Pelican Intervention Fund

Cars for Charity Show – Presented by the Solomon Fund
2024-04-28 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Cruiseport Gloucester, 6 Rowe Sq, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Car enthusiasts! Come bring your car or come and see cars from all over the region from exotics, collector, vintage, special, muscle….we are gathering at the Cruiseport Gloucester on April 28, 2024 from 9am – 12pm to enjoy sharing our autos but most important to donate to several local charities.
We will be raising money for Lifebridge, Amirah, Beverly Bootstraps, The Pelican Fund – all great causes to help others in less fortunate situations.
There is no cost to attend for your car or as a spectator but we are asking for everyone to make a donation to the Solomon Fund that will pay all net proceeds to these charities. We will also have a raffle.
Contact Brad Small at bradsmall@solomonprivatewealth.com for more information
Cruiseport Gloucester – 6 Rowe Sq. Gloucester, MA 01930

The Pelican Intervention Fund 2023 Annual Appeal
2023-12-01 - 2023-12-31 | MA
Dear Friends of the Pelican Intervention Fund,
We are writing to express our gratitude for your past financial support. This year, we funded 30 people into 12 Step residential sober living programs. This brings our total to 140 clients that you’ve helped support since our founding in 2015.
Your donations allow us to continue our mission of supporting men and women struggling with addiction by funding them into residential 12 Step sober living programs. The need is greater than ever.
As you may know, Federal, State, and private insurance companies only fund medically based treatment and won’t fund 12 Step faith-based programs. The crisis is getting worse. Last year in Massachusetts alone, there were 2,357 confirmed Opiate overdose deaths, an all-time high in the Commonwealth.
Mone’ Cassier, (Executive Director of Sober Sisters Recover,) highlights the impact your donations make and the transformative changes these opportunities provide to those working toward sobriety, their families, and our community.
“The Pelican Intervention Fund has provided 13 scholarships for women entering Sober Sisters Recovery at Malley Farms in Somersworth, New Hampshire. SSR is a 12-step holistic abstinence based recovery home for women.
The Pelican Team have brought dinner to the farm on several occasions and gifts during the holidays. They have also helped at times of need when no one else has been there for our mission and women. They are part of the village that keeps SSR running smoothly.
We are blessed regularly by PIF. As the Executive Director ,I have relied on Kim and Steve as a sounding board when the road has gotten bumpy as staying true to the 12 step abstinence based model has not always been easy ( Insurance and Gov’t agencies only provide funding for medically based treatment) We have stuck together and as we continue into our 8th year of servicing women, we are stronger than ever, and part of that is due to our support from PIF.” – Mone’
In the spirit of the Thanksgiving Season, we thank you for your continued support.
Kim & Steve Keene
The Pelican Intervention Fund at ECCF
Checks may be sent to: Essex County Community Foundation
175 Andover Street | Danvers, MA 01923
Credit Card donations can be made online at pelicaninterventionfund.org
Tax ID # 04-3407816

Cars for Charity Show - Presented by the Solomon Fund
2023-10-22 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Cruiseport Gloucester, 6 Rowe Sq, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Car enthusiasts! Come bring your car or come and see cars from all over the region from exotics, collector, vintage, special, muscle….we are gathering at the Cruiseport Gloucester on October 22, 2023 from 9am – 12pm to enjoy sharing our autos but most important to donate to several local charities.
We will be raising money for Lifebridge, Amirah, Beverly Bootstraps, The Pelican Fund – all great causes to help others in less fortunate situations.
There is no cost to attend for your car or as a spectator but we are asking for everyone to make a donation to the Solomon Fund that will pay all net proceeds to these charities. We will also have a raffle.
Cruiseport Gloucester – 6 Rowe Sq. Gloucester, MA 01930

Newburyport's Yankee Homecoming Parade
2023-08-06 10:45 - 12:00 UTC | Famous Pizza Newburyport, 2 Storey Ave, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
JOIN US to walk in Newburyport’s Yankee Homecoming Parade! Last year over 100 marchers joined us in representing the Pelican Intervention Fund and this year we hope for even more!
Sunday August 6, 2023
Lineup @ 10:45
Famous Pizza to Bartlett Mall
Comfy Shoes
Bring individually wrapped candy to pass out if you like!

