Oct 11 – Nov 2, 2025
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book and lyrics by Christopher Parks
music and lyrics by Josh Totora
adapted from the book The Invisible Boy (Random House Children’s Books, 2013) written by Trudy Ludwig and illustrated by Patrice Barton
Oct 11 – Nov 2, 2025 I Wells Fargo Playhouse
Director Adam Burke
Music Director Jessica Borgnis
Choreographer Rahsheem Shabazz
Scenic Designer HannaH Crowell
Lighting Designer Gordon W Olson
Projections Designer Kelly Colburn
Costume Designer Kahei Shum McRae
Sound Designer Benjamin G. Stickels
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A special thanks to Dorlisa and Peter Flur, whose ongoing commitment to The Kindness Project, helped bring this story to life.
Today’s celebration is brought to you, in part, by:
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Children’s Theatre of Charlotte is supported, in part, by the City of Charlotte and its generous donors, and the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources. Additional support is provided by the Shubert Foundation.
Director...............................................................................................Adam Burke
Music Director................................................................................Jessica Borgnis
Choreographer.....................................................................Rahsheem Shabazz
Scenic Designer..........................................................................HannaH Crowell
Lighting Designer........................................................................Gordon W Olson
Projections Designer........................................................................Kelly Colburn
Costume Designer................................................................Kahei Shum McRae
Sound Designer.....................................................................Benjamin G. Stickels
Assistant Projections Designer..................................................Dylan Uremovich
Stage Manager...............................................................................Steven James
Deck Chief...........................................................................................Keith Johns
Wardrobe Supervisor & Stitcher.....................................................Loren Moody
Props Designer...................................................................................Cassie Ward
Sound Mixer........................................................................................Maddi Penn
Head Electrian & Lightboard Operator.......................................Amber Bidwell
Electricians...............................................................Destany Gray, Joe Cockrell
special thanks
Tyler Knowles, Michelle Long
1. Super Friend I
2. Roll Call
3. I Wonder
4. Super Friend II
5. Picking Teams
6. News Reporter I
7. Greatest Party in the World
8. Bulgogi
9. News Reporter II
10. Choosing Time
11. Super Friend III
12. He Saw One
13. A Game of Tag
14. Roll Call Reprise
15. Group Project
16. Super Friend IV
17. Finale
ADRIAN THORNBURG
RYAN VU
BROOKE MCCARTHY
ISABEL GONZALEZ
ALEX AGUILAR
RENEÉ WELSH-NOEL
CLAIRE HILTON
Brian
Justin
Mrs. Carlotti/Trina
Sophie
Nathan
Carla
Madison/Mom
VANCE RILEY Male Swing
KAYLA SIMONE FERGUSON Female Swing
THARIT SERIRUK
Justin Swing
THORNBURG (Brian) is so excited to return to a role that means so much to him! Adrian appeared as Brian (THE INVISIBLE BOY world premiere), as well as other Children’s Theatre of Charlotte productions including SHREK THE MUSICAL, TROPICAL SECRETS: HOLOCAUST REFUGEES IN CUBA, and PETE THE CAT. After his time in Charlotte, Adrian moved to Chicago where he has appeared in FIRST DATE THE MUSICAL, NEXT TO NORMAL, and DRIVING MISS DAISY. He is excited to return to THE INVISIBLE BOY both to reconnect with who he was back then and get in touch with how much he has changed. He hopes this show that has been such a positive force in his life and career will have a similar effect on new audiences.
VU (he/him; Justin) is so ecstatic to join the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s production of THE INVISIBLE BOY! He is a Vietnamese-American actor based in Chicago who recently graduated from the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting. Theatre credits include: Sebastian (U/S) in TWELFTH NIGHT (Oak Park Festival Theatre), George Gibbs in OUR TOWN (Chicago College of Performing Arts), Paris (U/S) in ROMEO AND JULIET (Oak Park Festival Theatre), Ernst in SPRING AWAKENINGS (Lazy Susan Theatre Company). Ryan gives his biggest thanks to his #1 cheerleaders: his older brother, Steve and his little sister, Steph!
