July 6, 2010
Peter Brady on Fox NY
All-Stars Among Us
Updated: Tuesday, 15 Jun 2010, 10:06 AM EDT
Published : Monday, 14 Jun 2010, 10:08 PM EDT
MYFOXNY.COM - In a nationwide campaign, Major League Baseball and People magazine have joined together to nominate exceptional people who are serving the needs of their community in exceptional ways. The three finalists representing the Yankees ball club visited Good Day NY.
PETER BRADY FROM BROOKFIELD, CONNECTICUT
In 1998, Brookfield, Connecticut resident Peter Brady started volunteering as a part-time handyman for seniors in his church's parish community. He raked leaves, changed light bulbs, and fixed leaky faucets. Today, the Handy Dandy Man Ministry is an official nonprofit with more than 1,000 volunteers helping 400 seniors in seven greater Danbury towns. His ministry also includes performing Extreme Home Makeovers for the less fortunate.
CATHLEEN LAPORTE FROM NEW YORK CITY
Six years ago, Cathleen Laporte founded Athletes for Charity, a volunteer-based organization, to benefit disadvantaged youth. The organization works with professional athletes, sports leagues and teams, various sports professionals, foster care agencies and related organizations, as well as volunteers and mentors, to empower and support the development of underprivileged youth.
CURTIS HILL FROM NEW HAVEN, CONNECTICUT
For many children in underserved communities, owning a computer is only a dream. In 2002, Curtis Hill co-founded the non-profit Concepts for Adaptive Learning, which provides computer training, computers, tech support and free internet access to low-income families in New Haven, Hartford, Bridgeport and Waterbury, Connecticut. To date, the team at Concepts for Adaptive Learning has trained and given computers to more the 1,600 families.
The nominees selected based on those who did amazing work in their community. Nominees can be from anywhere in the country. These 3 finalists said they most identified with the Yankees - all are big fans of the Yankees.
To vote for your favorite local All-Star, see:
Posted by hdhm at 8:10 AM
June 29, 2010
MLB, PEOPLE MAGAZINE AND THE NEW YORK YANKEES ANNOUNCE 30 "ALL-STARS AMONG US" AFTER 1.7 MILLION VOTES ARE CAST
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 28, 2010
Connecticut’s Peter Brady to be Honored at the 2010 All-Star Game on FOX and Featured in Special Pre-Game Ceremony July 13th at Angel Stadium
Major League Baseball, PEOPLE and the New York Yankees today announced Peter Brady as the Yankees’ “All-Star” of the “All-Stars Among Us” campaign, which debuted in 2009 and recognizes individuals who are serving their communities in extraordinary ways. Out of the three “All-Star” finalists representing the Yankees, Peter Brady from Brookfield, Conn., has been chosen by fans across the nation for his community service through the Handy Dandy Handy Man Ministry. Brady, plus the other 29 “All-Stars Among Us,” one representing each MLB Club, will attend and be honored during the pre-game ceremony of the 81st Major League Baseball All-Star Game on July 13 on FOX beginning at 5:00 p.m. PT (8:00 p.m. ET).
Fans across the nation cast 1.7 million votes – more than double the amount of votes from the previous year – at PeopleAllStars.com to select the 30 “All-Stars Among Us” winners out of the pool of 90 finalists who are serving as leaders within their communities.
In 1998, Brookfield, Connecticut resident Peter Brady started volunteering as a part-time handyman for seniors in his church’s parish community. He raked leaves, changed light bulbs and fixed leaky faucets. Today, the Handy Dandy Handy Man Ministry is an official nonprofit with more than 1,000 volunteers helping 400 senior in seven greater Danbury towns. His ministry also includes performing extreme home makeovers for the less fortunate.
About the 2010 Major League Baseball All-Star Game
The 81st Major League Baseball All-Star Game will be played on Tuesday, July 13th in Anaheim and will feature the best of the American League taking on the top players of the National League. Building up to the excitement of the All-Star Game, Major League Baseball will conduct a wide variety of special events and charitable activities for fans both inside and outside of Angel Stadium of Anaheim. At the ballpark, the events will include Taco Bell All-Star Sunday on Sunday, July 11 featuring the XM All-Star Futures Game and the Taco Bell All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game, and Gatorade All-Star Workout Day on Monday, July 12 featuring the State Farm Home Run Derby on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN Radio. Outside of the ballpark, fans will have an opportunity to experience All-Star Summer through a variety of special events including Major League Baseball All-Star FanFest, the five-day interactive fan festival; the All-Star Game Charity 5K & Fun Run presented by Sports Authority and Nike, a charity run/walk on a baseball-themed route to benefit four cancer organizations; and the MLB All-Star Red Carpet Show presented by Chevrolet, a free parade of All-Stars through the streets of Anaheim, which will be broadcast on MLB Network. The Midsummer Classic will be televised nationally on FOX, broadcast on ESPN Radio and will be shown around the world by Major League Baseball International. For more information about 2010 All-Star Summer, visit www.AllStarGame.com.
