Please consider joining us for the annual memory "WALK TO REMEMBER". Your support will be greatly appreciated by sharing this poster on your social media accounts.
We hope to see you then. Contact us to register
We hope to see you then. Contact us to register
On Saturday August 10, 2024, clients, members and friends volunteered to host an awareness event at the local Fredonia walmart. We met so many caring and compassionate friends. We had the opportunity to educate how C.O.P.E. works and benefits the children impacted from losing a parent to an opioid addiction.
The National Center for Health Statistics at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that More than 106,000 persons in the U.S. died from a drug-involved overdose in 2021 alone, the increase from 2019-2021 was over a 53% increase in home deaths. There were reported 108,279 deaths in 2022.
Chautauqua County students self-report marijuana and alcohol use higher than state averages. Risk factors among our county’s youth are also worrisome: lower commitment to school, higher reported favorable parental attitudes towards drug use, and higher family conflict. In addition, vaping is a concern in our county’s schools.
The 2021-2023 per capita overdose fatality rate in Chautauqua County was over 50% higher than in New York State and 40% higher than the US national rate. However, a significant decline in overdose deaths has been seen beginning in late 2023. The number of deaths in the first half of 2024 was half that of the same period in 2023.
· Fentanyl is a drug made from opioids (chemicals used to treat sudden and ongoing pain). It’s up to 100 times stronger than other opioids like morphine, heroin, or oxycodone, and is often used to adulterate heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and other “street drugs.” Overdose deaths often result from a user’s unwitting purchase and use of fentanyl when believing he or she is purchasing heroin or prescription pills.
· Just 2 to 3 milligrams of this drug - equivalent to 2 grains of salt - can lead to death.
· On an average day 3,900 people will use a prescription opioid outside of legitimate medical purposes and supervision, and 580 people will try heroin for the first time.
. Youth are much more likely to get opioids at home, from a friend, or through social media than any other source.
· COPE’s “Circle of Light" healing process focuses on the individual AND the family, providing social interaction, life coaching, physical healing, and mental health stability counseling and activities.
OUR SERVICES
1. Social Interaction Programs:
• We begin our work with social interaction, providing a stable and supportive environment for children who often have little to no support.
• These programs include group activities, community events, and family-oriented trips, giving children the opportunity to experience normalcy and joy.
2. Mental Health Support:
• Mental health stability is crucial for children to be productive and conscious in their daily lives.
• Our programs aim to help children make wise choices, fostering success and well-being.
3. Educational Assistance:
• We provide tutoring, homework help, and educational resources to ensure that children stay on track academically despite their challenging circumstances.
• Our educational support also includes life skills training, preparing children for a successful future.
4. Advocacy and Awareness:
• The C.O.P.E. Foundation 19 actively advocates for children and families affected by opioid addiction.
• We work to raise awareness about the issues these families face and strive to influence policy changes that can provide better support.
Our clientele
We work closely with all children up to 18 years of age who are affected by opioid addiction in any of the following ways:
• Children who have lost a parent to opioid addiction due to death, imprisonment, or abandonment.
• Children currently residing in a household affected by opioid addiction.
Benefits to Children
Children benefit from our services in numerous ways:
• Emotional Support: Through counseling and social interaction, children gain emotional stability and resilience.
• Mental Health Stability: Addressing mental health issues early helps prevent long-term psychological problems.
• Educational Success: Our educational programs ensure children do not fall behind academically, providing a foundation for a brighter future.
• Life Skills: By teaching essential life skills, we prepare children for independence and success in adulthood.
Circle of Light Campaign
Our “Circle of Light” campaign embodies our efforts to bring hope and healing to children affected by opioid addiction. Through joint community efforts and targeted programs, we aim to create a supportive and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
The C.O.P.E. Foundation 19 is committed to making a profound impact on the lives of children affected by opioid addiction. By providing comprehensive support and advocacy, we help them navigate their challenges and build a path toward a hopeful and resilient future.
Thank you for your interest in the C.O.P.E. Foundation 19. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these children.
Cope Foundation 19 is a children's non-profit. We serve children high school age and down that have lost a parent to either death, abandonment or imprisonment. We helped them to have more resilient purposeful lives in the future where they do not have to live as their loved ones have. Our program provides professional trauma counseling to each child, we then provide them with the opportunity to participate in an activity of their choice to help them feel more confident and find new friends and be around more positive atmospheres. We host several annual events with the children and their families. After the one-year enrollment, we assess the development and achievements of each child.
