A Note from Rosemary...

THANK YOU to everyone who called Senator Resor to express their views about potentially losing our FAMILY NETWORK. We did get our funding back because our legislators heard our voices. However, once again we are level-funded, which really translates into a cut since the cost of running the program has increased. Our budget this year is short $5,000 to run our programs. Many of you may not know the state does not allow us to charge for our wonderful programs. We strongly believe all families need "a family network" and should be able to participate regardless of their financial status. That is what makes us SO VERY SPECIAL—the amazing give and take of friendship, support and the commonality that we share; raising and parenting young children!

We have come to a point, however, that we need to ask for your financial support to continue all of the wonderful programs and workshops. You may have had the opportunity to participate in one of our children’s programs, enjoy our open play space, or attend one of our family events throughout the year, such as our recent trip to Davis Farmland. On the other hand, you may have participated in one of our parenting workshops and have appreciated the wonderful information and support, as well as free childcare provided. We now ask you to consider donating any amount to help us maintain the variety of topics covered.

Our doors will always be open for families to connect, children to play, and for parents to get information and support, but our programs will become limited unless we raise the needed funds. If you are able, please refer to the "giving guide" inside the current newsletter.

With gratitude and hope, Rosemary