2010 Fund Raising Letter

Dear Neighbor, 
With your help, the Calaveras County Search and Rescue Team can save lives.  We ask you to consider donating during our 29th anniversary fundraiser, because your support means that we can further our team’s training, upgrade equipment necessary for rescue operations, and maintain the highest level of preparedness for every rescue emergency.

When flooding threatened local neighborhoods and stranded motorists this year, we were there.  We train for swift water rescue so that our community is prepared when disaster strikes.  When skiers became lost and injured during severe weather, we were there.  We train to search under adverse conditions, and to manage rescue operations when the terrain is steep and hazardous.  We are there when you need us: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.  

You can help us maintain our emergency preparedness in any one of these ways:

·  Make a cash or equipment donation,

·  Purchase raffle tickets (for a raffle envelope), or

·  Volunteer and become a member.  

Whichever you choose, thank you for your support.  We rely on contributions from people like you to keep our program strong.  Since our team is all volunteers, be assured that your donation goes directly toward the purchase of needed equipment and training for our members. 

This year’s raffle winner receives a Bear Valley 2010-2011 season ski pass, four family passes to California Caverns, gift certificate for one round of golf for two at La Contenta Golf Club, gift certificate for a one day rental of a patio boat at New Melones.  Due to the generosity of these businesses, this prize package is worth over $1000.   Drawing will be held on October 12, 2010.

On behalf of the team, thank you for any donation you may give.  Your contribution helps us maintain the diverse set of needed skills to quickly respond when disaster threatens the lives of our neighbors and our visitors.  As a favor, please pass this letter and your unused raffle tickets to others who might have an interest supporting our team. 

Best regards,

Steve Stephens
Chairperson Fundraiaing Committee, Calaveras County Search and Rescue

Mike Jones
President, Calaveras County Search and Rescue

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