One of our nations leading advocate
Christy Tusing-Borgeld
The National Stepfamily Day Foundation 2010-Present
Founder
The National Stepfamily Resource Center (NSRC) 2006- Present
Board Member – Stepfamily Activities
Stepfamily Expert Council
(NSRC) is a division of Auburn University's Center for Children, Youth, and Families
My primary interest is helping to provide good resources and information to stepfamilies throughout the United States. I have been promoting Stepfamily Day and a Stepfamily Day picnic that will include stepfamily members all over the country.
Develops and maintains relationships with government on the federal, state and local levels as well as other professional groups for joint endeavors related to stepfamilies.
The Enlightened Stepfamily Groups (World Wide Support Groups) 2009-Present
Stepfamily Systems (California) 2009-Present
Coordinator of Stepfamily Activities, Stepfamily Association of America.
1998-2006
My Focus was 
on receiving endorsements for September 16th as Stepfamily Day from governors in all 50 states. Stepfamily Day picnic organized in backyards and municipal parks by stepfamilies throughout the country.
Director of Public Affairs, Stepfamily Foundation. 1997-1998
National Stepfamily Day 1997-Present: Designed, developed and implemented a campaign, nation-wide, to proclaim September 16 Stepfamily Day.
Written Articles: on Stepfamily issues have been published in various newsletters, newspapers, and magazine.
Stepfamily Thoughts January 2011
I Think We're Okay November 2009
The Path I took to help my Stepfamily October 2006
Grandparents & Stepchildren June 2006
Creating a Beautiful Stepfamily March 2005
Sharing the Holidays June 2004
Making Peace for My Stepfamily April 2003
It took Me a Long Time to get Here September 2002
It’s all in my Mind November 2001
What was I thinking? March 2000
What the New Millennium will bring for Stepfamilies January 2000 .
My Dedication to the American Stepfamilies July 1999
Presidents & Stepfamilies November 1998
American Stepfamilies September 1998
Discipline Vs Punishment June 1998
Feathers on our Turkey Our Family Tradition November 1997
A Dedication to the American Stepfamilies September 1997
10 White Flag Solutions July 1997
Book 2010: Thoughts Within
Media Interviews Include:
Oprah Radio with Dr. Laura Berman, The Grand Rapids Press, Detroit Free Press, New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Grand Rapids Parent Magazine, Bride Again. Appeared and worked on commercials for Stepfamily Day (FOX), Blending a Stepfamily segment (NBC), Stepfamily Day Proclamation segment (NBC), Radio Interviews about Stepfamily Day (WOOD), National Stepfamily Day Picnic (PBS). NHK Japan Broadcasting Network on a Documentary about American Stepfamilies. This will be aired in all of Asia in October.
National Stepfamily Day Picnic: Organizing a National Stepfamily Day picnic: United States, Canada, and United Kingdom
Request Honored: Christy’s ideals have been incorporated at the White House. She requested President Clinton, President Bush, and President Obama to revise the language on the Mothers and Fathers’ Day proclamations to reflect all mothers and fathers, whether biological, adopted, foster, or step. All three Presidents have honored her request. President Clinton and President Obama sent her signed copies of these proclamations
Published Song Writer (Broadcast Music Incorporated--BMI):
•Traveled Journey (2010)
•My Special Family Tree (2010)
School Unity Week: Worked with Michigan's Governor Engler on a proclamation for School Unity Week, Third week in October. This proclamation is dedicated to Family, School, Community, all working together for the education of our children.
Charity Work:
St. Jude Children’s Hospital- “Putt Putt for Life”
Ronald McDonald House
Knights of Columbus “Tootsie Roll Drive” for the emotionally impaired
Awards and Recognitions:
International Women's Day Award March 8, 2011
"Outstanding Service Award"
Stepfamily Day was placed in the United States Congressional Records September 13, 2000
Archive: gov/us/fed/congress/record/ 2000/sep/13/2000CRE1476B [Congressional Record: September 13, 2000 (Extensions)] [Page E1476] From the Congressional Record Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov] [DOCID:cr13se00-99]
Congressional Award in collaboration with Parenting Coalition International. "Parenting Emmys," Award received in Washington D.C., Russell Senate Building on National Parents Day, July 26, 1999. The award reads: Lighting the Way to the New Millennium-National Parents Day 1999-PCI Award.
Certificate of Congressional Recognition from United States Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, September 16, 2010, the award reads, “To Christy Borgeld, National Stepfamily Day Foundation, for sponsoring a special day to recognize and support Stepfamilies in Michigan and throughout the nation.”
