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November 2010

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We invite you to offer support to our charities and our caring supporters by frequenting the businesses in our pages and in our online directory.

Springfield CARES is a monthly magazine that has been carefully developed with three goals in mind: 1. Bring awareness of charitable foundations and the impact they make to our community. 2. Facilitate growth for local businesses by offering a print medium and online arena acknowledging charitable giving and encouraging continued support of these businesses. 3. Show we CARE by providing significant contributions to our affiliated charities. Which is why we have begun working as third party fundraisers in conjunction with American Cancer Society, United Way, Children’s Miracle Network and Big Brothers Big Sisters. We encourage you to visit our online directory to view our caring supporters in business, check out our online magazine, view videos, and get the latest on community events and fundraisers and downloadable forms.

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Children’s Miracle Network: Matthew Juliano .....6 “What Did I Just Say?” ........................................7 American Red Cross: 2010 Holiday Giving ...........8 American Cancer Society: “Quit Tobacco For Good” ........................................9 Victim Center .....................................................10 “You Get What You Ask For”..............................11 Community Partnership: “Calling All Superheroes!” ................................13 Hooked on Dance...............................................15 CMN: Making Miracles Happen .........................16 Calendar of Events .............................................18 3

Big Brothers Big Sisters: The Spirit of Giving and Gratitiude.....................20 CMN: Post Event Wrap-Ups................................22 CMN: Upcoming Events .....................................22 Lutheran Family Services: Celebrating Adoption, Growing Hope ....................................................24 Making Strides for Breast Cancer Walk ..............26 American Cancer Society: Prostate Survivor and Wife Give Back ................28 Games................................................................29 A Taste of Victory 2010.......................................30

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whatdid I just

say?

By Cara Trask

We laugh about the things children say sometimes…. But what

If you are a parent, you

about those things we find ourselves saying to our children?

know exactly what I mean.

Since I can remember I have wanted children. I had a doll on my

Things like, “Honey, get that rock out of your nose!” or, “Son, don’t

hip since I could walk. Born a little mother, I would dream about

smother your sister with the pillow.” How about, “Babe, the pup-

a little girl calling out mama and running to me, playing dress up,

pies legs don’t bend that way.” Or my favorite, “Get off the roof,

and teaching her to read.

I didn’t mean to rake those leaves!”

It’s funny how you can never prepare yourself for the true fun re-

The things that come out of my mouth make me laugh out loud.

ality of raising children. No matter how much ‘stuff’ you prepare

I am in amazement that such things ever needed to be said. I get

yourself with, in the end, it’s you that does the real work. That

a constant kick out of it. What about you? As a parent, aunt, un-

constant pull for attention, their innocent view on life, so many

cle, grandparent, sister, brother or babysitter, do you find yourself

things put them in amusing situations. It seems I find myself say-

saying some very silly things? I would love to hear about them! Email

ing things I never would have thought possible. What do I mean?

me at cara@goicare.com include only first names and the age of the child you were speaking to. Check for them in the March issue 2011.

Seems I find myself saying things I never would have thought possible...”Get off the roof, I didn’t mean to rake those leaves!”

There is never a dull moment when children are involved. Though I couldn’t have imagined the things involved in raising children, being a mother has been better than I could have dreamed, and a lot funnier! Lets give thanks to the beauty, honesty and innocent nature of our children.

2010 Holiday Giving:

A Great Way to Help Neighbors During the Holiday Season! The holiday season is a time of hope, and a gift to the Red Cross provides hope when the next disaster strikes, when a neighbor’s house burns down, when someone needs life-saving blood or when a child needs a hug and a blanket. The Red Cross online gift catalogue at www.redcross.org/gifts features more than 20 gift ideas – like assisting someone in the military with a phone card or supplies, providing food and shelter to a disaster victim, or giving basic necessities to a family in another country. Please consider “giving a gift that saves the day” for those in need.

