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“When we decided to replace all of the bedspreads in our stores, we thought it would also be a great opportunity to help people in need,” said Bernie Rubin, co-founder and chairman of Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture. “We are happy that our bedspreads will not only keep people warm, but will help make people’s housing accommodations seem more like a home.”
Through its Donations Assistance Program, the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless provides thousands of families making the transition from homelessness into permanent housing with furniture and household goods free of charge. Since 1985, the Donations Clearing House has provided free donated furniture and household goods to over a 1,000 families per year who have been referred by area shelters, neighborhood centers, and health and human service agencies.

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Personally I would like you to know that Mariannes mother, Ann, whom works at the terminal, was especially touched by your contribution and those of us who were closest to them really feel their presence at Gate 19.

Thank you very much,
Rob DiRice

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Dear Ms. Shore,
On behalf of the Children’s Advocacy Center of Suffolk County, I would like to thank you and Bernie & Phyl’s for your generous donation of an ottoman, sofa and coffee table. The furniture now adorns our child and teen waiting room and teen interview room, and has helped to transform the space into a welcoming, comfortable place for the teens and families we serve.

For ten years, it has been the mission of the Children’s Advocacy Center of Suffolk County to support child abuse victims and their families in a child-friendly environment that offers safety and healing. In our new, larger space in the Family Justice Center of Boston, we will offer expanded, coordinated services from legal, medical, social service, mental health and advocacy professionals -all under one roof.

We are excited to be expanding both our physical space and our services to children and families in need. Thank you and Bernie & Phyl’s for your support and generosity. I hope that you will have the opportunity to visit us!

The Children’s Advocacy Center of Suffolk County is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization. For your records, our Tax ID # is 043-273-300.
Very truly yours,
Susan Goldfarb, MSW
Executive Director

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Dear Ms. Blumenthal:
It was a pleasure to have met you earlier in June at Fenway Park when Bernie Rubin of Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture sponsored some of The Home for Little Wanderers children to participate in the Baseball Buddies Program. I assure you the staff and kids had a great time during the fun filled activities at the ballpark. Thank you for the part you played in helping make the event happen that brought lots of joy to children in need.

The Home has many opportunities for corporate and/or employ generated support. It is my pleasure to share these opportunities with you. I look forward to following up with you in the near future to discuss the current state of The Home and develop a plan to sustain the critical work being accomplished with our children and families.

Please let me know, in the interim, if there is anything I can do to help further the relationship between Blumenthal Associates and The Home for Little Wanderers. I can be reached at (617) 927-0677 or via email at swarrinnton (at) thehome.org. For more information on The Home, please visit our website at www.thehome.orq.

Best Regards,
Stephen L. Warrington
Corporate Relations Officer

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Dear Ms. Blumenthal,
I am writing on behalf of the Boston Public Health Commission to thank you and Bernie and Phyl’s Furniture for the kind donation of two bureaus to one of the low income families in our Healthy Homes programs. As you know, this family was in the process of relocating due to unsanitary and over crowded conditions in their apartment. These conditions were exacerbating their young son’s asthma, causing him frequent hospitalizations and emergency room visits. Now, thanks to your generosity, the family has been moved to a renovated two bedroom apartment with two new pest-free bureaus to store their clothes.

An inspector on my staff recently visited the family and was commenting on how beautiful the dressers are. I know the family is thrilled arid appreciates your donation. I also want to thank your assistant Naomi for her role in coordinating the delivery of the furniture.

Very truly yours,
Emily M. Litonjua
Sr. Program Manager

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Sincerely,
Ralph Buopane, PhD
Program Director
McLean-Franciscan Child & Adolescent Mental Health Program
Franciscan Hospital for Children

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Dear Friends,
On behalf of the children and families served by The Home for Little Wanderers and Alleghany Street, I would like to thank you so much for your generosity and help with the Extreme Makeover. Your gift of children’s furniture, which you valued at $9,636.15, will help the children at The Home have a fulfilling life!

At The Home we depend in great part on the in-kind donations and support we receive from caring people like you. Since 1799, we have been caring for some of the area’s most troubled children and their families. Thanks to your generosity, The Home is able to provide these children and families with a stable, nurturing environment in which to overcome the problems they face and achieve their emotional, social and educational potential.

Once again, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to you for your gift. Thank you for your continued interest and support.

Warmest regards,
Joan Wallace-Benjamin, Ph.D.
President and CEO

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Dear Phyllis and Bernie:
On behalf of the individuals and families who visit The Wellness Community - Greater Boston, I thank you for your generous donation of 3 club chairs. The thoughtfulness of your donation helps to make our space a warm and comforting environment for our participants. We are most grateful for your kindness!

As you know, The Wellness Community moved into a beautiful new space in Newton Upper Falls last summer. Hundreds of individuals and families living with cancer visit The Wellness Community each month and rely on us to help see them through the emotional, psychological, social and philosophical issues that surround a cancer diagnosis. Please know your gift helps The Wellness Community to instill hope in those who are in the fight of their lives.

All of The Wellness Community programs are offered completely free of charge. Your kindness ensures that we will be able to continue providing support, education and hope to individuals and families living with cancer.

With sincere appreciation,
Cherry Muse
Executive Director

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Dear Sir or Madam,
On behalf of the family of the late Elaine Pace, we wish to thank you for your most generous donation of two bureaus allowing us to provide Elaine’s children with new bedrooms at their grandmother’s residence at 16 Fairmount Street in Everett. Your compassion and contribution during this time of need will never be forgotten.

Wishing you and your family a happy and prosperous Holiday season,
Most Sincerely,
Carole Ragucci

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Dear Amy,
I am writing to express our sincere appreciation to Bernie & Phyl’s for their generous support of our project at 1876 Beacon Street, Brookline. This project will provide 14 low income individuals with a beautiful, safe, and affordable place to call home.

The addition of such nice furnishings by Bernie and Phyl’s will only enhance the pride and self esteem of those who reside at the 1876 Beacon Street location.

The Rubin family’s generosity is deeply appreciated and we hope to contact you with future opportunities as we work to complete other projects in Dorchester and Quincy. It was nice to have Rob and Larry Rubin at the ribbon cutting ceremony to share in the celebration.

As we approach the Thanksgiving season, we offer our thanks to the Rubin family for supporting our efforts to house those in need.

Sincerely,
Jonathon B. Wright
Project Director

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Dear Bernie and Phyllis:
I am writing to thank you for your support of the Partnership for a Drug-Free America and our local alliance, Massachusetts Partners in Prevention. Your involvement in the recent schedule of anti-drug messages on WHDH-TV is a huge step in our efforts to keep the kids of the greater Boston area drug-free.

Though I now live in Maryland, I was raised in Newton. I have received calls ftom friends and relatives in the Boston area to let me know that they saw the anti-drug spots that you tagged. Your personal endorsement, by appearing on camera at the front of the ads is appreciated.
As I am sure you know, a toll-free phone number appears at the end of the commercials to provide a resource for those in crisis or folks who are requesting information. Several people have actually called the toll-free number to voice their appreciation of Bernie and Phyl’s commitment to airing these messages.

It has been a pleasure working with Suzanne Hassett at Channel 7. She did an excellent job in ensuring significant exposure for your messages. Together, Bernie and Phyl’s, WHDH-TV, the Massachusetts Partners in Prevention and the Partnership for a Drug-Free America are making a difference.

Sincerely,
Steve Cline
Deputy Director Market Management

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Dear Bernie & Phyl,
Our “Partners in Prevention, a program of the MIAA” has been in existence for a little over a year. Our whole focus is to work cooperatively to assist young people to make healthy life choices.

Recently we formed an alliance with the “Partnership for a Drug Free America.” Our hope was to flood the media and therefore parents and students with anti-drug messages.
We are extremely grateful to you for your support. The ads that you selected were appropriate and meaningful. I am certain that they will have an impact. I hope that your support will continue because the drug problem is out of control in our state.

Enclosed is information about our partnership. If you have any questions or if you have further interest in our work please feel free to contact me at 508-541 -7997. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Michael J. Kane
Director of Student Services

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Dear Mr. & Mrs. Rubin,
We are sorry you were unable to attend the dedication of the Fowell Ave Project. On behalf of the Greater Nashua Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors and the Duchesne family, please accept this plaque as a token of our appreciation for your contributions to the that project. Without community support Habitat would not be able fulfill our mission to assist low income families in need of safe and affordable housing.

In Partnership,
Vicki Hatfield
Family Selection Chair

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Most Sincerely,
Deborah DeScanza Gray, M.Ed.
Executive Director

Dear Amy, Bernie and Phyl:
This letter is to acknowledge and thank your organization for the donation of furniture to Community Council of Nashua, A.K.A. Greater Nashua Supervised Visitation Center. The donation will allow us to begin furnishing our facility in which we will be providing services to domestic violence victims and their children.

We are looking forward to having you visit the Greater Nashua Supervised Visitation Center in early 2003. Our tax identification number is 02-0222 12 1.

On behalf of Community Council of Nashua, I would like to express our gratitude to your organization for your extremely generous contribution.

Sincerely,
Susan Bradbury, Coordinator
Greater Nashua Supervised Visitation Center

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Dear Mr. and Mrs. Rubin,
Thank you very much for your very generous donation of $90,000 to Habitat for Humanity Boston on May 4, 2001. (no goods or services were provided in consideration for this gift).
The families on Regent Street, Roxbury were so delighted and surprised by your donation of such lovely furniture. Their move into a new home was made even more exciting and delightful by the addition of your furniture. It was the first new furniture some of the families had ever experienced.

Through thousands of volunteer hours, donations of materials and contributions like yours, we continue to grow each year. We thank you for your support in our vision of e1iminating poverty housing in the greater Boston area.

Once again, thank you for helping us build hope by building homes.

Sincerely,
John Judge
Executive Director

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Dear Mr. & Mrs. Rubin:
In the days and weeks that followed the horrific events of September 11, 2001, the compassion and strength of businesses and individuals in the New England Region rose to meet the challenges and needs presented and have remained steadfast.

Unsolicited offers of support and assistance poured forth in a variety of forms. These gestures of generosity and kindness knew no boundaries as they were extended to blood donors, American Red Cross - New England Region staff, and the direct victims of September 11th alike.

On behalf of the American Red Cross Blood Services - New England Region, the American Red Cross National system, and the patients and public we serve, I thank you for your donation of television advertising time and willingness to support our efforts at this critical time. We are grateful for your help as we continue to carry ‘ out our mission to assist those in need.

Sincerely,
E. Mary O’Neill, M.D.
Executive Director

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Dear Bernie and Phyl:
On behalf of The Salvation Army, I am writing today to thank you for the contribution of the 125 new Sealy mattresses received on April 25, 2000 at our Harbor Light Adult Rehabilitation Center. We appreciate your compassionate gesture with the donation of these mattresses to our facility.

The goal of The Salvation Army’s Harbor Light Center is to provide a supportive and structured residential environment for the rehabilitation of substance abusers. We offer education, counseling, and assist clients with developing strategies and coping mechanisms in order to maintain a chemical free lifestyle and return to the community.

We appreciate your genuine care and are grateful to the new “Friends in Need Foundation.” We look forward to working with you in the future. If I can be of any assistance to you please feel free to contact me.

Thank you again, and may God bless you.
Sincerely,
Kristen Klaynor
Resource Development Manager

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On behalf of the families and staff I would like to thank you for your generous donation of the two couches and oversized armchair. The two couches were placed in the family room at the Y site and replaced the old worn couches. The armchair was placed at our second site on Bigelow Street in the office/meeting area. The new furniture has created a welcoming, homelike atmosphere for the families. Thank you again for your generosity.

Sincerely,
Kakali Dasgupta, LSW
Family Shelter Program

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Dear Bernie and Phyl:
I want to take the opportunity to express appreciation from my office for your very generous and caring gift of 125 new Sealy mattresses to The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center on Shawmut Avenue.

As I am sure the folk at Harbor Light pointed out, this is a very significant program which benefits numerous individuals in so many ways. It is a difficult program to fund; and your very generous gift of $20,000 worth of mattresses is appreciated at the highest level. We want to say thank you to- you personally and to the new “Friends in Need Foundation”.

May God’s blessing continue to be upon you.

Sincerely yours,
Lt. Colonel Fred Van Brunt
DIVISIONAL COMMANDER

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Pine Street Inn responds to the immediate needs of the homeless such as clothes, food, shelter, and medical care. We also provide transitional programs and permanent housing aimed at solving the problem of homelessness. At Pine Street, our guests address their addictions, learn to read, train for jobs, find employment and eventually are placed in permanent housing.

Thank you again for helping meet the basic needs of others and assisting Pine Street to end homelessness in your community.

Sincerely,
Lisa Schorr
Director of Business Enterprise Development

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Dear Jamie,
I want to thank you so much for the generous donations that Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture to the Kid’s Net Program.

The furniture, pictures and lamps have been put to good use. Our office looks much better and the families that were given furniture greatly appreciate it.

Joe and his staff were extremely helpful in unloading the truck. Please let him know how much his efforts were appreciated.

I am looking forward to hearing from you again this month.

Again, thank you.
Sincerely,
Beverly Rock
Kid’s Net Director
Boston Region

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The evening was a wonderful success and we look forward to your continued support in the future.

In Christian Love,
North Shore Christian School Auction Committee

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for your wonderful donation of a $25 gift certificate for Father Bill’s Place 12th Annual Food Fest & Auction. This is our largest fund-raising effort of the year and we appreciate your support. We realize you receive many requests for assistance throughout the year and are honored that you have chosen to help us. While it seems almost tto trite to say, it is none-the-less true; we couldn’t do it without you! This year our Food Fest & Auction generated more than $330,000.00 to benefit Father Bill’s Place.

We value your faith in us and the work we accomplish on a daily basis. The funds raised through this endeavor will assist us in not only providing the basics such as emergency shelter, but the many “wrap-around” services available at Father Bill’s Place such as mental health counseling, substance abuse intervention, health care, housing search & placement, employment & benefits assistance, and supportive case management. Providing these services, and seeking to make housing available by our own efforts, allows us to meet our goal of reintegrating our guests back into the community… ending homelessness one person at a time, allowing our guest to find a plaace to call home.

Thanks again for your generosity; blessings on your work and efforts.

Many thanks,
Rev. William R. McCarthy

Dear Ms. Shore:
The 17th Annual Knock Your Sauce Off event was a remarkable success. This year’s event raised more than $85,000. The auction itself raised more than $10,000 thanks to generous friends like you woh kindly donated wonderful items.

As you know, the dollars raised for research have an immediate and significant impact on the fight against cystic fibrosis (CF). The progress we have witnessed over the past 15 years has been signifiacant. Many people with CF are living longer and healthier lives. Despite that good news, we continue to lost too many young people every day, every year. The CF cure and control cannot come quick enough. Your generous donation brings us closer to our shared dream of cure and control.

Please know how much your support meanst to us. We greatly appreciate your donation and promise to invest the dollars raised as a result in the wisest way possible - to save lives.

Sincerely,
Terry Waite
Director of Special Events

Thank you,
Iylse Levine-Kanj - Auction Committee

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for supporting the Old Colony Hospice Classic IV. Your donation of a gift certificate, valued at $25.00, and show of support is a terrific addition to the tournament.
On August 17, our full slate of golfers will participate in a great day at Easton Country Club. Following the tournament, golfers and organizers will enjoy dinner and the awards ceremony, in addition to our Auction/Raffle with many sought-after items.

Our goals are two-fold: To provide the players with an enjoyable day and to raise awareness of the benefits of hospice care. Special thanks to you for your donation — it will be received with enthusiasm at the event, and we will list your business as a supporter in our fall newsletter.

This year, Old Colony Hospice will provide highly skilled, compassionate care each day to 80-95 patients and their loved ones. We care for patients with compassion and dignity in their homes and at skilled nursint facilities. Donations such as yours help us bridge the gap between what we are paid by insureres and the true cost of providing care in our community.

Sincere thanks,
El Mulligan, CMP
Event Coordinator

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for your recent donation to the WEIR Corporation’s Thirteenth Annual Taunton River Festival. Your support will assist in making this fundraiser a success.

Due to the inclement weather, the WEIR Corporation had to postpoine the Festival, originally scheduled for June 3, 2006. We have rescheduled theThirteenth Annual Taunton River Festival for September 30, 2006, with a rain date of October 1.

The WEIR Corporation is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven community development corporation whose mission is to revitalize the Weir neighborhood and to assist small businesses to expand by providing financial consulting and small business loans. We are able to accomplish our goals through this fundraiser and small grants that we receive annually. Without the support of individuals, businesses, and organizations like you, it would be difficult for us to fulfill our mission.

Once again, the Board members of the WEIR Corporation and the residents and businesses in the Weir Community thank you for your participation.

Sincerely,
Stacia Brackett
Chairperson, Taunton River Festival

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of BELL, thank you for your participation in this year’s Field of Dreams Gala. We are deeply grateful for your contribution made in support of BELL and the Red Sox Scholars Program, an innovative partnership each year providing 25 fifth-grade students the opportunity to attend college. Due to your generosity, this year’s gala raised more than $450,000 to support children in our community.

Thank you also for sharing in BELL’s mission to improve the academic achievements, self-esteem and life opportunities for children living in low-income, urban communities. It was tremendous to hear from fifth grade scholar Stephen Beskalo, Jr. speak about his dreams to become a scientist and cure diseases; and eighth grader Kourtney Lewis speak about her dreams to attend Stanford University and Harvard Law Schook and then become a criminal defense attorney.

At this year’s event, we also paid tribute to the man who helped make BELL possible by serving as its chairman and mentor to CEO Earl Martin Phalen, Professor Charles J. Ogletree. In his name, BELL presented an award to Marian Heard. It was powerful to hear Marian speak so passionately about the work we all do “for the future” — about the importance of education, of becoming involved with local organizations like BELL, and of believing in the tremendous potential within all children.

Thank you agian for attending Field of Dreams. I hope to see you again at next yer’s even. Together we are truly impacting the lives of our community’s greatest asset — children.

Peace,
Earl Martin Phalen
Co-founder & CEO

Dear Ms. Shore:
Please accept my heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Board, Staff, and patients of Morton hospital for your generous gift of a $25.00 certificate for Morton Hosptial’s Fifteenth Annual Golf Tournament.

Funds raised through our Golf Tournament this year will be applied toward the purchase of equipment for Morton’s intensive Care Unit.

Again, please accept my sincerest appreciation for your contribution. Your support and leadership is an example to follow and will strengthen our community by improving the health care services available to residents of Greater Taunton.

Sincerely,
Lisa Silvia, Administrative Assistant
Public Affairs and Development

Dear Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture;
On behalf of The Friends of Mercy Centre Inc., I would like to extend our heartfelt appreciaton for your recent contribution to our fund raising auction held on June 3, 2006. As a result of your generous donation of a Gift Certificate, the Friends were able to raise over $9,000 all of which will go directly towards expenses to help keep this school for children with disabilities open.

We applaud your willingness to help those in the community in need and we thank you for helping us work towards our goal of supporting Mercy Centre.

Sincerely Yours,
Sharon Berndt
President

Dear Ms. Shore,
On behalf of the more than 150 residents and invited guests who attended the Saugus Housing Authority’s 16th Annual Summer Picnic on Wednesday, June 28, we would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to you for your support.

In addition to the financial assistance provided by several of the local banks and civic organizations throughout Saugus which helped to defer the rising costs of putting on the Summer Picnic, all of the “door prizes” given to many of the tenant’s who attended were donated by the local business community.

Through your continued generosity, our elderly and handicapped residents were able to get together, spend some time with friends and neighbors, have a great lunch and enjoy the day’s festivities!

Once again, thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
SAUGUS HOUSING AUTHORITY
Steven G. Whitehurst
Executive Director
James K. Wilkie, Chairman
Summer Picnic Committee

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for your generous donation of a $25.00 gift certificate to our Third Annual Raising the Roof Auction and Food Festival. The event was a tremendous success with approximately 200 people in attendance, including local business leaders and Habitat volunteers and supporters. We raised nearly $28,000 which will be used this fall to start a new building project, allowing two more low-income families the opportunity to become homeowners.

Your continued support of Habitat for Humanity’s mission to build simple, decent homes for those in need in Central Massachusetts is graciously appreciated. More than 20 families in Central Massachusetts have already realized their dreams of home ownership through our program of “a hand up, not a hand out.” We consider you a significant asset in our quest to eliminate substandard houseng - one home and one family at a time.