Received a personal letter from President Gerald R. Ford, a President who was raised in a Stepfamily and also raised in Christy’s hometown. He extends a warm gratitude to Christy for all of her admirable efforts and hard work for Stepfamilies in Michigan and all across our wonderful nation.
Presidential Commemorative Greetings:
President George W. Bush
President Gerald R. Ford
President William J. Clinton
Governor Ronnie Musgrove of Mississippi: Christy Borgeld Founder of Stepfamily Day - For your efforts and initiatives, I commend with this Certificate of Appreciation your commitment to those involved in a stepfamily. (2001)
Governor Don Sundquist of Tennessee: On behalf of the great State of Tennessee, it is an honor for me to congratulate you for the work that you have done for the Stepfamily Association of America. Your tireless dedication is to be commended. Because of your efforts, September 16th is now nationally recognized as Stepfamily Day. Strong families are the backbone of this country, and I salute your continued service in recognizing families of all kinds. Again, I thank you for your time, effort, and citizenship, Christy. May the best of the future be yours. (2001)
Governor Lincoln Almond of Rhode Island: The Governor of the State of Rhode Island extends his greetings and Best Wishes to Christy Borgeld in Recognition of: Your dedicated and Committed Service to Uniting Family through your conception and support of Stepfamily Day. (2001)
Governor Argeo Paul Cellucci of Massachusetts: To Christy Borgeld in recognitions of your outstanding and dedicated efforts in promoting education, awareness and support for stepfamilies in the commonwealth which is deserving of recognition by all the citizens of Massachusetts. (2001)
Governor Jane Hull of Arizona: With Special Recognition. Be it hereby know to all that I, Jane Dee Hull, Governor of the State of Arizona, do hereby offer my sincere congratulations to Christy Borgeld-Founder of Stepfamily Day. You have demonstrated a level of commitment and accomplishment that is truly extraordinary in today's world, and deserves our sincere admiration and respect. Your actions show that we can and do play important roles in our communities, and that America's community spirit continues to hold tremendous promise for the future. (2000)
Governor Jim Hodges of South Carolina: Rachel and I are pleased to learn of your work to bring support and recognition to the stepfamilies and children of our nation. Our families are our most valuable asset and we must do all that we can to ensure that their future is bright. Your efforts to promote public awareness of the importance of unity between families, schools, and communities are to be commended. Your volunteerism benefits not only your community, but the entire nation by inspiring others to become involved in their own communities. Not only have you worked to improve the lives of the less fortunate in Jonesboro, you have also dedicated yourself to improving the lives of our young people by encouraging them and their families to set high personal and academic standards. Your selflessness and generosity serve as an inspiration as we seek to make a difference in the lives of other. Please accept my best wishes for continued success. Please let me know if I can ever be of help to you in any way.(1999)
Governor Tony Knowles of Alaska: In recognition of your dedicated projects of Stepfamily Day have benefited and touched the lives of many. Thank You for being a role model to not only our children, but to people of all ages and walks of life. (1999)
Governor Argeo Cellucci of Massachusetts: In recognition of your dedicated services to the nation through your advocacy of stepfamily Day which is deserving of recognition by all the citizens of Massachusetts. (1999)
Governor Tommy Thompson of Wisconsin: In recognition of her many contributions. It's an honor to comment Christy for her warm-hearted contributions which have helped many throughout our great state and nation. Her caring efforts on behalf of children are greatly appreciated and will not be forgotten. She is an exemplary citizen and sets a shining example for others to follow. (1999)
Governor Parris Glending of Maryland: In recognition of your outstanding efforts to increase public awareness of the need for understanding and unity within the family and as an expression of our great respect, gratitude and sincere best wishes for continued success in all your future endeavors. (1999)
Governor Lincoln Almond of Rhode Island: In recognition of Razing Awareness of Stepfamily Issues. (1998)
Governor Bill Graves of Kansas: In recognition of outstanding performance and exceptional contributions to the State of Kansas. (1998)
Governor Argeo Paul Cellucci of Massachusetts: In recognition of dedication to promote National Stepfamily Day in the United States. (1998)
Personal: While I was raised in a nuclear family, I now live in a stepfamily. My husband had two children and I had four children. We now have one child together. Grandmother to six beautiful granddaughters and one handsome grandson. My hobbies include crafting, baking, scrapbooking, walking. swimming and writing.
