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We are so thrilled to announce the publishing of our new, improved, and updated website.  This redesign is the result of many weeks of discussion, web design, technical finesse, and team effort. A special thanks to Chris and Dan for getting us over the finish line.

We hope you enjoy the improvements in design and content throughout the various pages.

Improvements include:

  • the showcasing of our sponsors
  • the ability to apply for the VIP program online!
  • use of an easy to edit format so we can update our site quickly
  • updated content
  • a link to our 2018 Joe Moreno Charity Classic and other upcoming events
  • and more!

Thank you for your interest in our newsletters.  We look forward to keeping you up to date on all the news, information and activities of the foundation.  We appreciate your support. With your help, we will make a difference!  

This “By Invitation Only” VIP Sponsor’s Reception is for all sponsors of the 2018 Joe Moreno Charity Classic presented by AT&T.  This informal gathering features hors ‘doeuvres, wine and beer bar, entertainment, and great conversation!  This year’s reception will be hosted by co-founder Amber Mostyn.  Location and other details provided to tournament sponsors by invitation.

Please join us for the Joe Moreno Charity Classic presented by AT&T to benefit the Glenda Jean Mostyn & Joe E Moreno Educational Foundation on Monday, October 1, 2018, at Wildcat Golf Club in Houston, TX.  This year’s tournament will honor the memory of our co-founder Steve Mostyn.

 Every registered golfer receives free valet service, a round of golf, golf cart (shared), hamburger buffet lunch, a gift bag that includes an event cap and shirt, free beverages (including soda, water, beer, and cocktails), and a BBQ dinner with all the trimmings.
The event includes an awards presentation with an auction. Prizes and trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, 3rd place teams and for “Longest Drive” and “Closest to the Pin”. There will also be a “hole in one” prize available.
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ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
The Glenda Jean Mostyn and Joe E. Moreno Educational Foundation supports, promotes and operates programs, projects, and collaborative efforts in Texas, primarily in the East, Southeast and the Gulf Coast regions, that serve to encourage the abilities of children with special needs.The Foundation’s focus is specifically on children with special needs and supports our community through our “Christmas Lights” program – an experiential life skill training program, our “Community Connections” program – a special needs child assistance program for families, and our “VIP Day” program – a high school students’ self-esteem improvement effort.

 

Twenty years ago Jackie Zigtema began taking her special education students on a Christmas shopping trip to help them learn valuable real-world skills. It was not long after that her brother Steve Mostyn decided to help find ways to help expand the program.

Today the Glenda Jean Mostyn and Joe E. Moreno Educational Foundation sponsor an annual Christmas Lights shopping trip and luncheon in 19 school districts, with more than 1,250 students.

“We did it on a small scale, (Steve) came and then said I came and he’d call me the next year and say let’s add a school,” Zigtema said. “It’s an unbelievable gift to these kids.”

Caring for special needs students is a family affair; the foundation is named in honor of their mother Glenda Jean, who spent her career working with students at the old St. Louis school.

Foundation Executive Director Monte Osburn said the event with Whitehouse Independent School District was especially meaningful this year. The family hails from Whitehouse and this marked the first shopping trip since Steve passed away in November.

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My son Jonah will be attending this (Christmas Lights) event and is extremely excited. I am so grateful for the Mostyn family and their love of special needs students.

Thank y’all so much for such a wonderful day!!! Ayden always has so much fun…and I do too!!!!

EMPOWERING TEXAS SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN BY CREATING A LEGACY OF POSSIBILITIES