The official newsletter of Noah Homes, Inc.Caring for People with Developmental Disabilities Since 1983.

Noah Navigator Caring for People with Developmental Disabilities

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Ark Has Landed

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Fruits of Labor Revealed in the

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State of the ArkGreetings Noah families, friends, and supporters!

I feel like an advertisement as I tell you this letter comes to you from

30,000 feet. As I make my way on flight routes to and from Sacramento, San Antonio and even Florida, I find my job description has added travel and legislative action to a growing list of to do’s! And as Noah Homes builds its frequent flyer miles for the first time, I can’t help but think of the plane as a modern-day Ark.

As the needs of our residents evolve, the staff and board are moving with them and working hard to anticipate and plan for their future as any family would do. For me, this means learning to walk the halls of that big Capital Building in Sacramento, makings lots of new friends, understanding the game of lobbying, and enlisting the help of anyone who is willing to lend a hand. For the rest of the staff at Noah Homes, this has meant planning an orchard that will increase our food sustainability, working with the Ark Angel Foundation to increase our financial sustainability, working with volunteers to increase the sustainability of our labor force and much, much more.

Still, my desire to become better educated on the growing needs of our residents remains a priority. At times, keeping our aging population in the homes and environment they are most familiar with seemed impossible. But with several inquiries and pleas for help, my prayers were answered through inspiring people including Dr. Michael Rafii of UC San Diego’s Neurological

Institute, Carlos Flores of the San Diego Regional Center, Senator Joel Anderson, Assemblyman Brian Jones, Supervisor Diane Jacob, and many more.

I am happy to announce that Noah Homes received official approval from San Diego County for Phase II of our Capital Development Improvement Project to build two buildings with 10 beds each. These new residences will be Alzheimer’s care units specifically for adults with developmental disabilities. With these, we will be able to expand our service to 20 additional adults. With the support of the community of San Diego, those in Sacramento and more beyond the state, our residents need us to continue building awareness on the issues we are facing.

Join us in supporting our residents. This edition of the Navigator is filled with opportunities to make your voice heard, your time and talents count, and your donations make a large and lasting impact. On behalf of the folks and the staff at Noah Homes, I want you to know that I could not be more proud to have such a generous and ambitious group of supporters. It is your help that is continuing to enable me to fight for our folks this year and for the next 30 years and beyond.

Noah Homes, Inc.619/660-6200619/660-1481 Faxwww.noahhomes.org

Board of DirectorsPresident Jim Provencher Vice President Jack CohenSecretary Rev. Scott A. BurniaTreasurer Adam Larson Board MembersMary BonesPhilip CurtisPenny DuaneRandy GustafsonSeva SotoWalter TendlerJerry WillsDana ZhangFather Bill Springer (Appointee)

Mission StatementNoah Homes, Inc. is a Catholicorganization serving all faiths,whose mission is to provide exceptional residential services and opportunities for adults with intellectual and develop-mental disabilities. Our goal is to maximize each individual’s independence in a commu-nity environment that fosters dignity and respect, as well as personal and spiritual growth.

Noah Navigator is a publicationof Noah Homes, Inc. a non-profit501 (C) (3) organization licensedby the State of California to provide residential care for people with developmental disabilities.

Cover Design and Photo: Rick Nocon. Noah Residents from top left: Tommy Dutcher, Christina Shihata, Gary Greco, Christine Frantz, and Pinkee Lauridsen

Molly Nocon, CEO

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Letter from the Board President

I am pleased to introduce myself as the new President of the Noah

Homes Board of Directors. It is an honor to follow in the footsteps of former chair Gail Sullivan. On behalf of the entire board, I want to thank Gail for her three years of service to Noah Homes and her contributions to the forward momentum of this board and the organization. Her skills and direction positioned us to tackle the growth and expansion necessary to continue to serve those who need loving and secure homes, and to help them grow and experience their lives to the fullest.

I invite you to visit our website and see the numerous opportunities to get to know our mission and the residents we serve. Their desire to be an integral part of their community can only be realized with your help. Noah Homes has made this year one of partnering with the San Diego community. While we serve

70 residents, there are hundreds of family members who depend upon the health and stability of Noah Homes to continue their life journey and hundreds of thousands who are influenced by Noah’s advocacy.

Noah Homes opened its doors 30 years ago with six residents and one home. Now, the reach of this forward-thinking organization routinely touches society on many levels. For instance, we are currently educating the Lanterman Coalition on the true costs of running a facility like Noah Homes so that a case can be presented to the Department of Developmental Services for ensuring that the approximately 270,000 persons with developmental disabilities receive the services and support they require to lead more independent and productive lives. While we work hard to continue to operate in the black, state and federal aid do not satisfy the financial needs of our current eight houses and

staff of 80, let alone the possibility of expansion for the more than 200 people on our waiting list. For now, it is the support of private donors, corporations and foundations that keep our programs, operations and capital development programs afloat.

And with that, I am looking forward to meeting many of you on our campus and at our upcoming Summer BBQ and Brewfest on July 12th. You are vital to the growth of Noah Homes and we thank you for caring and being a part of the change.

Jim Provencher, President

Noah in the News

San Diego Business Journal 12/3/13 | KUSI News 3/16/14 | San Diego Reader 4/2/14

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Noah Residents Go InternationalWhen life gets stressful, we all

appreciate some time off, and if we get really lucky, we manage to carve out time for a little V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N! Seven of the lucky ladies of Noah Homes decided it was time for them to set off on a vacation and in Noah Homes style that meant a cruise was in order. Two months later, Mary Mueller, Hope Hodson, Leona Melton, Sandi Angellini, Fran Bear, Mary Palmer and Raquel Salazar took off with staff members Sandra Rocco-Melville and Molly Nocon for four days of fun with Carnival Cruises to explore Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico.

The first day was one at sea and the weather cooperated. Shopping was a top priority and bingo was a close second. Lunch served by attentive stewards made the ladies feel really special, followed by relaxation in the cabin, movies and an impromptu fashion show with new clothing finds that made for the perfect ending to the day.

There was just enough time to dress up for a formal night at sea. The group also toured the promenade and posed for a number of photos for a memory book that

became a perfect souvenir of their time together.

“It was extra special for Sandra and me to have one-on-one time with ladies and to learn more about their

likes and dreams,” said Molly. “Their excitement over special foods and the chance to have ‘whatever dessert they wanted’ was priceless.”

