As part of the Calories for Kids promotion, we did a 90 minute session this morning. Twenty of the regular crew showed up, each with a $25 donation in hand. This netted 21,000 calories (by my count) and $525 in donations (Tom's count) to the Boys & Girls Club http://www.bipositiveplace.org/
I think it is safe to say that we had a good time for a good cause. From the session came the idea for the summer CH build up of 33, 66 & 99 miles over three weekends. I really like this idea and will see what kind of response it gets as we move, with the passing of each frigid day, closer to the outdoor riding season (often described as anything over 32 degrees.)
Thanks to everyone who participated in our event today, as the T-shirts said: You were GREAT!
Oh yeah, and here is the link to the Leon Hendrix piece in the Weekly: http://www.seattleweekly.com/2009-03-04/music/the-leon-hendrix-project/
2 comments:
Hello Everyone,
In my years working with nonprofits, I have never seen a community business rally around an agency like all of you have done for us. All of your energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the kids of our community made this day happen! On behalf of our 300+ young members and appreciative staff, THANK YOU SO MUCH. I give you my word that every penny that was raised in large part to your hard work will make a direct impact in the lives of the 50+ children that attend our Club every day. I have never been prouder to be a BAC member than I am right now.
Most Sincerely,
Pat
Patrick M. Murray
Executive Director
Boys & Girls Club of Bainbridge Island
office: (206) 855-8486
cell: (206) 291-4333
The last two comments from Shelly and Pat were taken from follow up E-mails in regard to the success of the Colories for Kids promo. Way to go gang!!!
Hello all, just a quick note to thank you all for the great group effort on behalf of the Boys & Girls Club. Between all of our events we raised nearly $8000 which surpassed what we raised last year! It is an incredible accomplishment.
Of course, none of this happens without everyone coming together and all pitching in to support this great cause. As a board member of the Boys & Girls Club, I can tell you that this money makes a phenomenal difference immediately in the lives of local children of need.
It is amazing what we can accomplish together. Thank you all for so much for your time, effort , donations, and support.
Sincerely,
Shelly
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