2018 Annual Report

Opposite left: Steve Largent delivers a powerful keynote speech at the Great Futures Gala. Above: Club members with Gee Scott (ESPN Radio) and
number #80 himself, Steve Largent. Bottom L to R: Gee Scott ignites the audience during the Live Auction, Club members are ready to help our
guests play games during the Social Hour, and a Club member shares from the main stage about some of his favorite snacks at the Club.
Speaking of which, our kids and teens were the pride and
joy of the organization, as expected. It is always a treat to
include them in events, so they meet the people supporting
their opportunities and experiences, and so our guests see
first-hand the confidence and competencies Club staff and
volunteers work to elicit each and every day. They ran the
games and activities, helped in the background, and many
spoke that night, from our tremendously talented Youth of
the Year, Lusana Spitler, to younger members speaking just
a few words in public, for the first time.
So, THANK YOU! Thank you, Skagit County, for your support,
encouragement, and confidence in our Club leadership
to execute a unique experience that raises the necessary
funds required for our important mission. You give so philanthropically,
and from our Board of Directors, and staff, please
know how much it is appreciated. Also, thanks to our many
sponsors, including Title Sponsor, DreamChasersRV of Burlington,
all funds raised went directly to programs that benefit
our Club members.
Our next speaker in the series is being finalized soon,
and an announcement is expected in late May. If you are
interested in receiving information about the announcement
or would like to secure a sponsorship or table before
they are all gone, please be sure to contact Ian Faley, at
ifaley@skagitclubs.org.
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