After touring Catalina and Ensenada, many active passengers were curious about our folks and stopped to say hello. People were surprised that “vacations were possible for them” and that “two

staff could manage this adventure.” The ladies were happy to have the attention and provided lots of great answers to their questions. Sandra and Molly also assured them that the whole group was having lots of fun.

There was not one deck left undiscovered, including the one with the spa. Complete with manicures and pedicures, the ladies exited the ship looking elegant and well relaxed. Taking seven adventuresome ladies out was a true pleasure for Sandra and Molly, and they are looking forward to planning more vacations for the folks.

The ladies pose for a picture off Catalina IslandSeeing the sights in Ensenada, Mexico.

Seeing the sights in Ensenada, Mexico.

Running Around Downtown El Cajon

Tina Quinagon and Alyssa Moniz push Scotty and Christie across the Green Mile finish line.

Staff member Caitlin Dannaher and her mother show off their 5k medals.

At the Second Annual Run East County St. Patrick’s Day Half

Marathon in El Cajon, Noah Homes’ residents and staff mingled with new friends, participated in the races and even made an appearance on two news stations!

Team Noah was comprised of about 50 residents and a handful of staff to conquer the Green Mile and the 5k. Participants received a medal and some of the folks are still wearing them with pride.

Noah Homes’ participation in the race was supported by generous contributions from our donors, and the

proceeds go to benefit Noah Homes, our friends St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center and Partners With Industry. It was a wonderful way for the folks to get out and participate in their community and show how active Noah can be.

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Opportunity to Give BIG May 6The San Diego Foundation is pleased

to announce an innovative way to recognize and support the positive work of local nonprofits in the San Diego community. On Tuesday, May 6, they will be hosting giveBIG, an online networking and giving event where nonprofits have the opportunity to gain exposure to and start relationships with new donors, and for people in the San Diego region to come together to raise as much money as possible for local nonprofits in a time-sensitive period.

Support Noah Homes by spreading the word and making a donation on our customized giveBIG event webpage: http://bettergivingsd.guidestar.org/NonprofitProfile.aspx?OrgId=35527.

The Foundation and other sponsors have committed $150,000 to incentivize giving

during this event, so that nonprofits will receive a proportion of this pool based on how much money they raise during the event.

Donors choose their donation amount, with a minimum gift starting at $25. As an example, if an organization raises 5 percent of the total amount raised during the event, they will receive 5 percent of the incentive pool.

There is no limit as to how much a donor may give to a nonprofit, but only the first $1,000 of every gift will be counted towards incentive pool funds. The San Diego Foundation’s giveBIG 2014 event will be taking place in conjunction with the larger national day-of-giving event that is also taking place on May 6, Give Local America.

http://www.sdfoundation.org/ Grants/giveBIG.aspx

More than $2 million is

expected to be raised for

over 315 nonprofits in

San Diego County.

Join Us For Last Wednesday LuncheonsNoah Homes is participating, collaborating, and educating and we are proud to announce our new Last Wednesday Luncheons this summer.

We are busy working with affiliated organizations, providing education to caregivers and providers, and connecting with progressive health and wellness influencers.

The staff, caregivers, and health care

providers of Noah Homes continue to offer love, guidance and support to the “folks” who call our 11-acre campus home. Today, we continue to work toward our vision of limitless possibilities, broadening our network of influencers and supporters, reaching out to the greater San Diego community.

Who should attend? Everyone who is interested in learning more about

the latest advancements in health care, prevention, research, planned giving, and the changing environment of caring for adults with disabilities. RSVP today for a brief campus tour and complimentary light lunch at one of our Last Wednesday Luncheon events.

For more information, contact Sandra Benton at 619.660.6200 ext. 121 or sbenton@noahhomes.org.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS ☛

5/28 Alzheimer’s Research

Michael Rafii, MD, PhD, UCSD

6/25 Advancements in Ophthalmology

Eric J. Linebarger, MD, Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group

7/30 Adult Immunization & Prevention

Jane Reldan, MD, Family Practice Physician

8/27 Planned Giving

Christy Wilson, Executive DIrector, Rancho Santa Fe Foundation

Grant Funding Makes a Difference

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Wheels in Motion! Morgan Mulvaney and Lala Betanzos easily get in and out of our new ADA Accessible van.

Does Your Employer Have a Giving Program?Noah Homes launched a formal

grantsmanship process in November 2013 with the top priority of developing a substantive case for support from federal, state, local, foundation and corporate funding opportunities for Noah Homes’ Energy Efficiency & Greening Project. By the end of January 2014, letters of inquiry and formal requests for support were sent to the top 25 prospects whose priorities and interest most closely match the needs of Noah Homes. This process will continue for several months.

Noah Homes makes funding requests to many corporations and businesses throughout San Diego County.

Most funders give priority to those organizations where their employees are involved as volunteers, donors, or committee/board members. They want to know who you are and what you do in partnership with Noah Homes. Some even ask that one of their employees be the sponsor of the request for support.

As we scroll through our internal database, we have come to realize that we do not have substantial documentation on the employers of our friends and family here at Noah Homes. Please help us improve our ability to get funding by sending us an email that includes your name, the name

of your employer, and if applicable the name of your spouse, and their employer. An additional benefit to having employer information is stretching your financial contributions with an employer-matching gift. Employer matching gift policies and forms are usually available in accounting or human resource departments. It would be helpful if you would provide Noah Homes with your employer’s matching gift form so that you can maximize your financial contributions. Matching gift information can be sent to Sandra Benton at 619.660.6200 ext. 121 or sbenton@noahhomes.org.

New Van Supports Independence

The residents, staff and families of Noah Homes would like to thank

the community for their support in the purchase of two vehicles to be used for day-to-day transportation to job sites, health appointments, community events and more.

As the cost of care continues to rise,

community support is vital to ensuring the residents are living active and productive lives. This includes a need for transportation.

In search of two vans to supplement the current fleet, Noah Homes received a gift that continues to give. A fully loaded van with a state-of-the-art wheel chair

ramp, hydraulic lowering mechanism and remote operation was purchased through a grant from the Veteran’s Administration for a war veteran diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He took possession of the van in November of 2013 and tragically passed away in January. His widow graciously agreed to sell Noah Homes the van for $45,000 – more than $25,000 under its estimated value.

