Western DuPage

Special Recreation Association

Providing engaging community-based recreational programs and inclusion services for children, teens and adults with special needs.

www.wdsra.com

News You Can Use November 30, 2015

In This Issue

Giving From the Heart

No One Should Ever Feel Invisible

Double Your Donation on Giving Tuesday

The Participants are Why We Give

Learn More About WDSRA

Gifts from the Heart Support Everyone!

Rythmic Gymnastics 3

All dressed up for Spring Fling

Kiwanis BBQ

day camp

Track meet photo 4

camp duncan water buddies

Spring Fling gets a thumbs up

Learn More!

View the WDSRA video here.

Hear why one parent calls WDSRA 'exceptional and rare'.

Giving From Your Heart

When you give it comes from the heart. It comes with a warmth, compassion and kindness for others. Your gift touches the lives of every child, adult and family member we serve. Because of that, we are truly grateful for your support and thank you!

We ask you to open your heart now. This is an important time of giving for WDSRA and the families we serve. Our annual appeal is going on now through the end of December. In addition, we have a very special matching opportunity which can raise an additional $20,000 on a single day--Giving Tuesday, 12/1/15 (see details below).

We ask you to please look into your heart and give whatever you can. Your donation does make a difference in the lives of our friends and neighbors with special needs. We also ask that you share your giving with friends and family. Please ask them to give too.

With grateful hearts, we thank YOU !

No One Should Ever Feel Invisible

"Our daughter Samantha often describes herself as 'invisible' to others in this world. At WDSRA,

Sam is never 'invisible' because she is treated as an equal. WDSRA's mission of Equal Fun for Everyone has made a profound difference in her life. WDSRA has meant social connections, self-confidence and the opportunity to pursue her passions."

Bud and Liz Rein WDSRA parents

Can You Help Us Raise $20,000?

Donate online at www.wdsra.com

on Giving Tuesday, Tuesday, December 1st,

and your donation may be DOUBLED!*

Here's how it works...

Did you donate in 2014? The Coleman Foundation will match the incremental funds over and above your largest single cash gift from last year. That means that if you gave $100 in 2014 and you give $200 online on December 1, 2015, $100 will be matched. Your $200 gift turns into a $300 donation. Not sure what you gave? Contact us at 630-681-0962.

Didn't donate in 2014? Your donation will be matched 100%. That means that your $100 gift turns into $200!

Please reach out to friends & family
members and ask them to donate too!

*The Coleman Foundation will match up to $20,000 in donations made online at www.wdsra.com on December 1st!

Maria is Why We Give

Maria is a lovely young lady who inspires us all with her beautiful performance at the WDSRA Performing Arts Recital. Though blind, she takes the stage like a pro and every eye in the auditorium is on her!

Watch the video here.

Want to Learn More About WDSRA?

WDSRA is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of children and adults with special needs through recreation. Our vision, Equal Fun for Everyone, is at the core of how we support our participants and families every step along the way.

Over the past year, guided by a clear vision and the steadfast support of partners, our focus and commitment has led us to:

* Initiate new projects that will allow us to better serve our current families
* Connect with families who are new to special recreation
* Renew our efforts of bringing the WDSRA vision to life for everyone we serve

We invite you to take a look at the entire year in review our FY14-15 Annual Report.

WDSRA is committed to providing quality recreational programs, dedicated and trained staff, specialized equipment, and much needed scholarships. Your support provides the financial support needed to ensure that the cost of programs remains affordable throughout the year.

Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA)

116 N. Schmale Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188-2103

P: 630-681-0962 | F: 630-681-1262 |