N.E.T. & Die contributes to the Fulton Block Builder Program

N.E.T. & Die President and CEO, Michelle Shatrau has noticed the positive changes happening in the city of Fulton and wanted N.E.T. & Die to be a part of this success. “We are pleased to make a donation of $500 and support the Fulton Block Builderr (FBB) transformation initiative. We are proud to be a part of the City of Fulton and want to support projects that make the city a better place to live and work. “

N.E.T. & Die, Inc. is a third generation family-owned and operated CNC machine shop located in Fulton since the 1960s.  They provide custom, prototype, low volume production and repair machined products. They have manufactured large items such as staging equipment for cruise ships and Las Vegas casinos and small items like tank scopes for the military. With over 500 years of manufacturing experience, their team can provide unparalleled engineering support and machining expertise.

Linda Eagan, FBB Director said “the support of our local businesses has been heartwarming and inspiring. We welcome N.E.T. & Die’s support and thank them for their confidence in the work FBB is doing.”

The Fulton Block Builder project is dedicated to revitalizing Fulton’s neighborhoods one block at a time. The core feature of this approach is to build on strengths rather than just fix weaknesses. Property owners working together in one block builds community and generates confidence.  Pride is what comes through. Pride is the name of the game. It is the essence of stability which in turn is the backbone of good schools, a strong tax base, a vibrant civic and cultural life, and a thriving downtown.

Fulton family-owned business N.E.T. & Die support Fulton Block Builders. From left to right are cousins Patrick Poyneer, Supply Chain Lead; Michelle Shatrau, President and CEO; and Robert “Boog” Shatrau, General Manager.

Fulton Block Builders Continues to Receive Donations

FBB recently received a generous donation from the Fulton Teachers Association. Their president, Kerrie Phillips, said, “The Fulton Block Builder (FBB) program has been making significant positive changes in our community, changes that support healthy living for all our residents including our children and youth. The Teachers Association strives to be a positive influence in our schools, community, state and country and we are proud to support Fulton Block Builders.”

“The generosity of so many is inspirational” said Linda Eagan, FBB founder “Our community has amazed me since the launch of Fulton Block Builders in so many ways. This is one more example of that amazement!”

Block Challenge Grants are given to residents on neighborhood blocks who all commit to completing exterior “street appeal” improvements on their homes. Each resident works on their own home and once the work is completed and pictures and receipts are submitted, they are reimbursed by FBB for half the cost of the improvements, up to $1,000. These grants require at least 50% of the houses within a block to come together and apply as a group, which creates a compound effect of multiple, simultaneous investments signaling to those inside and outside of these neighborhoods that the market has changed in a fundamental way. In its first five years, participating properties have invested nearly $3million in their homes, supporting dozens of new doors, windows, sidewalk repair, painting, landscaping, and much more.

Fulton Teachers Association donate $400 to Fulton Block Builders. Pictured from left to right are Kerrie Phillips, Karen Noel and Ann Casey

Fulton Block Builders receive support from Fulton Noon & Sunrise Rotaries, WD Malone and Dental Health Solutions

As the Fulton Block Builder (FBB) fundraising campaign is drawing to a close, several civic groups and businesses have pledged their support. Nancy Kush Ellis from Fulton Noon Rotary said “I am honored to support the Block Challenge program. The work that this group has been able to accomplish is outstanding! I believe the potential for year six will continue exceed expectations. It is my understanding that FBB has awarded over 1000 properties and realized a resident investment of three million dollars. That is a lot to be proud of! I encourage businesses and individuals to learn all they can and support this momentum!”

Fulton Sunrise Rotary is a powerful advocate and has great love for the city of Fulton and the new grassroots organizations popping up in the city. “Sunrise Rotary has supported FBB every year since we began. I am so proud of this collaboration and support” said Linda Eagan, FBB Director.

“Fulton Block Builders are very happy to announce W.D. Malone’s and Dental Health Solutions’ support” said Ann Casey of the FBB Fundraising Committee. “The support of local businesses is so important for us to reach our $50,000 goal and realize the entire Richard S. Shineman match.”

Dr. Juan Lopez and Ryan Malone are excited to see the changes FBB is bringing to Fulton. Much like both businesses that strive to bring about improved natural beauty to the landscape and your smile, FBB is beautifying life in Fulton.