Cars for Charity Show
2022-10-23 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Cruiseport Gloucester, 6 Rowe Sq, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Come support the Cars for Charity Show – Presented by the Solomon Fund
Car enthusiasts! Come bring your car or come and see cars from all over the region from exotics, collector, vintage, special, muscle….we are gathering at the Cruiseport Gloucester on October 23, 2022 from 10am – 2pm to enjoy sharing our autos but most important to donate to several local charities.
We will be raising money for Lifebridge, Amirah, North Shore Veterans, Beverly Bootstraps, The Pelican Fund – all great causes to help others in less fortunate situations.
There is no cost to attend for your car or as a spectator but we are asking for everyone to make a donation to the Solomon Fund that will pay all net proceeds to these charities. We will also have a raffle.
Contact Brad Small at bradsmall@solomonprivatewealth.com for more information

Annual Celebration of Hope
2022-10-09 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Newburyport Town Hall Auditorium, 60 Pleasant St, Newburyport, 01950, United States
Our annual opportunity to invite our community to hear from our PARTICIPANTS and PARTNERS who have found hope and sobriety through funded 12-Step Programs and to connect with family and individual support resources.

Health and wellness fair at The Lions Club
2022-09-24 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | MA
Lions and Exchange Club
Health and wellness fair
Date: September 24th
10-2
Elks Club, Newburyport
21 Low St.
NBPT

PIF – Will share its mission and work with the community.

Yankee Homecoming Parade
2022-08-07 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | MA
Sunday August 7
Yankee Homecoming parade
Pelican Intervention Fund-
Grand Marshalls
Come march with us and share hope in 12 step recovery
Parade begins at noon
Lineup time 11:00 am
Meet at Famous Pizza
NBPT.

Know Your Community Event
2022-08-04 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Newburyport Senior Center, 331 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Thursday August 4th
Newburyport Senior Center
10-2
Pelican Intervention Fund will share our work with the community.

1st Annual “Trims for Tres” Fundraiser & Cookout
2019-06-09 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | Bella Salon & Spa, 110 Newbury Street, Danvers, MA, 01923
Just over a year ago we lost our beloved nephew, Tres Hayes. His struggle was much like many others that suffer from addiction. We all must help to stop this epidemic. Through our spiritual center, Unity on the River, Bella Salon and Spa has collaborated with Steve and Kim Keene, founders of “The Pelican Intervention Fund”. This foundation helps financially support individuals with finding a safe home that is based in spiritual recovery.
Love and Light — Kayla and Christian Hayes

We will have talented barbers and stylists offering Men’s cuts for $20 and Women’s cuts for $40. We will be serving grass-fed burgers, hot dogs and drinks and outdoor games. All donations must be cash and will benefit individuals on their journey to a light filled life of recovery through The Pelican Fund.

Pounds for Pelican Fundraiser
2018-12-01 - 2018-12-02 | KDR Fitness, 75 Bank St., Lebanon, NH, 03766, United States
Breaking New Hampshire and Vermont Powerlifting Records
Help us support the journey from addiction to recovery by funding long term 12 step-based treatment for local men and women seeking sustained sobriety.
Mitch Cohen, Pelican Intervention Fund recipient, Competitive Power Lifter, NH, VT and Conn and Record Holder for Men’s RPS 242 lb Amateur Division will do all the heavy lifting.
We need YOU to donate.
Mitch will compete at 2018 RPS Powerlifting Championships- December 1 & 2, 2018 KDR Fitness 75 Bank St., Lebanon New Hampshire
Founded three years ago we have funded 35 applicants and the need for help continues to grow. Your donation will help others reclaim their lives. Thank you.

