Sunday, October 4, 2009 turned out to be one of the most social days in Dutchess County but that didn't stop a terrific crowd of honorees and supporters of Dutchess Outreach from having a wonderful time at the Third Annual Brunch. Attendees at the Dutchess Golf and Country Club were treated to food for thought and a delicious meal and they dug in heartily to the live and silent auction presentations.

Recipients of this year's Community Partner Awards were Vassar College and Marist College. Vassar President, Dr. Catharine "Cappy" Hill accepted on behalf of Vassar College and Bob West, VP of Advancement accepted on behalf of Marist. Both colleges were recognized for the continued efforts by both staff and students to help the needy of our county by supporting the work of Dutchess Outreach.

Brunch MC, Charles S. North, Chairman and CEO of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce and guest speaker, broadcaster Joe Daily, of Q92.1 Radio, made the occasion lively and enjoyable.

Special thanks go to the event sponsors: Ulster Savings Bank, Central Hudson, Chazen Companies, Health Quest Systems, M & T Charitable Fund, St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Thrivent Financial For Lutherans Foundation, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Key Bank - Fishkill, MVP, Rhinebeck Savings Bank and Riverside Bank.

The event committee members and Chair did an outstanding job in helping to raise much needed funds and provide a very entertaining and worthwhile experience for all who attended.