ABBC: 2009 Hearst Castle - General Donation

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Welcome to the Donation Page of
Mike Van Handel

	Donate $5,000 - 2 VIP admissions to the Hearst Ranch BBQ ($5,000.00 +)
	Donate $2,000 - Best Buddies T-shirt plus 1 free admission to the Hearst Ranch BBQ ($2,000.00 +)
	Donate $1,000 - Best Buddies T-shirt plus 8 raffle tickets for the Hearst Ranch BBQ ($1,000.00 +)
	Donate $500 - Best Buddies T-shirt plus 4 raffle tickets for the Hearst Ranch BBQ ($500.00 +)
	Donate $250 - Best Buddies T-shirt plus 2 raffle tickets for the Hearst Ranch BBQ ($250.00 +)
	Donate $200 ($2.00/ mile) - 1 raffle ticket for the Hearst Ranch BBQ ($200.00 +)
	Donate $100 ($1.00/mile) - Best Buddies Bracelet and Merchandise Discount ($100.00 +)
	Donate $35 - Dedicate your contribution to a special person of your choice ($35.00 +)
	General Donation - All contributions greatly appreciated ($5.00 +)

Enter Donation Amount Here: *Currency shown: US Dollar $

	My Fundraising Goal: $15,000.00
	Money Raised to Date: $15,925.00



	If you are unable to donate online, please print out a donation form.

For more information on Best Buddies International, go to www.bestbuddies.org

YOU CAN HAVE AN IMPACT!!! Please join Kristen and I in supporting Best Buddies International!

My daughter Kristen became involved with Best Buddies in 2006 and is currently Buddy Director at her high school. I am passionate for the the Best Buddies cause as I have witnessed first hand the impact this program has on the lives of kids with intellectual disabilities. Through Best Buddies, Kristen has not only developed several friendships, but also learned social skills which will be important for interacting in the work environment. As Buddy Director, Kristen has had a number of public speaking opportunities which has helped build her confidence and self-esteem.

There are 7.5 million Americans with intellectual disabilities – and 200 million worldwide – who are the most neglected and undervalued population in the world, and, as such, children with intellectual disabilities often grow up experiencing a life of rejection and isolation. Through Best Buddies, hundreds of thousands of people with intellectual disabilities have successfully moved from segregation and desolation to a new acceptance in their family and community. In turn, Best Buddies has created a new spirit of public service for thousands of middle school, high school, college, citizen and e-Buddies volunteers that will last a lifetime.