TO DONATE
Please make checks payable to:
“The Pelican Intervention Fund at ECCF” Add Mitch’s Event in MEMO LINE
Essex County Community Foundation
175 Andover Street
Danvers, MA 01923
Credit Card donations made online @ www.pelicaninterventionfund.org/donate Add Mitch’s Event
(Tax ID # 04-3407816)
For More Information:
Visit us on Facebook: Pelican Intervention Fund
Results posted@ www.revoluntionpowerlifting.com and PIF website and Facebook

Festival of Wreaths and Trees
2018-11-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2018-11-23 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | Old South First Presbyterian Church, 29 Federal Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Join us November 23 and 24 for the annual Festival of Wreaths and Trees at the Old South Presbyterian Church in Newburyport!
Tickets – $5 Admission good for Friday and Saturday
Raffle Tickets – $10 for 25 chances to win wreaths, trees, and other raffle items including the Pelican Intervention Fund Travelling Quilt!
All proceeds benefit the Pelican Intervention Fund.
Open House – Friday, November 23 – 6:30-9:00 PM
Wreath and Tree Viewing
Music and Storytelling
Festival – Saturday, November 24 – 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wreath and Tree Raffle
Holiday Decorating Demonstrations
Storytelling and Crafts for Kids
Food and Beverages
a Visit from Father Christmas
and more!
Visit the Old South Presbyterian Church website for more information

Traveling Quilt - Festival of Wreaths and Trees
2018-11-23 - 2018-11-24 | Old South First Presbyterian Church, 29 Federal Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Join us at the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at the Old South Presbyterian Church on Monday November 23 and Tuesday November 24 to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt, purchase raffle tickets and find out the winner of the quilt on November 23. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - Newburyport Senior Center
2018-11-12 - 2018-11-16 | Newburyport Senior Center, 331 High St., Newburyport, MA, 01950
Join us at the Newburyport Senior Center, Monday through Saturday, November 12-16, to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - West Newbury Public Library
2018-11-05 - 2018-11-09 | G.A.R. Memorial Library, 490 Main St., West Newbury, MA, 01985
Join us at the West Newbury Public Library, Monday through Saturday, November 5-9, to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - Amesbury Senior Center
2018-10-29 - 2018-11-02 | Amesbury Senior Center, 68 Elm St., Amesbury, MA, 01913
Join us at the Amesbury Senior Center, Monday October 22 through Friday November 2, to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - Rowley Public Library
2018-10-22 - 2018-10-26 | Rowley Public Library, 141 Main St., Rowley, MA, 01969
Join us at the Rowley Public Library, Monday through Friday, October 22-26, to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - Newbury Public Library
2018-10-15 - 2018-10-19 | Newbury Public Library, 0 Lunt St., Newbury, 01951
Join us at the Newbury Public Library, Monday through Friday, October 15–19, to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - Harvest Festival at Newbury Library
2018-10-13 | Newbury Public Library, 0 Lunt St., Newbury, 01951
Join us at the Newbury Public Library, Saturday October 13, to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - Merrimac Public Library
2018-10-09 - 2018-10-12 | Merrimac Public Library, 86 W. Main St., Merrimac, MA, 01860
Join us at the Merrimac Public Library, Tuesday through Friday, October 9-12, to view the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Traveling Quilt - Newburyport Harvest Festival
2018-10-07 - 2018-10-08 | Newburyport Harvest Festival, Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950
Join us in Market Square, at the Fall Harvest Festival on Sunday and Monday, to see the debut of the Pelican Intervention Fund traveling quilt and purchase raffle tickets to win it. Proceeds will go to the Pelican Intervention Fund.
The winning raffle ticket will be drawn Nov. 23 during the Festival of Wreaths and Trees at Old South Presbyterian Church.
Tickets cost $5 each or three for $10.
About the Traveling Quilt
The Pelican Intervention Fund quilt will make its way through Greater Newburyport as a symbol of hope for people struggling with addiction.
The quilt, created by Old South Presbyterian Church parishioner Sue Emanuelson, features a large depiction of the Pelican Intervention Fund’s logo of a soaring pelican, surrounded by an eclectic border of soft colors and tranquil textures.
For this year’s festival, Emanuelson said she wanted to take her support for the fund a step further. She decided to make the quilt and would like to see it become an emblem for the group’s mission.
“I’d love for the quilt to be a symbol of hope, to let people know they aren’t alone and that there’s somebody out there that is available to talk to,” said Emanuelson, who also touched on the prevalence of addiction.
“Probably 100 percent of the time, when you talk about addiction, people will say they know someone who is affected,” Emanuelson said. “There is such a need to make people aware that addiction is very much part of every community. It doesn’t discriminate who it’s going to grab.”
Since the Pelican Intervention Fund began, it has raised over $200,000 to pay for 36 Greater Newburyport residents to participate in long-term residential recovery programs. Keene highlighted the importance of the community in the nonprofit’s efforts, noting that every dollar the group has collected has come from the kindness of local residents, businesses and organizations.
“All these churches and businesses that do these events for us, we couldn’t do what we’re doing without it because we’re not receiving state funding,” she said. “Our community is our source of funding, whether it’s individual people, churches or businesses. Really, we’re so grateful.”
Keene said she thinks traveling to nearby communities with the eye-catching quilt will help the Pelican Intervention Fund further bring awareness to its cause, which is to help men and women struggling with addiction by providing them with access to long-term residential 12-step programs.