The second vehicle was found through collaboration with local dealerships and was purchased for $21,000.

With the cooperation of several generous donors, Noah Homes has received the funds needed to purchase both vehicles and even a budget for gas, including:

n $35,000 from the Ark AngelFoundation

n $25,000 from A-1 Self Storage,through the Caster Family Foundation Rotary Donor Advised Fund

n $10,000 from the Girard family

n $2,500 from Don/Leslie Crawford

Right now, Noah is collecting funds for solar panels that will combat

the significant increase to our electricity bill as of September 2013, when SDGE raised its rates. Although the initial costs are high, we are projecting to see substantial savings within the first year and eventually, a net benefit projection of more than $1 million.

We also are continuing to grow our garden and are looking forward to planting our orchard (see story on page 8) this spring!

On January 17, the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla granted Noah Homes $2,500 for energy saving appliances.

“Kiwanis is all about giving back to those making a difference,” said Kiwanis Club Member Wally Matranga, who helped orchestrate the grant giving. “In addition

to Noah Homes’ role as an extended family member of our community, the organization shows tremendous financial stewardship, environmental consciousness and an exciting vision for the future – we

are happy to show our support.”

Matranga was first introduced to Noah Homes through a neighbor, Dick King, whose two sons are residents.

Chartered in 1925, the Kiwanis Club of La Jolla has grown to be a viable and valuable resource in the community. Kiwanis Club of La Jolla raises more than $200,000 a year through its fund raising events, such as the La Jolla Half Marathon.

It is community support that enables us to move forward on projects like these. Every donation makes a difference. For those with a passion for going green, Noah Homes welcomes the help!

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From left to right: Kiwanis Club of La Jolla President Craig Bratlien, Noah Resident David Larson, Noah Homes CEO Molly Nocon, Noah Homes Family Member Dick King, and Noah Homes Friend Wally Matranga.

Does Your Employer Have a Giving Program?

Going Green with Grants

“Kiwanis is all about giving back to those

making a difference,”

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Breaking Ground On Noah’s Interpretive Orchard GardenThe La Mesa Sunrise Rotary is at

it again, helping Noah Homes to reach another important milestone in going green and improving the quality of life for our residents. With Rotarian Peggy Davis at the helm of this project, the group donated 43 semi dwarf fruit trees – apples, figs, pears and more – to be planted as an orchard right next to Casa de Felicidad. Sue Creveling, Noah supporter and longtime volunteer in our garden, offered up her expertise in planning the layout of the orchard and coordinating the planting alongside Peggy. With International Rotarians at Work Day on April 26th, the Noah team is tilling and preparing the plot of land that is undergoing a magnificent transformation. On the international day of service, La Mesa Rotarians mulch, plant trees, and install paths with signs that are making this haven not only a source of food, but a place of relaxation and learning for our residents.

With an already mature and beautifully manicured campus, it is exciting to find opportunities to expand and improve. We are also continuing to seek grants and other funding opportunities from corporate and private donors. Enriching the lives of our residents is of the utmost importance and we are proud to be serving fresh produce from our own land.

For updates on this project and opportunities to donate, please visit our website.

Prep work gets underway on the patch of land near Casa de Felicidad by Maintenance Manager Dennis Minyard.

Making room for the orchard!

Volunteer Sue Creveling works with staff to ready the ground for planting.

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Thank you Senator Anderson for your support!

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Rock the Boat – Make Your Voice HeardThe average reimbursement rate to a

group home in California is $3 per hour, the equivalent to the minimum wage in 1980. Individuals with developmental disabilities deserve more support than that and Noah Homes is making sure that message is heard.

Starting in 2009, Molly Nocon, CEO of Noah Homes, met with then Assemblyman Joel Anderson and a representative from his office, Maggie Sleeper, to discuss what policy changes could be made to better serve adults with developmental disabilities. They not only became instant fans of Noah Homes and our folks, they became crucial advocates to our cause.

Now-Senator Anderson sponsored legislation for Noah Homes in 2012 that would have returned the ability to have a separate sleep shift to pay our staff more money – currently staff must be paid hourly to sleep; formerly it was flat fee. The legislation died in committee after a year. Fortunately, the visibility and name recognition of Noah Homes landed Molly a seat on a committee called the Lanterman Coalition, a collection of 25 different state agencies and organizations that see the need to speak from one, more powerful, voice. The intent of the coalition is to create much-needed sustainability within the support system for individuals with developmental disabilities. This includes the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), which is charged with funding the 21 Regional Centers throughout California .

Prior to the creation of the Lanterman

Coalition, our industry voice was fragmented. Legislators sometimes heard conflicting evidence from day programs, residential programs, regional centers and unions. This left DDS on the sidelines, broken and without guidance, while more organized coalitions within foster care and education made more compelling arguments for scarce state funding.

Through the Lanterman Coalition, Molly is now educating Legislators about issues facing our industry, where the majority of staff serving this fragile population makes minimum wage, and – outside of Noah Homes and a few other large agencies – have no benefits, no paid sick time and no vacation time. Not surprisingly, the turnover rate in our industry can reach more than 100 percent annually, especially in smaller organizations. It’s troubling to see the effects this can have on those we serve, and even more troubling to see the Regional Centers case loads continue to rise as funding continues to be cut.

The Lanterman Act was passed into law in 1969 to protect and serve individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. It is the duty of Noah Homes, the Regional Centers, DDS and many more to uphold that law. The good news is this industry learned a vital lesson: put aside petty differences and stand with one voice. By refining and delivering a message that is easy to understand and stand behind, we can educate Legislators on the history and current importance of the Lanterman Act. The bad news is the system has been broken and massive

budget cuts have continued to erode operations for the last 15 years.

The time to act is now. Reimbursement rates need to be adjusted to ones that are sufficient for 2014, not 2003 when they were originally frozen. Legislators need to enact new policies that recognize people with disabilities are living far longer, sometimes more than twice as long as they were in 1969, when the Lanterman Act was passed. The need to fund “aging” is imperative.

The issue of funding care and services for the approximately 270,000 individuals with developmental disabilities affects us all. Taxpayer money is funding outdated state-run housing facilities for adults with developmental disabilities that are costing upwards of $425,000 per resident, per year. Compare that to the private provider at $50,000-$100,000 per year.

We can be a strong voice, and our Legislators can hear us. Molly is now making monthly trips to Sacramento where she meets with Legislators sitting on key budget committees.

