WISH - Women Inspiring Supporting & Helping

02/10/2025

🌟 Member Spotlight: Rebecca Swain-Eng! 🌟

We LOVE to highlight our AMAZING WISH members, and today, we’re celebrating Rebecca Swain-Eng! 🎉

Rebecca is an incredible leader, supporter, and connector in our community. She joined WISH to engage with like-minded women who uplift, empower, and grow together—and she truly embodies that spirit! 💜

✨ CEO/Founder of SEA Healthcare
✨ CEO/Co-Founder of The Quality Collaborative
✨ Doctorate in Population Health from Thomas Jefferson University (Congrats, Rebecca! 🎓🎉)
✨ Dedicated volunteer serving on the Board & President-Elect for NAWBO-Greater DC

Rebecca is ALWAYS there to support WISH—whether it’s participating in events, donating to our causes, or cheering us on! Let’s show her some love and appreciation for all she does. 💖👏

Drop a comment below to celebrate Rebecca! ⬇️✨

02/06/2025

We are incredibly grateful for the support and partnership of The Temple: A Paul Mitchell Partner School and Sharon Riser whose talented stylists will donate their time and expertise to create stunning hair and makeup looks for our models. Their artistry will bring beauty and confidence to the runway, making this event truly shine!

A special thank you to @ Nelson Coleman Jewelers and Emmaline Briley for adorning our models with breathtaking jewelry, adding elegance and sparkle to the occasion. Even more inspiring, they will donate 10% of their sales that day to Frederick Health, helping to support vital healthcare initiatives in our community.

Join us for a delightful Afternoon Tea and Fashion Show in partnership with Frederick Health Select Seconds, a premier thrift boutique that supports Frederick Health Hospital. Step into a world of style and philanthropy as we unveil the latest trends and enjoy an elegant afternoon! This special event blends fashion and compassion and is filled with delicious tea, savory treats, and the latest fashion trends while supporting great causes.

Date: Sunday March 23
Time: 12PM - 3PM
Location: Delaplaine Arts Center 40 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD 21701

Tickets: Tickets are $40 ($44.52 with service fee). Reserve your spot TODAY! Only 20 Tickets left!

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Together, we're making a difference - one dazzling look at a time!

01/31/2025

Vision Board Night was so INSPIRATIONAL! Thank YOU South Mountain Overlook for hosting us at your BEAUTIFUL Retreat!

01/31/2025

WISH Annual Vision Board Night! was FULFILLING! We look forward to and enjoy this evening together at the beginning of each year. A vision board is a tool used for visualization and goal setting. A collage of images, words and affirmations that represent the things we want to achieve, acquire or experience in life.

The purpose of a vision board is to create a visual representation of your goals and desires, helping to clarify your intentions and keep them at the forefront of your mind.

We spoke about regularly viewing our vision boards, to reinforce our goals and intentions, to help us stay focused, motivated and aligned with our personal visions. We like to think of it as “manifesting success” and personal growth.

Sending a big THANK YOU to Michele, Amanda, and Tatiana of South Mountain Overlook for hosting us in their BEAUTIFUL Event Space.

01/13/2025

We had an EXCITING Kick-off to the New Year with our AMAZING WISH Sister, Tonya Hatosy-Stier at our recent WISH - Women Inspiring Supporting & Helping ! As our tradition continues, we launch the New Year with a MOTIVATIONAL Speaker—someone who brings love and light to our hearts and souls. Tonya brought ALL of that PLUS gave us some challenging and thought provoking lessons to work through together.

Tonya is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in nonprofit and for-profit management, fundraising, community engagement, and people development. What an AMAZING way to start our day and prepare us for our upcoming annual vision board night! WISH Annual Vision Board Night!

We kicked the year off at a new location, Delizia Cafe which offered a cozy, friendly environment with DELICIOUS food and tasty coffee ☕!

Our HEARTS are FULL 🥰

❤️

12/13/2024

“We WISH you happy holidays....

“We WISH you happy holidays.

12/06/2024

WISH morning meeting with Santa, the North Pole crew and the WONDERFUL WISH - Women Inspiring Supporting & Helping women! It's been a BUSY, FUN week! We enjoyed our special time together and shared our gratitude for our lives and the people in our world. We also had the opportunity to ask Santa for any special help, support, and positive thoughts for our friends, family and personal goals for next year. He was very accommodating 🎅🦌🎄 ❤️

12/06/2024

12/06/2024

Thank YOU to everyone who SUPPORTED and ATTENDED WISH Festive Firs Tree Auction ! We are deeply GRATEFUL for ALL of your SUPPORT! Seeing all of the passionate caring souls there, helping to give back to our community and all the AMAZING nonprofits was beyond measure. There is no limit to what we can accomplish when Women come together and SUPPORT each other! WISH - Women Inspiring Supporting & Helping ❤️

12/04/2024

THANK YOU Heartly House and The Frederick Rescue Mission for participating in this very SPECIAL event WISH Festive Firs Tree Auction 🎄✨

HEARTLY HOUSE
Our tree name ~ It begins with us
Our holiday tree represents an open door, a warm and inclusive welcome for all seeking refuge. For 45 years, Heartly House has stood as a beacon of safety and sanctuary for survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking. In considering Heartly House’s mission to end domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking, each hand-engraved ornament on this tree represents how each and every person can begin to fulfill that mission: hoping for a better world, showing peace towards our neighbors, living with love for self and others, finding joy even in the darkest of life’s moments, and believing that a world without abuse is possible.

