Friends of REACH Update - Summer 2011

Last fall a fundraising group was formed to help assist the REACH Program for Post-Stroke. As we head into summer, here's an update on the progress of Friends of REACH from a recent newsletter:

Dear Friend,
REACH has made it through the first year in its new state as a self-sustaining part of Foothill-De Anza's Community Education program. The students and caregivers have adapted to the revised schedules and here we are: planning for our continued operations and the many challenges ahead. In these days of government funding shortfalls, crises, layoffs and programs being eliminated, it is gratifying to have navigated through this first year, and to have your support to keep REACH going and accessible for our students.


While there is much work to do, here are a few highlights:

• Since we began fundraising in October 2010, we have raised over $15,000.
• All students in need of financial support have received scholarships and fee waivers to cover the cost of program enrollment.
• We were able to purchase new pedal exerciser equipment to support students in our mobility and fitness skills programs. 

Your support is critical for REACH to provide our services and expertise to everyone in our community who is in need. Quite simply, we would not be able to offer financial support, maintain or update our equipment, or retain our excellent staff without private support like yours. We ask you to continue to include REACH in your charitable giving plans this year. The staff here at REACH wants to thank you again for your trust and support.

Sincerely,
Friends of REACH

At REACH, we have a picture of Mt. Everest displayed in our classroom to remind us to always reach higher. The giving levels we have created are inspired by that idea.

To learn more about REACH or make a tax-deductible donation online, please visit us at www.friendsofreach.org.