Tonight's picture was taken in April of 2007. That weekend we took Mattie to Calvert Cliffs Park in Maryland. Going to this Park is an experience. Because it is over a mile walk through the woods in order to get to the Chesapeake Bay. The walk is very scenic and it is worth the effort in order to get to a cute little beach on the Bay. A beach which is filled with sharks teeth, as long as you are patient to dig through lots of sand to find them. Mattie and Peter were always very successful and I still have Mattie Ziploc bag full of found teeth!
Quote of the day: Donors don’t give to institutions. They invest in ideas and people in whom they believe. ~ G.T. Smith
I think G.T. Smith was right on the money. I know I personally don't give money to institutions, I instead give money to the people within institutions that I believe can make a difference to whatever the cause is at hand. I try to remember this meaningful quote as well, especially during our Foundation's fundraising season. But what I have come to the conclusion is that fundraising is personal. Meaning if you are invited to an event by a friend or family member, you are more likely to get a contribution. Which makes sense, because in today's day and day there are so many non-profits, and many unfortunately do not follow through with their promises. So accountability is crucial, and something both Peter and I firmly believe in for Mattie Miracle.
At this time of year, I feel like it's to beat the clock! I pull 12 hour or longer days to get this Walk coordinated, and on top of that, there is a fundraising component. When May 1st hits, we work daily on promoting the Walk through social media (facebook, twitter, instagram), through newsletters, and emails. It is a constant bombardment and the pace is exhausting.
Here is today's thermometer. We have raised $64,197 toward our $85,000 goal! We are 76% of the way there. 
That Walk Team
RCC and Friends
Mattie Moon
Blessed Sacrament Bullfrogs
Team Tilch
Peggy Elkind
Ann Henshaw
David Elkind
Virginia & Mauro Sardi
Jane Pisano
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