Greater Ozarks Chapter and Pitney Bowes Invite Public to Send a “Touch of Home” to Service Members, Veterans and Family Members this Holiday Season Send a touch of home this holiday season to members of our U.S. Armed Forces, veterans and their families, many of whom will be far away from home and serving in harms way this holiday season. Even if you don’t know anyone in the military, Red Cross workers will distribute your cards to service members in communities across the country. The Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign is a way for Americans to help spread much-needed holiday cheer and thanks to these real heroes of America and their families. All cards must be received no later than Dec. 7, 2010 to ensure they can be distributed this holiday season. Please do not enclose any items with the holiday cards. Mail cards to: Holiday Mail for Heroes P. O. Box 5456 Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456

quit

tobacco for good! Fortunately, tobacco users have more tools than ever to help them quit. If you want to quit, the American Cancer Society can help. Through our telephone and Web-based Quit For Life® Program operated by Free & Clear, we can provide you with a trained coach who can help you develop a plan to quit for good. The American Cancer Society also encourages tobacco users to set the Great American Smokeout® – November 18 this year – as the day they make a plan to quit. In addition, the Society helps companies help their employees stay well by offering Freshstart®, a group-based tobacco cessation program designed to help participants plan a successful quit attempt by providing essential information, skills for coping with cravings, and group support. For more information on the Freshstart program, visit acsworkplacesolutions.com/freshstart.asp.

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Most people know that using tobacco can cause lung cancer, but

of expensive cigarettes, you’ll also be saving money – and

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cluding cancer of the mouth, voice box (larynx), throat, esophagus,

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ease to stroke. And there is no safe way to use tobacco. Cigars, pipes, and spit and other types of smokeless tobacco all pose serious health risks. 9

When children initially enter Nancy Cooper’s office, the first things they usually see are the toys, the sandbox, the dress-up costumes, the art easel, and a variety of games. It’s a fun room and perhaps a dream-come-true for those under the age of 12. But the sobering reality for Nancy, a children’s therapist at The Victim Center, is that these children are not just coming to her for fun playtime. They are seeing Nancy because of a violent or sexual crime that occurred in their lives. One such little girl, Beth, was only four-years-old when she first started coming to Nancy for therapy. Beth was a victim of child sexual abuse, and like many people, she did NOT want to talk about what had happened to her. Slowly and skillfully, Nancy was able to bring out the best in Beth, helping the little girl to overcome effects of the violent crime committed against her. Over the years, Nancy continued to provide therapy and advocacy to Beth as-needed, even while Beth began facing the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood.

Beth was also trying to seek justice for the crimes committed against her, and Nancy played an instrumental role in helping Beth navigate the criminal justice system. Now an adult, Beth has graduated from college and is living a happy and productive life – giving much of the credit to Nancy. Beth eventually moved out-of-state, and so it was a great surprise to Nancy when Beth was the featured speaker at The Victim Center’s Annual Breakfast of Hope in April 2009. Nancy was being honored for her 20 years of service at the agency, and Beth gave a poignant speech to attendees about the impact Nancy has made on her life. “Thank you for being such a positive and constant part of my life,” Beth said about Nancy. “If it wasn’t for the therapy I received through you and The Victim Center, I wouldn’t be who I am today!” Beth is a survivor. Her story is one of positive outcomes, yet she is just one of many children in our community impacted by Nancy’s long-term work at The Victim Center. “Thank you so much for everything you’ve done to help heal and reunite our family,” another client once wrote to Nancy in a thank-you letter. “You have been an angel during our storm, and you will always be appreciated!” 10

you

get what you

ask for

By Sharna Rittmaster

As you read in last month’s scuba article, I have lived with Arthritis since I was 2.5 years old. I was never left alone and I always had to rely on others for help. Arthritis stole my childhood, which forced me to grow up quicker than I should have. I was an instant adult thinking about grown up problems. But that’s a story for another time. When I attended High School, I started noticing a new world filled with boys and cars. All my classmates were driving and having fun. A few friends would invite me along but we always had to take my walker in their car. Because I constantly felt like a burden, it was just easier to stay home. I dreamed of my own transportation but knew it wasn’t possible.

There was a lot to be accomplished in order for me to receive my customized van and this article isn’t long enough to describe it all. It took another 2 years dealing with the State and Driving Systems Inc, the company who was modifying my van, before I even received “Big Blue” in 1997. All my friends at dSi are my heroes for designing my van. “Big Blue” gives me so much more freedom and independence than I ever thought possible. I love every minute of driving. It opened up a whole new world for me. So from that life moment, I saw that anything really is possible, you just have to ask the right people the right questions and push for what you want.

