A major goal for 2010 was to have the Soltura name and mission  represented by a larger footprint  both online and in  select communities nationwide. We continue to maintain our website, online store, Facebook page and Twitter updates. On YouTube, we have added a Soltura channel that includes two newly created Soltura slideshows and a song written and performed by a workshop participant after completing his first workshop. Look for the YouTube link in the left sidebar to check it out. We also now are  listed on GreatNonProfits.org,  a website that encourages people to tell the story of how their favorite nonprofit has touched their life. In addition, regional support groups were formed in Lubbock, TX, Northern California and the Puget Sound, WA area, all of whom meet regularly and have their own Facebook group page.

Outside the Soltura community we have continued to connect with the therapeutic community as well as health and wellness professionals. Carole and Alix attended the annual conference of the National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP) to network with programs serving struggling teens and young adults. Working with Gray Wolf Ranch, a program for young men with substance abuse challenges, we conducted a workshop for the mothers of their students and have a father's workshop on the schedule for January 2011 and another mother's workshop in February 2011. In April, Carole spoke at the TEDxTacoma series on living with passion, sponsored by the University of Puget Sound and in October she conducted an experiential seminar for the Changes Parent Support Network.

As we move forward into 2011 we will be hiring a full-time marketing / administrative staff, creatively working with more therapeutic programs, continuing to improve post workshop support opportunities, designing and scheduling other personal growth/healing experiences -- and counting on our Soltura community to stay involved and pass the word to family, friends and co-workers about that little gem of a program in the Pacific Northwest!

Honor someone special  by donating a gift to Soltura in their name and, in the process, help to change lives! When we receive your donation, we will send a special card to the person(s) you want to honor with a personal message from you informing them of the gift!

We think it is important that you know how your donation will be used...so we let you decide! It can be applied to the Pay It Forward Scholarship Fund to help others realize their dream of personal growth through a Soltura workshop, or choose the Keep the Dream Alive fund used to develop new workshops and help Soltura grow in other ways.

By now, all of you should have received a card in the mail explaining how to support Soltura by giving a gift this holiday season. We understand it has been a tough year for some of you, but please give what you can or consider giving a small amount each month with a recurring donation -- every little bit helps and is deeply appreciated. Simply complete the donor card included in your packet and tell us who you want to honor and how you want your gift to be used...and we will do the rest!  If you have moved or did not receive a card for some reason, please contact us with your correct address at info@Soltura.net or (253) 857-3444.

Soltura Foundation offers personal growth experiences for men and women, young people and adults. If you have not yet participated in  a Soltura workshop, be sure to visit our website at www.Soltura.net  to learn more about the men or women's trilogy, check the schedule or register for a workshop.