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The Investors Savings Bank Foundation, which provides funding to not-for-profit organizations that enrich the communities the bank serves, has awarded a $5,000 grant to Christine’s Hope for Kids, which provides assistance and social services for children from challenged economic backgrounds.
Christine’s Hope was founded last year, after the tragic death of 22-year-old Christine Gianacaci. She among a group of students visiting Haiti on a charitable mission in when the earthquake struck in January, 2010.
“Our daughter had a passion for helping underprivileged children,” said John Gianacaci, who founded the organization with his wife, Jean. “We established Christine’s Hope for Kids to continue her legacy in behalf of children in need.”
Christine’s Hope for Kids raises funds through special events and collections at area schools. The proceeds are donated to charities and organizations that help underprivileged children, including the YMCA, Spread the Magic Foundation, and Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
“This type of fundraising benefits not only the donation recipients— it also helps the young donors learn about the importance of helping those less fortunate,” Gianacaci explained. “We’re grateful for the support of the Investors Savings Bank Foundation in helping to make these programs possible.”
“John and Jean Gianacaci have worked hard to turn an unspeakable tragedy into an opportunity to help and to serve the most vulnerable members of our society,” said Investors Savings Bank President and CEO Kevin Cummings. “We at the Foundation are glad to offer our best wishes and support.”
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