Philanthropists Mike and Erin Martucci Join Business Leaders Josh and Lisa Sommers In Honoring Healthcare Providers
GOSHEN, N.Y. (May 4, 2020) – The Michael & Erin Martucci Family Foundation and local businessman Josh Sommers and his wife Lisa teamed up to deliver flower arrangements to Orange Regional Medical Center in Middletown on Sunday and Catskill Regional Medical Center in Harris on Monday. Both donations were to thank courageous healthcare providers and inspire continued gifts of gratitude from the community during the unprecedented coronavirus pandemic.
These gifts were in partnership with Absolutely Flowers in Middletown, which provided the flowers at cost. The donations coincided with flower donations to Orange Regional Medical Center from area Lowe’s home improvement centers.
“These dedicated hospital providers are on the front lines,” said Michael Martucci, a farmer and entrepreneur who helped fund the donation with his wife Erin through the family philanthropic foundation they founded. “We are proud to provide a modest gift to men and women who – with honor, courage and sacrifice – serve local residents around the clock when they need it most.”
“We are grateful for the courage of all hospital providers,” said Josh Sommers, President and CEO of Focus Media Inc., a prominent Hudson Valley and New York public relations and marketing firm. “They provide specialized care that advances our entire region’s quality of life. Our gift is to let them know that we are thankful for everything they do.”
Local hospitals, first responders and other healthcare heroes have been relied upon more than ever before during the coronavirus pandemic. Communities are uniting to recognize healthcare teams for the life-saving efforts they selflessly provide around the clock, day in and day out. They meet this challenge with passion, resilience and commitment – all while taking every precaution to safeguard their own well-being and their loved ones at home.
“We thank the Michael & Erin Martucci Family Foundation, Josh and Lisa Sommers, Absolutely Flowers and Lowe’s for thinking of and honoring our dedicated providers,” said Gerard J. Galarneau, MD, President of the Greater Hudson Valley Health System Medical Group. Dr. Galarneau was part of the leadership team that graciously accepted the flowers. “We join these wonderful community members in offering gratitude and admiration for all our team does to nurture hope and healing.”
Jonathan Schiller, Chief Executive Officer of Catskill Regional Medical Center, was grateful for the donations and how the community has rallied behind medical center providers. “It’s wonderful when the community steps forward and recognizes our talented healthcare team,” he said. “Our heroes make an unforgettable difference. Thank you to these great community members for supporting us.”
About the Michael & Erin Martucci Family Foundation
Michael and Erin Martucci are lifelong residents of the Hudson Valley and Catskills regions. Both come from families with strong ties to the local community and they are sharing that same community-mindedness with their growing family. Michael and Erin reside in New Hampton with their two children and own a family farm in Westtown, Orange County. Learn more about the Michael & Erin Martucci Family Foundation at MartucciFoundation.org.
About Focus Media, Inc.
Focus Media, Inc. is an award-winning, full-service public relations and marketing firm specializing in market research, branding, design, collateral development, TV and radio production, media planning and placement. Since launching the company in 2002, President and CEO Josh Sommers has assembled a highly talented team of marketing experts, public relations strategists and acclaimed graphic designers who have made Focus Media a preeminent advertising agency known for its creativity, innovation and cutting-edge marketing strategies. Visit FocusMediaUSA.com.