With much appreciation,
Kathyrn Smith
Board of Directors
Raising the Roof Committee

The American Cancer Society, the Greater Nashua Relay For Life, The Playing For a Cure Team, and everyone who has had cancer or has had a family member or friend experience cancer, thanks you for your support!

The 2006 Relay For Life walk was quite differnet this year. We had a torrential downpour that seemed to be a constant this spring. But, we made some changes and had our walk. We moved inside the gym this year for the walk. This was a “first.” A little disappointing in some ways but the weather was bad and threatened to get worse before the night was finished. Better to have healthy, safe people during the walk. The committee did a wonderful job of coordinating all of the special moments of the wwalk. The 16-18 hour walk is really made up of many, many special moments.

Some of the teams backed out. They raised their money but did not participate in the walk. Not the Playing For a Cure team! We had a full team with a lot of extra help during the walk. We didn’t raise as much money as last year, but we came close.

The Luminaria walk was made extra special by the decorated bags with tiny, white lights inserted in the bottom of the bags — lined up around the inner section of they gym floor. The Boy Scouts did an incredible job of decorating, including the word “HOPE” made up of bags, lighted with the glow sticks on the upper portion of the gym. Anoyone who has the opportunity to join us for even just this part of the event, will find it moving and beautiful. A little sad but mostly inspiritng!

The Survivor lap and reception following were very well done. All survivors and family were treated to a wonderful meal supplied by Smoky Bones Restaurant. All Survivors and families were invited to this reception. You don’t need to walk. Let me know if you would like information on attending in 2007.

Next year will be our tenth year as a team, so we will be approaching you for help again. We hope to exceed all our previous efforts. Your continuted support will help us to accomplish this goal.

Think about dropping by to see what we are “all about” or better yet, think about joining our team next year. You do not have to stay the whole 16-18 hours. You can participate for an hour, several hours or whatever fits into your schedule. If you only want to help raise funds, that works too. If you know of a business or group that would like to participate, let me know. If you want someone to speak to a group, we can do that.

I hope that each of you know how much your donation of money, gift certificates, prize donations and support helps to benefit the Relay For Life Walk. your help provides funds for Research, Advocacy, Road to Recovery, Reach to Recovery, Man to Man and many other projects that the American Cancer Society covers. Again, a very big thank you!

We are pleased to annouce that with your assistance we were able to reach our goal of $10,000 and hope to top that with our 5th Event in April 2007.

Again, thank you for your sponsorship. If you would be interested in participating next year through sponsorhip or on the Event Team, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,
Nicole and Sandi Cerra

Dear Ms. Shore,
Please accept my sincere thanks and appreciation for donating the $25 gift certificate to the 20th Annual St. Joseph Hospital Charity Golf Tournament. Your donation will be used for a door prize during the tournament.

This year, proceeds from the Tournament will support Cardiac Telemetry and Pediatric Care, and medical care and prescription coverage through the Marguerite d’Youville Fund for the Poor.

Thanks to the support of our good friends and sponsors, the St. Joseph Hospital Golf Tournment is one of the most successful charity fundraisers in the Northeast. The support we receive through the golf tournment is invested directly in the health and well being of the residents of Greater Nashua. Your gift enables our staff to continue its tradition of excellence with state-of-the-art technology and the very best in healthcare services.

I am very grateful to you for your loyal support of St. Joseph Hospital. Thank you very much for your generosity.

Sincerely,
Peter B. Davis, FACHE
President/CEO

Dear Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture,
A few words of appreciation hardly seem adequate, but we want to sincerely thank you for your donation. Due in large part to major contributors like you, we have raised over $30,000 to date, for this year’s parkinson research fund.

Over two hundred and fifty walkers showed up at Reebok’s International Headquarters to complete the three-mile walk. In addition, scores of volunteers worked tirelessly to plan and execute the event.

Thank you for the encouragement as well as the tangible benefits that your donation provided for all of us who are seeking the cure. It cannot happen without you.

Sincerely,
The Walk Planning Committee

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of the Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial Fund, thank you for your contribution to our silent auction that was part of the Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial Gala on June 1st. You, and your organization, stepped up to the plate and we are forever grateful. Funds generated from the Gala and the silent auction will help to construct a statewide memorial at the State House to honor all firefigters — past, present and future. We will break ground this summer and the expected finish date is spring 2007.

Thank you again for your generous contribution, and we look forward to continuing to work with you in the future.

Sincerely,
Norman Kight
President
Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial Committee

Dear Naomi:

Thank you for the recent donation you made to Cambridge Family and Children’s Service’s 13th Annual Circle of Friends Auction to support our programs for local children and families. Attached you will find a receipt for the auction item(s) you donated. With your help the May 17th Gala was a tremendous success.

The money raised from your donation will go directly toward programs serving childrn with special needs, children waiting for a family of their own through adoption, troubled adolescents, and fragile families struggling to overcome poverty and homelessness.

We acknowledge and appreciate your generous support.

Sincerely,
Mary McLaughlin
Auction Coordinator

What we’re able to raise might seem small compared to the greater need. However, the impact will extend far beyond the spending of the last cent. There is no amount of money that can buy the hope that is given when people care for others in need. Your generous participation in this event will have a value far greater than simply sending a group of teenagers on a trip, it will leave a legacy.

This July, First Congregational Church of Hopkinton is sending a team of 25 high school students and adults this summer to contribute to the restoration and rebuilding effort, partnering with area churches while in New Orleans from July 15 to July 22. Projects for the team may include removing debris, cleaning damage from flooding, gutting homes damaged by flood waters and serving at local food and clothing distribution centers.

“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31

“The prupose of human life is to serve and show compassion and the will to help others.” Albert Schweitzer

“In helping others we shall help ourselves for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us.” Flora Edwards

Thank you again for your generosity!
Sincerely,
Loretta Clark, Fundraising Chairperson, First congretational Church of Hopkinton

Due to unforseen circumstances we have to cancl this event. We will still be able to utilize your donation in other events here.

We thank you for your generous support of our sanctuary and our programs.
If you have any questions or concerns, please give us a call.

Sincerely,
Christine Turnbull, Sanctuary Director

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for supporting our 8th Annual “Stepping Out For Hospice” Memorial Walk. It was an amazing day - and the rain held off! Your recent donation of a gift certificate, valued at $25.00, and show of support was an important addition to our donations. I will list your business as a supporter in our Spring Newsletter.

On April 23, 2006, over 1000 people joined us at Stonehill College as we trekked through the scenic campus. This annual event is a meaningful way for our communities to join with family members and OCH staff, along with corporate and community walk teams, in raising awareness for hospice programs and services.

We are happy to report that the following goals were met:
• To raise $125,00 in support of our programs and services at Old Colony Hospice,
• To spread awareness to the public of the benefits of choosing hospice care for patients, and
• To have an enjoyable day in our community - Music, food, kids corner, raffles & awards.

This year, Old Colony Hospice will provide highly skilled, compassionate care to 80-95 patients, along with their loved ones, each day. We care for patients with compassion and dignity in private homes, as well as skilled nursing facilities. Your donation helps us bridge the gap between what we are paid by insurers and the true cost of providing care and medication during this most difficult phase of life.

Sincere thank for your involvement,
Marilyn A. Jackson
Director of Development

Dear Ms. Dean:
On behalf of the Board and Staff of Family & Children’s Service, we thank you for your generous donation in support of the agency’s 14th Annual Spring Reception and silent Auction.

We will be honoring Sam and Anne Davis for thier commitment to helping the agency further its mission - to help children and families in Lynn THRIVE. The proceeds of this event will support all of the agency’s prevention and skill-building programs designed with that mission in mind.

Your donation of a gift certificate for $25.00 to the silent auction will be a key element in our success, and will be acknowledged by our Master of Ceremonies.

Thank you again for your interest and support. We hope you will consider helping us again next year.

Sincerely,
Anna Marie Ventura
Director of Development

Dear Ms. Shore,
Celebrating 25 years of employing individuals with disabilities.

Thank you for your recent donation of the Gift Certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s for the Silent Auction to be held as part of our Annual Employee Recognition Dinner, May 18, 2006. This is our largest fundraising event of the year and the proceeds support the deserving women and men who are our special employees. We truly appreciate your participation in this effort.
By joining with others throughout the extended Employ+Ability community, you are helping sustain the positive experience of competitive employment with benefits for more than forty adults who have disabilities for over 25 years. We will recognize your donation at the event and we will share the list with the 300 guests who are expected to attend.

We truly appreciate your positive response to our request for a gift for our silent auction, and we look forward to another successful event this year. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Thank you.

Sincerely,
James Middleton
President

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Thanks to your generosity the event helped raise over $15,000 for our Annual Partner with Youth Campaign. The Boroughs Family Branch is thrilled to report that they have reached their $60,000 goal! The impact of the annual campaign is significant. In 2005 the YMCA awarded $95,000 in scholarships for youth and families. These scholarships provide many opportunities for those who would otherwise be unable to participate in childcare, teen initiatives and attend summer camp. Equally exciting is the influence that many of these young people have on our community as they develop their leadership and socialization skills.
Again, many thanks for placing the YMCA Boroughs Family Branch among your charitable priorities. We look forward to working with you on the 2007 Spring for Youth Charity Auction! You truly are our partner in our mission to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.

Sincerely,
Ed Stake
Chair
2006 Annual Partner with Youth Campaign
Boroughs Family Branch

The funds raised at the auction will help us achieve our mission: Camp Fire Boys and Girls builds caring, confident youth and future leaders.
Without support like yours, many of the club, camping, and self reliance programs could not continue and the children who participate through sliding fees and camperships would not be offered that assistance.

Once again, from all of us at Camp Fire, our heartfelt thanks for your support and help.

Sincerely,
Auction Committee

Dear Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture,
On behalf of St. John’s School, we would like to thank you for your generous donation to our Auction. Since this Action is a major fund-raising event for St. John’s your contributrino is greatly appreciated. Your name and contribution was prominently acknowledged in our Auction brochure, which was distributed the night of the Auction, January 21, 2006. Over 200 people were in attendance for this event and we encouraged patronage to those businesses that have so generously donated to our cause.

From the children of St. John the Baptist School, thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
The Auction Committee

Thank you for your generosity.
Sincerely,
Lynn Watts
President

It has always been, and continues to be one of our most popular attractions. The raffle winners were chosen at the end of the evening and there were many happy people in the crowd. It is your generosity that helped make our Spring Fling such a success once again.

Thank you very much.

Sincerely,
Main Dunstable Elementary School PTO

Approximately 70 Golfers took to the course for the event and 100 attended the tournament luncheon.

This golf tournament was established in memory of Peter St. Clair. who lost his life to cancer at the age of fifty-four. All proceeds go directly to benefit Massachusetts General Hospital for research of lung cancer (Bronchial Alveolar Carcinoma).

The St Clair family and the Tournament Committee would like to extend our most sincere thanks to you for your Sponsorship/Donations in support of this year’s event. It is your generosity that helped make the tournament such a great success.

Recognition for your support of this worthwhile event has been included in a note of -’Special Thanks” published in the local newspaper.

Thank you again your support and encouragement.

Thank you,
Jackie St. Clair, Chairperson

Dear Naomi:
Our largest fundraiser of the year, ‘Cruising at the OLN Auction was held at Our Lady of Nazareth Academy on Saturday, October 25, 2003. As you recall, Our Lady of Nazareth Academy is a non-profit, independent Catholic All-Girls High School established in 1949 located in Wakefield, MA. Our Lady of Nazareth Academy receives NO financial support from the Archdiocese of Boston, local or state tax revenues. It exists solely on tuitions/donations and fundraising which directly benefits our students and school.

Even in a year with a depressed economy, uncertainty in world markets, and war in our world; with your generous donation and support, this year’s “Cruise themed” Auction was a most successful event. We raised $44,000! After expenses, $40,000 will be returned to the school to continue to meet educational and activity expenses for the 2002-2003 school year.

The event was well publicized throughout the OLN family and to news media outlet in the 30 communities that send students to the Academy. . Your donation was recognized in our auction program and hopefully families and friends of the Academy will support and patronize your business.

Once again, thank you for your support of Our Lady of Nazareth Academy. We are most grateful and blessed to have your help in the education of our young women of the future.

Sincerely,
Paula .C. Black
Auction Chairwoman

As you may recall from previous correspondences, Stacy was a vibrant, beautiful, young woman whose life was cut tragically short in an automobile accident. She was a well- rounded individual who possessed an extraordinary amount of dedication, leadership, and spirit. She was kind to others and was an inspiration to many. She affected hundreds of people in her short lifetime. It is our continued goal to ensure that her legacy be carried on to touch the lives of others for many years to come.
The Stacy Stott Memorial Fund will continue to award scholarships to graduating seniors Andover High School, Chelmsford High School, Dracut High School, Greater Lowell vocational Technical High School, Lowell Catholic High School. Lowell High School. Methuen High School, Tewksbury High School, and Celebrity All Stars. In addition donations have and will be made to the Lowell High School dance program in an effort to sustain this program for Lowell High School students.

Recipients of the first annual scholarships illustrated some of the characteristics that defined Stacy: motivation, dedication to education and extra-curricular activities, leadership skills, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of others. We will continue to reward young adults who possess these valued characteristics.

Please accept our warmest thanks for your assistance in helping us continue the legacy of spirit and kindness that Stacy began in her lifetime.

Sincerely,
The Senior Sport Memorial Fund Committee

Sincerely
Cheryl Penney
Adolescent Outreach Worker

We, at the Salem Animal Rescue League, are overwhelmed both by the sheer number and by the generosity of all our supporters. The wide array of quality items and services donated, many of which were one-of-a-kind, made it possible to create beautiful displays. The numerous bidders participated with an open heart and a generous hand.

Thanks to you, the shelter was able to raise a total over $60,000 for the evening!

Needless to say, we are thrilled with the outcome. We also want to assure you that 100% the funds raised at the Whiskers and Tails auction will go directly to the support and care of our animals.

Once again, thank you for your wonderful generosity in supporting the Salem Animal Rescue League!

Please come and visit us at one of our scheduled Open Houses, and check our website for shelter updates and upcoming events.

Remember to save a date for the next Whiskers and Tails Auction in the Fall of 2005!

Sincerely,
Lori J. Betrand
President Salem Animal Rescue League

YOUR CONTRIBUTION WILL GREATLY HELP OUR EFFORTS TO REDUCE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN EASTON.

SINCERELY OFFICER DENISE PAPAGNO PRESIDENT H. U. G.S. II

The raffle & fund-raiser event at Fuddrucker’s in North Andover were a great success for our team, as we raised just over $600.00. This will go quite a ways toward funding the team for the 2005 season. Without the generosity of companies like Bernie & Phyl’s, we would not have been able to accomplish this.

As a club made up of people who enjoy playing, teaching, and learning about the game of baseball, we do appreciate having the chance to interact with a wide range - folks from different walks of life. We are especially grateful to those people who lave generously supported the team.

For more information about our team, you can visit our website at www.essexbaseball.org. We are always looking for people who are interested in learning about baseball as it was played in the 1800’s.

Sincerely, Anthony J. Guanci
Assistant Captain & Treasurer
Essex Base Ball Club

Thanks to your generosity the event helped raise over $10,000 for our Annual Partner with Youth Campaign.
The Boroughs Family Branch is thrilled to report that they have reached their $40.000 goal! The impact of the annual campaign is significant. In 2004 the YMCA awarded $75,000 in scholarships for youth and families.

These scholarships provide many opportunities for those who would otherwise be unable to participate in childcare, teen initiatives and attend summer camp. Equally exciting is the influence that many of these young people have on our community as they develop their leadership and socialization skills.

Again, many thanks for placing the YMCA Boroughs Family Branch among your charitable priorities. We look forward to working with you on the 2006 Spring for Youth event! You truly are our partner in our mission to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.

Sincerely,
Ed Slake
Lois Rossifer
Co-Chairs, 2005 Annual Partner with Youth Campaign Boroughs
Family Branch

Bernie & Phyl’s
308 East Main Street
Norton, MA 02766
Attention: Naomi Shore Public Relations Coordinator

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of the MAGIC Foundation/RSS Division Annual Scholarshlp fundraiser, we would like to thank you for your generous donation.

Through the support of organizations like yours, the RSS Scholarship Fund was able to raise enough money to send a number of families to the yearly MAGIC Foundation Medical Convention.

Again, thank you for your generous support.

Sincerely,
Brenda Callahan
RSS Fundraising Committee
Leah DePolo
RSS Fundraising Committee

Dear Sir or Madam,
Thank you for your donation to the F.J. Dutile Auction 2005.

Our auction is a community building event. All of the funds raised go directly to the Parent Teacher Organization to support enriching academic and cultural programs for our children. Your generosity contributes to our success.

Per tax regulations, your donation is completely tax-deductible, as no goods or services have been provided in return by F. J. Dutile School. A listing of your donations and their value is provided below for your tax records.

We are so fortunate to have a community of parents, friends and businesses who have given time, talent and treasure to our school!

Thank you,
F.J. Dutile
Auction Co-Chair

Dear Ms. Shore,
On behalf of Danvers Educational Enrichment Partnership, I would like to thank you for your generous gift towards our 7? Annual Wine Tasting. Your commitment to helping the educational process in our community is sincerely appreciated.
Each year DEEP continues to advance its mission of enriching Danvers Public Schools Educational Process through a unique partnership comprised of schools community volunteers and businesses. Through our programs, such as the Teacher Mi-Grants for Curriculum Development and One on One Mentorship’s we have seen many lives changed for the better.

In particular the DEEP grant program has enjoyed great success in the past year. We have more than doubled our monies available for teacher grant donations, and this year’s event raised over 20K for next year’s grants.

The goal of the Partnership is to continue to make a difference in the Danvers Public Schools. With the help of donations from supporters such as you we will continue to see improvements in school programs.

Thanks again for your generous support of our efforts to enhance our school system’s curriculum.

Best wishes,
Sandy MacDonald
7th Annual DEEP Wine Tasting Auction Chairperson

Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture continued support every year of this event, has allowed us to give away close to $20,000.00 in scholarship monies to a deserving high school seniors.

Looking forward to working with you again next year. Best Wishes.

Sincerely,
Sanford Epstein
Director of Community Resources

Our spaghetti supper/silent auction was well attended by the community where we served over 40 pounds of pasta and meatballs each. The auction and penny sale added a touch of excitement to the evening.

Thank you again for supporting Troop 20, the scouts appreciate it.

Sincerely,
Deborah Preston, Committee Secretary
Maria Kraemer, Event Chairperson
Roland Harris, Committee Chairperson

Carol LeBlanc and family Thank you for your donation in memory of Marshall Potter.
Because of your generosity our committee was able to donate nearly $30,000 to FSMA.

Thanks again!
Family & Friends of Marshall

Sincerely,
Kristin Lynch
Habitat for Humanity
Greater Boston

Thank You!
Christine Tessier
Support Donna Lane

Thanks again for your support. We couldn’t do it without you.

Sincerely,
Leslee Rotma
Sharon High School

For your contribution and support, we commend you.

For helping us to raise essential funds for The Greater Boston Food Bank’s Second Helping program, we thank you.

Sincerely,
The Boston College Alumni Asocation,
The Second Helping Gala Committee and
The Greater Boston Food Bank

Thanks to your thoughtfulness, we are looking forward to a very successful evening.

Once again, we thank you for your donation, it will benefit a very worthy cause. If you would like to see your donation on display, please feel free to join us on Friday, March 19, 2004. We hope to see you there!

Sincerely,
Murphy School Parent Council
Lori Guilfoyle, President

Karin, Bob, William & especially Adam Sullivan
www.tsalliance.org
www.tsclinic.org (Adam is featured on this site)

Sincerely,
Bev Wright, Chief Development Officer

Sincerely,
Friends and Family of Kenneth Kelley

Sincerely,
J Hotch

Thank you again for your support.

Sincerely,
Rhonda Ruscon
Veterans PTO

Your gift certificate donation is sure to bring in a nice bid.

We should have a fun and successful evening. Thanks in part to you.

Jackie Lydom
Community Parish Nursing

The gift certificate was a great addition. We had a great time!

Thank you,
Janna McNeil

It is the generosity of people like you that helped make this event a huge success.

Your thoughtfulness and generosity is greatly appreciated. Be assured of a remembrance in our prayers.

Gratefully,
Sister Margaret Marie Murphy, SRD
Principal, Saint Anthony School

Sincerely,
Julie Selm

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for supporting the 15? Annual Walk for Hospice. Your generous gift-in-kind donation of a gift certificate, which you valued at $25.00, sends a clear message to our patients, their families, and Hospice caregivers that you, too, care about human dignity and compassion.

