| A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:
 I am most pleased to report on the progress of the IPPS Eastern Region Foundation fund raising efforts. We first turned inward to our membership for a Founding Member Campaign which began in June 2006 and ended at the IPPS Annual Meeting in Grand Rapids on October 7, 2006. The results of that campaign provided a fantastic start to what will surely be a rich and rewarding endeavor. Just over $50,000.00 in pledges were collected during the course of the Founding Member Campaign!
The 2007 Fundraising campaign brought in new donors and a great response from those honoring their founding member pledges with a total of $10,050 received in 2007. During the course of each annual meeting, the banquet evening has become our time to check on the progress of our fundraising efforts and to raise additional funds from the silent and live auctions held that evening. Once everyone has enjoyed a great meal, the bidding and the friendly competition begins – all for a wonderful cause. The auction in Montreal earned $2847 for the Eastern Region Foundation. We continue to make great progress towards reaching our announced fundraising goal of $250,000, which we hope to reach within five years. The current total in Foundation accounts is $105,751.
The IPPS Eastern Region Foundation will promote educational opportunities by funding important scientific research projects and providing scholarships within our industry. We will build on the strong traditions of IPPS by supporting innovative projects that will enhance our collective knowledge which will, in turn, build a better society and develop industry leaders for tomorrow. We are off to a robust start - let’s continue our momentum to make our Foundation a strong and successful venture! Pledges at all levels are welcome at any time. Consider making your first pledge today or increasing a pledge already in place!
I’m excited about all we can achieve and the possibilities ahead of us. Together we can make a difference!
Sincerely,
Mike Emmons, Executive Director
IPPS Eastern Region Foundation
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