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June 2008
Dear Friend of
NAMI North Carolina:
This is my last
letter of solicitation for contributions this
fiscal year for NAMI North Carolina. My hope is
that you will generously respond, knowing that
your financial support goes toward improving the
quality of life for individuals and their
families living with the debilitating effects of
severe and persistent mental illness.
Why should you
give?
Here are some examples of the good work being
accomplished with your donation and the
donations of others:
-
Building 6
new affiliates,
-
Working to
rebuild and strengthen existing affiliates
through on-site help and consultation,
-
Increasing
Crisis Intervention Team training across the
state by involving local NAMI affiliates in
developing police training,
-
Expanding our
ability to train more and more teachers and
expand our programs
-
Getting the
attention of candidates for office. For the
first time, the need for improved mental
health services is actually on their radar!
I also am so
proud to share with your our recent triumph –
our fourth NAMI Walk, held in Raleigh May l7,
exceeded all goals and expectations. Together,
we raised over $90,000 to go towards NAMI’s
mission of support, education and advocacy for
mental illness. Over 350 walkers representing
53 teams and 14 affiliates had a great day, in a
great location, with lots and lots of fun
activities. One woman commented to the
Executive Director that “NAMI NC is coming back
to life!”
In this special
correspondence, you have an opportunity to
support the Dave Silber Endowment fund (see
attached letter) which was established to build
and strengthen affiliates in North Carolina
through a protected endowment. You may also
choose to make a gift to the annual fund, which
supports our day-to-day immediate operations,
educational programs and advocacy efforts.
Either way, you’re helping where help is much
needed.
It goes without
saying that all of us at NAMI are concerned with
mental health reform and possess the desire to
ensure that NAMI North Carolina continues in
achieving our mission of support, education, and
advocacy. So please, take a few minutes to
complete the enclosed form and return it with
your tax deductible donation.
Sincerely,

Nancye Bryan
Chair,
Development Committee
Board of
Directors, NAMI North Carolina