MCCARTHY (Mrs. Carlotti/Trina) is thrilled to return to the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte! She’s previously been seen in Mrs. Travis/Ms. Gordon (SCHOOL OF ROCK) and Swing: Cat [performed]/ Girl (DR. SEUESS’S THE CAT IN THE HAT). Other recent credits: Host (COMING OF AGE) at One Voice Chorus, Kate (THE WILD PARTY) at Queen City Concerts, Mr. Darcy (MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY) at Davidson Community Players. A multi-talented actor, singer, teacher, playwright, comedian, and award-winning solo artist, she brings a wealth of creativity and energy to the stage. Her one-woman musical comedy show HOW TO BE AN ETHICAL SL*T has earned numerous awards at multiple Fringe festivals, and she’s currently developing GASLIGHTING: THE MUSICAL! Brooke holds her MFA in Acting from the University of Georgia and has taught acting at Virginia Tech. She teaches adult acting classes and private lessons across Charlotte. www.brookemccarthy.com
(Sophie) is thrilled to be back in a Mainstage show at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte! Isabel is a graduate from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and audiences may have seen her performing on our stage as Sophie (original production of THE INVISIBLE BOY), Cinderella (GRIMMZ FAIRY TALES), Blue Dragon (DRAGONS LOVE TACOS), Paloma (TROPICAL SECRETS: HOLOCAUST REFUGEES IN CUBA), Dragon (SHREK THE MUSICAL), Cecile/US Lily (ANNIE), Lion (LION & THE LITTLE RED BIRD),
Mike Flannery (PIGS IS PIGS), and Eighth Grader & Others (DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL). She has also acted in productions for Three Bone Theatre, The Lotus Project, Sigmon Theatrical, and many others. In addition, Isabel works as a Choreographer around the area and is a self-proclaimed box office extraordinaire. She would like to thank everyone for supporting her journey thus far! Next project you ask?! ESPERANZA RISING at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte!
ALEX AGUILAR (Nathan) is thrilled to return to the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte stage to reprise the role he originated in THE INVISIBLE BOY. An award-winning multidisciplinary artist, he holds distinctions in dance from UNC Charlotte and the Debbie Allen Dance Academy. When he’s not managing Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s social media accounts, Aguilar finds time to return to the stage. He recently performed in the 20th anniversary of CHARLOTTE SQUAWKS at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and CONTINUITY at Charlotte Conservatory Theatre. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte audiences may remember him as Tomás (TOMÁS AND THE LIBRARY LADY) or the green-haired villain Max Best, (ALLIE KAZAN AND THE MAGIC MANSION). Outside of theatre, Aguilar is a photojournalist, capturing the intersections of art, culture, and social justice. He uses his platform to uplift underrepresented voices and is proud to be part of a company that lets artists shine.
(Carla) is a teacher, choreographer, and performer based in Charlotte, NC. With a BA in Choreography and Dance Theory from UNC Charlotte, she creates choreography for productions in and around Charlotte. She is currently choreographing HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL at Rocky River High School. Reneé is a life-long performer and artist. She has made appearances on stage in shows throughout North America including the touring production of the Drama League Award nominated GRIMMZ HIP HOP FAIRY TALES (Rapunzel) and the MTA Award winning play LEAVING WATERMAINE (Jeridene). When Reneé is not on or backstage, she is a studio artist working with collage and paper creations.
(Madison/Mom) is elated to return to the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte stage in THE INVISIBLE BOYas Madison and Mom; roles she originated in 2019. Other favorite CTC credits include GRACE FOR PRESIDENT, HARE AND TORTOISE, and touring the Carolinas as Nina in THE IMAGINATORS. When she isn’t onstage, Claire spends her time directing and teaching students. Claire previously served as the Director of Theatre at Charlotte Christian School, and as the Director of Shows and Experiences at Sigmon Theatrical. Claire dedicates her work in THE INVISIBLE BOY to all of her former students, because “Every one of them truly matters.” You can follow Claire on Instagram @firstclairelast.
VANCE RILEY
(Male Swing) feels grateful to be a part of THE INVISIBLE BOY cast as a swing! Previously at CTC he played Fregly and Joshie in DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL, and this holiday season, you will see him as Hermy in RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER. When Vance isn’t performing on stage, he is teaching preschool music all over the greater Charlotte Metropolitan Area with the Mr. Music Man Company. Vance would like to thank all his amazing friends in and outside the theatre space for encouraging him to do his best and keep trying new things!
KAYLA SIMONE
FERGUSON (Swing) feels honored to be the swing for a show that means so much. Past CTC credits include Carla (THE INVISIBLE BOY), Allie Kazan (ALLIE KAZAN AND THE MAGIC MANSION), Grace (THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL), Marcenia Lyle (CATCHING THE MOON: THE STORY OF A YOUNG GIRL’S BASEBALL DREAM), and many more. This cast is incredibly talented and this is going to be a great show!!
THARIT SERIRUK (He/him; Justin Swing) is incredibly excited to work with the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte! Tharit is currently a senior at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University and is thrilled to be working THE INVISIBLE BOY, a show that touches near his own life and identity.
