November 12th, 2022
Polish American Foundation of CT
25th Anniversary Celebration
The Grove Foundation had the pleasure of attending the 25th anniversary celebration of the Polish American Foundation of Connecticut. We admire all of the wonderful work they do, as well as the projects and organizations they support.
We would also like to recognize the President of the foundation, Andre Blaszczynski, pictured left, for his tireless and dedicated work in running the organization.
October 21st - 23rd
Viva Bach Peterborough Festival
It was an honor and pleasure for us at the Foundation to participate in this incredible event. To see so many people working together, connected by their love of Bach, was truly inspiring.
If you click HERE you can see a few short videos from the event. One from the rehearsal, and one from the final concert.
October 1st & 2nd, 2022
Picture from the Armonk Outdoor Art Show
For the first time, The Elzbieta and David Grove Foundation participated more directly in the art show. Gathering works kindly donated by several artists, we were able to provide many individual stories and raise money by auctioning off these pieces at the end of the show.
We would like to extend our deepest thanks to all the artists who kindly donated their work to the auction.
September 29th, 2022
Pictures from the Performance ‘Slask Around the World’
It was an honor and a pleasure to be one of the sponsors of the tour of legendary Polish folk ensemble ‘Slask’ during their east coast tour of the US.
September 19th, 2022
We are very happy to announce our sponsorship of the Viva Bach Peterborough Festival in New Hampshire from October 21st-23rd.
We are grateful to Veronika Schreiber, the artistic director of the event, for the invitation and we look forward to our attendance and participation.
September 12th, 2022
The Grove Foundation visited the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Tricia Smit, director of individual giving and special events, hosted our stay.
We also had the pleasure of being joined by David Horak, orchid curator for BBG, and his disciple Chris Sprindis, both of whom gave us a comprehensive tour of the orchid collection. All of the plants were in incredible shape, and although only a few were in bloom, we did see some amazing specimens like the on pictured to the right.
September 11th, 2022
The Grove Foundation participated in the beautiful International Folk Festival in Arsonia, CT. There were wonderful dance groups representing 8 different countries. As you can see from the photos on the left, the dancers not only represented various countries, but ages as well.
August 31st, 2022
On August 31st, the Grove Foundation participated in the 5th and final performance in the Mid-Summer Music concert series presented by The Polish American Foundation of CT, and the New Britain Museum of American Art.
It was entitled “Musical Vigil for Peace”, and was dedicated to the eventual end to the struggle and suffering happening to the citizens of Ukraine.
August 18th, 2022
This year marks the 120 year anniversary, uninterrupted by war or conflict, of the Zelenski Stained Glass Workshop in Krakow Poland.
Beginning August 18th, 18 of the most beautiful and impressive works of Zelenski were presented throughout the city of Krakow, both for appreciation and as an invitation with descriptions and maps to find other works throughout the city as well as to visit the Museum in person.
The Grove Foundation would like to give special recognition to Piotr Ostrowski, artistic director and owner for more than 20 years of the Stained Glass Workshop and Museum, and his wife Urszula Ostrowka, President of the Museum Foundation.
They are pictured to the left receiving the POLONIA MINOR MEDAL from the city of Krakow to honor their amazing achievements and this anniversary.
To see pictures from the exhibition in Krakowskie Planty click HERE.
August 3rd & 17th, 2022
On August 3rd, the Grove Foundation was able to participate in the Midsummer Music Concert Series held by the Polish American Foundation of Connecticut.
The entire concert series, running from July 6th to August 31st, highlighted several talented musicians, interesting musical expression, wonderful instrument choices, and was a pleasure to experience in person. We are greatly looking forward to seeing the final performance on August 31st.
For more details, please find their website on our list of beneficiaries.
July 14th, 2022
Representatives from The Grove Foundation were invited to attend the 2022 Immigrant Heritage Hall of Fame Gala in Plantsville, CT. It was a wonderful event focusing on the achievements of first generation female immigrants.
Unfortunately we were unable to attend the event in person, but we support their mission and celebrate their spotlight on these four incredible individuals.
June 3rd, 2022
On June 3rd, many gathered at Kittle House to celebrate the philanthropic achievements of Seema Boesky.
Pictured to the right with Kittle House owner Mr. Crabtree, Ms. Boesky was joined by present and former members of The Boys and Girls Club, associates, co-workers, friends and family for a touching tribute to all the lives she has affected.
The Elzbieta and David Grove Foundation applauds and is inspired by her efforts and activism.
May 2nd, 2022
We were invited to the Brooklyn Botanical Garden Cherry Blossom celebration.
This was the first event of its kind post-Covid, and it was a pleasure for all BBG sponsors and friends to enjoy the splendor of nature together.
May 1st, 2022
We were fortunate to participate in one of the new series of concerts offered by Copeland House at the Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck.
After the concert, there was a panel including one of the composers, John Musto (pictured 2nd from the left), as well as the host of the event Michael Boriskin.
Even with the necessary safety precautions in place, it was a pleasure to enjoy live music and to have the opportunity to interact with musicians after so much time away.
April 28th, 2022
We were happy to find out that this year the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Westchester, after 2 years of not being able to hold the event in person, was able to have people in attendance for their Youth of the Year celebration.
The 2022 winner of Youth of the Year was Kacy Espitia. She was awarded the Luis Grove Award by the Foundation as an additional prize for her accomplishment. Attached below her information is a hand written note we received from Kacy, thanking us for our support as she pursues her dreams at Loyola Maryland this fall.
We congratulate Kacy, and all of the finalists, for all of their accomplishments.
April 19th, 2022
We were invited to the Greenwich Arts Council for a concert of Monika Krajewska. She is not only an amazing singer, but also the creator of the Youtube channel Music Discoveries where she introduces and celebrates different types of music.
Our Foundation is happy and proud to be a part of this project.
April 2nd, 2022
We are celebrating the beautiful manner in which The Museum of Stained Glass in Krakow, pictured on the right displayed in the museum coffee shop, has shown its solidarity for the country of Ukraine.
They are starting projects that will allow Ukrainian refugees, free of charge, to visit the museum while guided by a native speaker fluent in both Ukrainian and Russian, as well as a childrens program that teaches the creation of stained glass art. We are proud to financially support these initiatives and honor the actions of the Museum of Stained Glass doing its part to normalize the struggle so many are enduring.
March 20th, 2022
The Grove Foundation is honored to receive an invitation as the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Westchester announces its Youth of the Year for 2022. As is tradition, the winner will also receive the Lois Grove Award from the foundation.
On March 7th, the Grove Foundation made a $110,000 donation to support Ukraine in their fight for liberty and a free world.
We sent 30k directly to the National Bank in Kiev to support the Ukrainian Army, 40k to Doctors Without Borders and 40k was sent to the International Rescue Committee - both for “SOS for Ukraine”.