The Walk raises funds so that Hospice of the South Shore can provide special care for terminally ill patients and their families during a sensitive and important time of life. A team of caring professionals teaches family members how to comfort and care for their loved one and for each other. Hospice also offers bereavement counseling for children, siblings, parents, and friends. All of these services are provided regardless of the patient’s or family’s ability to pay.

The Walk is a very public expression of this love and appreciation, as you can see from these remembrances placed on the Wall of Memories:
“Angels are surely here on earth in the loving form of Hospice workers! Love & Thanks.”
“It’s been 16 years since I lost my mother to cancer, but the pleasant memories of her Hospice nurses are still fresh in my mind.Thank You. ”

This is why your support is so appreciated.

The IRS asks that we tell you that no goods or services were provided in exchange for this donation.
On behalf of our Hospice patients and their families, thank you for sponsoring this important local cause.

Sincerely,
Edith Millard
Philanthropy Officer
Hospice of the South Shore

Dear Ms. Shore:
Well… We did it for the kids!! Our annual Raffle and Silent Auction held in December 2005 was a resounding success. $7,560 was raised for the Transportation Children’s Center (TCC). Your donation of a $25 gift certificate was greatly appreciated.
Over the next year, TCC will move forward with key initiatives such as capital improvements, which include the start-up of a new toddler program.

We fully understand the significance of the community and the support that it provides the Center by assisting us in our financial endeavors. This allows us to continue to offer a Center that is dedicated to the nurturing and care giving of children within our community.

Again - we truly appreciate your support and contribution!

Sincerely,
Laurie Morelli
Executive Director

Dear Contributor,
The family and friends of Peter Kievenaar would like to thank you for supporting the PETER KIEVENAAR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND. The donations and assistance received by you and many others that knew Peter will fund scholarships through the West Bridgewater Citizen’s Scholarship Foundation for many years to come.

Your contribution will help to honor the memory of Peter Kievenaar while assisting a deserving young student to attend college.
Let me express my deepest appreciation for your support.

Sincerely,
Joan M. Kievenaar
Scholarship Fund Coordinator

Dear Ms. Shore,
Thank you for your generous, tax-deductible donation to the Voices Rising Silent Auction Gala in collaboration with the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition. With your generous support, Voices Rising will continue to make music that brings together communities and works for social change, from breast cancer and beyond.

Join us for our spring concert “I Come from Women,” on April 28 and 29, 2006. This music will celebrate our chorus members’ heritages and will speak to identities of gender, sexuality and class. Throughout the winter, visit our website for concert updates, photos and ways to help Voices Rising raise funds by shopping online at places like Amazon.com.

Thank you again for your dedication to fighting the causes of cancer and your commitment to making powerful music.

We can’t do it without you.
Sincerely,
Carrie Kleiman, President

Dear Ms. Shore,
Simple thanks are not enough for the tremendous outpouring of giving we witnessed at our “Renew Our Heritage” Auction, on Friday, November 18! One of the most successful fundraisers ever for the Academy of Notre Dame, the evening proved, once again, that parents, alumnae and extended members of the NDA family have not forgotten what our beloved Academy stands for: a shining example of academic excellence.

At NDA, no child is ever left behind-and thanks to your exemplary generosity their future now holds even more promise. You can be sure that many students will benefit from your open hearts and quietly thank you for giving them “The NDA Advantage.” But, the real measure of your success will be how your “heritage” of giving inspires these same students to continue this tradition of support to The Academy-just as many of you have.

Though one can never truly put a number on generosity, we thought you would be pleased to know that we anticipate raising $60,000 from the auction.

These exceptional numbers speak for themselves.

May the blessings of the Christmas season be with you and those you hold dear.

Gratefully,
Dr. Karen M. Juliano
President

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Suffolk University 5K Road Race and Family Walk Committee, we would like to express our appreciation for your Gift-in-Kind donation of a gift certificate valued at $50. Your support has helped in making the 7th annual 5K Road Race on September 18, 2005 a success!

Because of your support, the road race is becoming a lasting tradition at Suffolk University. We are proud to announce that the success of the road race has allowed us to establish an endowed scholarship fund at the University to provide much needed financial support to students. Our success this year has reaffirmed our commitment to continue this race as an annual event and we look forward to contacting you over the next several months to ask for your continued participation.
This letter also serves to confirm that no goods or services were provided to you by Suffolk University in consideration for you gift.

Our sincere thanks for helping us make this road race/family walk a truly outstanding event.

Sincerely,
Lina Tollis

Dear Friends:
Thank you for the donation of the gift certificate for the Recreational Therapy Annual Raffle Bake Sale. Our residents will be enjoying Recreational Therapy programs sponsored by this event, which was a great success.

Once again, thank you for your donation.

Sincerely,
Brenda Woodside,
Director of Recreational Therapy

To Whom It May Concern:
On behalf of the Orchestra Parents, Sports Boosters and Parent Advisory Council (After Prom) at B.M.C. Durfee Nigh School, we would like to thank you for your participation in our wide tasting and silent auction event on November 10,2005.

The event was an enormous success, and this was due in part to your donation for our silent auction. .The monies raised will be evenly divided between the three (3) listed organizations with the ultimate beneficiary, our students at the high school.
We are planning on repeating this event next year, and it is our hope that you will once again consider participating.

Thank you again for your donation.
Sincerely,
The Committee
Robert Hebda
Karen Ouellette
Joyce Foley
Holly Bronhard
Colleen Hebda
Tim Nicoletti
Elizabeth Berube
Judy Bento
Rebecca Pacheco

We hope you and your family have a wonderful Holiday Season and a Happy New Year.
We thank you again for your support.

In great appreciation,
Heather Sylvia
Craft Fair Committee
PTTF President, Raffle & Silent Auction Coordinator
Thorntons Ferry Elementay School

Dear Naomi:
Thank you for your generous support of The Wellness Community’s Annual Fall Gala, Denim & Diamonds. We are delighted you were able to donate a gift certificate. Your donation helped us raise money to ensure that The Wellness Community will be here whenever someone hears the words “you have cancer.”

The Wellness Community is a place where no one faces cancer alone. We bring people together to share their stories and to take an active role in their recovery. Our support groups, educational programs, mind/body classes, creative activities and social events promote well-being and instill hope. Thanks to donors like you, ail Wellness Community services are provided free of charge.

During the past three years The Wellness Community has experienced unprecedented growth, including the opening of a program at the Dimock Community Health Center in Roxbury. Thank you for making this possible and for making a difference in the lives of thousands of families affected by cancer.

Sincerely,
Kathy Cronin

Dear Bernie & Phyl’s:
On behalf of the Norton Athletic Complex Committee, I wish to thank you for your very generous donation of a $25 Gift Certificate. Your donation was raffled off at our Silent Auction during our Gillette Stadium Fundraiser on November 13th, 2005. Thank you for supporting our efforts. Our Girl’s Fast Pitch Softball Field is complete, permanent lights have been installed to the Varsity Football Field, and the Varsity Baseball Field has received new sod and irrigation wells.

We still need to renovate the Junior Varsity Field and the practice fields, provide bleachers for all fields, reconstruct the high school track, and install lights to both the Varsity Baseball Field and the Softball Field. Your donation will help enable the youth of Norton to utilize a first rate athletic facility. We are hopeful, that through your effort, and that of others, our “Field of Dreams” will become a reality.

Thank you again for your very generous support.
Jonathon O’Reilly, Chairman
Norton Athletic Complex Committee

Dear Naomi,
THANK YOU!!!!
We now plan to distribute close to 50 scholarships of $500 each to Massachusetts’ service members. Your donation of gift certificates really helped. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for all your hard work and your generous donations. The numbers speak for themselves. The proceeds are well over our anticipated goals.

As I said on Veteran’s Day Friday November 11th at the Tribute to the Troops Event at Florian Hall in Dorchester, this event was not about the war, either for or against the war, but rather it was about our Service Members, their families, and their education needs.

Our success cannot be attributed to any one person or organization. It was the combination of many special people - either in a group or individually - working collectively toward a common goal of raising funds for service members and their families for their educational goals. The effort started over 3 months ago and really paid off.

One Service Member, Specialist Brendan J. Murphy of Dorchester (my brother), was able to express his appreciation of all our efforts through a live telephone call from Iraq to a crowd of over 400 hundred during the event. Brendan thanked all for sending packages and supporting our troops away from home. May Brendan and all our service members return home safely.

Thank you again and God Bless our Troops,

Sincerely,
Jimmy Murphy

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for your generous gift of 1 $50 Gift Certificate to the FRCS Fall and Silent Auction. It is through such donations that we are able to continue offering scholarships to our outgoing seniors and to expand the existing library. For your records, our school’s Tax Exempt Number is 043-421-863. Once again, thank you for helping to make our first auction a success.

Sincerely,
Deborah E. Byron
Scholarship committee Member

Dear Naomi,
Thank you for the donation of the $25 gift card for the Smiling Kids Annual Birthday Bash on October 22, 2005 at the Weston Golf Club. We are pleased to report that due to the generosity of so many; the evening was a great success. The Annual Birthday Bash raised over $74,000, which exceeded our goal.

100% of the money raised will be used to fund our Birthday Smiles program that will provide birthday presents to more than 2,000 children and teens in need throughout Massachusetts in 2006. Thanks to separate private contributions, all of the event and general operating costs for Smiling Kids Inc. are entirely subsidized.

Smiling Kids, Inc is an anonymous organization. The agencies and social service groups that we work with are responsible for identifying and delivering the birthday gifts to the families. The gift that o child receives comes from the parent or guardian; therefore, making Smiling Kids, Inca service as much for the parent as it is for the child.

We look forward to the opportunity to work with you next year. If you are interested in discovering other ways you and/or your organization can help these children please contact us at #508-486-9299 or visit us on the web at http://www.smilin~kidsinc.org.

Best Wishes,
Karen W. Sommers
President
Smiling Kids, Inc.

Dear Bernie & Phyl:
As you know, the Saugus Public Library Foundation, in conjunction with the Saugus Business Partnership, the Friends of the Saugus Public Library, and the Saugus Chamber of Commerce, held its Third Annual Wine Tasting and Silent Auction on Saturday, October 15?. Our third effort was a huge success, attracting the largest crowd yet and raising much needed money to support the Library building needs, programs, services, and collections.

On behalf of the Foundation Board of Directors, Friends, Trustees, Staff, and Patrons, we would like to express our appreciation for your generosity and support for the Saugus Public Library. We are truly grateful for your wonderful donation of a $25.00 gift certificate for our Silent Auction. Your donation generated a great deal of interest. With your help, the Foundation raised approximately $10,000 in their ongoing efforts to support and enhance the Library.

We have posted signs in the Library thanking you and all of the wonderful supporters of this event and have sent a public thank you for publication in all the local newspapers. Your contribution really helped make the night a huge success, far exceeding our expectations. With the participation of so many area businesses, the Saugus Business Partnership, the Saugus Chamber of Commerce, Town Officials, Friends, and supporters, we are already looking ahead and planning next year’s event. We really appreciate the part you played in our successful fundraising efforts. Thank you again.

Sincerely,
Mary Rose Quinn,
Library Director
Kristin Tozza, Chair
Friends’ Wine Tasting Committee

Dear Naomi:
On behalf of the New Hampshire Chapter of the March of Dimes, thank you for your generous donation to our Signature Chefs Auction fundraiser held on October 19. We appreciate your continued support, and thank you for sending a gift certificate with a value of $50 for our auction. With the support of companies like Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture, our 2005 auction was a tremendous success. We how that your establishment is a New Hampshire favorite and we had great response from our attendees.

If we can be of assistance to you in any way, please do not hesitate to call. Please retain this document as a receipt of your donation. If you have any questions, please call the March of Dimes office at (603) 228- 0317. We look forward to seeing you next year.

Warmest regards,
Shannon Bison
Community Director

Our objective in our work with refugees is to bring them to a point of full self- sufficiency, and we make a point of informing them of Bernie and Phyl’s support of RIM and recommend they visit your stores when they are ready to purchase furniture for their new homes In this way we can show our appreciation of your support and hopefully bring new customers into your stores.

Sincerely,
Richard L. Bersin
Special Projects Director
Refugee Immigration Ministry

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of all of us at Zoo New England, I would like to thank you for your participation in A Wild Affair: The Stone Zoo Centennial Celebration, and for your donation of a $50 gift certificate to Bernie and Phyl’s Furniture to our silent auction.
Thanks to friends like you, A Wild Affair raised over $30,000, which will directly benefit the many vital programs at Stone Zoo - from conservation and education, to the care of our animals. As well, your contribution will ensure that Stone Zoo can continue to provide fun, safe and enlightening experiences for visitors.

A Wild Affair exceeded our wildest expectations - not only marking Stone Zoo’s 100? year with an evening as unique and fun as the Zoo itself but also generating a tremendous outpouring of support. With 16 fabulous restaurants participating, dozens of local businesses and individuals donating silent auction items and more than 500 tickets sold. this was truly a success - a success made by your support, as well as the extraordinary efforts of everyone in our community who joined you in contributing to A Wild Affair.

In fact, given the enthusiastic response, we have decided to make it an annual event!

Once again, we would like to thank you for participating in A Wild Affair and - most importantly - for being part of the Stone Zoo community. We look forward to working with you to make the next hundred years of Stone Zoo even more memorable than the first.

We hope to see you often in the coming year, and - of course - hope that you will join us again next fall for A Wild Affair 2006.

Sincerely,
John Linehan
President & CEO

Dear Naomi,
Thank you!

Your generous support helped to make our 1st annual Play For Kids golf tournament an outstanding success!
The event raised over $14,000, to benefit the Museum’s outreach programs, which serve children and families in need. Your generous donation reflects a thoughtful decision to recognize and support the Museum’s accomplishments and it confirms your belief in the importance of our mission . . . helping children and families become life-long learners!

Please be assured that this donation will bear dividends for years to come. And thanks for your belief in “hands on” learning for children!

Sincerely,
Paula J. Peterson
Executive Director

Dear Naomi:
On behalf of the patients and families cared for by HealthCare Dimensions Hospice, thank you for generously donating to our online auction a $50 gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture.

The auction was held in conjunction with our event, Voices for Hospice, a celebration of our 25th anniversary and World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. The event, including the online auction, raised over $40,000 for HealthCare Dimensions Hospice.

We appreciate your support for the valuable programs and services that our organization provides to terminally ill children and adults and their loved ones.

Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Harding
Development & Communications Manager

Dear Ms. Shore:
Special thanks to you for donating a gift certificate valued at $25.00. This gift will be a terrific auction item at this year’s “Friends of Hospice” Annual Gala.

The theme for this year’s event will celebrate the founding of Old Colony Hospice twenty-six years ago -we are so proud of that. We plan another very worthwhile evening - scrumptious dining, auction of a few select items and dancing a1 the Blue Hill Country Club in Canton on October 21,2005.

Honoring some special supporters and enjoying the message of Dr. Ned Cassem, a colleague of the founder of the hospice movement in our country, plus our guest celebrity, Harvey Leonard, WCVB-TV Meteorologist, will complete our event!
As a supporter, Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture will be promoted in our program book for the event and will be listed in the 2006 Report of Gifts.

Since 1979, Old Colony Hospice has provided compassionate, expert medical care and programs that focus on body, mind, and spirit - with an understanding that serious illness profoundly impacts the patient as well as family and friends. Teams of health care professionals will serve 80-95 patients each day, plus their families, regardless of their ability to pay. This makes it critically important for us to raise money through sponsorships.

Thanks for your role in our evening –
Marilyn A. Jackson
Director of Development/Marketing

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of South Shore Habitat for Humanity, our Family Partners and the Committee for the 7? Annual Golf Classic, I would like to once again thank you for the support Bernie & Phyl’s has given to this annual event. Your donation of a $25 gift certificate to this year’s tournament was one of the more than 80 items raffled or sold by silent auction. Every dollar raised brings Family Partners, such as the tournament’s speaker, Kim Moran, one step closer to realizing the pride and stability of home ownership.

As a major donor to our organization, Bernie & Phyl’s will extend its presence beyond the tournament by being recognized in our October newsletter; sent to more than 10,000 individuals, businesses, and organizations in the South Shore and beyond. Sponsors like you lay the foundation for the success of our Golf Classic, and we look forward to continuing this partnership for years to come as this event grows.

With warmest regards,
Cynthia Hargrove . Perkins
Executive Director

Dear Ms. Shore,
Thank you for your generous donation to the annual Link Up for MS Pro Am Golf Tournament. The Bernie & Phyl’s $50 gift certificate was a premier addition to the raffle. It was a beautiful day at the Ferncroft Country Club and we had 92 players, 12 LPGA members, and more than 20 volunteers. To date, this tournament has raised over $80,000! Your generous support of the fight against multiple sclerosis will help to change the face of this devastating disease.

Your participation will not only allow the National MS Society to fund critical research, but it will also enable our Chapter to provide community-based education, support and advocacy in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Through these services we are responding to the needs of the many individuals and their families who are confronted every day by the many challenges of living with multiple sclerosis.

We are also very excited to announce that the third annual Link Up for MS Pro Am Golf Tournament will be held at the Ipswich Country Club, Ipswich, MA on July 24,2006. If you are in-ed in playing or receiving sponsorship opportunities, please contact Melissa Pilicy at 781.890.4990 x129.

Thank you again for your commitment in the fight against Multiple Sclerosis. We look forward to seeing you next year.

Sincerely,
Arlyn A. White
Chapter President

The Brian D. Silber Spine Tumor Clinic is committed to high quality patient care, innovative research, and effective educational programs. In the past year we have seen the continued growth of the Clinic where patients are evaluated, advised, and treated by a multidisciplinary group of doctors. Brian’s Fund also support for a research team focused on spinal cord tumor research. Our goal is to provide the funds to continue this important work with the hope that one day there will be a cure.

Plans are underway for the ninth annual Brim D. Silber Memorial Golf Tournament which will take place on July 19, 2006. We hope that we can count on you again to participate in this special event.

We are grateful to you for making this tournament a success and for your camaraderie, loyalty, and support. Working together we can truly make a difference in the lives of spine tumor patients and their families.

Sincerely,
Sharon and Jason Silber

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of Lakeview House Nursing Home, the Golf Committee, Staff, and the Board of Directors of The Arc of Northern Essex County, we want to thank you for your Gift Certificate for $25 to support our 1st Annual ‘Tee Off for the Arc” Golf tournament event at the Haverhill Country Club on August 22, 2005.

Along with your participation and many other local businesses, we have been able to raise in excess of $25,000 which will be used to continue providing services to families in the Merrimack Valley.

As you know, the need for advocacy, support and resources for individuals with developmental disabilities increases each year. We are very proud to be able to continue our mission of empowering individuals and families to become self-advocates and respected, contributing independent members of their local communities.

Thank you again for your support and we look forward to having you participate in our “Tee Off for The Arc” next year on August 21, 2006 at the Haverhill Country Club. Our hole in one prize will be a Jaguar from Woburn Foreign Motors Automotive Group.

Sincerely yours,
Kathy and John Guarino
Golf Committee Chairs
Pamela Weiner
Executive Director
Fran Hogan
Family Support

The Medal of Hope dinner is O.N.E’s largest fundraising event and, this year, the Medal of Hope dinner not only celebrates O.N.E’s 20? anniversary but also the 10? anniversary of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Reform. O.N.E’s 20 years of work and the CRA Reform has led to millions of dollars being invested in low and moderate income communities and thousands of individuals achieving economic independence.

Again, we thank you for your commitment to economic equality. Your generous contribution will help ONE raise critical funds and will allow 0-N.E to continue to bring people into the financial mainstream for many more years to come.

With gratitude,
Rev. Joseph E. Washington
Chairman & CEO
Maicharia Z. Weir Lytle
Executive Director

Dear MS. Shore,
On behalf of Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support (formerly Rape & Assault Support Services, Inc.), I would like to thank you for your support and participation in the 6th Annual Cycle to Break the Cycle of Domestic Violence event on September 17,2005.

Your generous donation of a twenty-five dollar gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s furniture for the raffle will assist us in raising funds to support the critical work done everyday with victims of domestic violence.

One hundred percent of the proceeds of this event will go directly to assisting families victimized by domestic violence in rebuilding their lives.

Please know that your contribution is greatly appreciated. Together, we can and will make the Greater Nashua Community a safer place to live, work and raise our families.

