. It is important for people to understand what the homes of Angela’s House are all about.
“We have a burning desire to have to our children live in one of our homes verse living far from home or in a hospital or nursing home. We feel the children deserve our homes, ones that offer a warm and loving environment.” Said Bob Policatro.
While seeing the children who Angela’s House takes care of can sometimes be very sad and challenging, the event celebrated the lives of the beautiful children and how far they have come. It was a magical night, one that will reside in the hearts of everyone who was in attendance for the rest of their lives, as well as in the children and families that receive everyone’s love and support. For more information about Angela’s House, and how you can become involved visit the website: www.Angelashouse.org today.
For more information about Angela’s House, please visit www.angelashouse.org. Also, please visit the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/angelashouse .
ABOUT ANGELA’S HOUSE: Angela’s House is a 501 C3 non-profit organization that assists families caring for children with special health care needs that are medically fragile, chronically ill or suffering from a life threatening illness. The organization assist families caring for their children at home and for children that can no longer live at home we have Angela’s House. The Policastro family founded this agency 20 years ago following the tragic crisis they lived with their daughter Angela. This parent-based origin has become the approach and philosophy they apply to each family they assist.