Please be sure you know your representative, pick up the phone to make an appointment, write a letter and get others to do the same. Molly will gladly guide anyone willing to take the time. To Legislators, each letter or email they receive means there are many more of their constituents who feel the same way and don’t take the time to write. If we make our voices heard, we will make headway, and they will take notice.

San Diego County Supervisor Dianne Jacob has been a long-time supporter of Noah Homes and continues to make care for individuals with disabilities a priority.

After touring our campus several times and meeting with Dr. Michael Rafii at UC San Diego Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Supervisor Jacob realized more attention needed to be given to Alzheimer’s care and research. Alzheimer’s disease is now the third-leading cause of death in San Diego County. When Supervisor Jacob was informed of our plans to build dementia care facilities

on the Noah Homes campus, she was excited. She even made Alzheimer’s a focus of her 2014 State of the County address. More than 60,000 people in San Diego County have the disease. That number is expected to double in the next 15 years.

Dianne also asked Noah Homes to assist her in developing a County Seal program that would recognize quality care homes. Recent cases of abuse in residential care facilities for the elderly have caused concern among local Legislators. Noah Homes is pleased to participate in the planning and establishment of criteria and standards for all San Diego care homes.

Seal of Approval from Supervisor Dianne Jacob

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Plugged in to the Community

Food for Thought

It’s back into the community we go as Noah Homes plans for another off-

campus event! Later this summer we will be co-hosting a concert in downtown El Cajon, titled “Plugged In East County.”

The event is being co-hosted by our good friends at St. Madeline Sophie’s Center and proceeds are going to benefit both of our organizations, serving adults with developmental disabilities. Plugged In found its roots as a “Leadership East County” project through the East County Chamber of Commerce. Part of the event’s purpose is to serve the local El Cajon economy by bringing San Diegans eastward to a vibrant community some may otherwise have never experienced.

Currently, the event committee is looking for some of the best emerging San Diego

bands to play this outdoor concert in the Scott Street Promenade on September 13th. The addition of a beer garden made up of several of San Diego’s world-class local breweries and partnerships with surrounding restaurants and businesses make for an event that will be enjoyed by all. The City of El Cajon is also lending a helping hand and hopes for an experience that we can all look forward to annually. Official announcements for this free event will be made in June and ticket sales for VIP seating will be released soon after.

If you would like to get involved, the committee is currently looking for underwriting for some of the costs to run the event, as well as a title sponsor. We are excited to share that Taylor Guitars and Deering Banjo have already signed on to be in-kind sponsors of the event.

It is our great pleasure to host the quarterly Friends and Family Barbecue, where we share updates on what is going

on at Noah Homes and enjoy spending time together. There is something very special about seeing our folks’ faces light up as their parents and loved ones make their way up the hill from the community center to the homes. Being surrounded by bright smiles, warm hugs and happy tears, it is impossible not to get caught up in the joy surrounding you. This last visit on March 9th was no different.

Family members gathered together in our community center as our CEO, Molly Nocon, updated the group on our progress and planning to build two more houses serving as much needed dementia care units. Molly shared her experiences from recent trips to Sacramento where she met with other concerned industry specialists in an attempt to unfreeze funding as well as to petition for compensation to adjust for the increases in minimum wage (more on this on page 11).

Everyone was quickly reminded of what we are fighting for. As unfamiliar as these uncharted new territories and obstacles are to us all, we are moved to action by the love for our residents, our families and our friends. Thank you to all of our supporters who joined us at the BBQ and who are continuing to support our folks!

At the Friends and Family BBQ

Friends and Family enjoy a potluck lunch provided by the Casa Families at our quarterly Friends and Family BBQ!

Tommy Dutcher gives us a wave as he enjoys his lunch!

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A Volunteer’s Perspective: Gabriel (Alex) Labeyta

Before my junior year of high school, Noah Homes did not even exist to me.

It was just a building next to Steele Canyon High School that I would sometimes pass. In fact, as insensitive as it might sound, I really only started going to Noah Homes because I needed more community service hours. My friend Sammi originally got me going to Noah. We would just walk over after school and start volunteering. I remember we used to do these Richard Simmons workouts with the folks when I first started and I couldn’t stop laughing at the videos. I guess that’s when I really started to feel something for the folks, just seeing the happiness in their faces when we would do activities with them, whether it was a workout video or coloring. I started memorizing the names of the residents. I started coming every day after school to see what I could do to help out. When I

volunteered at my first event, Jim Mulvaney’s Concert on the Green, I remember just being plain exhausted afterwards. We had worked what felt like 12 hours that day, most of them in the hot sun. At the end of the day, whether I volunteered two hours or 12, I was just so glad to be helping out. It was more fun than it was work, in all honesty. Fast forward about a year and I was still volunteering at Noah, despite having graduated. At that point, I was treated more like an employee than a volunteer. I felt like a veteran among the volunteers who were just starting. I guess that’s when I decided to actually become an employee. And now I am! And I couldn’t be happier with my job. A lot of people say that you won’t like your first job, because it’s typically just for the money. I guess I’m the exception to the rule, because my job is much more than that to me.

Alex Labeyta, a longtime volunteer has recently begun working at Noah Homes. Welcome, Alex!

Volunteer Spotlight – Zac Blizard

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 1 out of 4 people volunteered in 2013 - the lowest rate since the organization began measuring in 2002.

Did You Know?

While only volunteering for a few short months, Zac Blizard has been transformed by his time at Noah Homes. What started as a graduation requirement has blossomed into

an understanding of people with developmental disabilities, an appreciation for giving back to the community, and a new-found confidence. Zac predominantly helps out at Noah Homes’ weekly “Biggest Loser” activity with the folks: a time to educate about making healthy choices. But that’s not all he’s done. He recently cheered on Team Noah at the St. Patrick’s Day 5k in El Cajon.

There’s no doubt that our volunteers are an indispensable part of Noah, and we’re incredibly grateful to have dedicated volunteers such as Zac. If you know someone that you think would be a good fit, please let us know!

“Seeing everyone cheering and being so supportive – it was a great experience. Everyone is so positive

with each other.”

