Development Digest - August 2020
The Development Department has been hard at work during the COVID-19 pandemic, finding creative ways to keep our supporters and friends informed and engaged with life at Monte Vista Grove. Although this unprecedented time has presented obstacles, we are also finding new opportunities and many reasons to be grateful. While we face the financial impact of the pandemic, we have been deeply moved by outstanding generosity and selflessness at a time when many people face their own challenges and uncertainties. We are so blessed by our work, by our supporters, and by the residents and the mission we serve.
FOUNDERS CIRCLE
Our 2020 Founders Circle Committee members are continuing their fundraising efforts and have reached 60 percent of our goal! We are thankful for the continued generosity of our selfless donors as we strive to continue providing exceptional care to our resident population.
THE GALA:
From Our Home to Yours: September 12
We are very excited to officially announce our first ever VIRTUAL GALA. Save the dale for September 12! While we didn't expect this, we have found many benefits to a virtual experience and are looking forward to sharing it with you. One of the aspects we're most excited about is that geography no longer limits our attendance. Also, the event is FREEIII So please invite anyone and everyone! Spread the word! Let's make this our biggest gala ever!
We are also seeking event sponsors and auction items. To contribute an item, become a sponsor, or connect us to someone who would like to support the event. please contact Lindsey Mansis at lmansis@mhQ.ill, or 626-796-6135 ext 438.
COVID-19 COMMUNICATIONS
Our response to COVID-19 and current campus policies are kept updated at mvqh.org/covid19. Our CEO, Deborah Herbert, is also keeping residents and their loved ones up to date on a daily basis with blast emails.
Last month we concluded our "Gratitude in the midst of Covid-19" video series. If you missed them, find the 6 short videos at YouTube.com/MonteVistaGroveHomes, or on our "Covld Corner" webpage at www.mvgh.org.
We continue to communicate with our donors via personal notes, emails, and phone calls during this time - sharing about how MVGH is carrying out its mission and protecting its residents during this time, as well as conveying to them how their continued giving is making an impact.
If you aren't receiving of the above communications and would like to opt in, please email Lindsey Mansis at lmansis@mvgh.org.