Thank you.
Sincerely,
Dawn L. Reams, M.Ed
Executive Director

Dear Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture,
The SHCPS Parent Guild would like to express their gratitude and appreciation for your generous donation to our Fa11'05 Raffle Fundraiser (08122 - 09/02/05, winners drawn on 09/09/05):”$25.00 Gift Certificate”.

This is our first fundraiser of this kind, and so far we are doing great. We hope to raise $10,000.00. All funds raised will be used to benefit the children at Seven Hills.

Once again, everyone here at the Seven Hills Charter Public School thanks you for your thoughtful contribution.

Sincerely,
Donna M. Lemoyne
Parent Guild Chairperson
Seven Hills Charter Public School

Dear Naomi,
Many thanks to you and Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture for donating a $50 gift certificate to our upcoming Go Fish! gala event on Friday, September 16,2005.This is a fantastic item that will certainly enhance our auction.

Sincerely,
Holli Daley
Development Officer, Special Event Coordinator

Dear Naomi,
Thank you for your donation of a $25 gift certificate for The Greater Boston Food Bank’s Second Helping Gala. This donation helped us to raise over $1 15,000, which will enable us to continue to rescue an estimated 4,000 pounds each and every week of perishable and prepared food that would otherwise go to waste.

Begun in 1989 as a joint venture w@ the Boston College Alumni Association, Second Helping is the critical link between food establishments willing to donate their surplus and a wide range of emergency and non-emergency feeding programs. Donors to this vital rescue program include caterers, hotels, corporate cafeterias, universities and restaurants. Last year Second Helping collected more than 216,000 pounds of nutritious food, providing the equivalent of nearly 166,000 meals to those in need.
In addition to daily pick-ups and deliveries by Food Bank staff using our own trucks, we now facilitate the direct transfer of even more surplus by serving as the intermediary, matching available donations with the needs of our Second Helping recipients by food type and amount.

To learn more about hunger in Massachusetts and how we are serving people in your area, we invite you to visit our website, www.abfb.org. The site is also secure for making additional charitable gifts to Second Helping, Kids Cafe, Brown Bag, or wherever the need is greatest.

Thank you again for your thoughtful gift!

Sincerely,
Carla Kindt
Director of Development and Capital Campaign

Dear Ms. Shore:
We want to thank you for your donation to our “Taste of Braintree” fundraiser this year. The success of an event such as this depends on many things, especially the kindness of individuals and businesses that support our efforts and generously donate to our silent auction. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Approximately 1,000 people attended this special event - more than triple the number of last year. I have enclosed a copy of our event brochure.

With this year’s proceeds, the Parent Involvement Program was able to sponsor a Braintree High School team to compete at the National Robotics Competition in Atlanta, Georgia. We are proud to say that they placed 3rd among 53 teams nationwide. With this being their first time - what an awesome accomplishment! We also plan on continuing with our middle schools’ robotics teams, with this year being able to sponsor a novice team and an advanced team at each middle school.
Besides funding the MCAS tutoring program for our fourth graders, we are pleased to have another opportunity to enrich the education of the children of Braintree. The sixth graders will be able to participate in a tutoring program in preparation for their math MCAS tests. We strongly believe in supporting math, science and technology programs. With your help this year, we were able to expand these programs and many others.

Again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generous donation, which helped to make this day an extremely successful one for the children of Braintree.

Sincerely yours,
PARENT INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM
Joanne Ciarmataro, Director

Ms. Naomi Shore
Public Relations Coordinator
Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture
Blumenthal & Associates
101 Wolcott Road
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of Old Colony Hospice, thank you for supporting the Old Colony Hospice Classic III. Your recent donation of a gift certificate valued at $50.00 and show of support will be a terrific addition to the tournament.

On August 22, our slate of golfers will enjoy a beautiful day at Brookmeadow Country Club in Canton. Following the tournament, we’ll enjoy lunch and the awards ceremony in the clubhouse, in addition to our Auction/Raffle with many desirable items.

Our goals are two-fold: To provide the players with an enjoyable day and to raise awareness of the benefits of hospice care. Special thanks to you for your donation - it will be received with enthusiasm at the event, and we will list your business as a supporter in the program book and our fall newsletter.

This year, Old Colony Hospice will provide highly skilled, compassionate care each day to 75 - 85 patients and their loved ones. We care for patients with compassion and dignity in private homes as well as skilled nursing facilities. Donations such as yours help us bridge the gap between what we are paid by insurers and the true cost of providing care and medication during this most difficult phase of life.

Sincere thanks,
El Mulligan, CMP Event Coordinator

Dear Ms. Shore,
Thank you for your generous contribution to the North Shore Medical Center’s 2nd Annual Golf Classic. Your donation of one $50 Gift Certificate is greatly appreciated. For donation purposes we have credited your gift, as requested, at a total value of $50.

Private, charitable support is extremely important in today’s environment of dwindling health care resources. As a supporter, you remain one of the most important keys to our future. Now more than ever special gifts, such as yours, help to make a measurable difference in the achievements of our program’s and the services we offer.

On behalf of the Medical Center and the patients we serve, thank you again for your invaluable support.

Best Wishes,
Hillary S. Grant
Director of Special Events

Dear Ms. Blumenthal:
On behalf of the Saugus River Watershed Council, I would like to thank you for generously donating a $25 gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture for our annual River Night benefit dinner and auction last spring. Thanks to support from you and many other area businesses and individuals, this year’s event was a great success raising over $17,000 in funding for our river restoration and environmental education programs.

Proceeds from this year’s River Night event have already supported our numerous environmental research, youth education and river restoration projects. This spring and summer, Saugus River Watershed Council staff and board members have been working with volunteers to track water quality conditions and fish populations in the watershed. Results of these programs are used to support efforts to improve water quality in the river and restore habitat for smelt, river herring and other wildlife. In June, we hosted our second annual Saugus River Picnic and Children’s Festival at the Saugus Iron Works to provide free environmental education activities, games and live music for families throughout the region. Your support of River Night will also help us to promote public access improvements at locations such as the 8.2-acre former “Bacon” property located along the banks of the river in Saugus.

Thank you again for helping to make this year’s River Night event our most successful fundraiser — we really appreciate your support. Please call me at 781-233-5046 if you have any questions about the Saugus River Watershed Council or our programs. I hope you enjoy the rest of the summer.

Sincerely,
Joan LeBlanc,
Executive Director

Dear Ms. Shore:
Please accept my heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Board, Staff, and patients of Morton Hospital for your generous gift of a $50.00 Gift Certificate for Morton Hospital’s Fourteenth Annual Golf Tournament. Funds raised through our Golf Tournament this year will be applied toward the t purchase of monitoring equipment.

Again, please accept my sincerest appreciation for your contribution. Your support and Leadership is an example to follow and will strengthen our community by improving the health care services available to residents of Greater Taunton.

Sincerely,
Lisa Silvia
Administrative Assistant
Public Affairs and Development

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you so much for your recent donation of a $50 gift certificate for Father Bill’s Place 11th Annual Food Fest & Auction. This is our largest fund-raising effort of the year and we appreciate your support. You are a part of our mission… ending homelessness one life at a time. You are contributing to the tremendous success of Father Bill’s Place 1lth Annual Food Fest & Auction! We tidy appreciate your efforts to assist those in need of a home in our community.

I hope you will continue to support this endeavor. 1 would also be happy to hear any feedback you may have to make next year’s event more successful. Because of your support Father Bill’s Place has been able to develop unique responses to poverty, hunger and homelessness on the South Shore. In the past five years our efforts have expanded beyond the mere provision of shelter and emergency services.

I hope you realize the tremendous difference your generosity makes in the lives of so many people. Thank you, on behalf of our Board of Directors, Staff, and guests of Father Bill’s Place. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Sincerely,
Rev. William R. McCarthy

Dear Ms. Shore,
Thank you for your donation to the JMUES-PFA 2nd Annual Golf Tournament held on June 17, 2005. It was a very successful event which would not have been possible without our sponsor’s commitment to support education. Your generous contribution to our raffle helped our parent-faculty association raise money that will enable us to fund a wide variety of school enrichment programs that are not included as part of the regular curriculum.

The $25 Gift Certificate you provided was a very popular item and is very much appreciated. Thank you very much for helping us to make this event a success!

Your donation may be tax-deductible. Please consult your tax advisor for additional information.

Sincerely,
Cathy Everitt
Tournament Coordinator

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of our 2005 Gala Chairman, Charles Baker of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, our Board of Directors, Staff and Customers, I sincerely thank you for your generous donation in support of our 13? Annual Awards Gala. The gala was held on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at the World Trade Center Boston and was a great success for us! Approximately 850 people were informed about our programs and inspired by our honorees.

The Silent Auction was a highlight for many of our guests. Your donation of a gift certificate valued at $50 helped us raise a record $450,000 for our programs and services! We proudly thanked and advertised your company with public announcements, on signs, on our website and in our program booklet. Many of our guests enjoyed the “high-quality” assortment and left no item unsold!

Again, thank you for friendship and support. We realize there are many organizations that you could choose to support, and we are honored and delighted that you have selected the ULEM. There are many rewards to giving, but none as rewarding as knowing that you have substantially contributed to improving our society.

Please mark your calendar for our 141h Annual Awards Gala, scheduled for Saturday, April 8, 2006 and we hope that you will support us next year!

For further information, please contact Evelyn Norman, Development Manager at: (617) 442-4519 ext. 236 or visit us at: www.ULEM.org.

Sincerely,
Darnell L. Williams

Dear Sir or Madam, I’m writing you today to express our sincere gratitude for your support of the 11th annual Nashua Fireman’s Relief Golf Tournament. Thanks to you and many others in and around our community, we were able to raise in excess of $15,000 at this year’s event to benefit the New England Children’s Burn Camp.

In addition to the monetary donations, we were also fortunate to receive a special donation from Percussion Software - a new electric golf cart for the camp!

A golf cart had been a wish list item for several years at the camp to assist some of the more disabled campers.. It certainly was another great year for the kids!

In closing, thank you for your support! We are always trying to improve the event for our participants as well as those of you who support it.

Sincerely,
Karl Gerhard
Committee Member
NFRA Golf

Dear Friend:
On behalf of the Cheryl Chagnon Lymphoma Research Fund Inc., I would like to take to this opportunity to thank you for your generous contribution to this year’s Dinner For a Cure fundraiser that was held on April 30,2005 at the Natick Elks. The dinner was a huge success! Attended by over 200 guests we hosted an all you can eat pasta dinner with a silent auction, many raffle items and door prizes and raised more than ever before.

The dinner was attended by Dr.’s David T. Scadden of Massachusetts General Hospitals Research Lab. We had the remarkable opportunity of presenting him with a check in the amount of $29,900 for the purchase of “Real-time PCR” machine that measures the amount of a specific gene or gene product with high precision. This will have a tremendous impact on Leukemia and Lymphoma research.

Last year we donated $26,000 to Massachusetts General Hospital to continue funding the second stage of his research aimed at increasing stem cell production. It is truly a wonderful opportunity for an organization like ours to provide support that will benefit cancer patients in the greater Boston area. This would not have been possible without your support and generosity.
Our organization currently holds two fundraisers a year, our Dinner for a Cure and our participation as a team in the SBLI Falmouth Road Race held in August. Through these two events we hope to continue to raise awareness and funds for blood cancer and it’s research. We remain committed to helping improve cancer treatments and technology for those in our community who will battle cancer.

Thank you again for generosity and continued support.

Sincerely,
Cheryl Chagnon, President

Dear Naomi:
Thank you for the recent donation you made to Cambridge Family and Children’s Service’s 12?‘ Annual Circle of Friends Auction to support our programs for local children and families. Attached you will find a receipt for the auction item(s) you donated. With your help the May 25th Gala was a tremendous success.

The money raised from your donation will go directly toward programs serving children with special needs, children waiting for a family of their own through adoption, troubled adolescents, and fragile families struggling to overcome poverty and homelessness.

We acknowledge and appreciate your generous support.

Sincerely,
Mary McLaughlin
Auction Coordinator

Dear Friend of MedFlight:
Thank you for your generous support of our 20th Anniversary Celebration Gala. On June 2nd, 2005, more than 450 friends and supporters of Boston MedFlight honored the twenty year history of this organization during a special evening at the Seaport Hotel in Boston.

The event sewed to recognize the difference Boston MedFlight makes in people’s lives. In addition, attendees attested to the wisdom of the founding members and watched a touching video marked by testimonials from several individuals and families. I am delighted to report that the event raised more than $270,000 and significantly increased public awareness of our organization.

We would like to thank you for your donation of a gift certificate for our evening’s silent and live auctions. This letter will serve as your tax receipt.

We are truly grateful for your generosity. In the future, we must continue to rely on the kindness of individuals and organizations like yours for the significant resources needed to continue to serve communities throughout New England.

Best Regards,
Alexander R Weedon
Director of Development

Dear Naomi,
Thanks so much for sponsoring the Yelle Elementary School Walk-A-Thon to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Family and friends gathered on a perfect Saturday morning & with your help raised over $7,000.

Your donation of a $25 gift certificate helps MDA provide diagnostic and follow-up care at our hospital-affiliated clinics, assistance with the purchase and repair of wheelchairs and leg braces, physical, occupational and respiratory therapy consultation, assistance with the purchase of communication devices, medical and scientific conferences, and much more. Other services provided by the Association that make life better for families MDA serves include support groups, loan closets, and MDA’s summer camp program for children.

Your support will also help the Association build upon the exhilarating research progress we’ve experienced in recent years and witness even more exciting developments in the near future.

Thanks again for your support of the Association’s life-changing programs.

Sincerely,
Megan Medeiros
Program Coordinator

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Red Sox Scholars Program and BELL (Building Educated Leaders for Life), please accept our warmest thanks for your contribution of a $50 Gift Certificate to the 2005 Field of Dreams Gala auction.

Your donation to the Field of Dreams Gala auction will help BELL continue its award winning academic enrichment programs and this year’s Red Sox Scholars achieve their dreams of a college education. Awarding today’s young students with a college scholarship demonstrates how belief in their academic potential and supports their determination to succeed.
This year’s auction is sure to be one that our guests will remember for years to come. Thanks to the generous donations of exclusive getaways, sports memorabilia, dinner and entertainment packages and more, we are sure to exceed last year’s fundraising total of $450,000!

In appreciation of your donation to the auction, Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture will be featured on auction table signage and will receive a special mention in the Gala program book. We hope Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture reaps the benefits of exposure to over 500 of Boston’s top business and community leaders.

Once again, thank you for your support of this exciting event and worthy cause. I look forward to working with you on future events.

Sincerely,
Eve Lawlor
Corporate Relations Manager

We would like to take this time to thank you for your participation with our annual Pancake Breakfast held on Sunday, May 22nd. The troop raised over $500.00 at this year’s breakfast that was made possible from the assistance of local businesses like your own. Your donations will help allow our boys to continue to serve the Norton Community.

We hope that we can continue to look for your help with future fundraising events. If you wish to learn more about our troop, please feel he to contact me at (508) 285-3813, or our Scoutmaster, Roger Marsan at (508) 285-5933. Our Troop meets each week on Wednesday nights at 7:00PM during the school year at St. Mary’s Parish Center.

Sincerely,

Ed Sheldon
Troop Committee Member

Dear WABA Friend,
Thank you for supporting the “Turf’s-Up” Westborough Athletic Stadium Project with your generous donation of silent auction item(s) for this year’s “Gala Express 11? fundraising event. This very successful event rose over $20,000!

Last summer the first two of three phases of the WHS Stadium improvement project were realized with the completion of synthetic turf installation and track renovation. With the summer of 2005 just weeks away and funds available to adequately accomplish a portion of the final phase, work may begin to repair and enhance the access walkways which connect the high school to the stadium Ad its bleachers.

Your participation and support of this major fundraising project is genuinely appreciated. Donation: Gift Certificate Estimated value: $25. The full market value of your donation is tax-deductible. WABA is an authorized 501 (c)(3) charitable, non-profit organization devoted to advancing athletic programs offered by the Westborough School Department.

Please retain this letter for your recur&. As required under ZRS tax code, this is your official receipt certifying that you received neither goods nor services in consideration in whole or in part, for your gift to the Westborough Athletic Stadium Project - “Turf’s-Up Fund”.

Yours truly,
Eileen Laham
Treasurer

Dear Naomi,
Thanks very much for your donation in support of our 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament: a $25 gift Certificate to your fine furniture store, which we used in our raffle. On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and especially the youth and families helped by the proceeds, know that we are most grateful for your support.

Your generosity along with that of our sponsors, donors and golfers helped us raise roughly $14,000, a wonderful amount! A copy of our program, with an acknowledgment of your support, is enclosed. We hope you take pride in knowing you helped make it happen.

We are always eager to improve our Golf Tournament and other fundraising efforts. If you have ideas, or wish to discuss new ways for your own involvement, please feel free to contact any one of us or Development Director Dan LeBrun (tel.: 508-226-1015, fax: 508-226-6917) We certainly hope you will continue to be a valued Tournament contributor in the future.

Again, thanks. We are truly grateful for your partnership that benefits New Hope’s Big Brothers Big Sisters program, along with our other critically needed programs, as it also demonstrates your support of our often lifesaving work.
Steve Hagopian, Chair

Dear Naomi:
The Worcester County Food Bank thanks Bernie & Phyl’s for donating a $25.00 Gift Certificate to our 6th Annual Get Teed Off To Fight Hunger Golf Tournament, held May 17? at the Juniper Hill Golf Course. This year’s event raised $25,000 for the Food Bank.

Each year, the Food Bank distributes nearly 5 million pounds of donated food to 288 partner agencies. These partners include local food pantries, shelters, community meal programs, after school programs, senior centers and residential programs. This food helps to feed over 85,000 people.

Thanks to your generosity, the Food Bank will continue to have a positive impact on the lives of many people every day, year round. We are proud to include you in our community of friends that cares about feeding hungry people today, while we work to create hunger-free communities of tomorrow.

Again, THANK YOU for your support of the Worcester County Food Bank.

Sincerely,
David Carpenter
Golf Committee, Chair

Dear Naomi,
The Northbridge Mentoring Partnership would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your contribution in the form of a $25.00 gift certificate, for which you received no gifts or services in return. Your donation will be used in our Picnic in the Park raffle. All proceeds will be used to continue our programs success and to enrich children’s lives in the different activities that we provide.

Our program provides positive role models for young people and an opportunity for those role models to share their unique gifts, life experiences, and wisdom through a one- to-one relationship. We appreciate your recognition and want to express our gratitude. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank Bernie and Phyl’s for its support of Mentoring programs throughout Massachusetts through your public service announcements.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

Sincerely,
Gina Maguire
Program Director
Northbridge Mentoring

Your Auction Donation was crucial to our success and is appreciated by all at The Taunton Catholic Schools. So, once again, Thank you for your contribution of a Gift Certificate to Bernie and Phyl’s valued at $25.00.

We hope that you will be able to help us at next year’s event as we build on this year’s success.

Sincerely,
Deborah Smith
Chairperson
Auction ‘05
William J. Tranter
Director of Development
Coyle and Cassidy High School

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for your donation of a $25.00 Gift Certificate toward the raffle at The New England Center for Children/Dunkin’ Donuts Eighth Annual Golf Classic.

Proceeds from this year’s Golf Classic will go toward the Annual Fund at NECC, which allows us to provide much of the vital equipment that helps each of our students reach his or her goals to attain greater independence. Support from individuals, corporations and foundations have made a tremendous impact on the quality of life for children at NECC.

Here are some examples of what the Annual Fund has allowed us to provide for our students:
* Computers and software
* Upgrades to existing computer equipment
* Furnishings for our group residences
* Gym equipment
* Extensive refurbishment of 14 group homes
* Serving line equipment in our cafeteria, where our student workers serve lunch each day
* Playground and recreational equipment
* Personal Assistive Communication Devices

Your support allows us to expand and improve our facilities, programs, and learning materials in order to provide a superior learning and growth experience for the students we serve. Thank you!

Sincerely,
Jennifer Eames
Director of Special Events

Dear Naomi,
We want to thank you for your donation to the Greater Worcester Habitat for Humanity Raising the Roof dinner auction held on April 14, 2005. The event was a great success, with over 200 local business leaders and other Habitat supporters attending. Please note that GWHFH is a 501(c) 3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.

The money raised from the event will be used to provide a home for two families in the Greater Worcester area. This winter we completed a duplex to house the DeSoto family and the Culross family. The parents and the six children are now in a safe and decent home, which will provide a stable environment for their lives to unfold.