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Meet Sandra Benton Noah’s New Director of Development

A west coast original, Sandra Benton (who we affectionately refer to as

“Benton” to avoid confusion with Sandra Rocco-Melville) recently moved from one of the northwestern-most corners of the US – San Juan Islands, Washington State – to one of the southwestern most US cities – sunny San Diego. While Sandra considers herself to be a coastal native, she has also lived and worked in both Las Vegas, Nevada, and Atlanta, Georgia, where she attended high school and college. Benton on-boarded with Noah’s development team in February 2014, bringing with her more than 20 years of progressively challenging experience in both for- and not-for-profit business development, marketing, communications and operations.

In her new position as Noah Homes Director of Development, Benton is responsible for leading Noah’s long-term community outreach and awareness initiatives and implementing professional fundraising goals to support operations, programs, capital projects, and the endowments. Among Benton’s many professional goals and objectives this year is to offer guidance and direction to Noah’s internal team and to create more opportunities for the organization to partner and collaborate with the greater San Diego community. Benton is also

working to educate the outside world about all of Noah’s amazing programs and services and ways people can get involved including Noah’s new and improved volunteer program. Additionally, Benton is working closely with Molly Nocon, CEO, to cultivate relationships with new friends and donors, identify prospective major gift donors, and partner with foundations and corporations who may be a good fit for sponsorships, grants, and Noah’s future capital campaign.

Benton is already hard at work launching several community outreach initiates. This summer, the new Last Wednesday Luncheons will invite leaders to participate in speakerships and discussions on issues pertaining to Noah Homes and the larger community. Guest speaker Dr. Michael Rafii, Associate Medical Director of the NIH-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Cooperative Study and Attending Neurologist at the Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (among many other titles) will be kicking things off on May 28th by speaking on the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s research and a ribbon cutting ceremony by the San Diego Chamber. Also new, the Summer BBQ & Brewfest on July 12th has already pledged support from the Mulvaney family, members of the Nice Guys, the Ark Angel Foundation

and the Ferrantelli Family. By combining two previous events into one larger event, Noah Homes is able to spend more time and allocate more resources towards making this inaugural Summer BBQ & Brewfest the best event we’ve ever had.

“I’m still getting to know all of Noah’s amazing folks, many of whom stop by my office on a regular basis to keep me in line. Now that several of the folks have been told this year’s event will feature a Beatles tribute band, the pressure is really on! I’m definitely looking forward to meeting many more of Noah’s family and friends who are so passionate about maintaining the existing quality of care and committed to building a solid foundation for the future. Working together, I know we will make a difference not only in the lives of the folks who live at Noah today, but also in the lives of all the new adults who are Noah’s next generation of folks, and the hundreds of people who are part of their extended families,” she stated.

You can reach Sandra at 619.660.6200, ext. 121 or sbenton@noahhomes.org.

There is nothing quite like seeing a project come to completion. In our Fall 2013 issue of the Noah Navigator, we were excited to announce the plans to upgrade and install a wheelchair ramp from Casa de Fe to the patio sidewalk to meet fire clearance requirements set forth by the State Fire Marshal. With the help of several of our generous friends, the ramp became a reality at the close of 2013. Simon Wong Engineering and Rey Nocon designed and planned the ramp that led to Burns & Sons Trucking donating and installing the dirt that would lay the foundation. Next up was generous Noah supporter Robert Camacho of JR Construction who donated and poured the concrete, and installed the railings. Chuck Brownyard offered us his expertise and managed the construction. This project is one of many that demonstrates the importance and impact of the supportive community that has taken Noah under its wing.

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Donor Spotlight – Barb and Dick Mauro

Employee of the Year Gricelda Lopez

Gricelda came to Noah as a volunteer. When Gricelda had the opportunity

to work in Esperanza, we knew we had to keep her. She was self-motivated, asked what needed to be done and did everything thoroughly. By her second day of volunteering Gricelda was doing the laundry and helping in the kitchen without having to be asked. Shortly after, she applied for a full-time position and was hired. We were so happy to have her in our Casa. She is patient and so caring of the folks, treating them as family. She quickly learned their needs and

capabilities, and she understands when to push them and when they need help.

She also is quick to recognize medical issues and concerns and is always in communication with her Casa Manager and coworkers. She was at the right place at the right time when she gave CPR to Liz Nuzum of Casa de Fe who was choking and not breathing. Gricelda’s ability to stay calm and utilize the skills she learned in emergency preparedness training saved Liz’s life. By the time paramedics responded, Gricelda had cleared Liz’s airway and her color had

started to return to her face. We were blessed to have Gricelda working on that day, and everyday.

Gricelda is not only admired for her leadership, but also for her work ethic. She arrives to her shifts on time, seldom calls out and she even volunteers to help on her time off. She is an important piece of the Noah Homes family, going above and beyond her duties to ensure our folks are getting the best care possible. Gricelda loves what she does and the folks of Esperanza love having her there.

ThankYou!

We are proud to highlight Dick and Barbara Mauro as our outstanding

donors in this issue of the Noah Navigator. In addition to their financial generosity, the couple has also been incredibly giving of their time and talent. Their part in the Noah Homes story began 15 years ago when they met several of our folks at a local Catholic service. Immediately touched by the warmth and spirit of that day, they wanted to find out how they could get involved. Since then, Barbara has served on our board of directors as both a member and board president for three years. Dick has been a valued advisor to the organization and has been instrumental in assisting us with organizing and maintaining our donor

database. The Mauros have served on several event committees at Noah Homes and are always looking for more ways to get involved. On top of everything else, the pair has adopted Noah residents Scott and Christine Nelson as pen pals, and they regularly send letters and packages. The scale of their involvement spans from strengthening Noah’s financial security, to assuming a hands on role in helping steer the organization, all the way down to showing our folks love on an individual basis. We are continually moved by the Mauros. Much like the impression that our folks left the first time they met 15 years ago, the Mauros and people like them have left a positive and lasting mark on all of us.

