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Thank You for an Unforgettable Evening!

We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us for our Building Tomorrow Together Gala this past Saturday evening. The room was filled with joy, laughter, and the incredible energy of fantastic people who believe in our mission. Your support and enthusiasm made this event truly special, and we couldn’t be more thankful!

From the heartwarming speeches to the lively auctions and wonderful entertainment, every moment of the night was a celebration of the bright future we are building together. Whether you were there in person or supported us from afar, your contributions are making a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.

Thank you again for being part of our community and for helping us continue this important work. Be sure to check out the event’s amazing photos—capturing the night’s magic, and if you have pictures to share, please email them to Vickir@crossroadcenter.org!

With heartfelt gratitude,
The Crossroads Center for Children Team

View the slideshow.

Schenectady Kiwanis - Tom Ciancetta, Kim Siciliano, Mike Dellarocco with Kelly Young

View the program booklet: PROGRAM.BuildingTomorrow Together

Hear the playlist:

Gala Playlist

See the awardees: Awards presentation gala 2024

See the slideshow: Gala Slide Show

Building Tomorrow Together

Our RSVP date has passed. Donations are still being accepted, and our AUCTION is now open,

however, no tickets are available at this time.

DONATE INSTEAD

AUCTION

10/19 5 – 9 pm at the Terrace at Water’s Edge in Glenville

Black Tie Optional

Silent Auction and Cocktail Hour

Dinner and Presentation

Live Auction

Dessert and Dancing

With Special Guests

Crossroads 2024 Community Awards

Community Champion Award: Schenectady Kiwanis

LeChase Construction Commitment to Crossroads Award

LeChase Construction

Meet LeChase Construction, our Commitment To Crossroads Honoree this year.

Established in 1944, LeChase is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. While maintaining the personalized service of a small firm, today the company ranks among the nation’s top contractors – serving clients through a variety of delivery methods to support projects of all sizes across a range of industries. With a dedicated team of talented professionals striving to deliver excellence, the firm has earned a reputation for safety, quality and integrity. In addition to serving customers from its operations across the East Coast, LeChase can provide resources to meet the unique needs of clients no matter where they are located.

Schenectady Kiwanis

Meet Schenectady Kiwanis Club and Foundation our 2024 Community Champion Award. Schenectady Kiwanis is a dedicated group of individuals committed to making a lasting impact in our community. With a focus on service, particularly for children, the club works tirelessly to create opportunities for growth, support, and development. From local projects to global initiatives, the Kiwanis Club believes in the power of collective action to shape a better future for the next generation. Through their generosity, leadership, and unwavering dedication, they embody the spirit of service, reminding us all of the difference one group can make when united by a shared purpose.

Debbi Traficante

Meet Debbi Traficante, our 2024 Heart of Giving Honoree.

Debbi grew up primarily in Danbury, CT, and began her career in the secretarial field at the young age of 17. Her entire professional journey was with the State of New York, where she advanced through various positions. For the last 25 years of her career, Debbi worked in Human Resources, ultimately retiring in 2010 as a Director of HR.

In her personal life, Debbi enjoys cooking, wine tasting, volunteering, and traveling. She cherishes her family, her Christian faith, and her beloved Charlie, the love of her life.

Debbi supports Crossroads because she deeply believes in its mission. Although she is not an educator herself, she has been profoundly moved by the educational information and testimonials she has encountered, which underscore the value of Crossroads’ work. Debbi finds it incredibly rewarding to know that her support helps make a difference in the lives of children and their families.

Crossroads 2024 Milestone Awards

Crossroads 2024 Sponsors

↓ HONORARY COMMITTEE ↓

↓ PURPLE SPONSORS ↓

Congressman Paul Tonko Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh

Carol Schweizer Felix Perez Shane Rauh Kim Rauh

Donna Gigone Vicki Ramotar Sid Ramotar Kim Siciliano

Debbi Traficante & Charlie Cinatti In memory of Lee Lupsa

Jordan & Paul Yanatos

Robert Schofield, Esq.

Dawn Montanye & James Booth

J&T’s Family Cafe

Alejandra Escudero

Crystal & John Hoey

RJH & Son Contracting

Susan & Jim Douglass In honor of Rebecca Oliver

Morris Ford

↓ MONETARY DONORS ↓

Galesi Group Audrey & Major Capers

Fage USA Dairy Industry Mary & Gary Sniezyk

The Christopher Dailey Foundation Anonymous

Cara Izzo Baldwin Business Strategies

Pam Cerrone Linda Slovacek-Price

Felix Perez Mary & Steve Oill

Phyllis & Dick Sleeper

↓ SPONSORS ↓

FAGE logo

Sunbeam Sponsor

↓ DONORS ↓

↓ PROGRAM ADS ↓

Faith and Leroy Cuilla

Donald Delong and Danielle Randall

RJH & Son Contracting

FAGE USA Dairy Industry, Inc.

NightRider Janitorial & Residential Services

Stay the night!

The Hilton Homewood Suites is right on the premises of our event, and have generously provided us with a 15% discount!

This is good for any day of the year and is set with no expiration.

Hotel: Homewood Suites by Hilton Schenectady
Company Name: CROSSROADS CENTER

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