Over and over again, the recipients expressed their thanks, not just for the funds, but for paying attention. Rubicon Bakery accepts a ROOF award and reminds everyone to come and buy a cake. The following year, in 1998, an angel appeared. One of my clients, who wishes to remain anonymous, was impressed with the work ROOF was doing, and offered to match whatever funds we raised during the year. We changed the last word in our acronym from Fund to Foundation.
All contributions are now tax deductible.
The public was invited. I am grateful to our agents who have so generously contributed over the years. The people who run these organizations and their volunteers deserve not only our financial support, but our recognition and our gratitude as well. It sounds trite, but despite all the depressing nightly news reports, the fact that there are people out there who have quietly dedicated their lives to assisting others should give us all a welcome dash of hope for the world. Here is your chance to help our community in a big way.