ADAM BURKE (Director) is overjoyed to be in his thirteenth season as the Artistic Director at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, where he gets to come every day and do what he loves. Prior to this, Adam was the artistic director of the Scioto Society, which produces the outdoor drama Tecumseh. Before that, Adam was the artistic director of the Chicago Theatre for Young Audiences, an artistic associate at Childsplay Theatre in Tempe, Arizona under the Theatre Communication Group’s New Generations fellowship program and the director of theatre programs at the Jewish Community Center in San Antonio, Texas. Adam earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in acting/directing at the University of Arizona and his Master of Fine Arts in directing at Northwestern University. During his tenure in Chicago, Adam worked at the Goodman, Steppenwolf, Chicago Shakespeare and Northlight Theatres and as the resident director at Open Eye Productions. Adam participated in the International Directing Symposium, hosted by LaMama Theatre, in Umbria, Italy; the National Advanced Stage Combat Workshop, hosted by the Society of American Fight Directors, ASSITEJ’s (International Association of Theatre for Children and Young People) One Theatre World, and the ASSITEJ International Directing Symposium in Stuttgart, Germany. Adam is a past recipient of the ASSITEJ/USA Ann Shaw Fellowship and of the Chicago Drama League International Research Grant. Selected directing credits include: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, RENT, THE RELUCTANT DRAGON, INTO THE WOODS, SHREK THE MUSICAL, A FLEA IN HER EAR, THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE, CHARLOTTE’S WEB, MATILDA THE MUSICAL, SCHOOL OF ROCK, and ELLA’S BIG CHANCE: A JAZZ AGE CINDERELLA. Adam thanks the production team, who worked brilliantly and tirelessly to bring THE INVISIBLE
BOY to life, and he sends much love to his amazing children and wonderful wife.
JESS BORGNIS (Music Director) is a pianist, vocalist, composer, and music director with over two decades of experience working in both educational and professional theater. She most recently appeared in the feature film Site alongside Theo Rossi and Jake McLaughlin, which also featured her original music. As a music director, recent credits include ME:2, an original work by Tommy Foster, THE INVISIBLE BOY, SCHOOL OF ROCK, and THE TRUE STORY OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, as well as ROCK OF AGES, LIZZIE, and TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL at Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte. In addition to her theatrical work, Jess is a collaborative pianist with Charlotte Ballet and performs regularly with her jazz quartet. She has also worked as a recording artist and songwriter, helping compose and perform for artists across a broad range of genres and has been a featured artist on a Snoop Dogg song. Jess maintains an active private studio, where she teaches piano and voice, and her students have gone on to perform in regional theaters, collegiate programs, and professional productions.
RAHSHEEM SHABAZZ (Choreographer) has done countless shows here at CTC and is happy to return, not on the stage but as the choreographer. Rahsheem has been a dancer since a child, he has had the pleasure of doing Choreography for shows such as PETER PAN, 101 DALMATIANS, SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! and much more, also dancing as an original Member of the Charlotte Hornets Hip Hop Dance Crew. He is more than excited
to bring his talents to Children’s Theatre of Charlotte for this family fun musical!
HANNAH CROWELL (Scenic Designer) is honored to return to Children’s Theatre of Charlotte for THE INVISIBLE BOY. Her previous scenic designs at CTC include ROALD DAHL’S MATILDA THE MUSICAL, TOMÁS AND THE LIBRARY LADY and TIARA’S HAT PARADE. Before moving to Charlotte, she spent many years working as a designer in theatres throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area at venues including the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Ford’s Theatre, Folger Theatre, Olney Theatre Center, Adventure Theatre, and Imagination Stage.
GORDON W OLSON (Lighting Designer) is happy to return to Children’s Theatre of Charlotte in the role of lighting designer for this production of THE INVISIBLE BOY. Gordon’s work has been seen here at CTC in DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL, ANNIE, AKEELAH AND THE BEE, MADAGASCAR, BATBOY THE MUSICAL!, and SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! Local work has included: THE CHINESE LADY, THE CHILDREN, CONFEDERATES (Three Bone Theatre); SPAMALOT, ANNIE, CHICAGO (Davidson Community Players); LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, 1984, PRODUCERS, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, SPRING AWAKENING, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, ADDAMS FAMILY, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, FOOTLOOSE (Theatre Charlotte); PIPPIN, EVERYBODY, TWELFTH NIGHT, HAMLET, SPRING AWAKENING (UNC-Charlotte). Regional credits include work for: James Madison University, Actor’s Theatre of Louisville, Michigan Opera Theatre, Florida Grand Opera, Houston Grand Opera, San Antonio Opera. Broadway credits include; Jerusalem-Assistant Lighting Designer (Tony Nominated), Good People-Associ-
ate Lighting Designer. Gordon received his MFA from The University of Texas at Austin.