The Greater Worcester Habitat for Humanity began serving communities in Central Massachusetts in 1985, and has built homes for twenty-three low-income families in the Greater Worcester area. Our mission is to create decent homes in good communities by working in continuing partnership with people in need who are committed and able to become homeowners. Habitat believes that the greatest means to assist families is by providing them with a home ownership opportunity. Simple, decent, and affordable housing can have a profound impact on stabilizing a family and providing for long-term security. The Habitat program is one of empowerment: a hand up, not a hand out. With growing support of the community and businesses like yours, we are increasingly able to offer low income families an interest free mortgage and a chance for a new life in their very own home.

We sincerely thank you for your donation.

Sincerely, The Auction Committee

Dear Naomi:
On behalf of the Board and Staff of Family & Children’s Service, we thank you for your generous donation in support of the agency’s 13th Annual Spring Reception and Silent Auction.

I am enclosing a complimentary ticket and hope you will be our guest that evening. We will honor Francie Sudak, Lynn teacher, for her devotion to children and fades in Lynn. There be food, music and a presentation by some of the children and parents who use our Family Resource Center, which will benefit from the proceeds of this event.

Your donation of a gift certificate for $25.00 to the silent auction will be a key element in our success, and will be acknowledged by our Master of Ceremonies.

Thank you again for your interest and support. We hope you will consider helping us again next year.

Sincerely,
Anna Marie Ventura
Director of Development

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for Bernie & Phyl’s donation of a gift certificate valued at $25 for Milton Hospital’s ‘The Art of Giving’ fundraiser. The evening was a great success, and all proceeds from the event will support the purchase of a state-of-the-art 16-slice CT scanner that will improve diagnostic services for Milton Hospital patients.

Your contribution helps ensure the success of our fundraising event. It also helps Milton Hospital continue to offer the latest technology and highest quality healthcare to the community. We appreciate your donation and your support of Milton Hospital.
Sincerely,
Susan M. Schepici
Executive Director Development and Public Relations

Dear Naomi:
On behalf of the patients at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the committee would like to thank you-for your generous contribution, involvement and most of all support of the 7th Annual Big Dreams SM Small dinner, auction and fashion show held on April 2d, 2005 at the Boston Park Plaza. Your support for this event helped raise close to - $195,000 which will directly benefit treatment for the children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Over the past seven years, more than $1.1 million dollars has been raised, through this event!

Your contribution to the 7th Annual Big Dreams Start Small dinner, auction and fashion show has a tremendous impact on the lifesaving work done at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The primary focus at St. Jude is finding cures regardless of the cost, which is why people like you are crucial to helping find a cure.

The Big Dreams Start Small dinner, auction and fashion show is an annual event, and it is our hope that you will join us again next year so that we may continue to grow and inspire others to carry on the mission of “Finding cures. Saving children.” We would be honored if you would join us next year when we once again unite in our efforts to raise money until a 100 percent cure rate is achieved. Our world-renowned research could not be done without wonderful and caring people like yourself. You are the reason why the many children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital can be treated at no cost, and for that, we are eternally thankful. It is people like you that are a “beacon of light in a parent’s darkest night.”

Many Thanks,
Mary Beth Carulli
Event Marketing Representative
St. Jude Regional Office - New England

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for the generous donation of a Gift Certificate for the Camp Fire Auction. We attribute the success and continued growth of our organization to people like you who believe in our cause and give so freely. Camp Fire depends on and thrives year after year because of the incredible support of communities and businesses that realize the great importance of our program. Thanks to you, our auction that will be held on April 30, 2005, at The Wakefield Elks, will be able to raise much needed funds that allows Camp Fire USA to continue to offer many valuable services at an affordable rate. Your charitable donation will be acknowledged in our auction program book.

The success of our auction helped us achieve our mission: Camp Fire USA builds caring, confident youth and future leaders.
Without support like yours, many of the club, camping, and self reliance programs could not continue and the children who participate through sliding fees and camperships would not be offered that assistance.

Once again, from all of us at Camp Fire, our heartfelt thanks for your support and help.

Sincerely,
Joanne Connor
Auction Committee

Dear Naomi,
Thank you for your recent donation of a Gift Certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture for the Silent Auction to be held as part of our Annual Employee Recognition Dinner, May 12, 2005. As you may have read in the letter we sent to you, this is our largest fundraising event of the year and the proceeds support the deserving women and men who are our special employees. We truly appreciate your participation in this effort.

By joining with others throughout the extended Employ+Ability community, you are helping sustain the positive experience of competitive employment with benefits for more than forty adults who have disabilities. We will recognize your donation at the event and we will share the list with the 300 guests who are expected to attend.

Employ+Ability is a designated 501(c) 3 charitable organization under Internal Revenue Service regulations; our tax-exempt number is 04-273-8769. No goods or services were provided in exchange for this gift. Please keep this letter as our confirmation of your donation.

We truly appreciate your positive response to our request for a gift for our silent auction, and we look forward to another successful event this year. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Thank you.

Sincerely,
James Middleton

Dear Naomi Shore,
On behalf of St. John’s School, we would like to thank you for your generous donation to our Auction. Since this Auction is a major fundraising event for St. John’s your contribution is greatly appreciated. Your name and contribution will be prominently acknowledged in our Auction brochure, which will be distributed the night of the Auction, April 2, 2005. We anticipate over 300 people will be attending this event and we encourage patronage to those businesses that have so generously donated to our cause.

From the children of St. John the Baptist School, thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
The Auction Committee

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Roxbury Latin Parents’ Auxiliary and all of us involved in the 2005 “Shakespeare … As You Like It” Auction, we want to thank you for Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture’s generous donation of $25 gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture. Proceeds from the Auction allow us to make an important contribution to the School’s fundraising efforts. The students, parents and larger School community value tremendously the participation of organizations such as yours and want to extend our sincere thanks for your thoughtful contribution.

This letter will serve as Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture’s receipt for tax purposes. Your donation will also be noted in the Auction catalogue.

Thank you again from all of us at the Roxbury Latin School.

Sincerely,
Salina Ferguson
Jamie Keith
Matthew Keith
Auction Co-Chairs

Bernie & Phyls
Attn: Naomi Shore, PR Coordinator
308 East Main Street
Norton, MA 02766

Dear Ms. Shore,
Thank you for your support of the second annual Ryan’s Hope Foundation dinner and comedy night, and your kind and generous donation of a $25 gift certificate to Bernie & Phyls.

The evening was a tremendous success and together we were able to raise over $23,000 to speed the rate of scientific research that will help us to find a cure for Ducheme Muscular Dystrophy in children.

On behalf of our son, and the many other young boys stricken with DMD, we thank you for helping us to further our mission of offering these children the chance for a bright and promising future. Every child deserves to look to tomorrow with hope.

Sincerely,
Linda Hastings
President, Ryan’s Hope for a Cure Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Dear Naomi:
Thank you so much for your generous support of the Second Annual Celebration of Giving. We appreciate your contribution of a gift certificate. Your donation added so much to our display of auction items and helped to raise money for the thousands of children served by child welfare agencies that benefit from The Rodman Ride for Kids.

Thousands of children in New England awaken every morning to an uncertain future. The challenges they face sometimes seem unbearable - poverty, abuse, loneliness, abandonment, fear, illness. For the past 12 years, the Ride for Kids Foundation has worked with dozens of child welfare organizations and advocacy groups, donating over $13 million to help promote healthy, positive lives for children in need. For many of the children sewed, the holidays can be a devastating time of year. Through a “Holiday Celebration of Giving” gala auction and dinner, the Ride for Kids Foundation seeks to make the holidays a little brighter for these children by providing them with toys, winter clothes, food, school supplies and other personal items. For many, this will be the only gift that they receive. We believe that every child deserves to feel the magic of the holiday season, and because of your donation their holiday season will truly be magical.

Again, our heartfelt thanks for your kindness and all you did to help make the holidays brighter for thousands of children and families.

Warmest Regards,
Kathy Cronin
Committee Member

Dear Naomi:
On behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy Association of the Northshore and those we serve, I would like to thank you for your generous donation to the Black & Blue Ball to benefit MDA. With your help, this year’s event was once again a huge success.
Despite the weather, it was a fabulous evening filled with music provided by Tony Gallo Music, dancing, dining, and of course, bidding on all of the wonderful auction items! We really appreciate your help in making the Black & Blue Ball such a successful event.

Funds raised from the Black & Blue Ball support continued research, local health clinics, family support groups and our special children’s summer camp program. The Muscular Dystrophy Association covers 43 different neuromuscular diseases, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy (the most common form of muscular dystrophy in young boys), and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease).

Once again, on behalf of the entire Black & Blue Ball committee, we are grateful for your donation and look forward to having Bernie and Phyl’s Furniture represented at the Black & Blue Ball in 2005.

Sincerely,
Kim Logue
District Director
MDA Northshore

Dear Ms. Shore,
It is hard to believe that Thanksgiving is almost here. We at the Academy of Notre Dame are thankful for the many blessings we have received during this 150th Anniversary year of celebration.

Joy and excitement filled the Sheraton Ballroom at the Fifth Annual Auction. NDA, historically, has enjoyed solid support and successful auctions. An emotionally high and heartfelt auction this year raised over $70,000.

The Auction is one of the Academy’s many fund-raising events. You know how important your donations are to supporting students, recruiting and keeping faculty, maintaining athletic programs and furthering the ideals of learning and service that are central to a Notre Dame education.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, administration, faculty, staff, and students, I extend to you our heartfelt gratitude for you support. May the Good God continue to bless you and your family during the holiday season.

Sincerely
Sister Kathryn Lawrence McGuiggan,
SND L. President

Dear Ms. Shore
The management, caregivers, and grateful clients of All Care Visiting Nurse Association, would like to extend their gratitude and wish to thank you for your generous donation to “A Matter of Taste1' Charity Wine Tasting and Auction.

Every donation goes directly to supporting All Care’s efforts to provide services to those who need them most. Your contribution greatly assists our mission to help these vulnerable clients regain their health and independence. In addition to enabling our caregivers to provide the warm, professional care these individuals deserve, your gift also benefits our new program, All Care Hospice.

To expand our continuum of care All Care has established a Hospice program. This program will allow us to care for the terminally ill patient in their homes. Care is delivered by interdisciplinary teams composed of nurses, rehabilitation therapists, social workers, home health aides, registered dieticians, chaplains, volunteers, bereavement counselors and medical directors. Our services also include education and support for the families and loved ones.

Thank you again for your support.

Sincerely,
Shayna Potter
Development

On behalf of South Grafton Elementary School and the entire Octoberfest Committee, thank you for supporting our wonderful school and it’s fundraising efforts. Octoberfest was a tremendous success due to the time, assistance and donations of so many generous individuals and businesses. This event is a true team effort that results in a day traditionally characterized by family fun, school spirit and a sense of community.

Your contribution to the overall cause will help considerably toward achieving our school’s goals.
Grafton Elementary School is dedicated to providing the highest quality education and to continually enhancing other aspects of our school. Some examples of these endeavors include the expansion of our book publishing center, new books to our library and the continued quality and number of our enrichment programs throughout the year.

Please know that your participation will have a lasting impact on many individuals. Thank you again for your role in supporting the development of our children and ultimately, the future of our community.

Sincerely,
Octoberfest General Coordinators

Dear Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture
I want to thank you, on behalf of the entire American Cancer Society, for your recent gift of $250.00. It means so much to all of us committed to this cause to have your support, and I want you to know that your money is hard at work. Your gift makes it possible for us to support you, your loved ones, and all those touched by cancer - through research, education, advocacy, and services.

Thanks to gifts like yours, people anywhere can access valuable information -free - anytime. And if you ever need support, we’ll be here.

Call 1-800-ACS-2345,24 hours a day, seven days a week, to: Speak with a caring, specially trained cancer information specialist Get answers about cancer tests and treatments Find out about services and activities in your area.

Visit your American Cancer Society at www.cancer.orq to get the facts on cancer and the latest cancer news Learn about risk factors, prevention, and early detections. Find support through “virtual” communities or links to local programs.

Remember, we’re here to help. And because of the generosity of people like you, we’ll be here when people need us most.

Thank you again.

Sincerely,
Virginia Smith
Dir. of Donor Relations & Direct Marketing

Dear Naomi
On behalf of the North Shore Medical Center and The Birthplace at Salem Hospital, we thank you for donating a Gift Certificate for $50 for the Annual North Shore Medical Center Golf Classic rate.

On Monday, August 3rd it was a perfect day for golf; and more than 200 golfers participated in a fun filled day of golf; socializing, and friendly competition. This year’s proceeds will fund equipment for the North Shore Medical Center Birthplace to include: labor and delivery fetal monitors, antipartum monitors, telemetry monitors, and cardiac monitors for the Recovery Room. These advances would not be possible without your generosity.

Again, we are most grateful for your support.

Best wishes,
The NSMC Golf Classic Committee 2004

Thank you again for your time and consideration. We greatly appreciate your contribution.

Sincerely,
Lindsay Bowen
Business Manager

Re: 2nd Annual “Caring For Kids” 5K Road Race

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Road Race Committee, we want to thank you for the two gift certificates donated to the 2nd Annual “Caring For Kids” 5K Road Race held on October 17, 2004.

The event garnered some notably publicity this year. I have enclosed two articles describing the event. One article appeared on ww.coolrunning.com, a popular website geared towards runners. The second article is the race coverage provided by the Brockton Enterprise. In addition to the appearance of running legend, Bill Rodgers, the overall male winning time of 15:00 was impressive. We are so pleased to be able to introduce such high caliber running to the area while raising $3,000 for an important local cause, “Caring for Kids”.

The race was a huge success and we plan to build upon our success to make the race even bigger and better next year.

We very much appreciate your involvement in the event and look forward to working with you in the future.

Thanks again for your support and generosity.

Sincerely Yours,
Dr. Paul Schreiber

Dear Ms. Shore:
Special thanks to you for the generous donation of a gift certificate valued at $25.00. This gift was a terrific auction item at this year’s “Friends of Hospice” Annual Gala.

The theme for this year’s event celebrated the Silver Anniversary of Old Colony Hospice -we are so proud of that. We enjoyed a marvelous evening - scrumptious dining, auction of twenty-five select items and dancing to a vibrant band at the Boston Mariott Hotel in Quincy on October 22, 2004. Honoring our special supporters and enjoying the vibrant personality of Ms. Susan Wornick, of Channel 5 WCVB-TV, completed our very worthwhile evening!

Our goal was to provide our guests with an enjoyable night and to raise awareness of the benefits of hospice care during the celebration. The $62,000 raised at the Gala directly benefits programs that Old Colony Hospice offers, including nursing care and costly medications.

As a supporter, Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture was promoted in our program book for the event and will be listed in the next Report of Gifts.

Since 1979, Old Colony Hospice has provided compassionate, expert medical care and programs that focus on body, mind, and spirit - with an understanding that serious illness profoundly impacts the patient as well as family and friends. Teams of health care professionals $ill serve more than 700 patients, plus their families, this year, regardless of their ability to pay. This makes it critically important for us to raise money through sponsorships.

Thanks for your role in our evening –
Marilyn A. Jackson
Director of Development/Marketing

Dear Ms. Shore,
On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, and program participants of East Boston Social Centers, I thank you for your donation of a $25 gift Certificate. The donation will make a wonderful prize at our $10,000 dinner and raffle on November 10th.
The Social Centers serves more than 1,000 people each year through its formal enrolled programming. We provide childcare, teen tutoring and prevention education, family supports, and elderly services for a diverse, predominately low-income population. The income generated by our fundraisers allows us to continue to provide programs and services
We thank Bernie & Phyl’s for giving back to the community and helping us to fund crucial services for the children, families and elderly of East Boston.

Because East Boston Social Centers is a charitable non-profit, tax-exempt corporation under. IRS section 501(c) 3, and because EBSC has provided you with no services in exchange for your gift, the entire value is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Again, we thank you for your generosity.

With Sincere Gratitude,
Marisa Di Pietro
Director of Development

Dear Friend:
It is my pleasure to thank you for your generous gift of $200.00 to the 16th Annual Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk. Your gift will go directly to patient care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

This year, over 7,000 walkers and volunteers are working together to raise $4.75 million for the fight against cancer. Your support is critical to their efforts - and to the work of the Institute’s physicians and scientists.

Each year, thousands of patients and their families turn to Dana-Farber for the most effective cancer care now available. At the same time, our talented physicians and scientists are searching for the fundamental causes of cancer and more effective ways to stop and prevent this all too common disease. With your help, they will rapidly realize the promise of this research, changing the way we understand and treat cancer for years to come.

Again, thank you for your generous support of the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk. Fighting cancer is truly a team effort.

Sincerely,
Edward J. Bau; Jr., M.D.

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of Endicott College and the Single Parent Program, I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for your donation in support of our Second Annual Golf Tournament-Golf Classic 2004.

The tournament was held to raise scholarship funds for the Single Parent Program. This program is geared exclusively toward single students with children who require assistance with tuition, housing, and childcare expenses in order to continue their education. These scholarships will serve as an investment in students with hopes and dreams of a college education and a chance for a better life.

Thank you again for your participation. Your role as a contributor allowed us to have an exciting and successful event!

Sincerely,
Jill Sullivan, ’91 Director
Single Parent Program

On Saturday, October 2, we held our Spaghetti Dinner. It was very successful. Your support was greatly appreciated.
Thanks to your support our Boy Scout Troop will continue to encourage the boys in citizenship, community involvement and helping out those in need.

On behalf of all the boys in Boy Scout Troop 61, I thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
Mary Ledbetter
Committee Chairperson

The money raised thru the sale of the raffle tickets is used solely to assist our tenants in their transportation needs for medical appointments and other necessities.

With our best wishes for a Healthy, Prosperous Year, we remain,

Sincerely yours,
Judie Jellson
Tenant Council President

This letter is to acknowledge and thank you for your donation of a $35.00 Gift Certificate.
Your donation to our Church Fair at South Congregational Church in Braintree is very much appreciated. We know the Fair will be a huge success because of the generosity and the support of businesses such as yours.

Thank you again.
Sincerely,
Gail E. Lake.
Fair Chairperson

Dear Sponsor,
On behalf of the Tauton State Hospital Trustees and the Friends of Tauton State Hospital, we would like to thank you for your generous donation toward the Run for Ricky Road Race. This worthwhile activity attracts hundreds of participants to a day of festive activities.

Your generous donation along with others will allow local high school senior an opportunity to further their education. We hope to see you on October 9th to be part of this proud tradition.

Sincerely,
John A. Breman
Trustee President

Dear Ms. Shore,
On behalf of Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support (formerly Rape & Assault Support Services, Inc.), I would like to thank you for your support and participation in the 5th Annual Cycle to Break the Cycle of Domestic Violence event on October 2, 2004.

Your generous donation of a twenty-five dollar gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture will assist us in raising funds to support the critical work done everyday with victims of domestic violence.

One hundred percent of the proceeds of this event will go directly to assisting families victimized by domestic violence in rebuilding their lives.

Please know that your contribution is greatly appreciated. Together, we can and will make the Greater Nashua Community a safer place to live, work and raise ow families.

Thank You.
Sincerely,
Dawn L. Reams, M.Ed.
Executive Director

Dear Ms. Shore,
Thank you for participating in the Fourth Annual “Millie Moynihan Oncology Fund” Golf Tournament Our Fourth Annual Tournament proved to be as exciting as the first three. There was some great golf from the 170 registered golfers and plenty of food at both Pine Oaks Golf Course and at The Knights of Columbus Hall.

Even though the weather did not cooperate in the afternoon we still were able to have fun, enjoy a lot of laughs and see some great golf. We hope that you enjoyed the day as much as we did.

Whether you were a golfer, a volunteer, sponsored a hole, attended the dinner or donated a prize for the raffle you made a direct contribution to the success of the Golf Tournament.

As a result of your generosity, we raised over $15,000.00 for the Millie Moynihan Oncology Fund. To date through your generosity we have raised over $60.000.00 for the Oncology Fund.

The 5th Annual Tournament is scheduled to take place at Pine Oaks Golf Course on Saturday; August. l3,2005 with a rain date of Sunday August 14, 2005. Dinner will immediately: follow at .the Knights of Columbus Hall.

We hope that you will join us next year to help make our last year of the “Millie Moynihan Oncology Fund Golf Tournament as successful as the first Four have been: With your help we can meet our goal of raising $75,000 over the five years.

Thank you again for your support and donation.

