Last Friday wrapped up another school year in the life of the Noonans.
As I reflected back on all the opportunities afforded my children over the past nine months, I thought I’d write this blog as a sort of thank-you blast to all the very generous donors who made these opportunities a reality.
The Lions, Rotary clubs, VFW posts, restaurants, shops, businesses, cities, sheriff/police/fire departments gave cash, gift certificates, discounts, products, time, expertise and more that were put to work in the classroom or were used by teachers and schools to purchase needed music and physical education equipment, updated technology and resource books; fund field trip transportation and visiting artists; reward students’ achievements; given as silent auction items and carnival prizes at fundraisers; and more.
At an end-of-year program last week, I marveled at the community and business support of our schools. Thank you for responding to what I’m sure feels like an overwhelming number of requests for support.
While I work in the field of organized philanthropy and often read about the great work being done by both large and small foundations, I wanted to take time today to give a shout-out to those small, local organizations and businesses that give because they receive a letter from a neighbor or take the time to listen to a random person who walks through their door.
- Chris Murakami Noonan, MCF communications associate