When I was 17 years old, we asked the therapist if I could ever drive. We were told it could happen. We contacted the Department of Rehabilitation and they informed me I would need to be evaluated to determine my ability to drive. We drove up to the Los Angeles area to start the long process. On this first day I was given a strength exam, hearing test, and a cognitive evaluation. A few months later we returned to meet Cathy, a driving instructor, who introduced me to a Ford van and stated we were going for a drive. I was strapped to a chair and pushed up to the steering wheel and told to start the van. I was confused. I didn’t know how to drive. What was she asking me to do? She instructed me how to start the van. Thus began one of the most memorable days of my life. I was smiling from ear to ear as I drove 10 mph in their parking lot. The “training” continued for several sessions so they could determine if they would allow me to drive. A year later I was sitting with Mom at Marie Calendars eating lunch while resting my arms from an earlier driving session. Cathy spotted us, sat down and announced that I passed. I couldn’t believe my ears! The State had just accepted me and I was going to have my own car! My very own transportation!

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When you think of Superheroes, do you remember the imaginary characters of books or TV, and how you pretended to save the world? Do you remember that special teacher, whose encouragement contributed to your future success? How about the fireman or policeman who helped your family in a time of peril? What about the unsung hero, such as a grandparent or family friend, who touched your life in many small ways but whose impact was immense? And you can’t forget your parents, who supported you every step of the way?

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What if we could reach out to children and showcase all the heroes in their lives? Our children would see that all these superheroes – real or imaginary - have important attributes (honesty, integrity, empathy …) but no superhero has all of them. After all, Batman doesn’t fly! Children can experience that they too can be superheroes using their own individual gifts and talents. So on January 15, 2011, Community Partnership is “Calling All Superheroes,” to join in a fun-filled celebration for children primarily ages 4-10 and their parent, grandparent or special adult. This event will focus on all the superheroes in a child’s life and will be held from 10 am to 2 pm at the new O’Reilly Family Event Center on the Drury Campus.

fun and positive experience is had by all. Our League of Superheroes, “Our Sponsors,” will be recognized at the event for their support of Community Partnership, a non-profit whose mission is to build resilient children, healthy families, and strong communities.

Children will enjoy lots of fun, interactive hands-on activities with the superhero in their life, YOU, and with real-life superheroes from our community. The cost to attend is $50.00 for one child and one adult, and includes a superhero lunch and a special powerpak for each child. Each additional attendee is $25.00. Children can come dressed as their favorite superhero or they may create a costume at the event for a small fee. Special scheduled activities will occur throughout the day that you and your little superhero will not want to miss, like joining in the Parade of Superheroes. 13

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Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO) celebrated its tenth anniversary in style at Hooked on Dance, BCFO's annual gala, held October 1 at University Plaza Convention Center. The "Diamonds are Forever" theme set the James Bond theme and the spirit of the evening. Over 1,000 guests dined and danced, with this year's event setting the record for participation and revenue raised for the cause. Hooked on Dance raised $570,000 gross in support of its mission through sponsorships and a live auction, which featured a trip to Italy, an Irish feast in the home of Charlie and Mary Beth O'Reilly and a stunning Hearts on Fire pendant donated by Maxon's Jewelers. BCFO provides help and hope to local women impacted by breast cancer. This support comes in real and practical ways, from new tires on a vehicle to transport someone to daily radiation treatment to the payment of mortgage and utility bills for a patient unable to work. BCFO also provides free screening mammmograms through eleven area hospital contracts. On October 1, Mary Beth O'Reilly announced the Charlie and Mary Beth O'Reilly Family Children's Fund. The O'Reillys offered a $200,000 matching gift and encouraged the community to participate to ease the burdens of children in the homes of families impacted by breast cancer. "Breast cancer is a family disease," stated Mary Beth. The fund will provide clothing, school supplies, orthodontic continuation, childcare, and holiday gifts for children. In 2009, 104 children were in the homes of familes participating in BCFO's Client Assistance Program.

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When Danielle was born, she was developing as a normal healthy baby. She was 6 months old when she started to lose all muscle control. Before long, she had no control over her arms, legs or head and when she was old enough to speak, she spoke in a very quiet, strained whisper.

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White has done. Megan’s biggest love in life is dancing. She is a member of a competitive dance team and she wants to be a dance choreographer when she gets older. However her family received news that put Megan’s dancing and dreams on hold.

The doctor’s had no idea what was wrong with her and for 6 years, she was misdiagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Muscular Dystrophy. She was completely wheelchair bound and dependent on her parents for everything.

