Boys and Girls Country News Volume 41, Issue 1, Winter 2012
Inside... Pages 2-3 Message from the Executive Director You're Invited to A Vision for Children! An exciting opportunity
Meet our newest college graduate! We are bursting with pride and happiness for Jason, who graduated in December with a Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics! He worked hard and persevered through many obstacles. We know that the sky is the limit for this determined young man.
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Jason joined our family in 1993, when he was 12 years old. He loves animals and he loved living on the ranch. In 2001, we cheered for him as he graduated from high school, and last month, we were there as he walked across the stage for his diploma from Texas Tech University!
More Highlights from 2011 Thank you for making our 40th year one for the record books! In April, we completed our Growing for the Future capital campaign, and the campus improvements – including our playgrounds! – that were made possible by this campaign have given our children a place to learn and play…with room to grow. In May, our kids set a new record for the campus average GPA – a 3.3...Wow!
18806 Roberts Road Hockley, Texas 77447 (281) 351-4976 Fax: (281) 351-4978 info@boysandgirlscountry.org
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Above left: Our kids love "hanging out" on the playgrounds. Left: Mr. Lou with our A Honor Roll kids from last year.
Message from the Executive Director As we turned the calendar page from 2011 to 2012, I felt as if our 40th year was as exciting as that first year must have been. In each case we celebrated an important benchmark and the many accomplishments of our children and young adults. The mission from 40 years ago is the same as the mission today, providing a “Christian home environment [and] raising [our children] to become self-sustaining and contributing adults.” “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11) At least twice each year and sometimes three times a year, we meet with each of our kids and their families for a “Plan of Service,” and we review “the plans for good….to give you a future and a hope.” We start every Plan of Service meeting with our kids by reading this scripture. We then discuss how it relates to each child and each family. Very often the children’s families are present at the meeting, either in person or via conference call. We had 286 of those meetings in 2011 and read those lines 286 times. That’s a lot of meetings and we all work hard to make them the priority in our schedules. I always wish those who support us could sit in on these plans. It’s here that each of our children gets to reflect upon their progress and each parent gets to report on the progress they have seen in their child. We briefly celebrate that progress then make our new plans for the future. These goals eventually turn into a “Roadmap” for our children as they prepare to graduate from high school, and the Roadmap leads them from the room they are sitting in to the place they want to be 10 years from now. Goals are set. Benchmarks are measured. Next steps are initiated and the final plan is written down and signed by all in attendance. These plans truly bring “a future and a hope.” In 1993, we started such plans with 12-year-old Jason. He quickly showed an appreciation for animals and the ranch. He graduated from Waller High School in the class of 2001 and began his Roadmap. One of the important, unique parts of Boys and Girls Country is that we, like parents, see high school graduation as a beginning, not an ending. Most residential programs for kids end with high school graduation. Not at Boys and Girls Country! After completing high school, Jason continued to work with his Boys and Girls Country family to make progress. He received a technical degree in Agribusiness, had an entry level job in Abilene and even worked on our ranch for a while. He eventually returned to our Jason and Mr. Quintes, who remembers College and Career Program on the 2920 Campus and in 2009 he Jason's first day at Boys and Girls Country transferred from community college to Texas Tech University. Last and has mentored him ever since. You’re invited to take a tour of our Home and learn more about the children we serve and how your support helps us to raise them. Bring only an open heart and a friend. We’d like to host at least ten people at each of our upcoming sessions*:
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A Vision for Children Saturday, March 3 10:00-11:00 am.
Everyone is welcome!
You do not need to RSVP, but if you would like for us to know you’re coming, please visit our website at www.boysandgirlscountry.org and click on "Register Now". You can also find future Vision for Children dates on the site under “Events”.