About PEOPLE magazine
PEOPLE revolutionized personality journalism in 1974 and is today the world’s most successful and popular magazine. Each week, the PEOPLE brand brings more than 43 million consumers the latest news, exclusive interviews and in-depth reporting on the most compelling people of our time. In addition to unparalleled access to the entertainment community, the stories of real-life “Heroes Among Us” remain an essential component of PEOPLE’s editorial approach. PEOPLE.com is the premier web destination for celebrity news, photos, style and entertainment coverage. With reporters across the globe, PEOPLE is headquartered in New York City. For more information visit www.people.com.
Posted by hdhm at 8:31 AM
June 28, 2010
HDHM wins People's All Star NY Yankee's spot
To all our 2,000 supporters of this HDHM Ministry,
HDHM is the Winner to represent the NY Yankees at home plate in Anaheim Calif July 11-July 14 at the MLB All Star Baseball Game. I can not believe it, but with you and your friends voting aggressively since mid May, it is you we have to thank. Carol Ann and I are super excited as you might imagine. We have no specific details on the trip other than we are in for a few surprises during the 4 day journey to Anaheim. We will take many photos to share with you and all the other voters who made this happen.
To think, among over several thousand original applicants, and down to three finalists, we surfaced to the top of the pile.
Truly amazing and humbling to say the least.
The 80th Major League Baseball All-Star Game will be televised nationally by FOX Sports, in Canada by Rogers Sportsnet and Sportsnet HD and televised around the world by Major League Baseball International, with pregame ceremonies beginning at 8 p.m. ET. Tuesday July 13, 2010. ESPN Radio will provide exclusive national radio coverage, while MLB.com will provide extensive online coverage.
A special thanks to the one person who was the impetus behind this success, namely Monsignor Larry Carrol, who in 2000 was the pastor of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Brookfield CT. and strongly suggested I move forward with my idea upon my retirement from Nestle USA Feb 28, 2000. We raked two lawns with 10 volunteers, and the rest is history.
Without the Holy Spirit at the helm, we would not exist, so acting as His messenger, we are living His word each day.
Yes my friends and supporters of this HDHM Ministry, this is just one more "Feel Good Day" for the Boss Man.
Thanks for your vote of confidence, "WE DID IT"
PS: If any of your friends or family members would like to join us on our journey, please have them e mail their name, home postal address, home/cell number, mentioning you as the referral, and we will place them on our impressive e mail list of 2,000 supporters. Thanks.
Thanks to People Magazine, MLB and the NY Yankees for allowing us to be a part of this historical event .
Posted by hdhm at 9:57 AM
August 6, 2008
HDHM Caroleers perform
Dec 14, 2007, the HDHM Caroleers completed their world win singing tour of three senior living facilities where we entertained 150 residents (50) at each, and at the same time showered them with gifts supplied by many of you. The photos are posted in the HDHM web site gallery.The group performed for seniors at Glen Crest, The Gardens in Danbury CT. and at Lockwood Lodge in Newtown CT.
Click here to Watch a short clip of the
HDHM Caroleers
Posted by hdhm at 6:45 AM
October 20, 2007
Rake n' Bake '07
Join us at Brookfield High School for
Handy Dandy Handyman’s
Tenth Annual Community Volunteer Rake-N-Bake
Following team assignments and blessings, over 1000 volunteers will
disperse to assist over 60 families with the clearing of fall
leaves, and general yard maintenance. Afterward we will reconvene
at Brookfield High School for a lunch celebration with baked goods,
salads, and all the hot dogs you can eat.
 | Date: Saturday November 10, 2007 Time: 7:30 am to 1:00pm Place: Brookfield High School For: A Great Day of Service and Fellowship! |
Signup at
http://www.hdhm.org/rnb07signup.htm Meet at Brookfield High School no later than 8:00am for team
assignments and, name badges.
Kindly bring equipment such as rakes, blowers, and tarps.
(No equipment is allowed in the school building)
Rain date is Saturday November 17, 2007
Questions?