I lost my son, Justin Matteson, January 2019. I saw his children alone without a dad which is what brought me to this mission. My son did not die in vain. His death has made me a stronger man.
If you or anyone you know could use our services, please go to our website at www.copefoundation19.com or call 716-281-3636.
If you would like to sponsor a child, there's a donation link on the website. We are always looking for volunteers to help serve these children.
The National Center for Health Statistics at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that More than 106,000 persons in the U.S. died from a drug-involved overdose in 2021 alone, the increase from 2019-2021 was over a 53% increase in home deaths. There were reported 108,279 deaths in 2022.
Chautauqua County students self-report marijuana and alcohol use higher than state averages. Risk factors among our county’s youth are also worrisome: lower commitment to school, higher reported favorable parental attitudes towards drug use, and higher family conflict. In addition, vaping is a concern in our county’s schools.
The 2021-2023 per capita overdose fatality rate in Chautauqua County was over 50% higher than in New York State and 40% higher than the US national rate. However, a significant decline in overdose deaths has been seen beginning in late 2023. The number of deaths in the first half of 2024 was half that of the same period in 2023.
· Fentanyl is a drug made from opioids (chemicals used to treat sudden and ongoing pain). It’s up to 100 times stronger than other opioids like morphine, heroin, or oxycodone, and is often used to adulterate heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and other “street drugs.” Overdose deaths often result from a user’s unwitting purchase and use of fentanyl when believing he or she is purchasing heroin or prescription pills.
· Just 2 to 3 milligrams of this drug - equivalent to 2 grains of salt - can lead to death.
· On an average day 3,900 people will use a prescription opioid outside of legitimate medical purposes and supervision, and 580 people will try heroin for the first time.
. Youth are much more likely to get opioids at home, from a friend, or through social media than any other source.
· COPE’s “Circle of Light" healing process focuses on the individual AND the family, providing social interaction, life coaching, physical healing, and mental health stability counseling and activities.
OUR SERVICES
1. Social Interaction Programs:
• We begin our work with social interaction, providing a stable and supportive environment for children who often have little to no support.
• These programs include group activities, community events, and family-oriented trips, giving children the opportunity to experience normalcy and joy.
2. Mental Health Support:
• Mental health stability is crucial for children to be productive and conscious in their daily lives.
• Our programs aim to help children make wise choices, fostering success and well-being.
3. Educational Assistance:
• We provide tutoring, homework help, and educational resources to ensure that children stay on track academically despite their challenging circumstances.
• Our educational support also includes life skills training, preparing children for a successful future.
4. Advocacy and Awareness:
• The C.O.P.E. Foundation 19 actively advocates for children and families affected by opioid addiction.
• We work to raise awareness about the issues these families face and strive to influence policy changes that can provide better support.
Our clientele
We work closely with all children up to 18 years of age who are affected by opioid addiction in any of the following ways:
• Children who have lost a parent to opioid addiction due to death, imprisonment, or abandonment.
• Children currently residing in a household affected by opioid addiction.
Benefits to Children
Children benefit from our services in numerous ways:
• Emotional Support: Through counseling and social interaction, children gain emotional stability and resilience.
• Mental Health Stability: Addressing mental health issues early helps prevent long-term psychological problems.
• Educational Success: Our educational programs ensure children do not fall behind academically, providing a foundation for a brighter future.
• Life Skills: By teaching essential life skills, we prepare children for independence and success in adulthood.
Circle of Light Campaign
Our “Circle of Light” campaign embodies our efforts to bring hope and healing to children affected by opioid addiction. Through joint community efforts and targeted programs, we aim to create a supportive and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
The C.O.P.E. Foundation 19 is committed to making a profound impact on the lives of children affected by opioid addiction. By providing comprehensive support and advocacy, we help them navigate their challenges and build a path toward a hopeful and resilient future.
Thank you for your interest in the C.O.P.E. Foundation 19. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these children.