KELLY COLBURN (she/they/k; Projections Designer) is a multidisciplinary artist working in the DC Area (Piscataway/Nacotchtank lands). She is the Executive Director at Flying V, a Media/Projections faculty member at The University of Maryland College, and a twotime Helen Hayes Awards recipient. She has been nominated for the Helen Hayes Awards, Philadelphia’s Barrymore Awards, Lucille Lortel Awards, and Henry Hewes Awards. Thrilled to be back at CTC for THE INVISIBLE BOY! BFA NYU Tisch, MFA University of Maryland.
KAHEI SHUM MCRAE (Costume Designer) is so excited to be back to help tell this beautiful story! Kahei holds a MFA in Costume Design and BFA in Production Design in Filmmaking from UNCSA. Her most recent designs include DIARY OF A WHIMPY KID THE MUSICAL, PINOCCHIO, PETE AND CAT, ALLIE KAZAN AND THE MAGIC MANSION and many more at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte; LEGALLY BLONDE at UNC Charlotte, ADDAMS FAMILY and CABARET at Davidson College; THE REFUGEES at Adjusted Realists; GODSPELL at Theatre in the Park and STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Cape Fear Regional Theatre. Special thanks to UNCSA and her family. Always choose kindness.
BENJAMIN G. STICKELS (Sound Designer) is excited to be telling another story at one of his favorite places with some of his favorite people! A sound designer, audio engineer, consultant, and educator, he is a native of Michigan, and serves as Senior Lecturer in Sound Design & Technology with the Production Arts and Operations department at UNC Charlotte. Recent designs at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte include sound for DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL, as
well as last year’s OnStage productions of AS YOU LIKE IT and ONCE UPON A TIME AT SIMPLEBROOKE, and more than 20 others. Other recent designs include sound for LEGALLY BLONDE, SWEAT, and PIPPIN for UNC Charlotte. He has also designed extensively for the Texas Shakespeare Festival (more than 25 productions) and Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City. His work has also been heard at the University of Missouri – Kansas City, where he received the Master of Fine Arts in Sound Design; and Western Michigan University, where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Design and Production. He holds professional memberships in the Theatrical Sound Designers and Composers Association and the United States Institute for Theatre Technology, and regularly presents at the annual Southeastern Theatre Conference. Upcoming designs include INTIMATE APPAREL and CABARET at UNC Charlotte, and RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER here at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte. Hear more at www.BGSSoundDesign.com
CHRISTOPHER PARKS (Book & Lyrics) is the Producing Artistic Director of the Experiential Theater Company, an international touring company for youth and family audiences. As a playwright, he writes plays, musicals, and interactive immersive productions. Selected past playwriting commissions include THE ODYSSEY EXPERIENCE, THE ARABIAN NIGHTS, THE ADVENTURES OF PERSEUS, SUNJATA KAMALENYA (McCarter Theatre Center); AESOP’S FABLES, HEALTHILY EVER AFTER (Young Audiences New Jersey); THE SPIRIT OF POE, JOURNEY TO OZ (Florida Repertory Theatre); GRIMMZ HIP HOP FAIRY TALES [co-developer], THE INVISIBLE BOY, SHOW OF HANDS, TOPSY-TURVY CINDERELLA (Children’s Theatre of Charlotte); ERÉNDIRA: UNA CENICIENTA MEXICANA (Tricycle Theater for Youth); MS. VIVI’S CLASS: TOGETHER (Cleve-
land Playhouse); PLAYING AT PETER PAN (Hangar Theater); A PUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL (Long Island Children’s Museum) and THE SLEEPY HOLLOW ADVENTURE (Sigmon Theatrical). Christopher resides in New Jersey, but joyfully likes to call Children’s Theatre of Charlotte his true home, here amongst his favorite friends and colleagues. www.exptheater.org
JOSH TOTORA (Music/Co-lyrics/Orchestrations) is a composer/actor/musician/ improvisor/writer based out of the Philadelphia and New York areas. Select original music/lyrics credits include THE INVISIBLE BOY, JOURNEY TO OZ (Children’s Theatre of Charlotte); THE ODYSSEY EXPERIENCE, THE ARABIAN NIGHTS, CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE (McCarter Theatre Center); THE SPIRIT OF POE, JOURNEY TO OZ, THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE (Florida Repertory Theatre); A PUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL (Long Island Children’s Museum); HE WHO GETS SLAPPED (Theatre Philadelphia Barrymore Award Winner for Outstanding Original Music), ’TIS PITY, THE ORESTEIA PROJECT (Philadelphia Artists’ Collective). His work has also been featured internationally at the Baboró International Arts Festival for Children. His next original work, WISHING TO GROW UP BRIGHTLY, will receive its world premiere this November at Theatre Horizon in Norristown, PA with support from the The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage. Josh regularly performs improv with his team, NO DUDS, throughout New York, and music with his band, the Nimble Cats. www.joshtotora.com
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Trudy Ludwig is an acclaimed children’s advocate, speaker, and award-winning author of numerous children’s books including The Invisible Boy, a School Library Journal Best Picture Books Selection and a recommended back-to-school book by USA Today and Scholastic Instructor. Trudy has collaborated with leading experts and organizations including Sesame Workshop, the International Bullying Prevention Association, Committee for Children, and ConnectSafely.org to help kids connect with their peers in kinder, more inclusive ways. She has received rave reviews from educators, experts, organizations, and parents for her passion and compassion in addressing peer aggression and friendship issues.