* After March, Vision for Children will resume in June. The first Saturday in May is our Spring Festival, also a great way to learn more about our Home! See the back cover for more information or visit www.2012springfestival.org
month, Jason earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics, and we’re not done yet! We will continue to be Jason’s family and support system through his job search and for as long as he desires. Just like you would do in your family. That’s what Mr. Tommy and Ms. Jean Robinson had in mind 40 years ago. Your support makes that happen. Just as Ms. Jean frequently reminds me “Lou, remember that it all started with a $25 donation, no contribution is too small and no effort to help is too little.” “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” This year, we will continue to stand upon this promise for each one of our children, and we thank you for helping us care for our kids.
Lou Palma Executive Director
Going once...going twice...Sold! Sneak Preview of Boys and Girls Country Designer Showhouse and Auction Fundraisers Boys and Girls Country is partnering with William W. Stubbs & Associates interior design firm, Martha Turner Properties and Morton Kuehnert Auctioneers & Appraisers, all of Houston, for a spring Designer Showhouse and Auction fundraiser package. Plans are underway for choosing a contemporary house listed by Martha Turner Properties that will be decorated by Stubbs & Associates. The furnishings of the house will be auctioned by Tricia Kuehnert-Gillespy of Morton Kuehnert. All proceeds of the auction will benefit the children of Boys and Girls Country. Dates and details will be announced soon, and we will post them on our website, www.boysandgirlscountry.org. Stay tuned!
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A Very Merry Christmas! We are grateful to everyone who made Christmas possible for our children! Because of support from friends like you, our children had a Christmas full of joy, wonder, love, and memories that will last a lifetime. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you all!
Sherry: "Welcome to Cottage 3!" Florence Abercia Susanne S. Adams All-Star Martial Arts Frank and Wanda Allen Lester and Linda Allison Rob Andrews Jeff and Ashley Arora Daniel and Lindsay Arrant Roger and Cheri Arras Jennifer Arriaga Bob Ashwander Brandy Arsuaga ATSI Business Communications Systems Kirby Attwell AVEVA, Inc Loretta Barrett Dr. and Mrs. Dennis Beck Claire Beeler and Albert Reagan Clark, Jr. Kelly Bell James and LaNell Benge Howard and Joan Bermel George and Betsy Bisset Paul and Debbie Blackshear Donald Blair Robert and Anna Blome Rod and Elaine Boane Joyce Boatright George and Bette Bobbitt Steve and Jan Bosworth Boy Scout Troop # 533 - Good Shepherd Church Robert and Bernice Bradfield Morris A. Brassfield J. Carter Breed Betty Brewster Johnny Briley Lawrence Brock
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Brothers Pizza Parlor Cynthia and Stephen Brown Stanley C. and June Brown Thomas and Carol Brown James Bryant and Patricia Emory Wilkinson Brittany Turner-Bucklew Gerald and Shana Burger Carrie Burt Les and Debbie Burton Mark and Sandra Byrd William Campbell Barry A. and Sharon L. Campbell Ms. Joe Cantrell Karen and Jack D. Carlson Family Foundation Lynn Champion Champion Forest Baptist Church Encouragers Class Stacey Hope Cheek Michele and James Christian Cinco Ranch High School National Spanish Honor Society Rev. F. Graham and Mary-Jo Cliff Kathleen H. Cole Beverly Coltharp T.R. Conner William V. Conover II Don and Linda Cook Terry and Minette Cowley Keith and Sue Cox Jason Carl and Jessica Lee Cribbs Michael and Dawna Cronin Patricia Ann and John E. Crosby III Grady Crow Kelly Cubbage Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union Cy-Fair Music and Arts Cypress Creek Christian Church Discover Class
Allea loves her Playful Pup!
