Generous Quotes from Several Participants

"Cochrane, Deborah" on February 15, 2008 at 4:32 PM wrote:
I want to thank you once again for the efforts that you put forth to
acquire the computers for the SAT TECH PROGRAM. I'm waiting to connect
my son's computer (# 44) TO WI FI service. Thanks for caring for the
young people of the Village Of Harlem and my son.
Deborah Cochrane, Systems Quality Assurance Analyst
Investigation, Revenue and Enforcement Administration

Unique Tucker on January 30, 2009 at 8:51 PM wrote:
Hi Steve,
I thank the Storefront and you for making these workshop possible. My children are really excited about their computer. 
They are able to complete their homework assignments and much more. Thanks again!!
Best regards, Unique Tucker and Family

"Milton C. Brown" on January 30, 2009 at 11:24 AM wrote:
Hello,
The computer that my son (10th Grader at Frederick Douglas Academy II in Harlem) received from the Tech Saturday program has been
invaluable in helping him with school projects and assignments. It has also help broaden his awareness of local and international
matters.  Great Program!

Brigitte Vicenty on January 30, 2009 at 10:17 AM wrote:
"Making Tech Saturdays available and having an array of programs installed on the computer has allowed my children to expand
their horizons in this technologically age."

Heather Williams on January 30, 2009 at 7:28 AM wrote:
I have been a Harlem resident all my life and Tech Saturdays is one of the best things to take place.
It gives the children of Harlem a chance to become familiar with a computer. 

Rhonda Lancaster on February 9, 2009 at 11:28 AM wrote:
Steve, Thank you for the wonderful job you are doing in Harlem with the free
computer initiative. My family is very grateful for the computer for our
daughter. Please feel free to call on me to volunteer for future dates.
Rhonda Lancaster, Agent, New York Life Insurance Company 

Maxine Peterson on February 10, 2009 at 11:23 AM wrote:
Mr. Bergen:
Thank-you for the apple computer. Alexander's dad was very impressed with your program and very proud to inform me that he
won your contest answering a question. You made Thomas's day. Thanks again for the computer. 

nikki hill on December 19, 2009 at 8:41 PM wrote:
Hi  STEVE I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU FOR THE FREE COMPUTER TODAY SATURDAY DEC 19th 2009.

Sabrina Smith on December 20, 2009 at 10:43 AM wrote:
I JUST WOULD LIKE TO SAY
THANK YOU VERY MUCH. I LOVE MY APPLE COMPUTER HAVEN NOT HAD ONE IN A LONG TIME SO THANKS AGAIN!!! I LOVE IT!!

Martha Logan on December 29, 2009 at 9:16 PM wrote:
Hi Steve
Thanks for the info regarding the CD and thank you so much the computer and the helpful hints. Once again I thank you for your
time and the great work that you and the staff and countless others has dedicated to our community and children, keep up the good work.
Martha


Terri Davis on February 14, 2010 at 8:21 AM wrote:
About a year ago Destin and I attended a Tech Saturdays class and received a FREE Mac Computer. This computer has been such a blessing to our household!!!
It is sturdy and we have not had one problem with it at all!!!  I especially like all of the educational games that were already installed on
the computer. Receiving this gift has really helped my children's school year run smoothly!!!
I want to sincerely thank Steve Bergen for all that he is doing.

Debbie G. Parson on March 22, 2010 at 5:03 PM wrote:
Hi Mr. Steve Bergen, 
Again, thank you and your volunteers for the noteworthy and charitable work you are doing for the children in Harlem on behalf
of the Storefront School. Tierra and I enjoy TechSaturday!
Debbie G. Parson
Financial Analyst
Columbia University Medical Center
Department of Surgery-Administration Office
21 Audubon Avenue, Suite 209
New York, NY 10032

Crippen, Latesia on September 14, 2010 at 11:20 AM wrote:
Hi Steve,
My daughter and I LOVE this machine btw!
I have to tell you this computer has really helped my daughter and I out tremendously! Maya is entering 7th grade
 so it is very important that I have a reliable system to use and this is it! After being exposed to the MAC
she is quickly taking interest in video production. Will you be holding a tech Saturday in the near future
 so that I can learn more about the computer and have any questions I need answered? Again thank you for the computer and your support. 
Sincerely, 
Latesia Horton and daughter Maya.