Heartly House provides hope to those in their darkest hours, offering light to guide individuals on their healing journey and paving a path toward a brighter, empowered future. This tree serves as a symbol of the unwavering support, resilience, and hope that Heartly House embodies for the community. Through its mission, Heartly House continues to ensure that every survivor has access to safety, resources, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity and strength. Each ornament reminds us that together, we can create a world where everyone feels welcome, safe, and valued.

THE FREDERICK RESCUE MISSION
When considering the theme, we went to a group of lovely ladies that we enjoy spending time with and asked them what they thought would be a tree theme to communicate the story of Christmas. We had an engaging conversation, and we landed on a Nativity Tree.

What we do at the Mission is to give folks good news not just about how we can help them in difficult times but also to share the love of the Lord with them. That is the story of Christmas. We know that Jesus came to proclaim good news to the poor, to proclaim freedom for the prisoners, and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free. It is our desire to help spread the good news to those seeking help.

12/03/2024

THANK YOU Woman to Woman Mentoring, SHIP of Frederick County, & Blessings in a Backpack, Frederick Chapter for participating in this very SPECIAL event WISH Festive Firs Tree Auction 🎄✨

Woman to Woman Mentoring
We present to you the Women Empowerment Christmas Tree
Our tree is a celebration of the strength, beauty, and potential of every woman. This visually stunning holiday centerpiece promotes confidence, unity, and empowerment. A combination of soft pinks, whites, and blush tones creates a warm, inviting atmosphere complimented by soft white lights, sparkly snowflakes and inspirational ornaments featuring empowering words.
We chose our theme to truly embody the mission of Woman to Woman Mentoring. Inspired by our main logo, this 3-D version represents the growth and resilience of all women. It also represents our inspiration for connection, empathy, and care.

SHIP of Frederick County
Student Homelessness Initiative Partnership (SHIP) of Frederick County is proud to showcase a tree representing our partnership with the schools and community! SHIP's mission is to build capacity in students from ages kindergarten through 24 to reduce housing insecurity, homelessness, and their impact by breaking the systemic barriers facing Frederick County youth.

Blessings in a Backpack, Frederick Chapter
Our tree’s theme is “Giving Back.” Our tree, artfully decorated by our Frederick volunteers, is dedicated to the Blessings in a Backpack Frederick community of Volunteers and children that we serve. Our volunteers give back their time and energy to feed the children of Frederick county over the weekend each and every day. The tree is adorned with our handcrafted “Giving Blessings in a Back-pack Frederick” ornaments, each one special in their own way, just like our community. These ornaments are created using origami techniques and represent the uniqueness of the children we serve. There are 40 origami ornaments, each one signifies 100 of the nearly 4,000 children we feed each week. The tree is also highlighted with reds and whites to represent the colors of Blessings in a Backpack.

12/02/2024

THANK YOU Karlys Kline and Tonya Hatosy-Stier for your DONATION and PARTICIPATION with WISH Festive Firs Tree Auction 🎄✨

Our tree is "Glam Wonderland"

Karlys and Tonya are GENEROUS WISH members, who dedicate their time, helping people, organizations, and nonprofits in our community daily. We are Blessed to have them as part of our WISH Family!

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Thursday, December 5th
Festive Firs FUNdraiser 🎄
5:30PM - 9:30PM
Delaplaine Arts Center
40 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD 21701
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11/29/2024

THANK YOU Robyn C**n Wheat and Village Crossing at Worman's Mill for your DONATION and PARTICIPATION with WISH Festive Firs Tree Auction 🎄✨ 🎁

Village Crossing at Worman’s Mill is a luxurious modernized senior living community for seniors in need of assisted living, memory care, and respite care where they receive customizable care to meet their individual needs. Our mission is to empower our residents to live fulfilled and vibrant lives by providing personalized care and exceptional services tailored to their individual needs and wants. We are a service-oriented organization committed to fostering an environment of respect, activity, compassion, and community through a range of specialized services, including personalized care plans and social engagements. We embrace a fun environment around our residents’ various sports teams that they love with passion and cheer for every week.

Our team is passionate about creating a warm, nurturing atmosphere where every resident feels valued and at home.

We chose the Purple/Ravens theme for a couple of reasons; purple represents Alzheimer's awareness which is very near and dear to our hearts as well as the color of the local NFL team, GO Ravens 🏈!