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Cy-Ranch High School FFA Mary Ann Dallas Robert and Marilyn Daniel James and Mary Alice Daniel Laura Daughtrey David and Dianne Davenport David Weekly Homes Stephen Day Linda Densman Hal and Brenda Doerre Ann Dowell Rodney Eads Promila and Oommen Eapen Lurline Edwards Robert L. and Violet K. Ellis Emmanuel Episcopal Church Encouragers Class of Second Baptist Church Randy and Linda English ENGlobal Darren “Bronson” Eubanks Fairfield Baptist Church Deacon’s Class Faith West Academy Junior High Cheer Squad Kathy Falconi Rodney Faldyn David Feldman and Jacqueline Holman Dewey Fellers Justyna Ferraro Russell E. and Mildred C. Ferrell Hubert Finch Brad and Carol Fisher Terrie and Ron Fleming Jim Fletcher A Friend of Boys and Girls Country Barbara Funderburg Gallagher Law Firm Tom and Kay Gallatin Larry Gardner William Garrison Kenneth and Sandra Gilbert Mike and Patti Gilbert Mary Ann Gilchrist Brian A. and Susan McClimans Gittings Walter and Karin Gloyer Shelia and E.N. Goldman II Augustine Gonzales
Frederico Gonzales Good Shepherd United Methodist Women’s Group Darin Gosda Gospel Truth Bible Study Class Grace Circle - Bear Creek United Methodist Church Grace Circle - Lakewood United Methodist Church Grace Fellowship UMC - Disciple II Bible Study Class Larry and Kathryn Graff Doris Graham John and Sherry Gremillion James B. and Dorothy Griffin Ron D. and Belinda Griffin George and Patty Groschke Norman and Zerlene Gruenzner
Jacob and all the boys in Cottage 8 each had their own mini-Christmas trees! William and Debra Hagenbach Shannon Hall Camille Hamilton Joe B. and Edwina F. Harper George and Julie Harrell Ken Harry Lisa Hart Jeremy Hartman - Good Shepherd UMC Men’s Group Robert and Patricia Haygood Virginia Haygood Charles Helms David Hendricks Darrell Henry Patricia Herbrich Stephen and Pamela Hines Larry and Lisa Hinks Ronald and Margaret Hinn Thomas and Leslie Hix Home Improvement Class- Grace Presbyterian Church
Above: Victoria shows off her hand-painted ornament. Rudolph and Mary Jane Hood Dan and Janice Hord Houston Auto Auction Houston Firefighter’s Relief and Retirement Fund Karen Howard Mr. and Mrs. William H. Hudspeth Mark and Denise Hulse John C. and Frances W. Hunter Thomas and Maureen Hunter David and Elaine Hyatt IBC Bank Gary Inglish Mike Jackson - Lakewood UMC Men’s Group Jersey Village Baptist Church Essentials Connection Class Janet and David Johnson Teresa Jones Bob and Georgia Jones Travis and Courtney Jones J.W. and Willie Chalker Jordan JWC Publishing Robert M. and Sharon A. Keffeler Jay Kellough and Penci Brewington Carol and Donald Kidd Vickie King Walter and Shirley Ann Kirk Richard and Donna Knox Katherine Koch Harold and Pat Krause Roy and June Ladd Lakewood United Methodist Church Carl and Louise Lakey Lasagne House Maybelle Latimer Leah Circle - Lakewood United Methodist Church J. Kyle LeFevers Jerry Leffingwell Kathy Leider Herb and Cheryl Listen Judy Livingston Susan Long Penny and Paul Loyd