Monica Lavayen on October 15, 2010 at 9:55 AM wrote:
I simply love my Mac, I had her for two years already, I call her "Bella" and my daughter and I are very thankful
 to you and your staff for such a great work and outreach for the community. Good luck on your expansion to other communities!
Warm wishes to all
Monica and Luanne Lara

Elizabeth Simmons on October 15, 2010 at 8:14 AM wrote:
This program is fantastic! One of Harlem's best kept secrets!

Nicole Spencer on October 23, 2010 at 2:19 PM wrote:
THANK YOU STEVE !!! YOU AND YOUR STAFF ARE THE BEST...MY DAUGHTER IS SO EXCITED ABOUT THIS COMPUTER
 ... I'M GLAD THAT THE STOREFRONT CAME UP WITH THE IDEA ... MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL ON YOUR JOURNEY...
 
Sasha Wilson on October 25, 2010 at 10:51 AM wrote:
Steve,
Just wanted to express my tremendous gratitude to you, Adjowah, and all of the volunteers for making Tech Saturday
at Bronx Community Charter School such an amazing success.  Our families had a great experience, and are thrilled
to have their very own computers.  And I was so impressed with the organization and the hard work of so many people
to make this all happen.  Thank you for a great event and a great opportunity for our families, and we hope to host
another one soon.
 
Jonathan Palmer on October 25, 2010 at 12:17 PM wrote:
To the volunteers,
On a real note, Steve summed up what the six of us truly did on a Saturday morning in Harlem & the Bronx. You all
showed the true giving spirit that nycTIES stands for.  It was amazing to see how truly touched those kids
and parents were at not only receiving the computers, but the help and care that was provided by Steve, his staff, 
and our crew.  One child said to me, "Jon, I love computers and I've never had one."  
 
Feel free to reach out to Steve directly and offer a hand every now and then.  He only does them once a month and you
can see how much work is involved, so our help is crucial. I want to give a special shout-out to Steve.  He is one of
the most inspiring people I've ever met.  He is energetic, electric, and truly has a knack for teaching.  I wish
everyone in our organization could've seen him in action on Saturday, I know the six of us were blown away. 
Keep up the good work Steve, and know that you're extremely appreciated and a tremendous asset to the Children's Storefront!
 
Karen Jones on January 18, 2011 at 7:00 AM wrote:
Just wanted to say how well-received was Tech Saturday for the families of Bed-Stuy New Beginnings Charter School in  Brooklyn!
Students were very interested in having their own computer at home, so we had just about all of our students return the
application. This was a wonderful opportunity for our students. The people that were part of the highly-skilled team were so capable
and the program ran like "clock-work"! Every detail had been attended to and was executed through the leadership of Steve Bergen.
Our school remains appreciative of the opportunity!  
Head of School
New Beginnings
Bedford-Stuyvesant
82 Lewis Avenue
Brooklyn NY

"Weenia Allen"  on January 18, 2011 at 9:44 AM -0500 wrote:
Hi Steve,
My name is Weenia Allen. We attended your workshop
at Bronx Prep Charter School on December 4th,2010. I enjoyed the
workshop as much as my child. It was very informative, fun and
entertaining. There were so many learning games for my son that he
always had a hard time choosing which one to play.

"Crippen, Latesia" on January 18, 2011 at 10:40 AM wrote:
"I think Tech Saturdays is a vital program for families of color who may not have other means to obtain a computer.
Without a computer in the home it is very hard for our children to their best if they don't have computer skills an
access to the world wide web. The world is ever changing and without a computer our children cannot be expected
to compete with other cultures across the globe. Thank you Steve and your affiliates not only for the computer but
also the training and the constant tech support. Continued success!"
Latesia von Horton
(Mother of 7th grader)

Marie Moussignac  on January 18, 2011 at 1:01 PM wrote:
I loved the session of "Tech Saturdays" I participated in back in the fall. You were a great host. Not only was it informative and educational but you made it fun to be there.