On Mother’s Day, 2007, Megan was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer in her kidneys called Wilms tumor. There are only five stages of cancer with five being the worst. By the time the

During the summer of 2005, with help from Children’s Miracle Network of CoxHealth, Danielle and her family traveled to the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota where they hoped for a miracle. A miracle is exactly what they got! Three days after they had returned to Springfield, the doctor called them and told them that Danielle has L-Dopa Responsive Dystonia, which is like a childhood form of Parkinson’s, and it is treatable.

tumor was detected the cancer had already spread to her lungs. Despite the cancer and the harsh chemotherapy and radiation treatments, Megan has continued to have a positive attitude. She has also continued to do the one thing she loves the most, dance. With a needle in one arm, tubes in her nose and a bag of medicine attached to her chest, Megan stood up and danced

In June 2007, Danielle and her family traveled back the Mayo Clinic for surgery on both of her hips. The doctors reformed her hip joints and after six weeks in a body cast and a few weeks of healing and rest, Danielle was able to start therapy again at the CoxHealth Meyer Center. Danielle has overcome unbelievable odds and has shown her strength and determination in a way her and her parents never dreamed.

in her hospital bed only days after her first surgery. Even in the midst of chemotherapy and radiation you will find Megan dancing. Megan’s outlook on life and her incredible level of optimism are inspirational. Megan displays wisdom and patience in deal-

Since her surgery, now 10 years old, Danielle is able to walk, run, and play with her friends. She is now able to write and take notes during class on her own. Her favorite thing about having the surgery is now being like “the regular kids,” being able to participate in gym class and learning to ride a bike. Danielle still has a long road ahead of her, but she continues to improve and continues to get stronger each and every day.

ing with her cancer that defy her age and prove extraordinary strength. Your donations allowed Megan and her family to travel to Memphis where Megan received treatment. Thanks to generous donors like you, Megan has now been cancer free for 2 years!

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Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals:

Donor Thank You

• Provide $2.5 billion in charity care each year • Treat 98% of all children needing heart or lung transplants • 72% of children with pediatric AIDS • Treat 88% of all children with cancer • 76% of all children with cystic fibrosis • Treat 90% of all children with sickle cell anemia • Devote 60% of services to children under age six and 25% to newborns

We would like to thank the donors that have supported us by donating over $50,000 each during Telethon year 2010 which includes June 2009May 2010. Without our sponsors and supporters, we would not be able to help the local children that we help.

Care Children’s Miracle Network hospitals provide state-of-the-art medical care to address the unique health needs of children from childsized surgical equipment to neonatal incubators and the world’s top pediatric specialists.

Research Critical pediatric research is conducted at Children’s Miracle Network hospitals in areas such as cancer, cystic fibrosis, heart surgery, organ transplants and pediatric AIDS. The research is improving treatment options and saving children’s lives.

Education Children’s Miracle Network hospitals keep millions of kids out of the hospital each year through community outreach and prevention programs such as bicycle safety, healthy eating, Shaken Baby education, asthma clinics and immunizations.

C.A.R.E. Mobile

Thank You!

Holiday Donations With our changing economy, donations are necessary to insure our local children receive the care they need. With

• Provide $2.5 billion in charity care each year • The C.A.R.E. Mobile provides 15,000 medical encounters every year • The clinic provides care for the ever-increasing Hispanic population in Monett, Verona, Pierce City, Aurora, Cassville, and Purdy. • It costs Children’s Miracle Network $500,000 a year to keep the C.A.R.E. Mobile on the road; that averages out to more than $40,000 a month. • In 1996, a visit to the doctor’s office for a checkup (not including vaccinations, hearing, or vision screenings) cost $45. Now, that same visit costs $74 – an increase of 66%. All services on the C.A.R.E. Mobile are provided free of charge. • Of the children seen on the C.A.R.E. Mobile, 45% are on Medicaid, 45% are uninsured, and 10% are insured.

the holidays approaching, your donations are more important than ever to our Miracle Kids. When making your holiday donations, please consider the children we serve, and the difficulties their families are facing during the holiday season. 100% of the money you give will go directly to help local children, and will fulfill a need these families have during the holidays. You can make your donation at www.coxhealth.com.