Cheri Lucas Mr. and Mrs. John C. Luck Scott A. Mackey Calvin and Diana Mann Gene A. and Glenna A. Marek Patricia McCarty D. Patrick and Barbara McCelvey Kim McCoy and Family Marilyn McCoy Lamar and Nancy McKay Thomas A. and Donna McWillie Merna Metz Microsoft Dynamics Bill and Barbara Miller Guy and Octavia Mitchell Reece R. and Joy Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. John Modesette Denny Moller Donald E. Moore Jim and Carolyn Moore Richard and Colleen Moreno John Robert Morris Buddy and Tara Morrison Gail C. and Kenneth W. Mose Virginia Murray National Charity League Cypress Belles Chapter National Charity League Yellow Rose Chapter Newcomers and Neighbors of Greater Houston Richard and Kathleen Noel North Cypress Hospital Northwest Women's Club Mary O’Hearne Dr. Terrance O’Keefe Mary Oliver Peggy J. O’Neal Steven J. and Pamela Osborne Ginger E. Pace William A. and Tita Paddock William R. and Jeanette N. Pakalka Sharon L. Pannel John and Nancy Parker Robert Patin Gary Patterson Tom and Patsy Patterson Paula and William Hoffman Daniel C. Peck David and Joan Peck John and Patsy Pemberton Debbie and Steven Peters Lawrence and Brenda Petru Ben and Elizabeth Pickrel Caroline Pinto Carl and Laurel Plesnicher
Richard Plessala, M.D. Post Oak Bank A.R. Prell Quadvest Sue Ractliffe Rawson International, Inc. David and Shelly Reece Carolyn M. Reedy Marva Reese Fill Regan Regional Water Corportation Richard and Linda Rentz Dennis and Cheryl Rhoads Angela Richards Don Reitz Thomas Rindos Robert Browning Society Study Club Royce R. and Patricia J. Robin Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Roff, Jr. Michael and Madonna Roth Dave and Shary Roussel Curtis and Carla Rowe Bob and Margaret Russell Jeff and Mary Sahlberg San Jacinto High Rollers Greg and Pam Sanford Gary and Janice Schessler Leonard and Sue Ann Schwantes Chuck and Rita Scianna Robbie Segler Lawrence K. Selan and Sharon K. Fortmeyer-Selan Robert and Elizabeth Shapley SIEMANS Incorporated Dan Silvestri Sim-Tex, L.P. Donna Sizemore Haynes and Sue Smith Kathleen Smith Richard Smith Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Smith Robert and Vivian J. Smith Southend Optimist Club Rex L. and Ruth Spahn Neal and Mika Spears James and Lesley Spencer St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church St. David’s Church St. Francis Episcopal Church St. Stephens Episcopal Church Elsie M. Stanko Elizabeth Harris Stephens William K. and Jennifer Stephenson Clifton C. and Elizabeth Stewart James and Paula Suchma Tallowood Baptist Church -
Seekers Department Basil and Carma Tate Samuel and Lisa Taylor Technip Teresa Teran The Found Class - Second Baptist Church The Met - Growing Covenant Sunday School Class The RWR/Carlton/Carltech Companies Thorntree Slate and Marble Cheryl Ann Tompkins Tony’s Tavern Trenegy Tube Supply Enrique and Jane Van Santen Norma and Russell Vanbiber David and Linda Vantraise Kathleen Velek Roger and Nancy Vernon Kim Veteto Howard and Alyce Ann Wagner Rosemarie Waiand Robert and Judy Waldrup Bob and Joyce Walker Sandra and Les Walker James E. Ward Pete and Marilyn Wardenburg Charlie and Melissa Weldon A.M. and Carleen Williams W. Earl Williams Ben and Kim Wilson Janice and Joe Wilson Lisa M. Wiygul Reed and Janet Wood Kristy Young Sheila and Jerry Young Lewis and Patsy Zailer Merry and Randy Zator Sara Zbranek Kathy Zellers Mary Zemanek Jill Zeren Matt Zetlmeisl
Jason can't wait to try out his new bike!