Cope Foundation 19 is a children's non-profit. We serve children high school age and down that have lost a parent to either death, abandonment or imprisonment. We helped them to have more resilient purposeful lives in the future where they do not have to live as their loved ones have. Our program provides professional trauma counseling to each child, we then provide them with the opportunity to participate in an activity of their choice to help them feel more confident and find new friends and be around more positive atmospheres. We host several annual events with the children and their families. After the one-year enrollment, we assess the development and achievements of each child.
I lost my son, Justin Matteson, January 2019. I saw his children alone without a dad which is what brought me to this mission. My son did not die in vain. His death has made me a stronger man.
If you or anyone you know could use our services, please go to our website at www.copefoundation19.com or call 716-281-3636.
If you would like to sponsor a child, there's a donation link on the website. We are always looking for volunteers to help serve these children.
The National Center for Health Statistics at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that More than 106,000 persons in the U.S. died from a drug-involved overdose in 2021 alone, the increase from 2019-2021 was over a 53% increase in home deaths. There were reported 108,279 deaths in 2022.
Chautauqua County students self-report marijuana and alcohol use higher than state averages. Risk factors among our county’s youth are also worrisome: lower commitment to school, higher reported favorable parental attitudes towards drug use, and higher family conflict. In addition, vaping is a concern in our county’s schools.
The 2021-2023 per capita overdose fatality rate in Chautauqua County was over 50% higher than in New York State and 40% higher than the US national rate. However, a significant decline in overdose deaths has been seen beginning in late 2023. The number of deaths in the first half of 2024 was half that of the same period in 2023.
Chautauqua County students self-report marijuana and alcohol use higher than state averages. Risk factors among our county’s youth are also worrisome: lower commitment to school, higher reported favorable parental attitudes towards drug use, and higher family conflict. In addition, vaping is a concern in our county’s schools.
The 2021-2023 per capita overdose fatality rate in Chautauqua County was over 50% higher than in New York State and 40% higher than the US national rate. However, a significant decline in overdose deaths has been seen beginning in late 2023. The number of deaths in the first half of 2024 was half that of the same period in 2023.
- Fentanyl is a drug made from opioids (chemicals used to treat sudden and ongoing pain). It’s up to 100 times stronger than other opioids like morphine, heroin, or oxycodone, and is often used to adulterate heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and other “street drugs.” Overdose deaths often result from a user’s unwitting purchase and use of fentanyl when believing he or she is purchasing heroin or prescription pills.
- On an average day 3,900 people will use a prescription opioid outside of legitimate medical purposes and supervision, and 580 people will try heroin for the first time.
- COPE’s “Circle of Light" healing process focuses on the individual AND the family, providing social interaction, life coaching, physical healing, and mental health stability counseling and activities.
CONGRATULATIONS to Robert Ramsey on winning the wicker patio furnature set. And thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and supported the children of Cope Foundation 19.
The cope Foundation 19 families and the Family Martial arts Center families participated in a cleanup at the Dunkirk lighthouse. It was a great experience for us all to share in making this historic site more beautiful.
On April 20, 2024, the Cope Foundation 19 held an event at the Lakewood Walmart. We wish to Thank Lakewood Walmart for allowing us to get the word out to the South County about the devastating impact of addictions and on our children. Our time there was emotional and eventful.
We met several families with horrific stories which they have experienced individually. We also met so many beautiful people who choose to volunteer with Cope for the cause. My greatest experience was when a man spoke of the recent statistics of fatality in the south county. The numbers have decreased slightly and that only means one thing, progress is working in our favor. This is a fight that will never stop. Cope Foundation began reaching out to local organizations in the south county for support and parterships. Currently we have begun serving a couple of families in Jamestown. With the support of local businesses and familes, we will direct out attention in the south county as well as North county. Wer are alway accepting financial support along with physical support.
Below is the story why Cope began. Alway know that our loved ones do not have to die in vein. My son Justin C. Matteson's memory will live on.