If you’d like to learn more about Fulton Block Builders or donate, go to https://www.fultonblockbuilders.com/

Jerry Seguin, Steve Osborne and Nancy Kush Ellis represent Fulton Noon Rotary’s support of Fulton Block Builders

Lakeside Roofing and Siding Sees Fulton Block Builders as a Solid Investment

“At Lakeside Roofing and Siding, our team has a commitment to assist each customer with high quality, personalized service,” said Mark Blowers, Lakeside store manager. “Our commitment to the Fulton Block Builder (FBB) program is an extension of that commitment. We are impressed with the work that is being done throughout the city and the neighborly relationships forming. We are happy to offer FBB participants discounts and wanted to do more. Donating $500 is just one more way Lakeside can support this solid investment in the city of Fulton.”

“The community support for Fulton Block Builders is amazing in so many ways,” said Linda Eagan FBB Director. “Not only are businesses like Lakeside supporting the FBB movement, but residents are making a point of shopping locally for their home improvements. It’s definitely a win-win!

“In just a few short years, residents are realizing the value of Lakeside Roofing and Siding to our community. The store can be found in Hannibal in the old Scott’s Hardware location on Auburn Street. You’ll see facilities that are clean inside and out. Warehouses, with well-organized inventory and knowledgeable staff ready to meet your needs.”

If your business is interested in providing discounts to participants or make a donation for the FBB fundraising campaign, please e-mail Eagan at fultonblockbuilders@gmail.com.

Mark Blowers, Lakeside Roofing and Siding Store Manager and Brett Holbrook, Sales recently presented Fulton Block Builders with a check to continue Lakeside’s support of the program’s participants.

Fulton Block Builders continue to receive support and donations from the community

Cassandra Nelson, Funeral Director, and General Manager at Foster Funeral Home recently presented Linda Eagan Fulton Block Builder (FBB), Director with a generous donation of $1,500. “Foster Funeral Home has been watching the enthusiasm grow in the city and believes in trust, honesty and commitment to our community.  FBB’s mission to Restore City Pride -One Block at a Time is a program Foster Funeral Home is proud to support” said Nelson.

“Since FBB’s start in 2017, FBB has awarded 1,035 Block Challenge, Paint Fulton, and Pride Grants,” said Eagan. “Nearly 3 million dollars has been invested in Fulton’s participating properties since our start! Last year was another fantastic year for the FBB program. Thirty-two blocks were awarded Block Challenge Grants and Pride Grants, with FBB supporting 236 properties spread throughout the city. For every dollar invested by FBB, property owners invested four times that amount.”

Since 1919 Rudolph P. Foster, Clifford C. Foster, and Paul E. Foster have been serving the Fulton-Hannibal and Central New York Community. During that time, they have established one of the most reliable funeral homes. Oswego County and the surrounding area families benefit from several services provided by the professional directors and staff at Foster Funeral Home. There is always a licensed funeral director available to respond to your family's needs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It's the way things started here in 1919, and it's still reflected at Foster Funeral Home today.

Donations can be made on the FBB website at: https://www.fultonblockbuilders.com/donate/or by mailing a check to:

CenterState CEO Foundation Inc.-Fulton Block Builders

115 W. Fayette Street

Syracuse, New York 13202

Jody Ann Morgan, Funeral Director; Heather Sturges, Funeral Director, Cassandra Nelson, General Manager and Funeral Director and Klara Stellingwerf, Office Manager for Foster Funeral Home support Fulton Block Builders.

Eastern Shore Associates Support Fulton Block Builders for the 2022 season

Eastern Shore Associates is a 100% employee-owned, client-focused agency with over 80 insurance professionals operating from six branch offices throughout Central and Upstate New York. They work with over 30 insurance companies, giving them the ability to find the best solution to each of their customers' insurance needs. The employee-owners live and work in the same communities as their customers, and are dedicated to helping protect the homes, automobiles, and businesses of our neighbors. Supporting the FBB project is a natural for the entire Eastern Shore team.

Fulton Block Builders (FBB) is a local non-profit program that focuses investment in Fulton neighborhoods. For the past 5 years, FBB and its financial supporters have provided matching grants and related programs to improve the housing stock and streets in these neighborhoods. FBB provides neighborhood grants to clusters of residents who apply together to complete exterior improvements on their properties. As a result, Fulton has benefited from an almost 3-million-dollar investment by property owners.

When asked why, residents said, “once they got going, they couldn’t stop, everything was looking so nice in the neighborhood!” Many reported being inspired by what took place in the city since FBB started and wanted to keep the positive momentum going. Others said there is a real pride and change being demonstrated in the city and they wanted to be a part of something so good! And still others, just like last year, said they hadn’t noticed how poor their property was looking until now. FBB gave them the reason to notice and complete.

