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DERBY — The Derby High School softball team recently presented Griffin Hospital President and CEO Patrick Charmel with a donation of $2,500 to The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital.
The funds were raised at the 8th Annual Derby-Ansonia Pink Softball Game held in May. Organized by long-time Griffin Hospital employee and Derby High School Softball Coach Joe DiMartino, the fundraiser is held in honor of his wife, Lori, a breast cancer survivor. Overall, the annual event has raised a total of more than $25,000 to help breast cancer patients in the greater Valley community.
Located at 300 Seymour Ave. in Derby, The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital offer patients a comprehensive range of personalized breast care and wellness services. For more information about The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness, call 203 – 732-1300 or visit griffinhealth.org/cbw.
CUTLINE: Pictured in front from left: Derby High Softball players Lacey DiMartino and Anna Chevarella.
Pictured in back from left:
Derby High School Athletic Director Matt Bradshaw, Derby High School Assistant Softball Coach Alyssa Goggi, Derby High School’s Softball Team Co-Captain Cristina Carloni, Derby High School Assistant Softball Coach Lindsay Wheeler, Derby High Softball Coach Joe DiMartino, Derby High School’s Softball Team Co-Captain Ivana Coutinho, Laura DiMartino; Griffin Hospital President and CEO Patrick Charmel.
