Dear Friends,

I tell donors to Best Buddies all the time, "Thanks for giving." I want them to feel the strength of my gratitude, especially in this very difficult economy. I know there are many worthy causes, and, when someone chooses to support our mission of friendship and inclusion for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities I feel thankful that our particular cause resonated with them.

I also tell our e-Buddies members the same thing, as I am grateful that they are giving of their time, their attention, their friendship.

So, in this month of Thanksgiving, I am giving thanks for each of you and your contributions to our belief that each person deserves to be included in our society. Hope your Thanksgiving is a feast of food and friendship and family.

All the best,
Lisa Derx
Vice President

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