Sincerely,
The Moynihan Family

Please find the enclosed copy of our parish bulletin insert. We distribute this in a weekly bulletin, following Septemberfest to publicize the generosity of our many donors, including yours. All donated items also included a donor label during the event.

We are grateful to you for your tax-deductible contribution and extend our appreciation to you.

Sincerely Yours,
Rev. George C. Bellenoit
Pastor

Good day,
It is with great pride and honor that I write to thank you for your contribution to the 10th Annual Children’s Burn Camp Golf Tournament. This years tournament has marked a significant accomplishment in the history of our efforts. For the first time in our ten years of raising money for the children of the New England Burn Camp, we are able to present them with a check for over $20,000. Your help, combined with the help of other generous contributors, has allowed us to donate just over $27,000. We couldn’t have done it without you.

As chairman of the golf committee, I am ecstatic about the partnerships that we have formed with generous contributors to this ultra worthy cause. Because of these partnerships, the Nashua Firemen’s Relief Association Children’s Burn Camp Golf Tournament has gained New England wide recognition as a major contributor to this Burn Camp. Your donations directly translate into a higher quality camp experience for these children. You should be proud; your help has made a difference.
In closing, I would like to once again thank you for your involvement and I look forward to your continued support in 2005.

Sincerely,
Brian D. Rhodes
Golf Committee Chairperson

Dear Ms. Shore:
Please accept my heartfelt thanks on behalf of the Board, Staff, and patients of Morton Hospital for your generous gift of a $25.00 certificate for Morton Hospital’s Thirteenth Annual Golf Tournament. Funds raised through our Golf Tournament this year will be applied toward the renovation/expansion of our Emergency Department. When the Emergency Department was built in the early 1980s, we were treating approximately 25,000 patients per year. Now, we treat over twice that number each year! The renovation/expansion project will enhance our ability to provide the best care possible to area residents with urgent or emergent medical needs.

Again, please accept my sincerest appreciation for your contribution. Your support and leadership is an example to follow and will strengthen our community by improving the health care services available to residents of Greater Taunton.

Sincerely,
Don Bingham.
Associate Vice President, External Affairs

Dear Friends at Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture,
Thank you for your generous donation of $100.00 to The Audrey Miller Poritzky Educational Fund for Children.
Audrey’s career and passion focused on public-school education reform, as well as on providing opportunities for individual students to achieve their scholastic goals. With Audrey’s initial guidance and support, this Fund was developed to help children realize their academic potentials and pursue their dreams of a higher education. This was how she wanted to be remembered.
You will receive a verification of the foundation’s tax-exempt status once it is confirmed by the IRS - which we anticipate to take 2-3 months. Once the organization is officially designated, we will inform you of the specific plans and funding targets. The Foundation will utilize your gift exclusively for its charitable purposes as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Furthermore, we confirm that you did not receive any benefit or quid pro quo in exchange for your contribution.

Thank you again for your gift to The Audrey Miller Poritzky Educational Fund for Children. Your support will help us to honor Audrey’s memory by making a needed impact on the lives of individual students and on the public education community.

Sincerely yours,
Theresa Sweeney
Secretary/Treasurer

Dear Bernie & Phyl:
Thank you for your support of the 2004 Taunton Catholic Schools Auction and Dinner & Dance. Our goals were to hold a fun event for the Taunton Catholic Schools and to raise funds to benefit the Mission of the four schools. To maintain the quality of education and standards at the school, we depend on a variety of fundraisers and the generosity of people like you.

The event was a tremendous success as we met both goals. Over 600 people enjoyed 5 Y) dinner and dancing at the Auction on June 19th and we raised over $91,000 for the Taunton Catholic Schools! The funds are already being put to good use in each school by purchasing new equipment and improving technology - all in support of the education of our students.

Your Auction Donation was crucial to our success and is appreciated by all at The Taunton Catholic Schools.

So, once again, THANK YOU for your contribution of Bernie & Phyl’s Gift Certificate valued at $50.00.

We hope that you will be able to help us at next year’s event as we build on this year’s success!

Sincerely,
Deborah Smith Chairperson Auction ‘04

The North Bristol Realtor Affiliate Committee and Empowering teens program wishes to thank you for your contribution to our first annual golf tournament. The tournament was a huge success and all who played had a wonderful day. Without donations from your company and others like you we would not have been able to raise money to sponsor programs within the community. Again, please accept our sincere thanks for your donation.

We look forward to next year’s tournament and hope that we can count on your support.

Jennifer LaFrance
Assistant Executive Officer

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Peabody Chamber of Commerce and its members, I would like to thank you for your donation to the Chamber’s recent Televised Auction and Taste of the Town. This year’s auction was our “best ever” not only in terms of money generated, but in the participation of area and regional businesses, and we were pleased we could help showcase Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture. The feedback we have received from viewers and attendees has been overwhelmingly positive, and that is certainly a reflection on the companies and individuals who were so generous in their donations to support the Chamber and the Peabody Education Council.

As always we would welcome your ideas on how we can make next year an even better venue for you, or if there is any way you feel the Peabody Chamber can better serve you, please don’t hesitate to give me a call.

I thank you for your participation, and look forward to working with you again.

Sincerely,
Dave Hall
Executive Director

Dear Ms. Blumenthal,
The Better Business Bureau, Inc. Serving Eastern Massachusetts, Maine & Vermont would like to express its sincere appreciation for Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture’s participation in the BBB’s First Golf Shoe Classic, which was the Bureau’s 11th Annual Golf Tournament. This May 2nd event was a tremendous success for the Bureau and, from all reports, was a fantastic time had by all.

By donating to the First Golf Shoe Classic, Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture assisted the BBB in furthering its mission to promote and foster the highest ethical relationship between businesses and the public through voluntary set-regulation, consumer and business education, and service excellence.

The BBB looks forward to next year’s event and hopes you will consider you support at that time.

Sincerely,
Tricia Rossi
Golf Tournament Coordinator

Dear Friends:
On behalf of all who suffer from scleroderma, we wish to thank you for your generous contribution and participation in the 2004 Irish Spring Fling held on May 2. The event which honored Kathy Byrne and was organized by Byrne family members and friends was an unqualified success and raised $13,206.00! This would not have been possible without your support for which we are extremely grateful.

The money raised by the Irish Spring Fling will be used for both research funding and patient support programs. The Scleroderma Foundation New England Chapter receives no government or other funding and is totally dependent on the generosity of people like you. Please enjoy the knowledge that you helped many by your contribution.

Sincerely,
Marie A. Coyle
President

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of Bennett School I would like to thank you for your generous donation for our annual Spring Fair.
With your assistance the event was another great success.

We are extremely grateful for your support that allows the PTO to continue to provide equipment for our teachers, classrooms, and school. This year we were able to purchase new televisions, digital cameras, and learning centers for the classrooms, new playground equipment and more.

From the entire PTO staff we thank you for your help in favorably impacting the learning experience for our children.

Sincerely,
Tim Donaldson
Bennett School PTO President

The Topf Center for Dance Education would like to thank you for your very generous donation of a $50.00 gift certificate for our “Evening of Dancers in Black and White” on June 18, 2004 at the Cyclorama in the South End. Your support for the Topf Center is invaluable.

The Topf Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality dance instruction to students in the Boston Public Schools. Every week, our dedicated staff provides programs that educate, inspire and nurture over 2,000 children from diverse and under served communities.

Once again, from the Topf Center for Dance Education, a heartfelt thanks for your support.

Yours truly,
Donna Wilmarth
Major Gifts and Events Manager
Topf Center for Dance Education

Bernie & Phyl:
On behalf of BAE SYSTEMS’ Charity Challenge Golf Tournament to benefit the American Cancer Society, I wanted to take the time and personally thank you for your contribution.

We are incredibly grateful for your support and generosity in donating the $50 gift certificate to our golf tournament committee. Your support helped to make the event a huge success — one we hope to continue to grow for years to come.

We will remember your kind support and the knowledge that you helped us to fight cancer in the world. Once again, thank you so much for you support and well wishes.

Warmest regards,
Mark DiGiovanni
BAE SYSTEMS IEWS
Charity Challenge Coordinator

Our GALA was an enormous success and raised over $17,000 to help fulfill the wish lists of our programs.
Thank you for your generous donation of the gift certificate for our auction.

Each year, our six divisions receive money from the Gala to help with the needs of the individuals they serve. This year money will be used for sneakers, basketball hoops, picnic tables, outdoor patio furniture, trips to Southwick Zoo and other recreation, as well as specific needs. In our South County Division, the money raised will help with items by individual served by our homeless program.

Guests at the Gala, held on May 14, at Cyprian Keys in Boylston, included past and present trustees, founders, staff, and friends. It was a fun evening of “Nostalgia” as people danced, bid on auction items, and visited with friends, old and new.

Please accept our gratitude for your support of the individuals we serve.

Sincerely yours,
Tina Wingate
Director of Development

Dear Ms. Shore:
Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your generous auction donation to our 5th Annual Fitness for a Cure Gala held on March 20, 2004 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Nashua, NH. Your support for this event helped to raise over $96,000 dollars that will go directly to the children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Your generosity to the Fitness for a Cure Gala makes such a great impact toward the life saving work done at
St Jude Children’s Research Hospital. While the primary focus at St. Jude is on children and not dollars, every additional dollar equates to treatment opportunities to help the children of the world.

When “thank you” is not enough, please accept our deepest gratitude for uniting with us on such a wonderful mission by embracing Danny Thomas’ dream that “no child should die in the dawn of life.”

Sincerely,
Kristine Thompson
Event Marketing Representative
St. Jude Regional Office –
New England

Dear Ms. Shore,
We are writing to thank you for your support of the 2004 MARE Golf Classic. We are so grateful that Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture was able to contribute a gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture with a value of $25.00, for our silent auction. All net proceeds from this year’s Golf Classic, held on May 17, 2004 at Wedgewood Pines in Stow, MA, benefited the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE).

For more than 45 years, MARE has helped to find adoptive homes for more than 5,000 children and has received national recognition for its initiatives. MARE is a private, non-profit agency providing extensive resources, programs and services related to the fulfillment of our mission to find “a place to call HOME” for special needs CHILDREN, sibling groups and children who are traditionally harder to place. We do this by recruiting, educating, supporting and advocating for FAMILIES throughout the adoption process.

Thank you again for your generosity and for joining us in making the 2004 MARE Golf Classic the first in a long line of great successes.

Sincerely,
Carol Smith
Executive Director
Gregg Chambers
Director of Development

Dear Bernie & Phyl,
Thank you for your generous donation of a gift certificate to Granite State Opera’s first annual Auction, Pure Magic! held on Saturday, May 15, 2004.

It is through the support of organizations such as yours that Granite State Opera is able to create an event like our Auction. Through this fundraising event, Granite State Opera will be able to expand its educational programs as well as continue to create professional opera in southern New Hampshire Granite State Opera is a 501-C(3) non-profit organization registered in the State of New Hampshire, Tax ID 02-0509748.

Again, thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
Cherie LeBel
President
Friends of Granite State Opera

The dinner was attended by Dr.’s David Scadden and Ken Cohen of Massachusetts General Hospital Research Lab. We had the extraordinary opportunity of presenting them with a check in the amount of $23,000 accompanied by an anonymous donation of $3,000 for a combined donation of $26,000. Which was the amount needed to fund the second stage of trial with a PTH (parathyroid) hormone and it’s affect on ones own stem cell production.

Last year we donated $20,000 to Massachusetts General Hospital for the purchase of a Hemavet 850 multi species hematology system, used to analyze blood samples. Through this donation the research progressed in such an expedient manner allowing it to enter into the second stage of trial. It is truly a wonderful opportunity for our organization to provide this type of support that will benefit cancer patients in the greater Boston area. This would not have been possible without your support and generosity.
Our organization currently holds two fundraisers a year, our Dinner for a Cure and our participation as a team in the SBLI Falmouth Road Race held in August. Through these two events we hope to continue to raise awareness and funds for blood cancer and it’s research. We remain committed to helping improve cancer treatments and technology for those in our community who will battle cancer.

Thank you again for generosity and support.

Sincerely,
Cheryl Chagnon,
President

As always, the donor form number on your receipt will match the high bidder’s certificate number. We think you’ll like the improvements and welcome your feedback!

High bidders who purchase certificates are encouraged to contact you promptly to redeem them and to honor the restrictions you have placed on the certificates. If a high bidder approaches you with any request you are uncomfortable with, please call the Auction office and we will be happy to assist you in any way we can.

If you would like to know how your donations sold, we’ll be glad to provide you with that information after June 20, 2004. When you call, please have your donation number available so we can quickly locate your information.

Again, thank you for participating in our Spring Auction. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to call the Auction office. Your continued commitment to public broadcasting is very much appreciated.

Sincerely,
Cheryl Linskey, NHPTV
Auctions Operations Coordinator

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Board and Staff of Family & Children’s Service, we thank you For your generous donation in support of the agency’s 12th Annual Spring Reception and Silent Auction.

I am enclosing a complimentary ticket and hope you will be our guest that evening. Youth from one of our programs will be performing and we will honor Ruth Darling, long-time board member and loyal supporter of F&CS. There will be food and music and spirited bidding in our live auction.

All proceeds from the event will go to support programming at Family & Children’s Service of Greater Lynn, Inc. Your donation to the silent auction will be a key element in our success, and will be acknowledged by our Master of Ceremonies.
Thank you again for your interest and support. We hope you will consider helping us again next year.

Sincerely,
Anna Marie Ventura
Director of Development

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of e Board of Directors 1 want to thank Bernie and Phyl’s for their donation of a $50 gift certificate for our fundraising golf tournament raffle.

This annual event, to be held this year on June 7, 2004 at the Framingham Country Club, is a major source of funds to support our Mentoring Program for at-risk Framingham High School Students.

Bernie & Phyl’s donation will help us guide these youths to successful and productive lives, which will have a positive effect on the community at large and a ripple effect for future generations.

Sincerely,
Lowell L. Mazie
Executive Director

Dear Ms. Shore
On behalf of the Sacred Heart Parish and School Community I thank you for your donation to our Silent Auction held March 27, 2004. Your donation valued at $50.00 is appreciated greatly.

I hope you will support us again in March 2005.

Sincerely,
Mary Reardon Ferrucci
Principal

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you and Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture for the $50 Gift Certificate you donated to be used for our 2004 regional fundraiser “Take a Hike for Humanity” being held at Mt. Monadnock in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, Saturday and Sunday, May 22 & 23. We invite you or any of your employees who are interested to participate in this event. Thank you for your interest in helping us to build communities.

Sincerely,
Ronald E. Dyer
10 Delta Drive, Nashua, NH 03060

Dear Naomi,
Thanks so much for sponsoring the Yelle Elementary School Walk-A-Thon to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. One hundred and fifty walkers enjoyed the sunny April afternoon and, with your help, raised over $8,000.

Your donation of a $25 gift certificate helps MDA provide diagnostic and follow-up care at our hospital-affiliated clinics, assistance with the purchase and repair of wheelchairs and leg braces, physical, occupational and respiratory therapy consultation, assistance with the purchase of communication devices, medical and scientific conferences, and much more. Other services provided by the Association that make life better for families MDA serves include support groups, loan closets, and MDA’s summer camp program for children.

Your support will also help the Association build upon the exhilarating research progress we’ve experienced in recent years and witness even more exciting developments in the near future.

Thanks again for your support of the Association’s life-changing programs.

Sincerely,
Wendy Trafton,
Program Coordinator

Dear Ms. Shore:
I am writing to thank you for your generous donation to the 2004 Newman School Auction of a Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture Gift Certificate valued at $25.

John Henry Cardinal Newman, after whom The Newman School is named, chose as his i motto the Latin phrase “Cor ad Cor Loquitur” (”Heart Speaks to Heart”). Thank you so much for letting your heart speak to the hearts of Newman students through your generous support of our Third Annual Auction. Proceeds of this year’s auction will support financial aid at Newman. Please know that YOUR KINDNESS WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

With best wishes to you and thanks for your thoughtfulness to The Newman School, I remain
Sincerely,
Richard D. Gill
Director of Development

Dear Naomi Shore:
After months of preparation for the marathon, race day has come and gone. Thanks to near record temperatures, I was able to enjoy the sights and sounds of the course for a lot longer than anticipated! As I endured the last few miles of the race, I desperately searched for some inspiration to carry me the rest of the way. It was at mile 25 when I saw the children from the Dana Farber Cancer Institute cheering me on with such enthusiasm and conviction. I stopped and gave each kid a “high five,” thought about all of you who supported Dana-Farber and me in this year’s marathon challenge, and I had all the inspiration I needed to finish!

Together, we raised over $8,000 for innovative cancer research. Perhaps next year we can do even better.

Thanks again for your donations, raffle gifts, support, and kindness.

Respectfully,
Kevin McCann

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts (ULEM) and those we serve, I would like to thank you for your donation of a $50 Gift Certificate in support of our 12th Annual Awards Gala held on Saturday, April 3, 2004. You helped us raise $370k for our programs and services and we are sincerely grateful for your participation.

Again, thank you for supporting us. Plans are underway for our 13?‘ Annual Award: Gala and we hope that you will support us next year! Please take a moment to read the program book from the Gala and experience the magical evening that we shared with 700 of our friends and supporters.

If you have any questions, please contact Evelyn Norman, Development Manager at: (617) 442-45 19 ext. 236 or for more information, please visit us at: www.ulern.org.

Thanks again for yow investment in our work.

Sincerely,
Darnell L. Williams
President and Chief Executive Officer

Dear Friend of MDA:
I would like to thank you for your generous donation to our auction at the 3rd Annual Bevi E Mangia, Italian Food & Wine Tasting to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association held on March 12, 2004.

With the generosity of companies like yours Bevi E Mangia raised over $13,000 to support MDA’s comprehensive network of research and local patient services including assistance in purchasing durable medical equipment, support groups and a summer camp program.

On behalf of those we serve, I extend a deep appreciation for your generosity and support. Please know that you have helped to make a difference in the life of someone with a neuromuscular disease. We look forward to your support again in the future.

Thanks again!
Holly Harrington
District Director

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of Boy Scour Troop 19 and Cub Scout Pack 19 both of Sacred Heart Parish, I wish to thank you for your generous donation to our third annual pancake breakfast fundraiser. Without the assistance of local area businesses and friends, we would not have been able to raise the funds necessary to support both scouting programs. With rising costs each year, it is a good feeling to know that we can always rely on the community for help and support. Your generosity is truly appreciated.

Sincerely,
Pat Linden
Pancake Breakfast Committee

Dear Mr. Rubin.
On behalf of Kennedy-Donovan Center, I am writing to thank you very much for your generous donation of a $50 gift certificate, which we received on 312412004. This item will certainly add interest to the silent auction at the 17th Founder’s Gala, on April 16, 2004.

Fundraising events like the Gala are one of the proven ways to preserve critical services benefiting infants, children and adults with unique challenges. State budget cuts have affected our resources again this year, and will likely continue. We appreciate the help of businesses and friends in the communities of KDC’s programs and services.

As you know, Kennedy-Donovan Center, a 501(c)(3) human service agency provides a wide range of direct and supportive services to 4,700 individuals and families with developmental disabilities throughout eastern and south central Massachusetts.
Kennedy-Donovan Center confirms that no goods or services were exchanged in consideration of this gift.

Thank you again for supporting KDC.

Sincerely,
Constance R. Anglin
Fundraising & Public Relations Coordinator

Re: New England Basset Hound Rescue
Woodstock Charity Auction

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for your kind donation of the Bernie & Phyl’s gift certificate! The gift certificate will be auctioned at our Charity Waddle on May 16, 2004 to help the homeless Basset Hounds of New England.

We very much appreciate your support. We will have your company’s name and web address listed on our website within the next few days on our “Woodstock donations and sponsors” page. I also know that the gift certificate will be among the more popular auction items.

New England Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization, and our tax identification number is 02-0529552.

Thank you again for your thoughtfulness and your generosity.

With kindest regards,
Kimberly S. Haines
Events Coordinator
New England Basset Hound Rescue, Inc.

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of Old Colony Hospice, thank you for supporting our 6th Annual Memorial Walk, “Stepping Out For Hospice.” Your recent donation of a gift certificate valued at $50.00 and show of support will be great addition to this year’s walk.

On April 21,2004 we expect over 900 people will join us at the Raymond School in Brockton and continue on to the “Stepping Out” Walk through the scenic D. W. Field Park. The annual Walk is a terrific way for our communities to join with family members, OCH staff, along with corporate and community walk teams in raising awareness for hospice programs and services.

