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Children's Legacy Luncheon Set for April 19

The 2012 Children's Legacy Luncheon will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at Florian Gardens from 11:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m. The Children's Legacy Luncheon has the mission of raising awareness of issues critical to the lives of area children, and raising dollars for the Children's Legacy Fund that can be used in our community to support initiatives on behalf of children. In addition, the Luncheon is an opportunity to recognize individuals who have made a significant and lasting contribution in the lives of children.

The following individuals have been selected to receive the Children's Legacy Luncheon "Outstanding Achievement Award": Philip Fey, for his work as President and General Manager of Student Transit Eau Claire, Inc. promoting safety for children; Neil Hanson, an active volunteer for the Children's Dyslexia Center for Upper Wisconsin and for the Family Literacy Program of Literacy Volunteers-Chippewa Valley; Bruce Hering, for his work inspiring a love of music as a Director of Bands at Eau Claire's North High School; Linda Johnson, for her work with students with special needs as an Adaptive Music Teacher at Eau Claire's Memorial and North High Schools and DeLong Middle School; Andrea Sullivan, for her work as an advocate for children with disabilities as Regional Director of Development, Indianhead Area Special Olympics; and Paula Wainscott, a leader in early childhood education for the Eau Claire Area School District.

Businesses, individuals, and organizations are invited to join this effort by sponsoring the 2012 annual Children's Legacy Luncheon. The luncheon was attended last year by over 270 people. Strong corporate sponsorship and generous donations to the event will increase the number and size of grants that can be offered to the non-profit organizations that initiate the important projects that serve our community's children. The levels of sponsorship are Diamond ($3000,) Gold ($2000,) Silver ($1000,) and Bronze ($500.) Table sponsorships are available as well. Tributes to the Honorees may be made by contributing any amount in the name of one or more Honoree. For information about sponsoring the 2012 Children's Legacy Luncheon, contact the Foundation Office at 715-552-3801 or email info@eccommunityfoundation.org.

"We have been able to enhance and strengthen the community we call home, by motivating individuals to action, encouraging collaborating, investing in our neighborhoods, and making stronger connections between our resources."

~Charles Graaskamp, Chairman of the ECCF Board of Trustees

15th Anniversary In 2012, the Eau Claire Community Foundation will celebrate 15 years of being a resource for philanthropy in the Chippewa Valley. A gala event to mark this anniversary is scheduled for Thursday, July 26, at The Florian Gardens.

Event Highlights:
Five grants of $1000 each will be awarded to local non-profit organizations. Sponsorship levels of $1000, $500 or $250 are welcome.

Invitations:
If you would like to be part of our celebration, call 715-552-3801 or email

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