"On a cold Friday evening at 11:30pm I received a call from my son Justin. It was January 4, 2019. Justin wanted to tell me how much he loved and respected me and that he wants to be like me. Those words are not unusual. He would say this often. He vented about not being able to see his son who just turned 10 years old that day. His Ex-girlfriend refused to allow Justin to speak with his Son. Justin loves his children so much. Not realizing these would be the last words I will ever hear from my little boy again. When the sun arose, I got the worst call ever. I was notified that Justin is dead. In disbelief, I got in the car and drove to his home. There were several Police officers and medics. After pacing the ground, I was approached by the officers and the local Police Chief. I was asked if I would like to go inside and see my son? They warned me that this is not going to be easy. It never truly hit me until I saw my baby boy lying lifeless on the floor. He had a gentle smile and a warm face. At this exact moment, I screamed hysterically and fell onto my sons still body. I begged him to wake up. I pounded on his chest and screamed. I then cried an ocean of tears releasing a wave of emotions unlike any that I have ever experienced. Now realizing my son is gone. Forever!
The sadness and mourning of my child is and was horrendously painful. But I realized the Grandchildren have no father now. They knew and saw their father often. The children have been separated from any contact with me, the grandfather. I refused to allow this, so I filed and was granted Grandparents rights. I will always keep their Daddy's memory alive.
So now we have the C.O.P.E. Foundation To help all children struggling with all of the emotions of grief, mourning and family separation.
A special thanks to our children, clients, families and parents who volunteered through this horribly windy freezing day.
We met several families with horrific stories which they have experienced individually. We also met so many beautiful people who choose to volunteer with Cope for the cause. My greatest experience was when a man spoke of the recent statistics of fatality in the south county. The numbers have decreased slightly and that only means one thing, progress is working in our favor. This is a fight that will never stop. Cope Foundation began reaching out to local organizations in the south county for support and parterships. Currently we have begun serving a couple of families in Jamestown. With the support of local businesses and familes, we will direct out attention in the south county as well as North county. Wer are alway accepting financial support along with physical support.
Below is the story why Cope began. Alway know that our loved ones do not have to die in vein. My son Justin C. Matteson's memory will live on.
"On a cold Friday evening at 11:30pm I received a call from my son Justin. It was January 4, 2019. Justin wanted to tell me how much he loved and respected me and that he wants to be like me. Those words are not unusual. He would say this often. He vented about not being able to see his son who just turned 10 years old that day. His Ex-girlfriend refused to allow Justin to speak with his Son. Justin loves his children so much. Not realizing these would be the last words I will ever hear from my little boy again. When the sun arose, I got the worst call ever. I was notified that Justin is dead. In disbelief, I got in the car and drove to his home. There were several Police officers and medics. After pacing the ground, I was approached by the officers and the local Police Chief. I was asked if I would like to go inside and see my son? They warned me that this is not going to be easy. It never truly hit me until I saw my baby boy lying lifeless on the floor. He had a gentle smile and a warm face. At this exact moment, I screamed hysterically and fell onto my sons still body. I begged him to wake up. I pounded on his chest and screamed. I then cried an ocean of tears releasing a wave of emotions unlike any that I have ever experienced. Now realizing my son is gone. Forever!
The sadness and mourning of my child is and was horrendously painful. But I realized the Grandchildren have no father now. They knew and saw their father often. The children have been separated from any contact with me, the grandfather. I refused to allow this, so I filed and was granted Grandparents rights. I will always keep their Daddy's memory alive.
So now we have the C.O.P.E. Foundation To help all children struggling with all of the emotions of grief, mourning and family separation.
A special thanks to our children, clients, families and parents who volunteered through this horribly windy freezing day.
"Chautauqua County, like many other regions across the United States, has been impacted by the opioid addiction crisis. On October 2nd, 2023, the Chautauqua County Health Department, the Department of Mental Hygiene, the Jamestown Police Department, and the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning to county residents stating, "Four deaths suspected to be drug overdoses occurred over the weekend in the Jamestown vicinity. Officials warned that any street drug should be assumed to contain fentanyl, a highly dangerous opioid that is deadly in tiny quantities." According to the Chautauqua County Community Health Assessment, "the Overdose death rate involving any opioids, in Chautauqua County, age-adjusted rate per 100,000 population is 20.2% (according to Vital Page 6 Records, data as of November 2021). This is higher than the NYS rate of 14.9%."
Follow this childs disastrous path of addiction. No one child deserves this for he rest of theri life. parents need to grow up and make better choices. No ifs or buts about it!!!
CLICK OUR VIDEOS COLUMN TO SEE MORE DETAILS OF THIS BEAUTIFUL INNOCENT BABY.
This is exactly why Cope Foundation 19 works directly and solely with the children of OPIOD parents.