FBB is extremely grateful to the Eastern Shore Associates and the Richard S. Shineman Foundation for their support of this program and encourages others to follow their lead. Whether you are an individual, a business or a community group FBB asks that you help support this energizing program by donating today. Every dollar helps FBB reach this goal!

Becky Bennink and Bridgette Seguin, of Eastern Shore Associates are seen here after presenting a $500.00 check to Fulton Block Builder (FBB) Director, Linda Eagan.

Fulton Block Builders Receives Support from Brookfield Renewable U.S.

Recently, Brookfield Renewable donated $5,500.00 to the Fulton Block Builders (FBB) program. Brookfield Renewable U.S., is a leading owner, operator, and developer of renewable power, delivering innovative renewable power solutions that accelerate the world towards a sustainable, low-carbon future. Their diversified portfolio of hydropower, wind, solar and storage facilities extend across 34 states, including Fulton, New York.

“It is a pleasure to once again be able to collaborate with Fulton Block Builders. As partners in this community Brookfield supports the Block Builders mission and is proud to contribute to a project that makes a difference in the lives of a new group of families every year,” said Mark Luciano, Brookfield representative.

“Since FBB’s start in 2017, FBB has awarded 1,035 Block Challenge, Paint Fulton, and Pride Grants” said Linda Eagan, FBB Director. “2021 was another fantastic year for the FBB program. Thirty-two blocks were awarded Block Challenge Grants and Pride Grants, with FBB supporting 236 properties spread throughout the six wards of the city. Nearly 700 thousand dollars was invested in Fulton’s participating properties! For every dollar invested by FBB, property owners invested four times that amount.”

Businesses and individuals can become part of this exciting time in Fulton’s history by donating to the 2022 campaign. Every dollar donated is matched 2-to-1 by the Richard S. Shineman Foundation. All donations are tax deductible and, since FBB is entirely volunteer run, all financial support goes directly to the Block Challenge grants and promotion of the program!

Mark Luciano, Brookfield Renewable U.S. - Stakeholder Relations Manager presents Linda Eagan, Fulton Block Builder Director with a check for the 2022 program.

Pathfinder Bank is the largest corporate sponsor of the Fulton Block Builder program for the 6th year in a row

“Pathfinder Bank has donated $15,000 to the Fulton Block Builders (FBB) making Pathfinder the largest corporate sponsor of FBB for the sixth year in a row. The Pathfinder support and donation are indispensable in helping us to meet our 2022 goal. The city is on fire with community participation and activism” said Linda Eagan, FBB Administrative Director.  “Fundraising for the 2022 is going well and we are thankful to all who have donated.” continued Eagan.

Fulton Block Builders is an all-volunteer grass roots organization dedicated to community revitalization one block at a time. If FBB has a successful fundraising campaign, the Richard S. Shineman Foundation has committed $125,000 to the Fulton Block Builder program. All of these funds will be used to provide FBB Block Challenge, Pride and Paint Fulton grants.

Pathfinder Bank has been serving the Central New York Community since 1859. It is both their customer focused approach to providing financial services and their innovative philosophy that have made them who we are today. Pathfinder Bank’s aim is to provide all the advanced conveniences the national banks have to offer, without the hassles. At Pathfinder Bank, the decision makers are dedicated local people who are eager to serve the communities in which they live, work, and play.

“Our success is intertwined with the success of the communities we serve. For that reason, and because it is the right thing to do, we invest our resources, time, and talents in those communities. We want to serve our local communities for another 150 years; therefore, we must earn the trust of our customers every day. We do that by being ethical, capable, honest, reliable, and responsive. Pathfinder Bank is proud to be the largest corporate sponsor of the highly impactful, community driven Fulton Block Builders program” said Jim Dowd, Pathfinder’s Interim Bank President/CEO.

FBB is extremely grateful to the Pathfinder Bank and the Richard S. Shineman Foundation for their support of this program and encourages others to follow their lead. Whether you are an individual, a business or a community group FBB asks that you help support this energizing program by donating today. Every dollar helps FBB reach this goal! If you would like more Fulton Block Builder information follow them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/fultonblockbuilders/ or go the website at https://www.fultonblockbuilders.com/donate

Linda Eagan receives a Pathfinder Bank donation from Reyne Pierce, Assistant VP at Pathfinder Bank