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Thursday, December 5th
Festive Firs FUNdraiser 🎄
5:30PM - 9:30PM
Delaplaine Arts Center
40 S Carroll St, Frederick, MD 21701
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11/26/2024

Thank YOU Kristen Wojdan and Maryland Double Deckers for your DONATION and PARTICIPATION with the WISH Festive Firs Tree Auction 🎄✨ 🎁

Maryland Double Deckers is a unique tour and transportation service operating in the heart of Maryland. Specializing in iconic double-decker buses, this company offers a variety of themed tours, private charters and family-friendly experiences that showcase the best of Maryland's vibrant cities, scenic landscapes and cultural landmarks.

From historic tours throughout Frederick County to scenic countryside adventures featuring local wineries, distilleries and breweries, Maryland Double Deckers provides an unforgettable way to explore the region. The open-top bus allows guests to enjoy panoramic views, creating a memorable experience for locals and visitors alike.

In addition to regular sightseeing tours, Maryland Double Deckers is known for creative themed rides, such as themed family tours, wine and distillery tours, and seasonal events like holiday light rides and fall foliage tours. The service is also available for private bookings, making it a popular choice for weddings, corporate outings and group celebrations.

With its commitment to comfort, safety and fun, Maryland Double

Deckers offers a fresh perspective on classic sightseeing, blending entertainment with a touch of nostalgia on their iconic double-decker bus. Whether you're a tourist discovering Maryland for the first time or a local looking for a new adventure, Maryland Double Deckers promises a ride to remember.

"Tea Tree" – A Festive Tribute to British Tea Tradition and Holiday Comfort
Our themed Christmas tree, "Tea Tree," is inspired by the timeless tradition of tea, a symbol of comfort, connection and serenity celebrated around the world, but especially cherished in British culture. During the holidays, much like afternoon tea, we gather with loved ones to share warmth, stories and laughter. This tree honors those cozy moments, bringing the elegance and charm of British tea rituals into the heart of the season.

We chose this theme to celebrate the history and cultural significance of tea, particularly its role in British heritage as a time-honored tradition of relaxation and connection. Just as tea offers a moment of peace during a busy day, this tree reminds us to pause, savor and embrace the magic of the holiday season.

Let the "Tea Tree" bring a little British flair to your festivities, symbolizing togetherness, tranquility, and the timeless tradition of sharing tea with loved ones. Cheers to a merry and cozy holiday season!

11/25/2024

THANK YOU Sleep in Heavenly Peace for participating in this very SPECIAL event WISH Festive Firs Tree Auction 🎄✨ 🎁

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is an organization composed of locations throughout the United States, with the major goal of providing children with the materials to sleep safely and comfortably. Each chapter throughout the nation of this non-profit organization continuously holds bed-building and delivery events in which the workforce substantially consists of passionate and dedicated volunteers. During bed builds, volunteers collaborate in a high-spirited environment, working in assembly lines to carefully construct the beds. Bed deliveries can contain some of the most beautiful experiences, as volunteers go to the recipient’s houses to personally install beds, blankets, and pillows, and watch the childrens’ reactions.

The name of this tree is Sweet Dreams
We intend the theme of this tree to represent a safe and innocent haven where childrens’ only worry at night is what their dreams will be about, capturing the essence of the “Heavenly Peace” aspect of the organization’s name. At SHP, we believe all children deserve a sound and comfortable space to sleep at night, and preach the motto “No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town!”. We value high-quality sleep because we know it is a vital aspect of childhood, leading to better growth and development, greater performance in school, and overall finer quality of life.

Rheahana and I (Daniela), the decorators of the tree, are two high school juniors who are passionate about our community. We lead an SHP club at our school in which we promote its goals and have made blankets to donate. I have participated in many bed-building and delivery events for SHP, which encouraged me to start this club at my school. As an active member of the community, I volunteer every week at Frederick Health Hospital, aiding in patient discharges and visitor transport. A few years back, I built and donated a Little Library to Waverly Elementary School as a part of my Girl Scout Silver Award Project to promote easier accessibility to reading among children. Rheahana is also an active member of the community, as she manages the Urbana High School volleyball team and is a junior volunteer coach for the non-profit organization, Girls on the Run. She has also demonstrated her commitment to leadership through her class presidency every year since the 8th grade. We are both deeply passionate about making a difference in our very own communities.

11/22/2024

Our annual WISH - Women Inspiring Supporting & Helping FriendsGiving was INCREDIBLE! AMAZING people, DELICIOUS food, and MEANINGFUL conversation. We were able to collect a VEHICLE FULL of donations for The Rescue Mission and Faith House 🥰. Sending a BIG, LOVING thank YOU to Kim for hosting at her beautiful 🏡 home!

Friendship is the spice of life ~ Here's to friends who've become family! ❤️🦃