Please help us by sponsoring a child at risk now.
716-281-3636
or www.copefoundation19.com
CLICK OUR VIDEOS COLUMN TO SEE MORE DETAILS OF THIS BEAUTIFUL INNOCENT BABY.
This is exactly why Cope Foundation 19 works directly and solely with the children of OPIOD parents.
Please help us by sponsoring a child at risk now.
716-281-3636
or www.copefoundation19.com
Cope Foundation 19 held an indoor yard sale at The Family Martial Arts Center building located at 355 Central Ave Fredonia. It was a lot of fun. This opportunity allowed me to realize the impact we have in our community. Our purpose is a necessary mission and we are so thankful for the blessing of the support. I need to give special thanks to the following people who worked so diligently to make this event so successful. Bill Matteson, Kristy Matteson, Georgine Steffan, Doug Essek, Julie Essek(the Commander), Nicole Nickerson, Kat Bailey, Robert Ramsey and several other volunteers. We collected a large amount of money which will go directly to the children of the foundation. We still have a room filled with items. You may contact me personally if you would like to make a reasonable offer on the items.
The Holidays are here. We are accepting donations to bring love and peace to these children and their holiday smiles. You can log onto www.copefoundation19.com and click the donation option.
Our email is [email protected]
The Holidays are here. We are accepting donations to bring love and peace to these children and their holiday smiles. You can log onto www.copefoundation19.com and click the donation option.
Our email is [email protected]
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his award was recieved during our county event, "HOPE FOR THE NORTH COUNTY".
It is an absolute pleasure working side by side with not only the county government, by with so many agencies who fight for the same goal as Cope Foundation 19.
It is an absolute pleasure working side by side with not only the county government, by with so many agencies who fight for the same goal as Cope Foundation 19.
"ECR International of Dunkirk NY is a large sponsor of Cope Foundation 19. A children's non-profit organization who helps children who are affected by an opioid abusive parent or guardian. Bill Matteson is the Executive Director of Cope. At ECR International and Granby Industries, we’re in the business of keeping you comfortable. Our partnership has made us the leading North American manufacturer of residential and light commercial heating, cooling, storage equipment, and propane vessel fabrication and transport trucks.
ECT Plant supervisor Bill Hartford is in the photo with Cope Foundation 19 Executive Director Bill Matteson holding boxes of boots. These boots will be distributed to individuals who struggle to have proper footwear throughout the community which we live in. You may contact Cope Foundation 19 by emailing [email protected] to request a pair of boots.
ECT Plant supervisor Bill Hartford is in the photo with Cope Foundation 19 Executive Director Bill Matteson holding boxes of boots. These boots will be distributed to individuals who struggle to have proper footwear throughout the community which we live in. You may contact Cope Foundation 19 by emailing [email protected] to request a pair of boots.
Drug paraphernalia vending machines now??? Please click the link.
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Copy link to view our latest television interview
https://trms.lctv.net/CablecastPublicSite/show/9516?site=1
https://trms.lctv.net/CablecastPublicSite/show/9516?site=1
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I was honored to be a guest at the Dunkirk High School Unified basketball game weeks ago. My students from my karate dojo, The Family Martial Arts Center, asked if I would attend their game? I was honored and so very impressed with their individual sportsmanship and support for one another. I have attended a few of the games. On behalf of Cope Foundation19 and The Family Martial Arts Center, we donated a gift package for each of the athlete's. I was asked to speak during intermission and award each athlete their gift.
The love and compassion I witnessed from the staff/coaches is beyond normal. These coaches went way beyond and made sure these children had an opportunity to play a sport equal to any other athlete. These kids played by the exact rules as anyone else. But the kicker is that no matter what team they are on, they assisted their sport mates to obtain success and a basket. They are all winners. I encourage everyone to attend a game in the future. It is an experience you will never recieve unless you participate. In the photo are: Ahmad Mohamad, Bill Matteson(Executive Director of Cope Foundation 19), Izael, Jill Domenico(one of 3 coaches) and the amazing team. |
It has come to the end of our 2 month collection of shoes, sneakers, boots, sandles or any pair of gently worn footwear. If youm have a pair you would like to donate, please reach out to either one of our members, myself @ 716-680-1121 or Amy at [email protected].
