The CROP Walker
Success once again! Over $55,000 was raised at the 2009 CROP Walk in Schenectady. This year’s Walk saw a change in the route, allowing for walkers to enjoy a change of scenery by starting from Emmanuel Friedens Church, walking through downtown Schenectady, past the Greenmarket, onto the Bike Path, around part of the Union College campus, and back to Emmanuel Friedens. Over 700 walkers participated this year, and everyone was grateful for cooperation in the weat
her department!
John S. Steele Receives the Sr. Rachel Award
The Sister Rachel Award recognizes a volunteer or group of volunteers who has had a significant impact on the CROP Walk, and who exemplifies the spirit, dedication and philosophy of volunteerism as witnessed by Sister Rachel Ricciardelli.
This year’s recipient was John S. Steele, Retired Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Schenectady County. Accepting the Award from Reverend Phil Grigsby (far right) are (center) and (far left). Congratulations!
That's only a couple of notes from our recent Crop Walker. To read the whole thing, download The Crop Walker 2010, PDF version.
