“GEMS: Growth, Engagement, & Mentorship, leads to Success”
- Mar 16
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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE
TENDER STEPS OF NEW YORK, INC. ANNOUNCES
12thANNUAL VISIONARY LUNCHEON
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Event: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Tender Steps of New York, Inc. will hold its 12thAnnual Visionary Luncheon on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Suffern, located at 3 Executive Boulevard, Suffern, NY 10901.
Since its founding in 2014 by Evelyn Bautista-Miller, TSONY, Inc., Certified Bilingual LMSW & SDA. TSONY, Inc. (https://www.tenderstepsofny.org/), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has been committed to improving social conditions that impact individuals, families, and communities. The organization focuses on addressing inequities in education, challenges posed by language barriers, and concerns surrounding citizenship status. TSONY serves families throughout Rockland County and New York City.
This year’s theme, “GEMS: Growth, Engagement, and Mentorship, leads to Success,” highlights the importance of empowering youth and community members through guidance and opportunity. Proceeds from the luncheon support TSONY’s community programs, including five scholarships for deserving high school seniors.
Our Keynote Speaker is Dr. Sagrario Rudecindo-O’Neill. Our 2026 Honorees are Jorge L. Folch, Doria E. Hillsman, Helen Hostin, MD, FACOG, Shirley Mangan, Marc L. Rossman, Janelle Simpson-Luna, and Honorable Dana G. Stilley, PhD.
Tickets:
Tickets can be purchased via the link.
�� Ticket Form: https://forms.gle/rZTmuRkjTLQ63CSr8 or by mailing a check to: P.O. Box 1151, New City, NY 10956.
We are seeking your assistance and support for our event. Entertainment will feature DJ Woodz, Society of the Arts (SOTA), and Salvant Enterprise. The deadline for submission for ads is due by March 27, 2026. Feel free to email tsonyincfundraisingcommittee@gmail.com should you have any questions. Community members, partners, and supporters are encouraged to attend and help make this event a success. Co-chairs: Dr. Sandra Ortiz and Ronda Mercado.
Tender Steps of New York, Inc. - Board Members
Founder/President - Evelyn Bautista-Miller Vice President - Dr. Sandra Ortiz, MD Secretary - Rachel Schlegel Treasurer - Steven Edwards
Board Liaison- Ronda Mercado
Board Members - Socorro Diaz, Evenide Fanfan-Vilcean, & John O’Neill
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