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November 2010

19 6:00pm-9:00pm Big Brothers Big Sisters - Patron's Party at Springfield Brewing Company

9:00am: Shelby's Run #4 - Shelby’s Run #4 Saturday, November 20, 2010 9:00 AM Presented by Clever Schools and Educational Community Credit Union Register today! A 1 Mile Walk/Run, 5K or 10K. All races begin and end at Clever Middle School, 401 W. Inman Street For more information contact: Teresa Hanafin 743-4850 www.clever.k12.mo.us

8:30am: 9th Annual Parkinson’s 5K - Pershing Middle School 2120 S. Ventura Springfield, MO For more information contact: Monty Montgomery 869-0990, 818-1490 mont_truck_trailer@yahoo.com

8:00am: Strong Kids - Benefit Run for STRONG KIDS Financial Assistance Program on November 20TH Pre-register by November 13! For more information contact Monica Morris at mmorris@ozarkmtnymca.org or 417-337-YMCA (9622) Ozark Mountain Family YMCA

November 20

6:00pm Habitat For Humanity of Springfield –Tool Belts & Bow Ties. This “creative black tie” event is a fun-filled evening of delicious food, live music, and both live and silent auctions – featuring custom-built playhouses. Join us Friday, at the University Plaza Convention Center, and help support the Habitat mission. If you would like more information on donating or attending Tool Belts & Bow Ties, please visit our website at www.habitatspringfieldmo.org or call 417.829.4001

November 19

6:00pm: Lutheran Family & Children's Services of Missouri - Thurs, Nov. 18th: 6pm Foster/Adoption Informational Meeting at LFCS, 2130 N. Glenstone Ave. Springfield, MO 65803. Call 417/862-1972 for more information.

November 18

9:00am: Running 4 Shoes - Down by the Riverside Run "Running for Shoes" 10K / 5K / 1 Mile Run/Walk 4-H Bldg Finley River Park in Ozark, MO Contact person: All races meet at the Ozark Finley River Park 4-H Building Come run/walk our historic bridges to help buy athletic shoes for school children in Christian County. This is a great opportunity to have fun with friends and neighbors and help children in our own community! Lisa Engel 861-3461 eengel8794@aol.com

7:00am: Children's Miracle Network - South Holiday Craft Sale. Cox South Main Lobby Craft sale featuring handcrafted items.

November 27

8:00 am: Turkey Trot - 16th Annual Turkey Trot (5K) Rain, Snow or SHINE! Springfield Exposition Center, 635 E. St. Louis st. Springfield, MO For more information contact: Maria Johnston 837-5817, 8641049, 829-0896rg www.parkboard.

7:30am: Thanksgiving Streetmeet 5K/100M - 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Street Meet 5K / 100m. At the RRS on 3057 S. Fremont, Springfield, MO For more information contact: 882-5590 ridge1@mchsi.com www.ridgerunnersports.com

November 25

7:00am: Children's Miracle Network - Walnut Lawn Scrub Sale. Ozark Room Cox Walnut Lawn Variety of scrubs for sale!

7:00am: Children's Miracle Network - South Thanksgiving Food Sale. Cox South Main Lobby Food sale featuring pies, breads, cakes, desserts, and more! All great to take along to Thanksgiving gatherings!

November 23

2:00pm: Big Brothers Big Sisters - Main Event at the Shrine Mosque, 1:00pm-2:00pm VIP Reception, 2:00pm-5:00pm doors open to the distributors! Find out more on the Beerfest Facebook Page.

November 21

For more details please visit www.goicare.com and view our online calendar. If you have a charitable event coming up, please email us at events@goicare.com.

8:00am: Brain Injury Awareness Run - 1 Mile Fun Run / Walk - $5.00 5K - $15 / 10K - $17 in advance, $20 day Register no later than 1 November 2010 to ensure you receive a t- shirt on race day. All participants of walk & run will receive a t-shirt. Registration is required! For more info contact: John J. Klay john.klay@gmail.com 417-766-1079

November 13

10:00pm: Run to the Lights - Run to the Lights, 5K run/walk at Silver Dollar City benefiting The Caring People For more information contact: Cinda Bauer 334-0131 cinda@thecaringpeople.com www.ozarkraces.com/

5:00pm: Lutheran Family & Children's Services of Missouri - Fri, Nov. 12th: 5-8pm "Celebrating Adoption" at Incredible Pizza Company. $15 for a buffet meal, drink, and $12 game card. For every coupon redeemed, LFCS will receive a $5 donation.

November 12

6:45am: Big Brothers Big Sisters - Bass Pro Outdoor Fitness Festival. Help Big Brothers Big Sisters by volunteering for the Fitness Festival! Visit www.bigbro.com for a registration form!

