A MESSAGE FROM THE VP DEVELOPMENT SILVER BAY

our programs and how profoundly they impact the individuals and families who experience them. I have heardstoriesofrenewal,inspiration,transformation, connection, and much more. Silver Bay means so many things to so many people.

These programs need your support to thrive and grow. The needs for respite and healing in our broad Silver Bay community are only increasing. We must do all we can to keep up with those needs and sustain the preservation and growth of our mission.

I first came to Silver Bay as a volunteer through Key Club in the 1980s. Over the years I’ve worked with Silver Bay staff on projects like rain gardens, storm water wetlands, and invasive species. I served as a Trustee during the exciting times of the William Boyd Center construction and opening. Now, I am experiencing Silver Bay from a whole new perspective.

As the new Vice President for Development and Government Relations, I now see with renewed appreciation the dedication and passion of the staff, the steadfast support of the donors, and the genuine gratitude and deep bonds of the members and guests both new and old. Working here has given me a whole new set of eyes through which I see the value of the Silver Bay experience. I have rediscovered Silver Bay.

During my short learning curve, I have rapidly come to understand the deep community effect of

You will read here a few stories of how people have discovered Silver Bay whether through a first-time experience or through a new perspective. Perhaps something new moved them, or perhaps they experienced this special place for the very first time. No matter what the perspective, Silver Bay inspired them. I hope it inspires you in a new way every time you visit. And I hope this place ignites your philanthropic spirit as we preserve what Silver Bay is and grow it to meet the endless opportunities and challenging needs of a changing world.

Your philanthropy will sustain our valuable and much-needed programs in ways that member dues and program fees never can. We need your help to bolster our mission-related programs and enable us to provide essential services to our communities. Thank you for all you do for Silver Bay.

Please consider a gift today to help Silver Bay fulfill its mission. Visit silverbay.org/give.

Walt Lender VP Development and Government Relations