Your donation will be received with enthusiasm during the day, and I will list your business as a supporter in our Spring Newsletter. Along with the walk itself, our patrons will have a full day:
* Remembrance Banner,
* DJ, Kids Corner, Prizes &Awards, and
* Food & Raffles.

This year, Old Colony Hospice will provide highly skilled, compassionate care to over 660 patients and their loved ones. We care for patients with compassion and dignity in private homes as well as skilled nursing facilities. Donations such as yours help us bridge the gap between what we are paid by insurers and the true cost of providing care and medication during this most difficult phase of life.

Thank you for your support and for your involvement,

Marilyn A. Jackson
Director of Development

Dear Ms Shore:
On behalf of the Boys and Girls Club of Taunton I would like to thank you for your generous donation for our 6th Annual Gala Charity Auction. With your assistance the event was another great success.

We are extremely grateful for your support, which allows our organization to continue to provide a safe haven for young people and opportunities for them to take pan in enriching program and activities. For over 100 years our Boys and Girls Club has been providing young people with programs and activities that assist them in becoming contributing members of our society. It is only with the support of generous and caring individual such as you that allow us to assist hundreds of young people in our community.

Your kindness allows us to continue to be The Positive Place for Kids.

We are also a private non-profit organization covered under IRS code 50 1-C-3 and donations to our organization are tax deductible.

We again thank you for your help in favorably impacting the lives of children.

Sincerely,
Michael Raymond
Executive Director

Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
Nancy Delry

Dear Sir or Madam
On May 8, 2004 the Boys & Girls Club of Lower Merrimack Valley raised $50,000 at our third Starry Night Auction Our goal was to raise $45,000 and we exceeded our goal and are very pleased with the night. The money will be used to continue to offer quality programming to the youth of the Lower Merrimack Valley.

We would like to thank you for your donation The Clubs tax identification number is 04-34741 14 and we would like to acknowledge that there were no goods or services exchanged for this fl. The support of the communities that we serve has been fantastic. The Boys &Girls Club of Lower Merrimack Valley is a non-profit organization. All funds are raised through grants, fundraisers, dues, program fees, individuals and corporate donations. The Club receives no state or local funding.

On September 17, 2001 sixteen members came through the doors and participated in quality programs. Within five days membership was up to forty members, with an average daily attendance of forty children. Today membership is closing in on four hundred and fifty members, with 70-100 children coming on a daily basis.

Members are asking their parents to come back at 6: OOpm if they came too early to pick them up. Which is a testimonial to our staff, which all having extensive background working in a Boys & Girls Club.

Members have been participating in educational, athletic, cultural arts and social recreation activities. AU programs are structured and age orientated. In the past few months’ members have participated in a culinary program at Michaels Harborside, a team trivia league, chess club, History in the mg, a bank system with bank club bucks, girls only programs and a science club as well as our regular programs. Many of these programs we could not offer without your support.

Once again the Boys & Girls Club of Lower Merrimack Valley appreciates your support and hopes it continues in the years to come. If you are interested in learning more about the Club please give me a call at 978-462-7003.

Sincerely,
James L Keenan
Executive Director

RE: Paws for a Cause February 28, 2004 Fund Raiser

Our 1st annual Paws for a Cause AWBC fund raiser was held on February 28, 2004. PFC raised over $6,000.00 to sponsor walkers for the 2004 Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Boston. The Avon Foundation which sponsors the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer is a recognized 501(c)(3) organization. The tax identification number for your records is 13-6128447.

Your generous participation as a sponsor was greatly appreciated. We would like to thank you for your donation of Gift certificate valued at $50.00.

You can follow the progress of the PFC team over the next few months on the AWBC website at www.avonwalk.org.

Please feel free to contact me at 781-331-6896 should you have any questions.

Very truly yours,
Kimberly Farquhar
Paws for a Cause Spokesperson

To Whom It May Concern:
We would like to personally thank you for your generous donation to Ripple Effect, Inc. Your generosity for our benefit auction on February l0th enabled almost fifty Lynn high school students to raise over $4,000, inspiring them in their venture to build four houses for needy families in Juarez, Mexico next month.

Thank you for your partnership in helping a dream come true. It is the dream of a Mexican family who has longed to have a safe and reliable house to protect them from the cold desert nights and the blistering desert noon sun. It is also the dream of many Lynn citizens who have been working to establish a new reputation for the city, one that reveals its incredible potential. At Ripple Effect, Inc., we know that the teenagers with whom we work are passionate about creating a Lynn community that is dynamic and committed to social justice. Thank you for supporting their vision for their community.

Once again, we thank you for creating a ripple effect that has reached farther than you will ever know.

Sincerely,
Jason L. Winchell
President
Melissa N. Winchell
Vice President

Dear Sir or Madame,
The Wellness Community would like to thank you for your support of our recent event, Flavors of Wellness on December 8, 2003. We truly appreciate your in-kind donation of a gift certificate valued at $100. Your thoughtfulness means that the hundreds of people who currently attend programs at The Wellness Community can continue to receive the gifts of support, education and hope, free of charge.

Flavors of Wellness was a new event for The Wellness Community. It was made possible by the generous donations of food and services given by the restaurants listed below. We would like to encourage you to visit these restaurants and to let them know how much you enjoyed their fare at The Wellness Community’s Flavors of Wellness.
Argana, Cambridge
EVOO, Somerville
The Capital Grille, Boston and Chestnut Hill
Legal Sea Foods, Locations throughout greater Boston
Ole Mexican Grill, Cambridge
The Westin Copley Place

On behalf of all those who benefit from your generosity please accept our sincere appreciation and thanks.

Sincerely,
Toby & Charlie Roover
Susan & Norman Jacobs

Dear Friends:
Thank you for your support of our 2003 Old-Fashioned Christmas Party.

Programs that will benefit from your support are the holiday giving program, which provides new toys and clothes for disadvantaged children at Christmas; emergency assistance, such as food, fuel, and rental assistance to prevent homelessness; education and job training programs for young adults; and support for teen parents and their children.

We are most grateful for your interest in and support of CCN. On behalf of those who turn to us for help, I thank you.

Sincerely,
Virginia A. Doocy
Director

Dear Friends:
Thank you for your support of our 2003 Old-Fashioned Christmas Party.

Programs that will benefit from your support are the holiday giving program, which provides new toys and clothes for disadvantaged children at Christmas; emergency assistance, such as food, fuel, and rental assistance to prevent homelessness; education and job training programs for young adults; and support for teen parents and their children.

We are most grateful for your interest in and support of CCN. On behalf of those who turn to us for help, I thank you

Sincerely,
Virginia A. Doocy
Director

Dear Naomi:
The Friends of Alvirne Ice Hockey would like to thank you for your donation of a $50.00 gift certificate to our auction, held on November 15, 2003. We raised almost $5,000.00 that went directly to putting Alvirne High School’s first ever varsity hockey team on the ice!

Without the generous support of the community, we would not have achieved our goal. Again, we would like to thank you for your contribution and your support. The Friends of Alvirne Ice Hockey’s tax ID number is 32-007166. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Melissa Cormier at 881-4997.

Sincerely,
Casey St. Laurent
Asst. Auction Coordinator

Dear Naomi:
Thank you so much for your generous support of the First Annual Celebration of Giving. We appreciate your contribution of a $50 gift certificate. Your donation added so much to our; display of auction items, and helped to raise over $450,000 for the thousands of children served by the child welfare agencies that benefit from The Rodman Ride for Kids.

The competitive bidding generated from your auction item benefited families and children served by Lazarus House, a non-profit, non-sectarian shelter that operates out of Lawrence, Massachusetts, one of the poorest communities in our country. For 20 years, Lazarus I House has been able to provide emergency food, clothing, temporary shelter, job training, care, hot meals, outreach and advocacy to those in need because of people like you. Lazarus House offers shelter with 31 beds and seven cribs; a soup kitchen and thrift store; medical and dental clinic; a house for homeless people with HIV or AIDS; and job training ‘: programs.

Through counseling, proper health care, education, pre-employment programs, and the operation of three residences, Lazarus House staff empower families and individuals to break the cycles of poverty, abuse and neglect and help them build secure and independent lives to become productive members of our community.

Again, our heartfelt thanks for your kindness and all you did to help make the holidays brighter for thousands of children and families.

Warmest Regards,
Kathy Cronin
Committee Member

In November 2003, over 500 women from the local community attended the ‘Tribute to America” Fall Fashion Show and saw an acknowledgement of your company’s support in the event program. In addition, each donation and sponsor was individuality announced.

Thank you for contributing a $50 gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture. Your contribution is considered a charitable donation, which may be tax deductible. The nonprofit tax ID number for your donation to the Guild of St. William is 042-104-875.

We sincerely thank you for supporting the Guild of St. William. Your commitment to the St. John’s Rep community is truly appreciated

With Best Regards,
Bernadette King
The Guild of St. William

To Whom It May Concern:
Now that the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is over, it is appropriate to take the time to reflect back on all those whose caring and generosity made the holiday so very special. On behalf of the Board of Commissioners, staff and residents of the Taunton Housing Authority, I would like to express our sincerest appreciation for the thoughtful donation made for the Authority’s Annual Holiday Party. Your company’s generosity played a major role in making the 2003 Holiday Party the most successful event in the history of the Authority.

Your willingness and ability to assist our Housing Authority and its residents is truly indicative of why your company is held in high regard by so many in the community. Again, thank you for your assistance with this event.

Very cordially yours,
Karen Cruz
Operations Manager
Senior Holiday Party Committee

The Committee wishes you and yours a happy and safe New Year!

Respectfully yours,
The Taunton Elks Thanksgiving Day Scholarship Committee

Since its inception in 1994 more than 1500 families have received health access services from the JCCHCE.

The JCCHCE also provides health care information, education, outreach and health care enrollment assistance for families. This committee is a he partnership between the city of Everett, the Everett Public Schools, health care providers and state and local community agencies. A not-for-profit organization, the committee receives funding from federal, state and private grants.
The JCCHCE is always looking to recruit new members;: Please consider volunteering for one-of out. subcommittees such as Mental Health, Safety, or Fundraising or becoming a member of the committee or of the KUBA (Kids United By Awareness) group, our parent organization. If you’d like to receive additional information about the committee or to become a member, please contact Olenn Crenshaw in our office in Everett City Hall at 617-394-2414.

Please know how much we value your support especially in this lean fiscal year. As you and your family enjoy a safe, healthy holiday season, understand you have truly made a difference in the lives of children in Everett.

Sincerely,
Jacqueline Coogan, President
Eileen Dem, Fundraising Committee Co-Chair

Dear Friend of St. George Church,
We, the parishioners of St. George Greek Orthodox Church, would like to take this opportunity to Thank You for your generous donation that was made to our first “Live and Silent Auction”. The auction was held on October 18, 2003 and was a great success. We grossed well over $22,000.00.

The funds that we realize from our effort will go a long way in funding some of the many programs that the church sponsors to help not only people in the City of Lynn, but throughout the greater Lynn area. One such program is the “Caring and Sharing” program, which provides Thanksgiving food baskets to many low-income families and elderly in our community. We also participate in the annual free Thanksgiving dinner that is served to more than 1000 people in the Lynn and Boston areas. This dinner is held at “Brother’s Deli” in Lynn and take-out orders are sent to the Victory program in Boston. “Caring and Sharing” also sponsors an annual Christmas party for the families of the SPIN (Sewing People In Need) homeless shelter program. This party is held in our community center and is attended by more than 100 families. Each child receives a gift picture with Santa, lunch and prizes. Caring and Sharing is not limited to just Thanksgiving and Christmas.

We help people all year long. In the past we have paid rent for people facing eviction, we have paid utility bills and provided food to those who may need assistance.

In closing, “Thank You” for your generous contribution to our fundraiser and we wish you a happy and healthy 2004.

Sincerely,
Charles Lambesis
Parish Council President

Dear Amy,
On behalf of Community Enterprises, I would like to thank you for your contribution to our fifth annual golf fundraiser. Your donation, which was used in our raffle prize drawing and silent auction, helped to raise $7,500 for our programs and services for individuals with disabilities.

I am happy to tell you that this year we have earmarked much of our net proceeds to our Holyoke Career Center. This Center provides career development and assessment functions for our consumers and also assists them in their pursuit of G.E.D.’s. In addition, our Boston and North Shore operations will receive additional resources for social and recreational opportunities as requested via our consumer Satisfaction Surveys.

Thank you again and best wishes for a happy and healthy new year.

Sincerely,
R.A. Beach
VP/Housing & Supports
Chair of MA Golf Classic

Dear Ms. Shore:
Our fair held on November 15th was a grand success. Your generous donation played an important part in it.
As promised we publicized your name so attendees would know of your support and asked that they return your kindness by supporting your efforts. We appreciate your willingness to be involved in the community and thank you.

Your support will help us to continue our ministry in East Weymouth. We wish you the best for the holidays and New Year.

Sincerely,
Bettyanne Lang

Bernie & Phyls Furniture
308 East Main St
Norton, MA 02766

Dear Bernie & Phyls Furniture:
I want to thank you, on behalf of the entire American Cancer Society, for your recent gift of $250.00. It means so much to all of us committed to this cause to have your support, and I want you to know that your money is hard at work. Your gift makes it possible for us to support you, your loved ones, and all those touched by cancer - through research, education, advocacy, and services.

Thanks to gifts like yours, people anywhere can access valuable information -free - anytime. And if you ever need support, we’ll be here.

Call 1-800-ACS-2345, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to:
* Speak with a carling, specially trained cancer information specialist
* Get answers about cancer tests and treatments
* Find out about services and activities in your area

Visit your American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org to:
* Get the facts on cancer and the latest cancer news
* Learn about risk factors, prevention, and early detection
* Find support through “virtual” communities or links to local programs

Remember, we’re here to help. And because of the generosity of people like you, we’ll be here when people need us most.

Thank you again.

Sincerely,
Virginia Smith
Dir. of Donor Relations & Direct Marketing

Dear Naomi;
I write this letter to express our sincere appreciation and gratitude for your generosity and support of our First Harvest Auction. It started out as a simple idea passed on from one parishioner to another. With God’s inspiration and grace, over the summer this simple idea became a well-developed ambitious plan. The plan, thanks to the tremendous dedication and work of many hands, grew into a much -anticipated event.

Your donation of the Gift Certificate to this event was greatly appreciated. The many donated items helped to fill the variety of theme baskets, silent auction tables, raffles and live auction. The evening was filled with fun, laughter, excitement and joy.
I truly appreciate all you did for this Harvest Auction and all you do throughout the year that allows our St. John Neumann Catholic Community to continue to fulfill the mission of Jesus Christ in our time and place.

In closing know that you are in our prayers and May God Bless you.

Yours in Christ,
Rev. Agapit H. Jean, Jr.
Pastor

Dear Friend of St. Mary’s,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your generous donation of a $50.00 gift certificate for our 2003 Christmas Bazaar. With your donation and the help of all our friends, the Bazaar was a huge success.

On behalf of Coordinators Diana Lane, Jane Steeves, and Marie Pino, I hope you and your family are blessed with a wonderful Holiday Season and a very Happy New Year.

Sincerely,
(Rev.) Robert A. Oliveira, Pastor

Dear Ms. Shore:
We want to thank you for responding with your generous gift, the Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture $50.00 gift certificate. This will go toward a raffle gift for our fundraising efforts sponsored by our Events Committee.

Thank you.

Sincerely,
John McGillvary
Practice Administrator

As a non-profit, no kill shelter, our important work can only continue with the support and generosity of the community we serve. Our auction booklet listed all donations and the businesses and organizations that provided items to this event. We hope that our many attendees will return your support by patronizing your business.

Dog Orphans has been in existence and self-sufficient through contributions and benevolence for more than thirty years. Without your support, we would not be able to continue our work in placing homeless dogs.

Sincerely,
Ron Morse
Manager

Dear Naomi:
On behalf of all the folks who are organizing this year’s “Cheers for Children” Holiday Auction and Party, thank you very much for your kind donation to our 24th Annual event.

Since we started this auction back in 1980 in the Bull & Finch Pub with a small gathering of regulars, it has grown each year with more guests, more donations and most importantly, more funds raised.

This being our 24th Annual Auction, we have planned a great evening and party for all of our friends who will be joining us. In appreciation of your donation, we would like you to have these complimentary tickets with the hope you will be able to be a part of the Holiday Festivities. Please do not hesitate to call us, if you have any questions or need additional tickets.

Once again, thank you and enjoy a wonderful holiday season.

Sincerely,
Cheers for Children Committee

Dear Donor:
Thanks to your support and generous donation of a BERNIE & PHYL’S GIFT CERTIFICATE valued at $50, the YMCA Sports & Leisure Charity Auction raised nearly $12,000!

Your donation helps us provide program support and financial assistance to families who need it in our community. Only by working together can we give more kids the opportunity to grow strong in spirit, mind and body.

Yours truly,
Michael LaChance
Chief Executive Office

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of the Men’s Associates of New England Sinai Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, I would like to thank you for your contribution of a gift certificate to our recent fundraising auction. Thanks to your generosity, and the success of the event, we are able to fund our annual budget for patient recreation and entertainment programs. Without this event, and the support it receives from the community, these important programs would not be able to continue.

I hope that we can count on your continued support of our efforts. Please know that your contribution truly makes a difference in the lives of our patients.

Sincerely,
Bertram Grand
President

Dear Ms. Shore,
On behalf of the Massachusetts Brain Injury Association (MBIA), we would like to thank you for donating the Bernie & Phyl’s gift certificate for our raffle table at our lst Annual All Star Comedy Night which took place on Wednesday, October 1, 2003 at the Comedy Connection at Faneuil Hall, Boston. Because of your generous donation, this Comedy Night was a very successful event and enjoyed by all.

Your support to the MBIA allows us to continue our efforts to meet the needs of survivors, their families and the community. To meet their needs MBIA:
* Offers a variety of programs and services that help survivors and families through every step of the recovery process.
* Provides information about available resources.
* Advocates on behalf of survivors and their families to ensure that they have adequate resources.
* Supports community activities, organizations and programs that help survivors reach their highest possible level of function and independence.
* Offers ongoing information and help through support groups, educational programs, the telephone InfoLine and quarterly newsletters.
* Promotes community awareness through targeted prevention programs that are credited with increasing awareness of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and decreasing behaviors that often cause TBIs.
* Supports legislation related to brain injury.

Thank you for your support and dedication to the Massachusetts Brain lnjury Association.

With regards,
Arlene Korab
Executive Director
Beth Chludenski
Associate Director

Dear Friends:
On behalf of the entire Board and staff of the Striar Jewish Community Center and the South Area Solomon Schechter Day School, we want to thank you for your participation in the recent Carnivale II: A Groovy Gathering fundraiser.

Without the support of people like you, the evening would not have been a huge success. The proceeds from this event will support the missions and values of both institutions, including education, after-school programs, senior adult activities, wellness and cultural programs, family education and programming for the entire community.

Please accept our sincere thanks in making the evening possible.

Sincerely,
Allison Cooper
Kelly Ezickson

Unfortunately, Peter succumbed to cancer and passed away a few days after the raffle drawing. Peter wanted you to know how grateful he was for the outpouring of love and support you shared with him and his family.

On behalf of the Parhiala Family and the critical care nurses of Lawrence General Hospital, we would like to thank you for your generous contribution. Words alone cannot express how much we appreciate what you have done for our co-worker, and her family.

Sincerely,
Patti DeRoche, RN

Dear Friend:
Thank you for your part in supporting our initial auction after many years absence from our fall calendar.
Thanks to you, we enjoyed an overwhelming success. In great part due to your generosity, we more than doubled our hoped for goal.

We trust that this was a positive for you as well. We hope that you’ll help us again next year in our second annual auction.
Again, many thanks. Your act of kindness is being translated into helping actions through your Salvation Army.

MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU RICHLY!

Carl E. Carvill
Major

Dear Friends:
It is my pleasure to thank you for your gift of $200 to the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk. Your kind support is helping Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s physicians and scientists as they provide the best, most effective cancer care today while searching for the cures of tomorrow.

This year, nearly 7,000 walkers and volunteers joined together to help us meet our goal of raising $5 million to beat cancer. Like you, thousands of friends, family members, volunteers, and spectators cheered their efforts. We couldn’t do it without all of your support. Since 1989, the Walk has raised more than $26 million for the Jimmy Fund.