November 7

7:30am: Central Bible College - Central Bible College 5K for more information contact: Kathy Arnett karnett@cbcag.edu 833-2551, ext. 1207

7:00am: Rally to Remember - Race day is November 6, 2010, at the El Dorado Springs High School gym on Park St. Registration will start at 7:00 a.m. and the race will start at 8 a.m. Call for questions or directions. rpurdom@mail.eldo.k12.mo.us or (417) 876-7113 vhillsman@mail.eldo.k12.mo.us or (417) 876-7126

7:00am: The ROCC - Time for Harvest! 5k run/walk Pre-registration • $15 per person • $20 per person on race day • T-Shirt given to all runners Registration begins at 7:00am. Race horn at 8:00am. Race begins and ends on Seymour Square

November 6:

6:30 pm: Lutheran Family & Children's Services of Missouri - Fri, Nov. 5th: 6:30pm "Adopting Hope: Gala and Auction" at the Tower Club. $75 per ticket..

November 5:

November Fundraising Event s by Date

The Spirit of Giving and Gratitude shopping lists and workplace potlucks. Amid the bustle of the season, tucked there amongst the commercials and jingles, are the underlying sentiments— generosity and gratitude.

The leaves have finished changing their colors and the last of them start falling off the trees. Chilly evenings move people to pull out their favorite mugs to fill with apple cider or hot cocoa. Parents wrap their children in scarves and mittens as they send them off to the bus stop.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks keeps centered on giving throughout the year. With so many caring volunteers, donors, Board Members, and staff, the agency is continually amazed and grateful for the generosity of its supporters. More than 1,400 children benefit from Big Brothers Big Sisters’ programs throughout the year. This wouldn’t be possible without such an incredible community. So as you settle into a season of overstuffed arm chairs and crackling fires, Big Brothers Big Sisters would like to share some thoughts with you.

The holidays are here. The stores gear up with their decorations and sale ads; offices plan for their holiday parties; and everyone starts thinking of

Helping Families through Christmas Angels

Each winter, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks organizes Christmas An-

Support of Springfield Businesses

Free bowling, discounted meals, inexpensive arcade prices—these are

gels, a program that offers individuals, businesses, organizations, or clubs

just a few of the things that our Bigs and Littles enjoy. In an effort to keep

the opportunity to adopt a family for the holidays. Donors choose the size

costs low for volunteers, but to still keep the matches entertained, Big

of the family they can sponsor, and then purchase gifts for each family

Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks reached out to the community, and the community reached back. Dozens of area businesses offer deals to our Bigs and Littles who are looking for something to do together. Matches have free unlimited admission to Dickerson Park Zoo and the YMCA; they get discounts at Jump Mania, Firehouse Pottery, Casey at Bat, and more; they frequently get free tickets to Springfield Cardinals games, the Springfield Little Theatre, and other local events; and many restaurants offer matches lower prices. Thanks to a hand up from the community, Bigs and Littles spend quality time together with little or no expense.

A Big Thank You From a Little

member, typically spending approximately $100 per individual. The agency provides the donors with the family’s biography and wish list, and works with other local organizations to ensure that services are not duplicated. Because of donors’ generosity, in 2009, more than 100 children woke up on Christmas morning to find gifts under the tree. The families and children that receive assistance from the Christmas Angels program come from a variety of backgrounds. Most are families with working parents, some with multiple jobs, that still struggle to make end meets. Each family is extremely appreciative of the program. As one mom wrote, “You will never know how much we appreciate all that you have done for us and our children. They are really good kids and they do deserve more than we can give, so we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” Big Brothers Big Sisters and the families it serves are continually overwhelmed by the kindness of Southwest Missouri. For details, contact Erin Jaeger at 889-9136.

Upcoming Events

Gifts with a Lasting Impact – Youth Opportunity Tax Credits

As a nonprofit, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks is continually organizing events to raise money and awareness about the agency. Each fundraiser seems to bring out more of the kindness and compassion of the individuals here in Southwest Missouri.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks is proud to offer State of Missouri Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) Tax Credits to our contributors. Big Brothers Big Sisters has $12,500 in credits which will leverage $25,000 in contributions to support the mission of providing children with positive adult role models.

Here are just three upcoming events that the organization is looking forward to:

Big Brothers Big Sisters’ contributors receive 50% of their monetary contribution in tax credits for up to a 5 year carry-forward to offset their Missouri state tax liability. These tax credits are a benefit to the contributor, as well as to the community, as it keeps the tax dollars local.

