September 2022 Newsletter! 
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Thanks to everyone who joined us for our Deck Party BBQ, Angel Comedy at The Brook, and the seven days of gaming! I am happy to announce that our week at The Brook brought in...well, I really can't say right now! I can say this, The Brook was so impressed with our work ethic, our personality, and by YOU, our loyal supporters that they offered us another 3 days in September! September 10, 11 & 12 will be Angel Weekend. They asked that we don’t share the amount publicly until after we collected the final check, and we can take a picture with the BIG check.
 

Speaking of checks, I want to thank Russ Willey from Crypto Charities. I was introduced to Russ last month. The introduction came from Brad Solomon, our web designer and owner of SC Digital. The pitch was to download an app that runs in the background of our computers and raises money by processing Bit Coin. I checked their website and found organizations like Red Cross, SPCA, Wounded Warrior and other were using this to raise money for their cause. Brad has downloaded the app to SC Digital computers and Russ turned his computers to work for Annie’s Angels. After running for one month, Annie’s Angels has received a check for just over $111.00. If all goes well, we could raise more than $1200.00 this year through this app. Naturally, the more computers we have processing, the more money we raise. I understand this isn’t for everyone but if you’re interested, please let me know. I can set up a meeting to have this process explained to you in more detail. You can do your own research at  https://crypto-charities.org/


12th Annual Cause Fore Boz Golf Classic was once again a huge success thanks to Keri's friends and family and other Angel supporters. This annual event helps keep up with the many expenses that are not covered by insurance. On behalf of the entire Bosworth family, we thank you for your support.

 

Bourbon Tasting @ Charlie's Tap House, 9A Ocean Blvd, Hampton from 6pm to 9pm. Why not stop in and sample some good local bourbon for Annie's Angels? There will be five to try! Learn more about how these locally made bourbons are collaborated.
There is a $10.00 donation to benefit Annie's Angels

Please consider joining us for Motorcycle Rally,
Motorcycle Raffle 

1st - ticket draw - Beginner Lesson $349 or a Pro Driving Lesson $250
2nd - ticket draw – Samsung - 75”  $900 Value
3rd - ticket draw – Grand Prize: 2022 H-D Street Glide Value nearly $30,000 or $10,000 CASH!!

Grand Prize Winner is responsible for any and all sales tax. Title Fees. Licensing fees and federal taxes. The Grand Prize winner will receive a 1099 form from Annie’s Angels Memorial Fund Inc. Annie’s Angels Memorial Fund Inc is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. 100% of the net proceeds will benefit Annie’s Angels Memorial Fund Inc.
Winners will be announced on September 17, 2022 @ 2pm at: Gibb’s Garage (3612 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801) in conjunction with 5th Annual Save a Pet; Save a Vet M/C Rally and Car Show https://anniesangels.org All proceeds to benefit Annie’s Angels Memorial Fund 501(c)(3) Ticket Price: $100.00  BUY NOW!  (Maximum of 500 tickets will be sold)
Must be a minimum of 18 years old to participate. Complete rules available at https://anniesangels.org

Remember, we have never said NO to a family
that needs our help and meets our mission.
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My name I Christine Goudin. I have been involved with Annie’s Angels in some capacity since 2010.  First as an Angel family, then as a volunteer, finally being elected to the Board of Directors.   I have not only benefited from the generosity of our supporters but have also aided in passing along desperately needed help.
 
Although I know what goes into making Annie’s Angels the gracious and giving program it is, I never really thought about what goes into it on a daily basis.  The vast number of emails, phone calls, and text that need to be answered and responded to, the meetings, and inquiries made, the networking and educating of the community involved to keep the program running.  I recently had the opportunity to spend the good part of a day seeing exactly what goes on behind the scenes.

On this particular day I met with Bill and Diane DaGiau in the late morning.  They had already been in the office responding to requests and inquiries from area social services programs as well as a myriad of other sources for a couple of hours by this time.  Preparations for The Heavenly Ball, which takes place in May, have already begun.  The venue, music, auctioneer, parking, and lodging all need to be locked down well ahead of time. I began my day with them meeting and touring to confirm several details for the Heavenly Ball. No hints on what’s happening from me!

From there we had another meeting at the S.P.C.A. in Stratham through the Angel Pets for Vets program.  We were helping a veteran get a dog.  The joy and gratitude of the veteran were palpable, and I couldn’t help but smile.  Not only was I happy for this vet, but also the dog who found a furever home.  The vet vowed the dog will never see another shelter and will be showered with love for the rest of her days.  I could also feel the sense of purpose the vet felt by having this dog in his care.  It was such a joyous feeling to fill a need for both of them.  And when I thought of how many vets and animals we have provided this same feeling for, I was overwhelmed with a renewed sense of purpose for all we do at Annie’s Angels.

From there it was on to The Brook in Seabrook to collect a check from the Deck Party and Comedy Show as well as our allotted proceeds from the gaming.  I was in awe of the casino as I had never been there before.  I was even more in awe when we were told that the casino liked our programs so much, they will be donating another three days of gaming proceeds from a period of time in September.  We did not, however, walk in, get a check, and leave.  There was another period of waiting, as a previous meeting for the Brook was running late.  We had a brief meeting while a donation of…well I can’t tell you until after our next three days of gaming, but I can tell you it was a lot!  While there we also discussed future fundraising opportunities on the deck. You’ll have to wait and see what we come up with!

All the time we were out, there were still phone calls, text messages, and emails coming in and being handled.  By now the day was just about over.  It was back to the office to check emails and take care of the messages that came in during the meetings.  And Bill doesn’t clock out at the end of the work day like most of us do.  He’s always got his eyes and ears available for those in need.  I am truly blessed to be a part of such a genuinely caring and giving organization that is Anne’s Angels Memorial Fund.
 
Inquire at anniesangels.org on ways you, too, can feel the joy of helping others in need.