The Buddy Program strengthens our community by guiding and inspiring youth through mentoring.

May E-Newsletter 2012   

Little Buddy, Brighton R.-C.

Wait List Little Buddy: Brighton R.-C.

Age: 7 years old

Favorite things to do: Playing soccer, going sledding, and building Legos

Best part about school: Play time and art class!

Favorite food: Chocolate and fudge sundaes

When I grow up...Be the General of an Army!

  

Brighton has been waiting for a Big Buddy for almost 3 months!Can you invest a few hours each week to be his mentor and invest in his future? Currently, there are over 40 youth on our wait list. Please call 970.920.2130 or fill out an application online to BECOME A BIG BUDDY.

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2011 Recipient: Cindy R.

Continuing Education Scholarship Recipients

Receive Laptop Computers  

Thank you to Vlad Enache of Upper Ranch Company for generously donating laptops for some of our Little Buddies! Vlad's commitment to continued education and support for the Buddy Program has been on-going since 2009. Vlad - you are helping us to strengthen our community by guiding and inspiring youth! We appreciate your continued support.  

REMINDER: Join Us for a Community Fundraiser
to Benefit Lemonade Day Aspen!

Thursday, May 31st, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM at Above the Salt Restaurant in Aspen (305 South Mill Street). Families - come register your children for Lemonade Day and help us support the next generation of budding entrepreneurs!

 

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Buddies Go Fly Fishing

On Saturday, May 5th, Trout Unlimited generously hosted a day of fly-fishing for 14 of our Buddies at Lake Christine in Basalt - a perfect day for outdoor education and new adventures!

A first time fishing experience for many of our Buddies, Big and Little, the Buddy Program would like to thank Dan Bullock, President of Trout Unlimited local chapter for organizing the adventure for our Buddies, from coordinating the guides, to planning and preparing breakfast and lunch! It was truly inspirational to see our Buddies in action and smiling ear to ear.
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 Introducing Megan VanZandt, Development Coordinator

Megan VanZandt

The Buddy Program is very pleased to welcome Megan VanZandt to the Buddy Program team!  Megan joins us in the position of Development Coordinator, and is already integrated into the team, helping plan for the Bash for the Buddies this July, among other things.  Prior to the Buddy Program, Megan worked for over 5 years in event planning and coordination, both in Aspen and the Seattle area.  In 2009, Megan received her MBA in Sustainable Business from Bainbridge Graduate Institute.  She also holds a B.A. in Ethnobotany from the University of Colorado. Upon completing her graduate degree, Megan traveled and volunteered throughout Thailand for 6 months - working with Burmese migrant children on the Thai border, eventually returning to the Aspen area.  Megan has lived off and on in the Aspen area for over 11 years and loves the life style the unique mountain town provides.  Some of her favorite activities include rock climbing, hiking, and dancing at outdoor concerts in Snowmass.  Please join us in welcoming Megan to the Buddy Program!

 

Elisa & Karen

 May Anniversaries

Jan Panico & Johanna V. 2005

Mary Anne Meyer & Cliara S. 2006

Lucy Tremols & Ana Laura M. 2006

Beth Meager & Aeelyn V. 2007

Sam Hoffmann & America C. 2010

Russell Cattaneo & Cristian J. 2010

Laurie Michaels & Jordan B. 2010

Elisa Orcajada & Karen G.S. 2011 (pictured)

 
Thank you for your continued support. We would love your feedback on this newsletter. Please email rebecca@buddyprogram.org with any comments or suggestions.
Sincerely,

The Buddy Program
110 East Hallam Street, Suite 125
Aspen, CO 81611
P: (970) 920-2130