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In Memory Of Received October 16, 2011 - December 25, 2011 Tom Asbill Walter & Alice Pullin William C. Bagby William & Tita Paddock Justin V. Bartos Mr. & Mrs. A.C. Von Minden Mother of Bill Beard Ralph & Noelene Birkelo Inez Kelley Iva Bohannon George & Caroline Polk Ruth Caballero A friend of Boys and Girls Country Wilminor Morris Carl Don & Belle Dawson Jack & Carolyn Little William & Tita Paddock Carol & George Polk, Jr. Eugene Chamberlain Barry & Mona Chamberlain Randy Clifton Basil & Saundra Greaves Paul & Terri Tarwater Winnie Coalson Mr. & Mrs. Jim Ingram Ray Coffman Tom & Patsy Patterson Duane Coltharp Tom & Patsy Patterson Mrs. Terry Dalton William & Tita Paddock Ken Davenport Alan & E’Lynne Elliott Terrie & Ron Fleming James Harrison Davis William & Tita Paddock
Dr. Willson J. Fahlberg Sam & Karen Mercurio Hanry G. Franz Michelle Franz-Lisser Gerold Fuchs George & Caroline Polk Kelly Garza Paula McHam Patty Gassoway Betty & Bobby Craig Richard Gentry Ms. Joe Cantrell Terrie & Ron Fleming Elizabeth Anne Gipson Joe & Edwina Harper Al R. Gould Mary Sue Owrey Larry Hand Robert & Mattie Hansen E.L. “Rocky” Harris Pat & Jo Ann Harris Frank Hegar Gerald & Barbara Beard Jack & Carolyn Brewer Hockley Fertilizer Jay Hogue Carol Ann & Tommy Smith Roy C. Hohl Stanley & June Brown O. Harold Ishee Marjorie Ishee Suzanne & Eddie Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Jack Hillman Collin Kelly Charles & LaDonn Nelson Marie & Buster Kern Margaret Faye Dunwoody
Ottilia Klare Jan Schramm Bill Kyle Terri Miller, Ollie Dole, Carol Kelly, Janet Baker & Nancy Bagozzi Phil & Janice Lane Lenore Walker Billy Lundquist Pam Anderson Michele Buchholz Robert & Patricia Card Ann Dowell FIT Club John & Sherry Gremillion Bill & Patty Jones C.W. Melton Melton Electric Gloria Smith Denise Lundquist W.H. & Phyllis Alexander ER & Laverta Bishop Michelle Eaton Bunny Halvorson James & Marilyn Haw Kay Jacobs Bill & Patty Jones Lawrence & Nancy Maloney Jean & Butch McKeown Robert & Norma Mills William & Margaret Okeefe Daniel & Mary Catherine Tablada Tommy Mays Judy Higginbotham & Buddy, Nancy & Tom James & family Sue Henderson McMurrey William & Tita Paddock Tracy Hale Mead Owen & Virginia Hale
Lon C. Mitchell, Jr. M. Sean Blakley Christian Mohn Dennis & Nelda Carlile Ronney & Deborah Huffman Eugene W. Monney Ray & Betty Gipson Captain Brent Morel USMC James Wright R.H. (Bob) Nagy Mr. & Mrs. W.H. Sentesi Mrs. Lai Mui Ng Jason Huang Virginia Nicholson Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Jimmy Plato Pappas Nick Cassimatis Helen Levis Herbert Carroll Parker Mike & Patti Gilbert Catherine Powell Charles & LaDonn Nelson Harold Purdon Ronald & Betty Bolian Alleta Rau Tom & Patsy Patterson Louise Reeve Judy Low Dick Richards Joyce Boatright JD & Linda Davis Augustine Gonzales Lee & Gladys Sparacino Kristen Roberts Joyce Harman Glynda Rochen Bill & Virgie Harlan Ryan Scanlon Terry & Vanessa Scanlon Hazel Scharnberg Sheila Green
Mr. & Mrs. Scharnberg Elaine Eike Mark Scott Mary Landry Coach Billy Ray Smith Charles & LaDonn Nelson Lauren M. & Rita Spleth Becky & Ron Howard Mary Steele Al & Ann Miller Jack Stribling Mary Landry Sarah Sully Lenore Walker Don Vernon’s brother Inez Kelley Jerry Vernon George Polk , Jr. & family Janet Wagner Jim & Ruby Bloodworth Kim & Jo Greer Ward James E. Ward, Jr. Gordon Wiebe Martha Wiebe & family Donald N. Wilkinson Evelyn Wilkinson Hazel Wortman Alan & E’Lynne Elliott Rocky Yapp The Dawson’s Barbara Louise Zedler A.C. & Annazell VonMinden
Includes gift(s) made to the Boys and Girls Country Endowment Fund
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You can make your next tribute gift securely online at www.boysandgirlscountry.org Click on "Donate Now" to make your gift