Baking a Difference On Monday, November 8th, 2010, visit The Cup at 345 East Walnut to purchase a cupcake. Ten percent of all proceeds from cupcake sales for the day will go to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks. Pre-sales are included in this promotion, so make your holiday orders on the 8th!

YOP Tax Credits are available through December 31, 2010. Please contact Gretchen Gambon, Development Director, at ggambon@bigbro.com or 417.889.9136.

Beerfest

These grants are awarded to organizations that have success in addressing the “Red Flag” issues cited in the 2009 Community Focus Report for Springfield-Greene County. Some red flags include the generational issues of poverty, child abuse and neglect, and school readiness. By placing a positive, caring adult mentor in the life of an at-risk child, Big Brothers Big Sisters helps children build and sustain long-lasting relationships while receiving direction and support that will make a life-long impact.

Start Something. Give a Gift with Double the Impact Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks is honored to have been awarded $5,000 a matching grant from Community Foundation of the Ozarks through the Metropolitan Springfield Red-Flag Response Grants.

This month, the Springfield community will have a chance to sample a wide variety of micro and craft brews at Ozarks Beerfest. The two-day event kicks off with a Patron’s Party on Saturday, November 20th (6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) at the Springfield Brewing Company, with the main event being held at the Shrine Mosque on Sunday, November 21st with a VIP reception from (1:00-2:00) and open to the public (2:00-5:00 p.m.).

Community Foundation of the Ozarks will match funds, dollar-for-dollar that are donor designated through the grant. If you would like to make the most of your gift and make double the impact, please contact Gretchen Gambon, Director of Development, at ggambon@bigbro.com or 417.889.9136. Help Start Something for vulnerable child in the Ozarks.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Extends its Gratitude

The public has an option to purchase a VIP ticket and gain access to the Patron’s Party and early admission to Ozarks Beerfest. VIP tickets can be purchased for $50 and main event tickets can be purchased for $25 in advance or $30 at the door. All proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks.

When the gifts are given, the wrapping paper strewn over the floor, the important things will remain. The children with smiling faces, happy that Santa has not forgotten them; the volunteer that takes her Little to the zoo for the first time; the funds that support the programs that support the kids. These are the things that last. So thank you. Thank you to each person who has supported the agency—by sponsoring an event, by playing ball with a child, by sharing its mission—thank you.

Diamond in the Rough

Support Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks

Diamond in the Rough Poker Tournament is coming up on Friday, December 3rd in the Diamond Room from 8:00pm11:00pm. This event is put on by the Cole Hamels Foundation and all proceeds will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks. For more information visit http://www.thehamelsfoundation.org/events.

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks operates largely from the generosity of its community. Last year the organization served over 1,400 children. In order to continue to sustain and grow the programs that serve the children of Southwest Missouri, we are continually seeking community support, through the gifts of time and/or funding. If you are interested in helping the children of the community, please contact the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks office at 417-8899136. 21

PAST EVENT WRAP-UPS Dance Bear • A • Thon On October 8th at 7pm hundreds of Missouri State students gathered together at Hammons Student Center to participate in the fourth annual Dance Bear-A-Thon. These students danced for 12 hours straight in honor of children with special medical needs and raised over $22,000 for Children’s Miracle Network. A special thanks to Missouri State and the students that worked so hard to make this event successful and for their commitment to children’s healthcare throughout the Ozarks!

Peregrine Golf Tournament On Thursday, September 23, Peregrine Corporation held its

grine Corporation is a locally owned company that meets

annual “Little Child Golf Tournament” to benefit Children’s

the needs of their customers by providing quality promo-

Miracle Network and Pregnancy Care Center. Children’s Mir-

tional products and service at affordable prices and is a

acle Network received over $1,300 from the tournament to

proud supporter of Children’s Miracle Network.

help meet the medical needs of children in the Ozarks! Pere-

UPCOMING EVENTS Norb and Ann Bagley have embarked on their bicycle ride across the country to benefit Children’s Miracle Network! They just entered their 5th state – Texas. They have had many adventures along the way, and met many interesting and nice people! They have raised over $8,500 so far, and they’re not finished yet! You can keep up with their progress at coast2coast4cmn.blogspot.com, as well as make a donation if you would like! We wish them a safe and exciting trip!