A special Thank you to ERC International, Chautauqua Fitness, and Cummins Engine of Jamestown for their diligent efforts to collect so many shoes, sandles, boots and sneakers.
A special Thank you to ERC International, Chautauqua Fitness, and Cummins Engine of Jamestown for their diligent efforts to collect so many shoes, sandles, boots and sneakers.
COPE FOUNDATION 19 is participating in a county fund drive. Our hope is to collect funds to help support the children within our foundation. As little as forwarding our link will be so appreciated.
https://www.givebigchq.org/organizations/cope-foundation-19
https://www.givebigchq.org/organizations/cope-foundation-19
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The Cope Foundation 19 and the Chautauqua County Mental Hygiene Department are hosting an informational event OPEN to the public. There are speakers from the National Alliance of suicide prevention, Dunkirk Police Officer Gomez, Cope Foundation 19 Executive Director. Refreshments and karate demonstrations will be presented.
Physical fitness is a major stress relief and will help a person's focus and confidence. |
WALMART Fredonia
April 16th - 11:00am til 4:00pm
All proceeds go directly to the children of the Cope Foundation 19. Stop by and volunteer and donate.
CONGRATULATIONS to Jennifer H. who won the 50/50 drawing today.
April 16th - 11:00am til 4:00pm
All proceeds go directly to the children of the Cope Foundation 19. Stop by and volunteer and donate.
CONGRATULATIONS to Jennifer H. who won the 50/50 drawing today.
March 29, 30, 2023
Cope Foundation 19 attended a Narcan training seminar at Cumming Engine of Lakewood, NY. Then we hosted a COPE Foundation 19 presentation for the employees. It was amazing the knowledge you receive when you listen closely. Narcan is an essential antidote to opiate overdose especially with the high rate of fentanyl and heroin use in our area.
Thank you Jennifer Lundmark for keeping us involved with the employees in your plant
Cope Foundation 19 attended a Narcan training seminar at Cumming Engine of Lakewood, NY. Then we hosted a COPE Foundation 19 presentation for the employees. It was amazing the knowledge you receive when you listen closely. Narcan is an essential antidote to opiate overdose especially with the high rate of fentanyl and heroin use in our area.
Thank you Jennifer Lundmark for keeping us involved with the employees in your plant
The Symposium event held at Brocton Schools. The 9 hour gathering involved several educational lectures, awareness of the country's opioid pandemic and other knowledgable tools.
I held a very successful presentation for the Fredonia Middle School SADD ( Students Against Destructive Decisions). The impact was not only emotional, but I received much gratitude. Children were seen with tears. The message was real. The problem is real.
I am very grateful for Fredonia school to believe in my purpose, and to allow me to share with their students. This is the start of a county wide program.
Without the support from our County executive, PJ Wendell, Steve Kilburn of the county Mental Hygiene dept, Sheriff Quattrone, Dunkirk Mayor Willie Rosas, Fredonia Mayor Doug Essek, State Assemblyman Andrew Goodell, and the hard work from the Cope board members, this opportunity would never have occured. A special mention to Cummins Engine, ECR International, Tim Hortons, Harvest Chapel Church and The Family Martial Arts Center. This community is a generous community.
If you would like to sponsor and support a Cope child, please go to our Donations section.
I am very grateful for Fredonia school to believe in my purpose, and to allow me to share with their students. This is the start of a county wide program.
Without the support from our County executive, PJ Wendell, Steve Kilburn of the county Mental Hygiene dept, Sheriff Quattrone, Dunkirk Mayor Willie Rosas, Fredonia Mayor Doug Essek, State Assemblyman Andrew Goodell, and the hard work from the Cope board members, this opportunity would never have occured. A special mention to Cummins Engine, ECR International, Tim Hortons, Harvest Chapel Church and The Family Martial Arts Center. This community is a generous community.
If you would like to sponsor and support a Cope child, please go to our Donations section.
Please support the Cope Foundation 19 by donating to our fundraiser. You may scan the QR code or simple click the link, https://gofund.me/149aebef.
All are welcome. Mark your calendar. Learn about the opioid affects and the impact on our youth.
FREE event.
Over 350 people attend and it was a great success.
FREE event.
Over 350 people attend and it was a great success.
