Soaring
September 2020
Growth * Respect * Choice * Integrity * Fellowship * Learning
ADOPT A HOME FOR OUR VIRTUAL FALL EVENT Our annual Fall fundraiser remains an essential source of revenue for Wingspan. Each year, our homes and programs determine a wish list of needs, and generous sponsors, family & friends, staff, and other donors reach into their heart to support our efforts. With 28 group homes, an In-Home program, and a main campus to support, the needs never end and we have learned to “expect the unexpected.” COVID-19 has changed so many things for everyone, but the one thing that has remained constant is the steadfast generosity in support of our mission. For this, we are very grateful. We are going to miss our morning of food, fun and fellowship at Lake Bde Maka Ska on Saturday, September 19th, but many people have contacted us to let us know they plan to walk in Wingspan’s honor in the month of September. We are all looking for reasons to enjoy fresh air and a change of scene. We would love to see your photos! If you are not connected to a specific Wingspan client’s home, you can make a gift of any size and we will designate it to an area of greatest need. Perhaps a home needs a new van, a set of cupboards, wheelchair-friendly floors, a patio set, new appliances, or furniture. The list is endless. Like your homes, our homes and yards need constant attention. Inside this newsletter you will find a list of wishes. If you would like to be a wish granter, no contribution is too small. We want to thank our sponsors who have stepped up without hesitation: Associated Bank, Donna DeMatteo, Russ and Carol Cox in memory of Jeni, the Eickhoff Family and Dell, Geritom Medical, Inc., the Hamer Family, the Horberg Family, “In Loving Memory of Bob James,” the Landreville Family, the Larson Family, Bill and Nancy McCabe, the Mooney Family, Our House of Minnesota, Inc., Bruce and Barb Smith, the Thames Family: “Papa, Nina, and Progeny,” Jeff and Wendy Thames, David and Jessica Widdifield, and Curt Windingstad.
Empowering Abilities. Nurturing Spirits. Caring for Life.