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A Huge Thank You to Our 2013 Donors Agarma, RegimundAkers, ClaraAlavian, MichelleAlfrets, Gerald and BernadetteAllan and Lyndsey ArendseeAllen AirwaysAmberg, James & LaureenAmerican Endowment FoundationAnderson, Mary JoAndrade, John and JenniferAndrew McIvor and Maura Conlon-McIvorApka, Mary LeeBach, GloriaBackstreet BreweryBallantine, Grant and SharonBarajas, Rick and GloriaBarken, LeeBarney & Barney FoundationBarrett, RhondaBarth Jr., GordonBarth, BettyBartosh, MaryBass, Michael and MariaBear, JoanBelasquez, MercyBenavidez, GilbertBenitez, SylviaBenshoof, Maxine and KenBlack, Robert and CherylBlake, KathleenBob Baker Auto GroupBolton, Wilbur M.Bones, Mary GillcristBorgerding, Thomas and JeanneBorn, Patricia Ann

Botte, Louis and MargaretBoy Scouts Of America Troop #51Bradburn, JillBrownyard, Charles and CarolBruns, AliceBuddig, Sharon and JohnBurford, Michael and PatriciaBurke, William and Nocon, CatalinaCalderon, Victor and Mary LouCaldwell, Roger and BarbaraCampbell, ThomasCansicio, ElizabethCapistrano, Mary Anne SmallCausecast FoundationCharbonneau Hawkins, EstelleCity National BankClark, DanielClark, KathyClaybrook, Mr. and Mrs.Cohen, Jack and JacquelineColaw, JeriColumbian Foundation #10117Columbian Foundation #9776Columbian Foundation Council #3947Combined Federal CampaignConlon, MichaelCooper, JanetCouncil For Youth EmpowermentCrawford, Leslie & DonCreveling, Mark and SusanCuminskey, BlancheCunningham, Dave & Moira

Daily, RobertDalseth, Jay and CarolDBA Pascua’s Home CareDe Flores, Moira FeighanDean, Paul and NellyDesrochers, PaulDillingham, Steven and VickiDodd, BarbaraDouglas, TinaDuane, PennyDullea, Michael and AngelaDuMoulin, MarieDutcher, MichaelDutcher, Rollo and PhyllisEberhart, JoannEdison International Employee Contribution CampaignEmerson-Power, KristinErshler, DebbieFarthing, Bob and KathyFeneis, PatriciaFenner, David and ShirleyFerrantelli, Peter and Mary EllenFerrantelli, Salvatore and CarolFerrero Family Foundation, Inc.Fielding, George & RobinFinch, Carole L.Finch, Tom and SusanFischer, Robert and BettyFitzgibbons, CarolFleck Family TrustFlores, E.D., CarlosFlynn, CharlesFoley, David and Nancy

Fox, Brian & MarciaFrantz, Becky and Torrento, TobyFrantz, KennFratangello, VictorFugiel, Mary AnnGadzun, LotteGail R. Harrington TrustGarbaczewski, John and ColleenGasendo, AmelitoGerard-Kitnovski, Colette OGhio, AnthonyGianola, RuthGoldbaum MD, Michael and BrendaGracia, HollieGrandi, Paul and SharonGraney, Kevin and CherylGray, Katherine P.Greco, CaraGreco, GuyGreen, Joseph & JuneGreene, Mark and Coplan, AlyceGurbach, ClaraGustafson, RandallGutierrez, RichardHaack, Robert & LenoreHackney, LindaHaines, AmyHaines, CarolineHall, DickenHalter, David and JudithHanson, Edward F.Harmon, Thomas L.and Merle AnnHarrington, KathleenHarry and Judith Collins FoundationHartley Cylke PacificHawkins, Donald R.Hempsey Jr., Joseph

Henry, MarilynHermanson, Philip and RoseHettinger, JamesHickey, Cecile H.Hinman, Chris and KarenHodgetts, HarryHodson, BernadetteHolguin, Henry and CarolinaHolzer, Anthony E.Homan Equipment Repair & Rental, Inc.Howland, Larry and Bridgid EvelynHudak, James and JoannHulsey CorporationIavelli, EldaIngrassia, Antoinette and DominickIvans-Downer, Rebecca P.Jimenez, Conrad and EmmaJoiner, Greg and BarbaraJoiner, MargaretJolaru, Inc.Julie Residential Board & CareKalica, AnthonyKalica, SandraKaye, George and KathyKelly, Jack and JeanKiesel, StephanieKing, LindaKing, Maureen and CharlesKing, RichardKirby, Julia R.Kleege, Robert BruceKnights Of Columbus #9710Krieger, Mr. and Mrs. KerryKrueger, John and KayKulleck, Donald

La Jolla Kiwanis FoundationLacher, Ken and BettieLaguna, LucyLarsen, Robert and MarilynLarson, Adam and PamelaLaslavic, Jim and SusanLauridsen-Jones, Kim and Frances LauridsenLepore, MarthaL’Estrange, John and FlorenceLober, KimberleyLong, HelenLuth, GeneMack, JoelMadruga, AdelineMair, Carvel and BarbaraMarckwardt, BillMartin, Adelia and G. E.Mary Star of the Sea Council #10117Matson, Douglas and MaryMauro, Barbara and RichardMayors, MaryMazenko, DanicaMcCabe, J.M.McColl, PatriciaMcCue, Charles and VictoriaMcCulloch, KariMcCurdy, Charles and SharonMcGrath, KayMcGrath, MadeleineMcGrath, SarahMcIntyre, Kenneth and ElizabethMcKenzie, Joseph and KathrynMellor, LindaMelville, PatriciaMelville, Ted and Sandra

Meyst, GaleMikolajczak Family FoundationMikolajczak, Dr. A.A. and DanutaMiller, A. JohnMiller, KathleenMitchell, RuthMonaghan, James and GailMontgomery, JuneMoore, Thomas and T.R.Morreale, Anthony or Sara MorrealeMulvaney, David and Jean MarieMulvaney, JamesMulvaney, Tom and KarenMulvaney, TraceeMulvihill, Daniel F.Munz, SueMurillo, HugoMurray, Terrance and AnnNagel, Donna M.Naghibi, YasharNauert, ScottNavarro Family TrustNeilson, MarkNoah’s Ark Angel FoundationNocon, EdNocon, ProfiriaNocon, Rey and MollyNocon, RobertoNordell, CharleneNoya, Rosamaria Acuna and RonaldOates, William and PamelaO’Connor, DennisO’Connor, Joseph and ColleenO’Connor, Mary M.Oei, Ivan and JocelynOhea, Graham and Eve

