Saturday July 25th could not have been more perfect. The skies and the seas were blue and beautiful and the fish were biting as The Spencer Foundation continued celebrating our 10 year Anniversary on the Captain Eddie B III with Captain Zack and his crew out of Captree, New York. Sixty-three smiling fisherfolk climbed aboard with friends and family …
Get ready to grab your sunhat and suntan lotion and join Team Turtle aboard the Captain Eddie B III on Saturday July 25! We gather by 3:45 pm at Captree State Park in Babylon and set sail at 4 pm, returning by 8 pm. An $85 donation covers your fishing gear and bait, food, snacks, iced tea and water. There …
Saturday May 2nd was a banner day for turtles and friends alike as The Spencer Foundation celebrated the tenth anniversary of its creation at the North Village Tavern in Rockville Centre. The party was a huge success, raising $2910.00 from raffle baskets to support our Sassy’s Small Stuff and scholarship programs. …
Mark your calendars for May 2nd for a day of merriment! The Spencer Foundation is celebrating its tenth birthday with a fundraiser in the grand North Village Tavern style. The party rocks from 3 to 6 pm at 40 North Village Avenue. There will be raffle baskets and a 50-50 for those inclined to try their luck. If you can’t …
On Saturday, September 27th, friends of The Spencer Foundation set forth once again from Captree State Park to try their luck with the wily fish that swim in the waters near Long Island. They were blessed with blue skies and calm waters, boding well for the day ahead. Once again, Captain Zach took the helm of the Captain Eddie B …
This fundraiser’s so nice, we’re doing it twice! For those who weren’t able to join our July jaunt, or for those who just want to have more fun with fish, we’re sailing forth again on September 27th. We’ll be boarding at 1:45 pm; then, from 2 to 6 pm, Captain Zack and the good crew of the Captain Eddie B …
On Saturday July 19th, 2025 the turtles and friends of The Spencer Foundation set off to sail on the Captain Eddie B Ill. The skies were blue, the clouds were white, the seas were calm and the fish were biting – lots of action, and our friends caught 20 keepers. The Foundation was a winner too, with over $3600 raised …
Ahoy matey! The Spencer Foundation and friends will be setting sail on the Captain Eddie B III from 3 to 7 pm on Saturday July 19th. For an $85 donation, those who come aboard will be given all fishing gear and bait; food, snacks, water and ice tea will be included. They’ll also have the chance to participate in several …
On Sunday June 8th, young and old enjoyed a wonderful afternoon at the Hope 4 Kids Fundraiser benefiting The Spencer Foundation, held at the Lion’s Den on Higbie Lane in West Islip, NY. They dined on hot food and heroes and browsed an amazing array of 30 raffle baskets. People that attended stated they loved the Foundation and all that …
On Saturday, May 17th, North Village Tavern, (40 North Village Avenue, Rockville Centre) held another fantastic fundraiser for The Spencer Foundation! The atmosphere was festive, with raffles and a 50/50, live music by Rock Box, and the chance to enjoy the tasty food and drink that the Tavern always offers. And thanks to the generosity of all who participated, we …
On September 12th, the Lions of the Woods presented the Foundation with a donation of $1000.00 from their February 25th fundraiser at the North Village Tavern in Rockville Center. Said Board member Gina Wuestmann, “Tonight was amazing! The Spencer Foundation received a check from the Lions of the Woods from the night Barbara Ann Dillon and I bartended at North …
On Saturday July 13th 2024, the clouds parted and the sun emerged just in time for the Captain Eddie B III to set out on a four-hour tour, taking our turtles and friends out to try their luck with rod and reel. And luck they had — a lot of fish were raised, including 11 keepers. The winning fish weighed …
From 3 to 7 pm on July 13th, our intrepid band of turtles and fishing enthusiasts will be sailing out on the Captain Eddie III for our annual Fishing for a Cause Fundraiser. Those who join us will be plied with food and soft drinks, and will have the chance to participate in several raffles. One very special raffle prize: …
The Huntington and Lynbrook branches of First Central Savings Bank presented Jeanine Spencer with a $2500.00 donation to support The Spencer Foundation’s charitable work. The effort was spearheaded by Heather Simek and Michael Caldwell, Vice President and Business Development Officer of the Huntington and Lynbrook branches respectively. Said Jeanine, “It is such a pleasure to work with the staff of …
Many many thanks to Gina and Dave Wuestmann of the North Village Tavern in Rockville Center for hosting an amazing fundraiser for The Spencer Foundation on Saturday November 18th! Turtles and people alike had a wonderful (and delicious) time. Thanks to the generosity of all the friends who joined us, the event raised $3720 for the Foundation’s Jean and Jeanine …
Our great friends Dave and Gina at the North Village Tavern are hosting a Fall Fundraiser for The Spencer Foundation. Join us on Saturday, November 18th from 2 to 6 pm at 40 North Village Avenue, Rockville Centre. There will be a 50/50 and basket raffles. Mark your calendar and follow us on Facebook for more news to follow!
Unfortunately we have had to cancel our 4th Annual Fishing for a Cause Fundraiser on the Captain Eddie B III, originally scheduled for Saturday September 23rd, due to the expected storm. We’ll reschedule it sometime in 2024. Thanks to everyone who donated to this event. Here’s hoping our turtles aren’t thwarted by the weather next time!
Yo ho, yo ho, a turtle’s life for me! Join us on Saturday September 23rd for our 4th Annual Fundraiser on the Eddie B III. We will launch out of Captree State Park, Babylon, NY. at 2:00pm (arrive by 1:45pm). A donation of $75 gets you a place on the boat, with heroes, snacks and water provided as well as …
At their charter ceremony on April 20 2023, the new LI Pride Lions chapter designated The Spencer Foundation as the charity of choice for their event. Said Jeanine Spencer, “It was a wonderful evening! Special thanks for choosing The Spencer Foundation as a recipient for the funds raised.” Jeanine is shown here with Anthony Paradiso, Past District Governor of the …
The LI Pride Lions Club will be raising funds for The Spencer Foundation and other charities at their Charter Night Party on Thursday April 20, 2023. The party kicks off at 7 pm at Rocco Anthony’s, 71 Main Street, East Rockaway NY. The Chart Night Party is a special event celebrating the beginning of a new Lions Club. The club …