Contact Peter Brady at peterbrady@hdhm.org
Posted by hdhm at 9:05 AM
May 2, 2007
Special Benefit Auction and Sale May 5-6, 2007
Posted by hdhm at 11:41 PM
April 13, 2006
Pete's Repeats Special Auction April 13, 2006
A very generous HDHM donor has provided the Ministry with an opportunity to run a mini fund raiser with a silent auction.
SILENT AUCTION
A golfers dream. We have in our possession a new O'gio fully equipped golf bag along with 27 assorted golf clubs that will be going to the highest bidder when we close this bid process on Wednesday evening 6PM April 19.
The clubs include many graphite drivers, several putters, chippers, sand wedges, regular assorted irons with most coming with their own monogrammed covers. The avid player who donated the clubs either won, purchased, or was given to him as a gift. Some are new and some are gently used. There are 80% mens, and 20% ladies clubs. They are all in excellent condition. They will all be on display at the top of my driveway from now until Wednesday for you to come and check out at your convenience.
All bids are confidential and you will receive a tax receipt for your donation to HDHM Ministry.
The total value of this package deal is estimated to be approximately $1,750.00 and the bag alone is $350.00.
Nothing will be awarded as a single item. It is all or none.
Starting minimum bid is $400.00.
Thanks for your anticipated interest in this fund raiser to help the less fortunate clients of HDHM Ministry.
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Pete Brady Boss Man
Handy Dandy Handyman
26 Shamrock Drive
Brookfield, CT 06804
203-740-1243 (Phone)
203-740-2524 (Fax)
"A Non-Profit Company working as a Ministry"
Fed ID 32-0092917
Posted by hdhm at 7:49 PM
February 1, 2006
Van Donation Update February 1, 2006
Last week, a very generous donor provided the HDHM Ministry with a free Van valued at $10,000 to improve the life of a most needy family. After the committee reviewed all 20 family profiles submitted, it was decided to grant this vehicle to a single mom who wrote the profile below. We have edited out any personal identification to protect her privacy. This was a very difficult task by the committee as all candidates deserved this vehicle but unfortunately there was only one unit. If you would like a Tax Deduction and would be willing to donate a working auto, we have 19 other families in need of vital transportation. Thank you.
Dear Mr. Brady and Selection Committee Members,
First, let me open by saying that the idea of some wonderful person donating such a vehicle blows my mind. Some day I hope to be on that end of the deal. By that I mean, to be able to help somebody’s everyday life in such a HUGE way.
Next, if there is a family who needs this right now more than mine, please make sure they get this gift, because God has always given me what I need when I needed it and so maybe at this time my need is not as great... but in case it is, here is my situation:
I do have a car at present. It is an old car with 168,000 miles on it. I was told recently by the mechanic that my transmission is going and that I should start to look for something else. The problem is that I need either a wagon or mini van because my wheel chair has to be kept in the back and it is too difficult for me to lift in or out of a trunk. Additionally, a wonderful woman died and left her electric scooter to me which has made my life much easier. I can now do my own errands, scoot my way around my daughter’s campus during parents’ weekend and even go shopping on my own. However, in order to fit the scooter into the back of my wagon, we have to remove the seat and the basket, which is fine when I am not alone, but I cannot seem to manage the assembly by myself because of the limitations in my hands, making me dependent again (ugh!). The mini van would solve this problem, because it could be rolled up a ramp into the back fully assembled.
Also, this van has power locks and windows which are more then a convenience for me. I can not always roll down manual windows making it very difficult when approaching a toll. The second problem is that we exist solely on my social security check. I am now trying to work part-time because with my daughter turning 18, the amount I receive monthly has been reduced, leaving not enough to cover living expenses. Physically I can not do much for too long but thankfully I can work some. There is just absolutely no extra money to buy a car. This would be a God-send.
I am a single mom with two teenagers. The oldest is away enjoying her first year at college, (she received a full scholarship for high grades and financial need) the younger is enduring his first year of high school. I was injured more than 11 years ago in a car accident and suffered a spinal cord injury which left me as a quadriplegic, but I function independently. I can walk, for short distances with the aid of a cane and drive, as long as it is an automatic. My hands are very limited, but I have all kinds of gadgets to aid me in everyday life and when there is no gadget, I have my children. For most of the years since my injury, my daughter was my “Home Health Care Aid�. Now that she is gone off to college my son has tried to step into that role. It is a time of great adjustments and we are both putting forth our best effort although at times it is trying!
If you have any other questions please feel free to ask.
Thank you for doing all the great things that you do.
Posted by hdhm at 7:41 PM