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I had an incredible experience and enjoyable luncheon at the Clarion Hotel. In memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I wish to thank everyone who worked so
hard and diligently to host this event. A special thanks to my guest, Shanon Clinkscales. |
Welcome our GOLD sponsor, ECR International, to the C.O.P.E. Foundation 19 family.
A community Family owned business who cares.
A community Family owned business who cares.
The Cope Foundation 19 is seeking financial support. Our client base has grown and there is much more need in the community to serve.
If you can help, please click the contributing section and follow the prompts. You are greatly appreciated.
If you can help, please click the contributing section and follow the prompts. You are greatly appreciated.
Thank you very much, HOME DEPOT for donating a Troy Bilt snow blower for our raffle ticket event. We raised $1,430 for the ticket sales.
The winner is Georgene Steffan of Fredonia. CONGRATULATIONS!
The winner is Georgene Steffan of Fredonia. CONGRATULATIONS!
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the memorial garden.
In the photo L-R: Steve Kilburn (Mental Hygiene), Assemblyman Andrew Goodell, William Matteson (Executive director of Cope Foundation19), County Executive PJ Wendel, Fredonia Village Mayor Doug Essek. |
Mrs. Kristine and Mr. William Matteson |
RIBBON CUTTING ceremony.
October 7, 2022 @ noon. Please join our County Executive Wendel and other county officials while we introduce the C.O.P.E. Foundation 19 memory garden.
25 Church St. Fredonia, NY. 14063
Public welcome...
You may sponsor a name plate for a loved one by contacting Bill at 716-680-1121.
If you have a financial hardship and cannot afford the name plate, you may apply for a scholarship.
October 7, 2022 @ noon. Please join our County Executive Wendel and other county officials while we introduce the C.O.P.E. Foundation 19 memory garden.
25 Church St. Fredonia, NY. 14063
Public welcome...
You may sponsor a name plate for a loved one by contacting Bill at 716-680-1121.
If you have a financial hardship and cannot afford the name plate, you may apply for a scholarship.
All are welcome. This activity is for children and Families. Refreshments will be provided. Simply just show up or contact me to get more information.
The events are hosted at HARVEST CHAPEL FREE METHODIST CHURCH 39 Matteson Street Fredonia, NY. 14063
The events are hosted at HARVEST CHAPEL FREE METHODIST CHURCH 39 Matteson Street Fredonia, NY. 14063
The Cope Foundation 19 spaghetti dinner fundraiser was a success! We raised over $3,000. We would like to thank the Brocton American Legion - Post 434 and the community for making this a event a success.
Register now. I believe this group will share inspiration, acceptance and wisdom from God.
For all of the Cope Foundation members and their families, Cope clients and sponsors, we welcome you to join us for the celebration of the new year. Simply contact the Executive Director, William Matteson and notify me. We will have music, food and games.
A very special Thank you goes to the following vendors:
Rare finds (Joy Mott), Customized Labware (Matt Benware), Discovery toys (JoAnn Catalano), Chalk Couture (Lisa Matteson), Inception 3D (Jennifer), Angelica Lynn Photography (Angelica Aponte), Bett’s Candle melts (Betty Szukala), Back to your roots farm (Nathan Carpenter), BNL CREATIONS (Brittany Lombardo). A special thanks goes out to 2 of the most important women who made this all happen so smoothly. Kristy Gehling and Lynda Karlstrom. Cope’s fundraiser committee.
Rare finds (Joy Mott), Customized Labware (Matt Benware), Discovery toys (JoAnn Catalano), Chalk Couture (Lisa Matteson), Inception 3D (Jennifer), Angelica Lynn Photography (Angelica Aponte), Bett’s Candle melts (Betty Szukala), Back to your roots farm (Nathan Carpenter), BNL CREATIONS (Brittany Lombardo). A special thanks goes out to 2 of the most important women who made this all happen so smoothly. Kristy Gehling and Lynda Karlstrom. Cope’s fundraiser committee.
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I wish to thank all who participated in our 1st annual memory walk to remember. The weather was incredible. We had a great turn out. Everyone was happy. And most importantly, we got the word out. Cope Foundation is on a mission and a great one it is. A special thanks to our sponsors: 64 on The Pier, First student bus company of Fredonia, The Family Martial Arts Center and Harvest Chapel church of Fredonia.
On behalf of my son Justin Matteson and Elise Hupcej, mission accomplished. |