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STRONGER TOGETHER 100-MINUTE RACE

Fri May 1 - Sun May 3 Rochester, NY 14623 US
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Samantha, Michael and Anika DeMart
Cycling to make a difference!

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We LOVE Heritage Christian Services!

Hi family and friends! Michael, Anika and I have registered for the Stronger Together 100-Minute Race. It’s a virtual race to benefit Heritage Christian Services' Emergency Fund, which provides urgent relief to HCS as it works to recover from financial setbacks from the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds will be directed precisely where they need to go, with three critical areas: to maintain staffing levels and pay overtime and, health and medical supplies, plus support for programs.

As you may know, I've worked for HCS for over 12 years and Michael has worked there for over seven. It's so important to our family; in fact, the people who we work with and the people who chose services from HCS are an extension of our family.  HCS's current staffing, medical equipment and supplies needs are running the agency an extra $600,000 per month, and many of the agency's programs have had to temporarily suspend service, drying up revenue streams. The COVID-19 pandemic has HCS forecasting a budget shortfall of over $4 million by the end of May, and that could be just a drop in the bucket depending on how long it persists. HCS does not qualify for either the SBA's Economic Injury Disaster Loan or the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program established by the CARES Act. 

So, how can you help? As part of Stronger Together, Michael, Anika and I will have 100 minutes to race as many miles as we are able. Will you consider sponsoring us? It would mean a great deal to us and make a big difference of the lives of those supported by HCS. Simply click the link below and it will bring you to our fundraising page.

Thank you again for your consideration. Your gift will make a direct impact on the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities during this unprecedented time.

About HCS:
Heritage Christian Services partners with thousands of people throughout Rochester
and Buffalo to ensure that everyone – including children and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities – feels valued and respected. Most of the agency’s more than 3,000 employees work to support people so they can find the best place to live, work and build strong community connections through residential, day, respite, self-direction and employment supports. The agency is also known for community impact programs that promote high-quality childcare, education, health and wellness, and self-empowerment. 

Although donating online is the most safe and efficient way to make a gift, if you prefer, you can mail your donation to:
Heritage Christian Services
Attn: Sue Hoh / Stronger Together
275 Kenneth Drive, Suite 100
Rochester, NY 14623

Top Donors

$1,830 Raised By 28 Donors

$500 on behalf of Rebecca Schaeffer
$150 in memory of Charles & Carmela Amabile
$100 in support of Anika DeMart
$100 in support of In memory of Katie who is so proud of all of you!
$50 on behalf of allyson czaja
$50 from Anonymous
$50 on behalf of Ella, Leslie & Jason
$50 in memory of Glen A. Gau
$50 on behalf of Janelle Toukatly
$50 on behalf of Jann Nyffeler
$50 on behalf of Megan Battista
$50 on behalf of PHYLLIS AMABILE
$50 on behalf of Rachel Leidenfrost
$50 on behalf of Samantha Webster
$50 on behalf of Susan Barker
$50 on behalf of Suzie Kania
$50 in support of The amazing frontline support professionals at HCS.
$50 in memory of Thomas R. Ross
$50 in memory of Tom Ross
$35 on behalf of Christene DeJong
$25 in support of All The Amazing Staff at HCS
$25 on behalf of Elise Rumpf
$25 on behalf of Heather Wilson
$25 from Anonymous
$25 on behalf of Stephanie Bills
$25 in support of The DeMarts
$25 on behalf of Theresa DiMuro-Wilber
$20 on behalf of Mike Monaghan

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