A publication of Juliette Fowler Communities
As we look back on the past 20 months, we are overwhelmed by the generosity and love that was shared with us at Fowler. Thank you for sharing your gifts and blessings during such a critical time. You lovingly cared for 711 children, youth, and aging adults in 2020 and your support transformed lives. • 115 children and youth found safety and shelter • 596 aging adults were protected and loved by our staff while receiving quality innovative care • 756 hours of virtual programming was implemented • 730 hours of music and art brought joy and connection to those living with dementia • 572 hours of worship, bible study and spiritual support created comfort and hope The pandemic had the potential of harming our vulnerable children, youth, and elders. We were fierce in our efforts to fight isolation, fear, and hunger. Your prayers sustained us and your gifts saved lives. Thank you!
Thank you
For loving people, pursuing excellence, and making a difference!
Fowler opened 15 new assisted living apartments.
10,950 hot meals were provided for seniors with limited income.
Chaplain Venessa Harmel became Director of Spiritual Life.
2061 volunteers provided 10,045 hours of service. Hunt Oil Virtual Christmas program pictured.
More than 150 CEO Briefings were broadcast from the Chapel.
Family connection, even for birthdays, was maintained through newly purchased technology.
$128,433 of personal protective equipment was purchased.
23 Ebby House girls remained safe, continuing their education and for some, employment at Fowler.
Thousands of Sunshine gifts brightened our spirits. Pictured are members of First Christian Church Plano.
2020 Philanthropy Report 2020 BOARD LEADERSHIP Roland Bandy Mike Benton Ben Brooks, Chair Pete Bratlie Fay Bright Barbara Bradfield Stephanie Chapa Russell Church Tommy Cole Krystle Craycraft Linda Dame Richard Dooley Leta Durrett Michelle Feavel Sandra Foreman Jane Green Elizabeth Hermann Mike Herrold Jerald Hobson Kenneth Hubbell Kenneth Kellam Rev. Dr. Andy Mangum Rev. Don Manworren Carol Maxwell Ashley McCool Jeff Mundy Jack Nelson Jill Nelson Bob Nutt Matt Parker Jimmy Percival R. Gray Powers Erica Sherman Mark Wassenich Mike Wilson Alan Winter
Philanthropy is a cornerstone of Juliette Fowler Communities. Born from a single bequest of land and money from Juliette Peak Fowler, Juliette Fowler Communities has been blessed by the generosity of others, which has sustained and advanced our mission. For almost 130 years, thousands of elders, children, youth and families have been served through faithful support. The numbers below reflect your response to our great need in 2020. Thank you to all who joined us in faithfully caring for generations.
2020 DONATIONS • Total Number of Donors 641 • Total Number of Financial Gifts 2,323 • Total Number of Donations $2,771,654 • 10% Endowment • 37% One Heart Annual Fund • 53% Major Gifts for Capital • 100 % of each dollar is invested directly into programs Who gives annually to Fowler? Many people are involved in our mission to serve the young and older at Fowler. It takes all of us and as this year demonstrated, the more diverse our donors are, the better we can weather tough times – like pandemics! Businesses 4% Churches 10% Estates and Trusts 35% Foundations 16% Individuals 32% Legacy Congregations 3% How were your One Heart donations used? 60% Older Adult Benevolence and Programs
OFFICERS Nicole Gann, President & CEO Billie Collins, Housing Gentry Harper, Operations Scott Martinez, Finance Ann McKinley, Advancement
40% Children and Youth Benevolence and Programs
For a full list of donors, please go to our website: www.fowlercommunities.org/foundation
Challenging Year Brought Many Blessings Juliette Fowler Communities found much to celebrate despite 2020 challenges. The dream to serve “The Forgotten Middle” became a reality when Fowler was awarded tax-credit financing after a competitive application process. The Peak at Fowler will include one hundred forty-four apartments and will offer individuals with modest incomes a welcoming neighborhood of friends with the many benefits of living in community. Donors provided more than $2.7 million for the $24 million project and will continue to fund programming and service coordination. Fowler Assisted Living achieved the rigorous recertification as an I’m Still Here® Center of Excellence in Dementia Care. One of only two communities in Texas with this prestigious designation, Fowler’s philosophy of care for the entire community has been aligned with these core principles: 1). You are an individual 2). You have purpose 3). Creativity is within 4). Learning is essential. I’m Still Here® training for staff was extended to family members, residents, and volunteers. Training and full implementation was 100% donor funded. Fowler team members proved to be fierce in their dedication to their residents and each other. For the third year in a row, Fowler was chosen as a Great Place to Work, ranking #17 in the United States in the Aging Services Industry for small and medium-sized organizations. Our team members responded to more than 60 survey questions and emphatically stated “My work has special meaning; it’s not just a job!” In October 2020, Fowler opened a new Youth Support Center to be a onestop solution providing counseling, coaching, mentorships, education, and life skills programming to help youth (both male and female) ages 12-24 escape or avoid trafficking and exploitation. Located next to the Ebby House in the former Partners Building, the YSC was completely renovated to be welcoming, including hand painted panels of inspiration. The YSC was destroyed in the winter storm and now lives on the first floor of The Ebby House and is 100% dependent of donor support.
www.fowlercommunities.org/donate-now