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Oliver, Albert and MariaOrendain , Helen and BuffyOur Lady Of The Rosary, San DiegoParadowski, Anthony and HelenParker, Barbara P. and Holland, DennisPaxton, RonPeter J. Hughes Peters, JohnPflaum, LynPhilip Mayr TrustPicco, BarbaraPickett, AnnaleePires, AnnettePlowman, Russell and DonnaPopyack, Carol and JoanPotter, DonnaPower, Mary JanePrincipato, John A.Provencher, JamesPruchnik, RobertQuinlan, David and MarilynRaber, Robert and AndreaRamm, Dorothy I.Ravenis, Joseph V. J.RCP Block & Brick Inc.Reeves, Bill and Mikolajczak, CelinaRena, Frederico and LiliaRepp, CarmelRezcare PharmacyRiemann, Dr. Richard and AnneRinderer, LauraRobinson, PatriciaRodi, JenniferRos, Hans and TayaRoyer, Denis and CarolynRuef, Michael and KatarinaRuff & Associates

LLCRuse, DoreneSacred Heart ChurchSacred Heart, Ocean BeachSaenz, AngelaSage, Colin & AmySage, Gary and MaureenSalazar, Mary JoSally,ElizabethSanta Maria, BerniceSaucier, JackSchalin, JamesSchelkun, SusanSchoonderwoerd, RitaSears, PattiSexton, Michael F.Sherry, Ken and KathySherry, ConnieSievert, R.G. and Mary AnneSisters Of Social ServiceSJICSoto, SevaSpady, JudySpooner, Steve & ValerieSpringer, KathySpringer, WilliamSt. Elizabeth Seton Catholic ChurchSt. Gregory The GreatSt. Lucy’s Priory Of GlendoraSt. Luke Roman Catholic ChurchSt. Luke Roman Catholic Church-Las Madrinas GuildSt. Madeleine Sophie’s CenterSt. Martin’s Of Tours Women’s ClubStanton, WilliamSteagall, CliffordStokes, Mary AnnStokes, Paul and NancyStolberg, Margaret

Sturdivant, JoySullivan, GailSwartz-King, JillSwedewood, Inc.Tannehill, Frank WTendler, WalterThe Benevity Community Impact FundThe Cloonan CorporationThe Cupcake StoreThe Julius J. Pearl FundThe Shared FundTrihydro CorporationTrueblood, PhyllisTrujillo, Robert and Phyllis AnnValera, Claudio and LeslieVeinbergs, Julio and Kathleen AnnViejas EnterprisesVierra, Don and PattyWallis, Russell and JodiWalsh, John F.Walton, MarkWard, EdWeddle, JessieWellman, JamesWhelan, BarbaraWhite, Richard and ColleenWilliams, Knox & JuneWilliamson, Carol and MattWills, Constance M.Wojdowski, Steve and PatWolfe, ElaineWolpert, Michael and CharlotteWood, BryanWood, Virginia & ThomasYandell, Lucia and Brad

Young, JoyZang, TheresaSpecial Event Sponsors

City National BankDutcher, MichaelFerrantelli, Peter and Mary EllenFox, MarciaGarbaczewski, John and ColleenHaack, Robert & LenoreMcCabe, J.M.Spady, JudySt. Gregory The GreatMonthly Pledges

Barth, Gordon and PatBelasquez, MercyBlack, Robert and CherylBlake, KathleenBorn, Patricia Ann and Pruchnik, RobertCalderon, Victor and Mary LouCarosella, David D.Conlon, MichaelDalseth, Jay and CarolDutcher, MichaelEdison Int’l Employee Contribution CampaignFrantz, Becky and Torrento, TobyFrantz, KennGerard-Kitnovski, Colette OGianola, RuthHarmon, Thomas L. and Merle AnnHenry, MarilynHillson, Susan F.Holguin, BrendanHolguin, Henry and CarolinaKalica, Anthony

Kareh, EricKiesel, StephanieKirby, Julia R.Larsen, Robert and MarilynMauro, Barbara and RichardMontgomery, JuneNevins, MaripatNocon, Rey and MollyOrendain, Helen Patnode, David and MariannePlowman TrustPlowman, Russell and DonnaRaber, Robert and AndreaRamm, Dorothy I.Ruef, ChristopherRuef, Michael and KatarinaSage, Gary and MaureenStokes, Mary AnnSullivan, GailWade, Richard and MaryWicklund, SusanIn Kind Donations

Bates, BarbieBertrand At Mister A’sCasa GuadalajaraCrawford, Leslie & DonDel Mar Thoroughbred ClubDePriest, SusanEl IndioHodson, BernadetteHodson, EricJasmine Creek FloristLaguna, LucyLH FootcareMariann NagelMeyst, GaleMills, Don and Rosa

Nagel, Tari and EricPhilip CurtisPRP Wine InternationalRowin, Allen and KathrynShades Oceanfront BistroSolare LoungeSpinazzola, DanielSprites Of East CountyStewart, KarenThe Cupcake StoreVierra, Don and PattyVillard, Grace

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Noah’s Ark Angel Foundation

Warm Regards,Peter J. Ferrantelli , Chair, Noah’s Ark Angel Foundation

Special Friends,

Each fall and spring when it’s time for the Noah Homes Navigator magazine, I agonize over what words to use to help everyone understand how special Noah Homes and

Noah’s Ark Angel Foundation are. Judging from your generosity, I now realize all of the pertinent adjectives describing the Noah Universe have meant something to you. The words are: dignity, loving care, a feeling of independence, peace, tranquility, serenity and safety. I would like to say something more than thanks. Therefore, in each issue I will share with you donor stories. I wish I could tell all of them but it would take approximately 100 years. Some stories will have photos when available.

Three years ago, Mr. Fred Hall, Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council 1349 asked if it was true that Noah’s Ark Angel Foundation had a match program for donations received. I responded that we did have a program and would welcome the Knights’ participation. I soon became aware of the hours spent by these men selling Tootsie Rolls to support organizations serving those with intellectual and physical disabilities. Noah’s Ark Angel Foundation received gifts totaling $1,942 from Council 1349 presented by Fred Hall and Ron Sheehan, and the gifts were matched.

Mr. Fred Hall and Mr. Ron Sheehan were kind enough to spread the word among their fellow Knights in other Councils. I had the pleasure of addressing all of the Knights of Columbus Councils. As a result, Mr. Ed Dondero Grand Knight of Council 9332 offered support and we received their gifts totaling $4,495.76, which were matched. Lord have mercy, that’s a lot of Tootsie Rolls!! The photos at right show the gift presentations by Councils 9332, 9665 and 1349. To all who are reading this, PLEASE BUY THOSE TOOTSIE ROLLS!!!

