The Old Dominion Boat Club

Alexandria, Virginia – “From its earliest history to today ,the Old Dominion Boat Club has been a continuous supporter of charitable institutions” commented Chris Marino, Club President following a social event and silent auction held at the Boat Club Saturday evening, February 5th in memory of a popular member who recently succumbed to colon cancer. “Simply having someone who had been an active member and as well known as Andy Horne, die at the relatively young age of 61, brought to light the wonderful treatment available at the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the need to support their research.”

The Old Dominion Boat Club raised over $30,000 through the fundraiser. ”When the community comes together like this and raises money for Lombardi, their efforts have a great impact on our cancer research, “say Kathy Wiedemer, Executive Director of Development at the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. “What they were able to raise at a first annual fundraising event, is quiet impressive. Their tireless efforts inspire all of us who have a vision to see cancer eradicated.” Marino says, “As a club we plan to continue our support with an annual fundraiser similar to this recent success”.

The Old Dominion Boat Club, Club members, along with community businesses donated over 35 items to be auctioned, that included a football signed by former Redskin Hall of Fame quarterback, Sonny Jurgensen,, and an autographed jersey signed by Washington Wizard, Juan Dixon. Other items ranged from artwork and jewelry to dinners at some of Alexandria’s most popular restaurants. “It’ is fitting, as we celebrate our 125th year, the tradition of supporting humanitarian needs, and activities for those less fortunate in this wonderful city, that once again our members responded so generously with both their time and money”, concluded Mark Poskaitis, coordinator of the event.

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The main organizers were Mark Poskaitis , Dee Beresford, Nicole Bradley, Jill DiPasquale, Art Fox, Mary Matalas, Amanda Wilson, and Lizann Wood.

Major contributors were Santa Claus Yacht Club, Inc.; The Chem-Met Co ; James L. Brown & Associates, P.C.; Simpson Development; Rector Best Property Management, LTD.; Dominion Surveyors, Inc.; Guiffre Distributing Company; J&J Landscape Management, Inc.; Law Offices of Mark S. Allen; Barlow & Borland, L.C.; Washington Custom Builders, Inc.;King’s Jewelry; Mark Leifer; Silesia Liquors, Inc.; MKS Catering

ODBC provided the free rental space and facilitated the event. Dottie Lyons, ODBC Club Manager; MKS Catering (Jan Epstein, Gary Nunley, and Bobby Whitestone - Club members); William McFadden and Paulette Chambliss employees of ODBC; donated their time to food preparation and facilitating the event. Solo Cup Company and Leonard Paper Company donated utensils and paper products.

Auction items donated by American In Paris, Circe Salon Spa, Events Magnifico, Gaffney’s Oyster and Ale House, Gold Works, J.R’s Stockyards Inn, Landini Brothers Restaurant, London Bob Hair Design, Old Town Theater, Pazazz Hair Salon, Principle Gallery, Silesia Liquors, Southside 815, Stardust Restaurant and Lounge, Washington Wizards, Dee Beresford, Steve Danielson, Art Fox, Hollin Hall, Robert Hines, Peggy Martin Hord, Michael Horne, Heidi Kohler, Tom “Duct Tape” Murphy, Lizann Wood.

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