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Celebrating Adoption, Growing Hope November is National Adoption Month Last December, John and Rachel prayed for a Christmas miracle. For eight months, they had been waiting to adopt an infant through Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS). It was now getting close to Christmas, and the family had almost given up hope that their Christmas miracle would happen. John and Rachel continued to pray, and then got a call from their social worker saying that a birth mother had selected them as the adoptive family for her baby boy who was due in late December. John and Rachel rejoiced with the good news! For nine long days, they waited by the phone to hear of their future son’s birth, anticipating the day that they could bring him home and become his forever family. Soon after Malakai’s birth, John and Rachel got to meet their son for the first time. They felt overwhelmed with tears of joy and amazement, as they held him and knew that he was their Christmas miracle! Just like John and Rachel, LFCS helps match adoptive families with children who wait every day for their forever family. During the month of November, LFCS celebrates National Adoption Month and honors adoptees, adoptive families, and birth parents. It is estimated that over sixty-five percent of Americans have been touched by adoption through their own family or through close friends. Last year, over 300 children in southwest Missouri found their forever family through the miracle of adoption. However, it is estimated that 2,000 children currently await adoptive families in the state of Missouri. You can make the difference in the life of a child by becoming an adoptive family! Please contact LFCS with your adoption questions. LFCS provides adoption services for domestic and inter-country, as well as adoption through the state’s foster care system. They also provide child welfare services for 28 counties in southwest Missouri, including crisis and unplanned pregnancy counseling by professional social workers; adoption services for domestic and inter-country adoptions; and foster and

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training. Services are open to anyone regardless of age, faith, gender, national origin, or race. 24

BELLY DANCE & HULA HOOP Exercise Classes

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It’s hard to put into words how it felt to watch so many people come together to make strides toward a world where breast cancer can’t affect our mothers, grandmothers, wives, sisters, daughters, brothers, husbands, and friends. We had 4,500 amazing walkers and raised $115,000. Way to go!

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Prostate Survivor and Wife It was nearly five months ago that Art and Constance Woods were fighting for Art’s life; but today, they are helping others fight cancer. In the spring of 2010, Art was diagnosed with prostate cancer. His physician recommended that he undergo surgery in Springfield, MO – a treatment facility 40 miles outside of town. Unsure of the side-effects of surgery, combined with the physical and emotional toll of traveling, Art decided to contact the American Cancer Society to learn more about its Guest Room program – a lodging assistance program for patients traveling to treatment. Art and Constance were provided a room at a local hotel only 10 minutes from the hospital. “The accommodations at La Quinta Inn were an absolute blessing. The facility and staff were wonderful,” said Art. “We were able to arrive in Springfield the evening before and enjoy a relaxing evening prior to my procedure. My wife was able to stay the evening after my surgery and return well rested the next morning. I was released that afternoon and we spent the night to see how I would fare outside of the hospital.” Today, Art is cancer-free and giving back. “We felt so blessed with what the American Cancer Society did for us, we wanted to give back and help others,” said Constance. Shortly after Art’s surgery, Art and Constance volunteered to become Road to Recovery volunteer drivers. As volunteer drivers, Art and Constance will help area cancer patients access cancer treatment by driving them to the treatment facility and back home again.

American Cancer Society Guest Room Program Cancer patients often receive their treatments as outpatients at spe-

availability,” said Scott. “We recognize that Springfield cancer facili-

cialized treatment centers, located many miles from their homes. The

ties serve a very large population spread out over much of our region,

Guest Room Program is a cooperative effort between the American

and that the Guest Room program helps to facilitate the high level of

Cancer Society and local hotels to provide overnight accommodations

care many patients receive here.”

to cancer patients who have traveled a significant distance from their

To be eligible for the program a patient must have a diagnosis of can-

homes to receive treatment.

cer, be ambulatory, live more than 30 miles from his or her treatment

Scott Warren, general manager for the Sleep Inn Medical District said

center and be referred by the treating physician or social worker. All

their hotel participates in the American Cancer Society’s Guest Room

accommodations are subject to availability and restrictions set by the

program because they have been directly affected or know someone

participating hotels and motels.

who has been affected by a cancer diagnosis.

To learn more about the Guest Room Program and its eligibility re-

“Such a life changing event usually has a drastic, negative impact on

quirements, contact your American Cancer Society at 800-227-2345.

patient and family finances. Our local ownership group has been kind enough to assist the American Cancer Society by providing patients needing an overnight stay a room with us based upon need and hotel

RUNAWAY MATH Solve the runaway math puzzle by putting back the pieces that ran away. Equations are formed horizontally from left to right and vertically from up to down.

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