The Skaters' Fund Exemplifies Teamwork • Fall 2007 |
A COACH AND THE FUND
One of the most
incredibly touching examples of teamwork was when USFS technical
specialist and former coach, Nancy Ruedebusch, called the Skaters’ Fund
to ask for financial assistance for her former student and world
medalist Natalie Seybold-Catron.
In the past few years Natalie
has had treatment for several benign brain tumors. In July 2007 her
insurance coverage ran out, and unfortunately she needed another
medical procedure.
Nancy contacted the Skaters’ Fund to have an
application sent to Natalie. Shortly thereafter, Natalie returned a
completed application to the Fund and we were able to provide immediate
financial assistance.
In addition, Nancy and her husband Jim
sponsored a fundraiser in Indianapolis for coaches, friends, and
officials. This fundraiser encouraged everyone to make a tax-
deductible contribution to the Skaters’ Fund. This enabled the Fund to
provide Natalie with additional financial assistance.
Nancy’s
devotion to her former student is certainly an example of outstanding
teamwork. Happily, Natalie can now look forward to a bright future.
PSA PRESIDENTS AND THE FUND
Cindy
Geltz and Robbie Kane have been energetic Skaters’ Fund advocates for
the past 6 years. As past presidents of the Professional Skaters
Association, they understand the importance of a strong link between
the Skaters’ Fund and the PSA. The majority of those who benefit from
the Fund are indeed PSA members.
Thanks to Cindy and Robbie, the
Fund was promoted through articles and advertising in PS Magazine and
with updates at the annual PSA Conferences. Both Cindy and Robbie
continue to be strong supporters of the Fund. And we thank them so much
for their effort.
SPECIAL HOLIDAY OFFER
The
SKATING GALLERY has the world’s largest skating memorabilia collection
for sale and they are donating a percentage of your purchases between
Nov. 15 and Dec. 15 to the Skaters' Fund. You must see it to believe
it! Please go to their web site, www.theskatinggallery.com for details on how your purchases will create tax- deductible donations for you and income for the Skaters' Fund. |
TWO CORPORATIONS SUN VALLEY & SMUCKERS
For the 4th year, Sun Valley Company co-sponsored a fundraising event for the Skaters’ Fund.
Thirty
five adult skaters participated in the International Seminar, Aug 18 to
21. There were 14 clinics in freestyle, dance, moves in the field,
choreography and conditioning.
On the Opening Evening, after a
reception hosted by the Sun Valley Figure Skating Club, the skaters had
the joy of skating under the stars. Everyone loved this inspiring and
invigorating experience.
At the conclusion of the seminar, there
was a special ice show with guest performers Kioko Ina and John
Zimmerman and the Sun Valley Ensemble.
We are grateful for the
support and teamwork the Sun Valley Company continues to provide the
Fund. We look forward to Aug 14, 2008! Make your plans to join us. |
A PAIR OF TICKETS TO ANYONE WHO CONTRIBUTES $200 OR MORE
With
the 2008 star-studded season upon us, Smucker’s Stars on Ice is again
offering a pair of tickets to Skaters’ Fund contributors who give $200
or more during the year 2007.
Refer to www.starsonice.com
for the tour schedule and to find the show that is most convenient for
you. All seats are excellent, and located on the lower level. Please
tell us the performance you wish to attend when you send in your
contribution. Remember, the tickets make great gifts to family and
friends!
A FAN AND THE FUND
Ann Stillwell, a life-long
fan of figure skating and contributor to the Fund, died this past May.
In her will, Ann requested that two ladies’ watches be donated to the
Fund. They are a Rolex Danaos and a Concord Saratoga. These two watches
are now for sale. And the Skaters’ Fund will thus benefit.
If you are or anyone you know are interested in purchasing one or both, please call the Skaters’ Fund Office: 609.921.7377.
While every contributor is important to the Fund, this fall we would like to spotlight our new contributors:
Mary
Cook • Chuck Foster • Roger Glenn • Taffy Holliday • Richard Inskeep •
Glennace Cohen • Chip Ludlow • Ann Gerli • Charles Cyr • Nancy
Rudenbusch • Hal Marrow • Lucy Brennan • Patricia Hagen • Lorrie Parker
• Susan Murray • Wendy Enxmann • Jennifer Cashen • Sharon Wiggins •
Holly & John Cole • Joan Gruber • Benjamin Wright • Sherri Terando
• Kathleen McMillan • Kristie Yamaguchi • Andrea Chiappa • William
Fitzpatrick • Judy Owens- Garza • Ann Seror • Douglas Barr • Pam &
Tom Pangle • John Laveber • Kim Slack Heim • Heanne & Barry Doren •
Holly & David Kirby • Ida Tateoka • Douglas Williams • Linda Leaver
• Kathy Slack • Ann O’Keefe • Ellen Funk • Dian Murdock • Lynne Freeman
Lauer • Richard Perez • David Hamula • Jeff Di Gregorio • Janet
Carpenter • Catherine Horan • April Treado
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