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LEADERSHIP
Artistic Director - Adam Burke
Managing Director - Nao Tsurumaki
Administration
Human Resources Manager - Carolyn Lugo-Allred
Business Manager - Alex Doxey
Senior Accountant - Crystal Johnson
ImaginOn Partnership Coordinator - Maryann O’Keeffe
ImaginOn Administrative Support - Casey Kaufmann
Artistic & Production
Director of Production - Steven Levine
Costume Shop Manager - Anna Klinger
Cutter-Draper - Emily Heilig
Crafts Specialist - Elizabeth Swanson
Technical Director - Shane Burgett
Resident Stage Manager - Steven James
Charge Scenic Artist - Tim Parati
Master Carpenter - John Slechta
Head Electrician - Lawrence Csernik
AV Supervisor - Michael Russo
Assistant Technical Director - Sterling Lett
Assistant Electrician - Amber Bidwell
Scenic Carpenter - Maddie Anthony
Sound Assistant - Maddi Penn
Properties Master - Bekah Achuff
Seasonal Properties Assistant - Rebecca Xhajanka
Production Assistant/Associate Artist - Claire Hilton
Education
Director of Education - EG Engle
Camps & Community Programs Manager - Mary Katherine Smith
Education Program Manager - Morgan Southard
Resident Teaching Artists - Karen Steele
Administrative Assistant - Katie Kinser
Development
Director of Development – Courtney Hurd
Development Coordinator - Jean Edwards
Marketing and Communications
Director of Marketing & Communications - Cindy Taylor
Associate Director of Marketing - Rob Odum
Customer Experience Manager - Ashley Hughes
PR & Social Media Mananger – Alex Aguilar
Touring Performance Coordinator - Margot Parrott
School Group Sales & Performance Coordinator - Chris Stonnell
Data & IT Manager - Claire Whitworth-Helm
Audience Service Coordinator - Louise Lawson
Marketing Assistant - Aaron Bunzey
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Lisa Miller - Chair
Charlitta Hatch - Chair-Elect
Mike Burgess - Treasurer
Stephanie Isham - Secretary
Sallie Beason - Past Chair
Matt Andress
Cynthia Banks
Dr. Veronica Bell
Stephanie Couch
Shawn Garrett
Leigh Hickman
Ben Hume
Tim James
Mitzi Lynch
Jennifer Madara
Scott Manning
Rosemary Morgan
Jonathan Ocampo
Katie Ramseur
Eric Ritz
Christina Russ
Tanya Taylor
Daniel Terry, Ed.D
Kristin Tokić
April Whitlock
Honorary Lifetime Members
Robin Branstrom
Carla DuPuy
Peter Flur
Cynthia Lank
Linda Lockman-Brooks
Advisory Board
Robin Branstrom
Tom Eiselt
Jami Farris
Peter Flur
Gina Lawrence
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($50,000 and more)
City of Charlotte
North Carolina Arts Council
C.D. Spangler Foundation, Inc.
The Shubert Foundation
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($10,000 to $24,999)
Clear Blue Insurance Group
The Hartford
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Carolina Panthers
The Dickson Foundation, Inc.
Parker Poe
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($3,000 to $4,999)
The Daniel, Edward, Cora & Strickland Foundation
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($1,000 to $2,999)
Deloitte & Touche LLP
We recognize and thank our generous Donors who gave as of September 15, 2025. Our annual Donors are recognized at the most current giving level.
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($500 - $999)
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