In Honor Of Received October 16, 2011 - December 25, 2011 Sofia Adrogue & Sten Gustafson Ileana Trevino – Memorial Herman Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Anderson Jim & Pat Anderson John Gregory Anderson Jim & Pat Anderson Madelyn Anderson Jim & Pat Anderson Matthew Thomas Anderson Jim & Pat Anderson Ryan Norris Anderson Jim & Pat Anderson Will Anderson Jim & Pat Anderson Darlene Andrews Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Jacel Angel Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Audrey & Wayne Arnett William Campbell Bernie & Ruth Attaway Carol Attaway Noyes Nan & Charlie Austin – 60th Wedding Anniversary Avon Duson Beverly & Walter Baker – 58th Wedding Anniversary Judy Higginbotham Roger Frederick Bhalla Catherine Bhalla Drs. Wiley & Gloria Biles - Birthdays Jeremy Canton Jo Canton Jack & Carolyn Brewer Thomas & Marney Kepner Roy & June Ladd
Reg Brockwell Jennifer Brockwell Wayne & Michele Brown Robert Brown The William Campbell Family Audrey & Wayne Arnett Larry & Ann Casey Ralph & Deb Cunningham Kristi & Chick Chickering Nancy & Kenton Chickering L.C. & Cathy Courtney Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Greg & Tina Dalton Judi Klein Don & Penny Dillard Ralph & Deb Cunningham Geneva Dimond – 80th Birthday Tom & Patsy Patterson Jan Duncan Ralph & Deb Cunningham Neil Emery Lisa & David Mr. & Mrs. James Everett Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Dr. & Mrs. Gene D. Forrester Crystal, Debbie G., Debbie Mc, Karen, Lori, Peronda, Rebecca, Sarah, Tina & Toni Friends on Shaddon Manor Court Jim & Sherry Patterson Dana L. Gibson Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Arlene Gilchrist Birthday Karen Achterberg
Jennie Graves Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Cary and Fiona Hakes – Marriage Tom & Marcia Faschingbauer Randy Hale Kent Kahle Betty Harrison Janette Hearne Judge & Mrs. John Hutchison Mr. & Mrs. Milton Huebner Chance & V. Janac Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Alyse Jones Raymond & Kathy Komar Father William Kelly Ann Dowell Dr. Milton S. Klein – Retirement Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Dr. Philip Leggett Henry & Louise Bethea, M.D. Della Leonard Doris Rimmer Jack & Carolyn Little Jim & Pam Little Penny Loyd – Birthday Leslie Hix Jonell Marshall Ralph & Deb Cunningham Bill & Virginia Mathews William Mathews Mary & Matt Mathews Gay & Scott Ramsey, Jessica & Tyler Jim & Lisa Wiygul Jim McVaugh Robert Wagnon Jim & Pam McVaugh Isaac Lekach
Gary Meistad Hunter Hott Scott Miller Merry & Randy Zator Josh Mitchell Jim & Pat Anderson Thelma Mooney Edgar & Carolyn Reeves Bernice Nicastro Edgar & Carolyn Reeves C.E. Noyes Carol Attaway Noyes Emerson Polk George & Caroline Polk Wesley Polk George & Caroline Polk Gay & Scott Ramsey William Mathews Susie Reynolds Cris & Margie Chriswell Jean Robinson – Birthday Fern Basden Martha Bookman Ryan Rodgers Sean Wheeler Evelyn Romund Edgar & Carolyn Reeves
Regina Ruot George & Bette Bobbitt Liz Scott Marilyn Hensley Gloria Skelton Reed & Janet Wood Ed & Marty Smith Ralph & Deb Cunningham Joe Tusa George & Caroline Polk Craig Veteto APS/APSolutions The N.A. Weiman, Jr. Family Audrey & Wayne Arnett Charlie & Melissa Weldon Margaret Jones Walter M. White – Birthday Martha White Marinell Williams – 52nd Wedding Anniversary James Lamar Williams Lisa & Jim Wiygul William Mathews
If you are interested in making a lasting gift in memory or in honor of a loved one, please consider making a gift to our Endowment Fund. Contact Elaine Petranek for more information at 281-351-4976, extension 219 or elaine.petranek@boysandgirlscountry.org, or visit boysandgirlsendowment.com for more information.