With your help, Dana-Farber has become a world leader in cancer care and research. Today, as science makes extraordinary advances, we are ever more hopeful that cancer will become a disease of the past. Thank you again for bringing a world without cancer one step closer.

Sincerely,
Edward J. Benz Jr., MD

Dear Naomi Shore, Public Relations Coordinator
On behalf of the South Congregational Church, I would like to thank you for your generous donation to our 2003 Church Fair. We are a small church but are quickly growing and expanding. Your generosity has made it possible for us to attract more people to our event, and thus increase the revenue that this church will use in community outreach.

Following is the record of your donation with value, for your tax purposes:
1 Gift Certificate valued at $50.00

Once again, we thank you for your support in helping the church to achieve its goals.

Sincerely,
Gail E. Lake

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of Morton Hospital and Medical Center and the patients we serve, thank you so very much for your gift certificate for $50.00. This year, for the first time in 20 years, the hospital is undergoing a public Capital Campaign to raise funds to renovate and expand our Emergency Department, and several of our employees decided to organize a Masquerade Ball as their contribution to the fundraising effort.

When your Emergency Department was constructed 20 years ago, it was designed to accommodate 25,000 patients a year. Last year, we treated over 53,000 patients in our ED! The expansion and renovation of our Emergency Department will enable us to better care for those patients who turn to us for emergency services.

Again, thank you for your support of Morton Hospital and Medical Center.

Sincerely,
Dori Bingham
Associate Vice President, External Affairs

The money raised thru the sale of the Raffle tickets is used solely to assist our tenants in their transportation needs for medical appointments and other necessities.

With our best wishes for a Healthy, Prosperous Year, we remain,

Sincerely Yours,
Judie Jellson
Tenant Council President

Good day,
Another summer has come and gone and I sincerely hope you enjoyed yours. Kids are back in school, leaves are turning, and another ultra successful Children’s Burn Camp Golf Tournament has been penciled into the record books. For the second straight year the efforts of our tournament committee and the generous support of sponsors like you have made it possible for us to donate over $18,000 to the Children’s Burn Camp in Unity, Connecticut.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your involvement in this worthy cause. The Nashua Firemen’s Relief Association Children’s Burn Camp Golf Tournament has gained recognition throughout New England as a major contributor to this Burn Camp. We couldn’t have done it without you. Your donations directly translate into a higher quality camp experience for these children. Your help counts.

In closing, I would like to once again thank you for your involvement and I look forward to your continued support in 2004.

Sincerely,
Brian D. Rhodes
Golf Committee Chairperson

Attention: Ms. Naomi Shore
On behalf of Riverside Christian Church, thank you for contributing a gift certificate valued at $50.00 to our Benefit Auction for the Little Hands Big Hearts (LHBH) ministry in Honduras. Your gift made a great addition and we truly appreciate your donation.

Riverside Christian Church is partnering with the Little Hands Big Hearts ministry this fall when eleven members will travel to Trujillo in Honduras to assist the work of Mark and Brenda Young at LHBH. The ministry of LHBH is to provide physical, emotional and spiritual care to the people of Honduras especially the next generation of children.

All proceeds and donations received at the Benefit Auction will be used for the purpose of providing construction materials and mechanical supplies. In addition, the team will be taking school and medical supplies to the Little Hands Big Hearts ministry. Because much of the ministry of LHBH is to families with infants and small children, with the funds raised, the team will also be providing clothing and other baby items.

This document may be necessary in order for you to make contribution deductions on your tax return. Any goods or services received in connection with this contribution were incidental and/or were intangible religious benefits. Thank you again for your contribution. May God Bless you.

Sincerely,
Carolee Churchill
Mission Honduras, Women’s Leader

The Brian D. Silber Spine Tumor Clinic provides treatments for spine tumor patients, patient consultations, and social services for patients and their families. The Clinic also focuses on research into the cause of spine and spinal cord tumors. Spine tumor patients are finding treatment options at the Clinic that are not offered elsewhere. The updated website provides patients with information about the treatment team, services, education, and research.Plans are underway for the seventh annual Brian D. Silber Memorial Golf Tournament which will take place in July, 2004. We hope that we can count on you again to participate in this special event.

We are grateful to you for making this year’s tournament a success and for your camaraderie, loyalty, and support. Working together we can truly make a difference in the lives of spine tumor patients and their families.

Sincerely,
Sharon and Jason Silber

Please find the enclosed copy of our parish bulletin insert. We distribute this in a weekly bulletin, following Septemberfest to publicize the generosity of our many donors, including yours. All donated items also included a donor label during the event.
We are grateful to you for your tax-deductible contribution and extend our appreciation to you.

Sincerely yours,
(Rev.) George C. Bellenoit
Pastor

The tournament cleared just over $18,000. This was our most successful tournament to date. Since we do not have any paid staff, the money raised at this golf tournament will go directly to programs for area children, particularly at our Ash Street Community Center.

Again, our sincere thanks for your support. We hope you will help us again next year.

Sincerely,
Officer Kevin Landry
Program Director
Officer E. Paulson
Assistant Director

Dear Naomi:
On behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy Association and those we serve, I would like to thank you for generously donating a gift certificate to the 2003 King’s Grant Labor Day Auction. I am pleased to report that this year’s auction was another great success, raising more than $7,000 to aid in the fight against neuromuscular disease.

Funds raised from the King’s Grant Labor Day Auction will help support research. clinics, support groups and a special summer camp program. The Muscular Dystrophy Association covers 43 different neuromuscular diseases, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy, (the most common form of muscular dystrophy in young boys), and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease).

Once again, thank you for your support of MDA and the Labor Day Auction. I hope to work with you again in the future.

Sincerely,
Kim Logue
District Director

Dear Friends,
Thank you very much for your help in making this year’s Summer Garden Party a great success for My Brother’s Table. Your generous support and donation of a gift certificate has helped us to raise a spectacular $53,000 to continue funding our mission of feeding the hungry and needy in our community 365 days a year.

We are fortunate to hold this annual, summer celebration at the beautiful, oceanside location of Marian Court in Swarnpscott, where our guests can enjoy the atmospheric music played by The Blue Ribbon Jazz Ensemble, whilst sampling delicious food including that provided and served by local establishments such as The Lyceum, Red “I’ R6ck, The Porthole, Edgewater Cafe and Tides Restaurant.

As always, the artistry of the Nahant Garden Club and the generosity of local florists combined to create stunning floral arrangements. We are also grateful to Vinnin Square and Lynnway Liquors for coordinating the beverages and to all our many volunteers who worked hard before, during and after the event to make it a special evening for everyone.

Your commitment to helping the hungry by donating to My Brother’s Table is most appreciated. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity.

Sincerely,
Mary Magner
Development Director

Dear Ms. Shore:
On behalf of CRJ’s Board and Staff, I’m delighted to acknowledge your donation of a Gift Certificate, valued at $50.00. Your thoughtful contribution will surely help to make our Anniversary Gala & Silent auction a success!

Your generosity will help us to sustain our superior human services delivery and innovation in social policy development and programming aimed at improving the lives of some of Massachusetts’ most overlooked populations.

The Anniversary Gala will celebrate CRJ’s deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life in our communities and advancing the quality of justice in our government. Thank you again for taking part in this special way!

Sincerely,
Kate Goodrich
Director of Development

Dear Mr. Naomi:
I want to thank you so much for your recent donation of a $50 gift certificate in support of the Antique Preview Party, Auction and Dance evening taking place on Friday, October 10, 2003. Your support if this event will benefit newly formed Groton Dunstable Education Foundation, a volunteer non-profit organization committed to enhancing the success of the public schools in Groton and Dunstable Massachusetts by providing private funding for innovative, inspiring programs and opportunities.

Thank you again for your support of the Groton Dunstable Education Foundation’s mission to provide each child with the excellent educational experience that he or she deserves. We look forward to a longstanding relationship with Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture to further this worthy mission.

Very truly yours,
Karen Young
Antique Preview Party Committee

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you for your recent donation of a $50 Gift Certificate to our 12th Annual Clean Air Classic Golf Tournament. Your donation will help make this year’s tournament a great success, and will further our efforts to combat lung disease.

The American Lung Association of Greater Norfolk County works to promote healthy lungs and to prevent lung disease in your community. Since 1927 we have been involved locally in research, education, and advocacy in an effort to create a healthier society.

Allow us to highlight one of our current activities that your gift helps to fund. Every summer we send asthmatic children to camp. These children have a wonderful week enjoying the treasures of camp and learning to overcome the challenges of their asthma.
The American Lung Association’s unique Camp Chest Nut is located in Becket, Massachusetts, surrounded by the scenic Berkshire Mountains It is a very special community of boys and girls, ages 8 to 15, who share a common problem –asthma. At Camp Chest Nut, they have the support of committed counselors and respiratory therapists. Here each child learns that they are not alone with their asthma.

Camp Chest Nut helps children to recognize their own individual “triggers” and teaches them how to manage an asthmatic episode. Campers also have an opportunity to candidly discuss-the problems associated with asthma and to develop ways to cope with these issues. The program offers breathing exercises and information about using medications. The children have fun while learning to manage their asthma in a safe, secure environment.

On behalf of our Board of Directors and all the children and adults our programs will help, thank you for your dedication and commitment to the American Lung Association’s Clean Air Golf Tournament. Your generosity will make a real difference in the fight against lung disease.

Sincerely,
Gene Lavanchv
Honorary Chairperson
Martha Waldron
Executive Director

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of my family and everyone involved with the Sgt. Paul .J. Nichols Memorial Golf Classic. I want to thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your gift certificate was one of our most popular items in the raffle. The golf tournament and dinner were very successful and we will be able to help many children and families in need thanks to your help.

I wish you all the best and hope you don’t mind if I call you again next year.

Once again, thank you for supporting the Sgt. Paul J. Nichols Memorial Fund

Dr. Ms. Dean,
On behalf of the North Shore Medical Center (NSMC), our cancer patients and their families, thank you for your gift in the amount of $100 10 benefit the NSMC Cancer WALK 2003. Your donation, together with all WALK proceeds. will be directed toward the Phase I renovation of the medical oncology space at the NSMC Cancer Center in Peabody. This enhancement will create a calmer, more serene space for patients to meet with doctors by separating the physician practices from the chemotherapy treatment area.

We are pleased to report that despite inclement weather on Sunday June 22nd thousands of people joined together for the 13'” Annual NSMC Cancer WALK. The day was filled with smiles, fun and memories and we are proud to report that for the fifth year in a row, we broke the million-dollar mark (gross proceeds) and we are on target to raise $1.3 million!
It is the support of people like you who made NSMC Cancer WALK 2003 such a great .-success. Together we will make a difference.

Sincerely,
Carrie P. Campbell
Director of Special Events
NSMC Foundation

Dear Naomi:
I want to thank you for your generous donations for the 1st Annual Iron Horse Biathlon. Because of such strong support from people, such as yourself, we were able to raise money for both the GOAL Foundation and The Eastern Paralyzed Veterans Association. Thanks to your generosity this event was a huge success. The participants had a wonderful day of riding, competing, and camaraderie for two good causes. The participant who won your gift certificate was thrilled. He & his wife were looking at office furniture and a dining room set at your Westboro location just a few weeks prior.

We wish to again thank you and Bernie & Phyl’s for your generous help and support of this event to benefit these worthy charitable causes. We have already started planning next years event including plenty of advertising to start months in advance.

We hope we will be able to count on your support again in the future.

Sincerely,
Bart Kincaid
GOAL Board of Directors

Dear Ms. Shore:
Thank you so much for your recent donation of a gift certificate to Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture valued at $50 for Father Bill’s Place 9th Annual Food Fest and Auction. This is our largest fund-raising effort of the year and we appreciate your support. You are a part of our mission…. ending homelessness one life at a time. You are contributing to, what we hope will be, a tremendous success of Father Bill’s Place 9th Annual Food Fest & Auction! We truly appreciate your efforts to assist those in need of a home in our community.

I hope you will continue to support this endeavor. I would also be happy to hear any feedback you may have to make next year’s event more successful. Because of your support Father Bill’s Place has been able to develop unique responses to poverty, hunger and homelessness on the South Shore. In the past five years our efforts have expanded beyond the mere provision of shelter and emergency services.

I hope you realize the tremendous difference your generosity makes in the lives of so many people. Thank you, on behalf of our Board of Directors, Staff, and guests of Father Bill’s Place. Enjoy the summer!

Sincerely,
Rev. William R. McCarthy

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Peabody Chamber of Commerce, we would like to thank you for your recent donation to the Chamber’s 15th Annual Live Television Auction. The event held on June l0th and 11th at the Peabody Community Life Center was a great success due to your generosity - one of our best ever!

Your support helps the Chamber of Commerce continue its mission to provide information, resources, advocacy, and programs for the business community and the general public. It also allows the Chamber to support groups like the Peabody Education Council.

As always, feedback is important to us. We feel like each year we do a better job promoting our donors in pre-event publicity and in on the air commentary. While we realize many of you did not have an opportunity to view the auction, any feedback, critique items, or thoughts on how we can serve you better is always appreciated.

We know you are constantly being asked by many well deserving programs to support their cause, and we appreciate the opportunity you have helped create for the Chamber. We know your donation was also an investment in your business, and we are committed to helping create a good return for you.

Sincerely,
Dave Hall
Peabody Chamber of Commerce Executive Director

Dear Ms. Dean:
On behalf of the Board of Directors and all of us at Kennedy-Donovan Center, I would like to thank you for the wonderful donation of a $50.00 Gift Certificate. It is truly appreciated.

Your gift combined with many other gifts, enables KDC to raise the necessary funds to provide services, equipment and opportunities for individuals with disabilities and other unique needs. Your donation is tax deductible, as Kennedy-Donovan Center is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), human service agency that relies on fund-raising to strengthen and enhance our programs
The support of old and new friends such as yourself has never been more important and your generosity and commitment are greatly appreciated.

Many thanks again for your kindness and support.

Sincerely,
Leslie Nelson
Fundraising and Public Relations Coordinator

Dear Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture,
We thank you for your generous donation to our Gala Auction 2003 held on May 10, 2003. Over 200 people attended this successful event, raising $20,000 for the capital campaign for Temple Beth Shalom and for Juvenile Diabetes Research. You should be proud to know that you helped in raising those funds. We look forward to your future continued support.

Your donation of gift certificate with a value of $50.00 was awarded.

Thank you once again.

Sincerely,
Paula Emelock
Chairperson Gala Auction 2003

Dear Naomi,
On behalf of the Board and Staff of Family & Children’s Service, we thank you for your generous donation in support of the agency’s 11th Annual Spring Reception and Silent Auction.

The event was a success with more than 100 people in attendance. In addition to enjoying each other’s company as well as the music, food and drink, they were treated to a performance by one of our youth programs. Ten 4th and 5th graders from our Kids Promoting Peace program mingled with the guests and then performed in a skit of their own creation. The skit demonstrates what they have learned about resolving conflicts peacefully and is an example of how these peer leaders teach younger students these important skills.

All proceeds from the event will go to support KiPP and other youth programming at Family & Children’s Service of Greater Lynn, Inc. Your donation to the silent auction of a gift certificate was a key element in our success.

Thank you again for your interest and support. We hope you will consider helping us again next year.

Sincerely,
Anna Marie Ventura
Director of Development

Even with the poor weather, the response was so positive that we will be having the SKY Ride Charity Poker Run on an annual basis. Be sure to check out Sara’s website for details on the event and the SKY Fund’s progress, www.saraskyfund.com.

Thank you,
Amy Young
Committee Chair

Thanks to you, we reached our goal and raised $15,000 to support the Simmons Internship Program, bringing 45 additional teachers into our school for a full year and giving our teachers access to graduate level professional development.

We are grateful to live in a community that cares so much about its children, and it is individuals like you that really make a difference. Thank you for your continuing support.

Sincerely,
The Blast Committee
Alicia Duncan
Amy Fradkin
Lynn Gotwals
Judy Gragg
Maureen Jones
Carolyn Levitan
Sally Malast
Christine Malloy
Diane Oktay
Janet Petronio
Maura Walsh

Dear Friends:
The Department of Social Services would like to thank you for your donation of a $50.00 gift certificate for our Foster Parent Event.

On behalf of the staff and foster parents that care for our children, Thank you again for your thoughtfulness and commitment to the foster Parents in the North Central Area.

Sincerely,
Vito Congero
Family Resource Supervisor

Dear Ms. Dean,
I am writing to thank you for you generous donation to the Northeast Family YMCA. As we prepare for the upcoming event we are encouraged by the contributions made by community members and businesses like yours.

Thank you again for your support.

Sincerely,
Suzanne Rogers
Representing the Northeast Family YMCA

For those donating certificates, the Auction office encloses a reminder to high bidders to contact the donor promptly, respect our donor’s wishes and to redeem the certificate as it is outlined. **If a high bidder approaches you with any request you are uncomfortable with, please call the Auction office and we will be happy to assist you in any way we can.

If you would like to know how your donation’s sold, we’ll be glad to provide you with that information after June 18,2003. When you call, please have your donor form number available so we can quickly locate your information.

Again, thank you for participating in our Spring Auction. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to call the Auction office. Your continued commitment to public broadcasting is appreciated. (Note the donor form serves as the official NHPTV receipt for your donation).

Sincerely,
Cheryl Linskey,
NHPTV Auction Operations Coordinator

Dear Ms. Dean,
Thank you for your generous donation of a gift certificate for the Camp Fire auction. Your donation will be acknowledged at our auction and in our program book. The auction will be held on May 17, 2003, at the Topsfield Fair Grounds.

The funds raised at the auction will help us achieve our mission: Camp Fire Boys and Girls builds caring, confident youth and future leaders.

Without support like yours, many of the club, camping, and self reliance programs could not continue and the children who participated through sliding fees and camperships would not be offered that assistance.

Once again, from the children and all of us at Camp Fire, thank you for your support and help.

Very truly yours,
Marlys Russell
Executive Director
The 30th NHPTV Spring Auction

Dear Naomi,
Both Boy Scout Troop 19 and Cub Scout Pack 19 of Sacred Heart Parish in Weymouth Landing express their appreciation for your generous donation of a 550 gift certificate for our second annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser. This event will help supplement the necessary funding required for both scouting programs in which services are provided for over 70 boys in Weymouth and Braintree.

We are grateful for your community spirit and thank you for continued support each year.

Sincerely,
Pat Linden
Troop 19 8, Cub Scout Pack 19
Sacred Heart Parish

Dear Naomi:
I am writing to thank you for your generous gift to the 2003 Newman School Auction of a Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture Gift Certificate valued at $50.

Your gift to this year’s Newman School Auction, to be held on May 18, is an act of faith in the school and a commitment to its future. Believe me when I tell you that your kid thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.

YOUR SUPPORT WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

With best wishes to you and thanks for your generosity to The Newman School, I remain

Sincerely,
Richard D. Gill
Director of Development

Dear Ms. Dean,
Thank you for your in-kind gift of a $50 gift certificate in support of the 28th NSMC/Union Hospital Golf Classic. Gifts of this nature were used for our raffle and auction on the day of the tournament to help enhance revenues from this fundraising event. For donation purposes we have credited your gift, as requested, at a total value of $50.

Proceeds from our 2003 Classic will support the purchase of state-of -the-art technology for, and the re-design of, operating rooms in preparation of new advancements in minimally invasive surgery (MIS).

I am most grateful for your support.

Best Wishes,
James C. Harris
Director of Corporate and Donor Relations
NSMC Foundation/Union Hospital

Bernie & Phyl’s Friends In Need program regularly donates furniture to charitable organizations in need. We also donate gift certificates to local community organizations for their fundraising activities. If you would like Bernie & Phyl’s to be involved in your organization or event, here are some guidelines you should know.

Furniture Donations:

We donate furniture to many kinds of charitable organizations that serve in-need populations such as hospitals, children’s homes, shelters, addiction recovery centers, and affordable housing projects. We do not make furniture donations to individuals. We feel that our contributions can best benefit the community when they are used by many individuals and families in an institutional setting.

Fundraising Contributions and Sponsorships:

While we are happy to evaluate any opportunities for sponsorships, we do very limited monetary sponsorships. However, every request will be thoughtfully considered. We do donate gift certificates to local charitable groups to be used for auctions, raffles, door prizes, etc.

ALL REQUESTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING.
Please send your request to the attention of Elizabeth Dierze, at our outside public/community relations firm, by email, edierze@blumenthalpr.com or by fax, 617-879-1512. You will receive a response even if we cannot fulfill your request for furniture or for a monetary sponsorship.

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