“What you do today will last a Lifetime” — PJF

My fun thought for the day: “Love is Here to Stay”Words and Music by George and Ira Gershwin

“It’s very clear…

Our Love is here to stay….Not for a year but ever and a day.”

Donations to the endowment fund are not here and gone in a day

but work in the fund “forever and a day.”

A Note from

Recently, the Foundation approved grants to Noah Homes for $30,000 for a

new roof and $35,000 for a specially equipped van. The interest and dividends

earned from your gifts made this possible.

Fred Hall and Peter: Knights of Columbus Council 1349.

Joseph Malabanan, Knights of Columbus Council #9665; Sandra Benton, Development Director of Noah Homes; and Peter.

Dr. Ed Reidy, Intellectual Disabilities Drive Chairman 2013, and Peter with Ed Dondero, Grand Knight Council #9332.

Peter and Ron Sheehan Council #1349.

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Securing the Future

Eternal

Ferrantelli, Peter & Mary Ellen Fitch, WalterMikolajzcak Family

Platinum

Garbaczewski, John & ColleenMulvaney Foundation, Jim & RuthSanDisk Corp Silicon Valley Comm Foundation Tighe, Susan

Gold

AT&T San DiegoEyer, MichaelKitnovski, Colette GerardShihata, Dr. Alfred & ShadiaWilliams, Knox & JuneZynda, Lawrence

Silver Cotler,Steve & MarjorieFreitas, Archie & JoanHardtarfer, Mrs. AlanLarson, Adam & PamelaMacDonald, Mark & BrookeNorris, Francis & MildredReese, Dean & Dran MaySecurity Fence Co. Yudakufski Foundation

Ark Angels Asaro, AndrewAsaro, StevenAyers, LynnChevron Humankin Columbian Founda-tion Knights Council #1349 Contasti, SamFerrantelli, Salvatore & CarolGuidi, Gino & SusanGustafson, Randall & AlisonHauck, BettyHead, Albon & DebraHempsey, MaryHunt, Dr. Ben & EdieHunt, JosephHutton, Dennis & MaryKassebaum, DavidKing, Charles & MaureenLa Jolla Kiwanis Foundation Larsen, Robert & MarilynLilly, Michael & TraceyMcCarthy, AntoinetteMorris, Dr. Tim & PrudyNocon, Reynaldo & MollyPavel, Dr. Frank & MadeleinePrincipato, John & MaryRaber, Robert & AndreaRayne Of No. County San Diego Robinson, PatriciaSage, Colin & AmySardo, Vito & CarolSciuto, Leo & FrancesSeiber, John & PatriciaStevenson, Shane & ToniSweet, JeffTrometter, Robert & NancyTurner, MarilynUPS EmployeesWallis, Russell & JodiWalton, Mark & LynetteWilliams, H. Cameron & Jeanne

Angels Anderson, Sister Mary JoAsaro, Vince & TrishAshcraft, Keith & JudyBarich, MarionBartosh, Sister MaryBeathard, Mark & RhondaBenavidez, Gil & EdithBlack, Robert & CherylBonanno, Martin & JanetBossi, JeanetteBotte, John & ValerieBristol, JanetBurges, CharlesBurke, John & ElizabethBusch, Michael & DianeCapin, BarbaraChapman, Verna JeanClark, DonaColaw, Thierry & JeriConaty, Grant & BarbaraConradt, EverettCooke, Richard & CarolynCoplan, AliceCorrea, Christopher & RachaelCumiskey, BlancheCunningham,Dave & MoiraDalseth, Jay & CarolDesrochers, Paul & JoyceDullea, Michael & AngelaElizabeth Vanhecke, Mark Karwaski &Elliott, KevinFalar, Robert & DianaFehl, Dr. Frederick & LauraFishman, Leonard & BerniceFitzgibbons, CarolFox, Dr. Bryan & MarciaFranz, Robert & JaneFugiel, Mary AnnGaeta, MarijoGaluppo, LouisGianola, RuthGill, Judge David & MarciaGlazebrook, MaxineGoulet, Dana & Jennifer

Greene, Mark & KathrynGreer, GloriaGrieve, FaustinaGuidi, Joseph & JulianaHardin, BridgetHaswell, AmyHeck, CatherineHempsey, John & LindaHempsey, Joseph & YvonneHernacki, Michael & WandaHolderman, Zack & KelleyHope, David & BridgetHopke, Arthur & SaraHopson, Hilton & DemarHormuth, JosephHoward, Dr. Paul & JohnnaHoward, RobertHubka, Mark & JanetHuerta, Humberto & FrancesIhrig, John & MarneJewish Community Foundation Justo, PhilipKegel, John P.Kelly, TeresaKernghan, SusannKerrigan, DorothyKersten, TracieKing, Richard & RosemaryKonkol, Michael & PeggyKopel, RachelLemm, JudyLessels, PattyMacie, Richard & MonicaMartin, Mervyn & KathleenMcCurdy, Charles & SharonMcFadden, Robert & JanMichael Bajo FamilyMills, Don & RosaMontgomery, JuneMurphy, MichaelNeinast, Fred & PatriciaNolan, KyoshiNorris, TimOdell, MaryPacale, MelodyPalmer, Shirley

Paxton, RonaldPlowman, Russell & DonnaPomponi, James & EthelRaber, ScottRaddatz, SarahRank, RitaRath, Mary LouiseRey, Joseph & KathleenRoberts, MildredRobinson, David & EdnaRodi, SusieRonsone, Giuseppi & RosaliaRubin, KarenRuef, Tim & SusanSabel, Stuart & JoyeSage, Gary & MaureenSardo, MarialynSchaffer, DanSchumann, Richard & JuliaSciuto, Frank & VioletScudder, Mary AnnSellers, JohnSheehan, RonSilberman, YaacovSkinner, R.E.Springer, Fr. William A.Staberg, DanStender, Mark & PatriciaStevenson, Harry & BonnieStokes, Mary AnnSwinson, TonyTiffany, HelenTortorelli, ShannonVantassel, BenVeinbergs, Dr. Julio & KathleenWagenbrenner, Sister JoanneWagner, ChristianaWarren, SarahWilliams, Richard & CarolWork, MaryYarowsky, Allen

Noah’s Ark Angel Foundation Donors

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