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WISH LIST Our Education Department Needs: 1.5" 3-Ring Binders ("View Through") TI-Nspire Graphing Calculators Subject Dividers Day Planners/Assignment Notebooks School Organization Accessories Our Clothing Closet Needs: In all sizes, except where indicated: Girls' & Boys' Black No-Show Socks Men's Undershirts (Size S-XXL, t-shirt and sleeveless styles) Girls' Training Bras and Women's Bras (Size C and D) Boys' and Men's Dress and Casual Belts Junior Plus Teen Girls' Clothing (Size L, XL, XXL) Straight Leg or Skinny Jeans for Junior Girls (Size 13-19) Our Commissary Needs: Taco Mix Brown Sugar and White Sugar Ketchup Salsa Salad Dressing Spices Laundry Soap Dryer Sheets Pine Sol S.O.S. Pads Our Cottages Need: Twin-Sized Bed Frames Electric Roaster Ovens Rice Cookers Large Plastic Leftover Containers Laundry Baskets Alarm Clocks with Radio Ironing Boards Our Activities Department Needs: Bike Helmets Xbox 360 Game Controllers Batteries (AA and AAA) Visit www.boysandgirlscountry.org and click on "Donate" and "Fill a Wish List"
Saturday, May 5th (Rain or Shine) • 10:00 a.m. 'til 5:00 p.m. Don't miss our 36th annual Spring Festival - this year with a Cinco de Mayo theme! Clear your calendar and gather your friends and family for a day of fun and celebration. Indulge in festival fare from barbecue and hamburgers to cotton candy and funnel cakes...tap your toe to great live music...take a tour of a cottage...bid on incredible items in our live, big board and silent auctions... and play the day away with midway games, rides of all sizes, a petting zoo, train rides, and more!
Visit our website, www.2012springfestival.org for more details!
All net proceeds of Spring Festival directly benefit the children in our care, who will be your hosts for the day!
Sponsorship Opportunities: $50,000 $25,000 $15,000 $10,000 $ 5,000 $ 2,500 $ 1,500 $ 5,000 $200-$2,500
Title Sponsor Presenting Sponsor Sustaining Sponsor Supporting Sponsor Partner Friend Buddy Zone Sponsor Booth Sponsor
To sponsor or for more information, please contact George O'Neal at 281351-4976, extension 225 or by email at george.oneal@boysandgirlscountry.org
Above: Helen and Jocelyn race in the Bungee Run, just one of the many fun inflatables we will have at this year's Spring Festival!
Lend a Hand! As an individual or group, you can make Spring Festival happen by selling drawing tickets, collecting auction items, posting flyers, staffing a booth, helping at the auction, or performing on stage! To volunteer, please contact Liz Bear at 281-351-4976 or liz.bear@boysandgirlscountry.org Left: Michelle rides the Chair Swing, after a visit to the face and hair painting booths! Right: Visit www.2012springfestival.org for updates as May 5th approaches!