Pelican Intervention Fund September Fundraiser
2018-09-18 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | Flatbread Pizza, 5 Market Sq., Amesbury, Massachusetts, 01913
Please join us at Flatbread Pizza Amesbury from 5pm to 9pm on Tuesday, September 18th.
Dine in or take home pizza to enjoy with your family and friends.
A portion of the purchase price will assist us to provide funding for local men and women seeking sobriety through long term Twelve Step based residential treatment. The Pelican Intervention Fund supports the journey from addiction to recovery.

Yankee Homecoming Parade
2018-08-05 | 3 Roads, 388 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
We invite all members of our Parish Collaborative to walk with the Pelican Intervention Fund at the annual Yankee Homecoming Parade.
Last year many of you walked with us and we hope you will join us again and to celebrate the lives that have been changed by the incredibly generous donations and constant support of the communities we serve.
Please bring your family and friends of all ages to celebrate our many blessings and bring needed hope to those who are still struggling with the disease of addiction.
For more information please call :
Elizabeth McCarthy 978-462-7483
Kim Keene 978-430 -1408

Dos Amigos Newburyport
2018-08-01 11:00 - 22:00 UTC | Dos Amigos, 24 Pleasant St, Newburyport, Massachusetts, 01950, United States
One dollar for every taco and burrito donated

The Deck Salisbury
2018-07-16 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | The Deck, 179 Bridge Rd, Salisbury, MA, 01952, United States
20% of meals served during that time donated

15th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour
2018-05-09 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Downtown Newburyport, State St., Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The 15th Annual Newburyport Chocolate Tour will be held Saturday, May 19th, from 12 to 4 p.m. in downtown Newburyport and the Tannery. Come take a walk around this beautiful town and into its unique shops and cafes while sampling tasty chocolate treats. Tickets are $15 per person when purchased in advance. Advance ticket sales can be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce in Newburyport, The Brass Lyon on Inn Street in downtown Newburyport and at the Port Plums and the Newburyport Olive Oil Company in the Tannery on Water Street.

Tickets will be $20 on the day of the event. This wonderful event is sponsored by the Central Congregational Church of Neburyport with 100% of the proceeds going to benefit local organizations including Councils on Aging Prescription Refill, MSPCA at Nevin’s Farm, Lucy’s Love Bus and the Pelican Fund! With the purchase of a ticket you will receive a bag for your goodies you may want to keep for later as you meander your way around the shops of Newburyport all in good cheer, good chocolate and for a good cause!

Annual Celebration of Hope Fundraiser
2018-04-29 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Newburyport Senior Center, 331 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States

Boston Marathon - James Kelcourse for PIF
2018-04-16 | MA
State Representative James Kelcourse will run the Boston Marathon to benefit the Pelican Intervention fund

Performance: I Have This Friend
2018-03-17 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | Byfield Community Arts Center, 7 Central St., Byfield, MA, 01922, United States
I Have This Friend is an attempt to deal with the now widespread issue of addiction in all its forms. The show was originally written by a group of Triton High School students in the 80’s, and the stories and monologues that form the play are based on their friends’ or their own struggles with addiction. We want to do as much as we can to raise awareness of the disease of addiction, and to spread the message of how 12 step programs can save lives. Directed by Anna Smulowitz, Choreographed by Linda Zirin, and performed by middle school and high school students from the area. All ages welcome, but adult language is used.
