Spring 2011 www.annecenter.org
For supporters of the mission and vision of the Anne Carlsen Center
ACC Student Begins Transition to Hometown. Page 8
Heart-filled Support: Donor Shares Gifts with ACC. Page 4
Circle of Friends: New Members Join Exclusive List. Page 21
Terry and Activities Director Denise Jensen take photos for the Center’s annual yearbook.
Cade and teacher Karmel Wanzek sing and clap along with a song during the weekly chapel service. Evan works with KIDS Program employees in his home, gaining skills and meeting benchmarks during his first years.
Alexander reads along with KIDS Program employees during one of the sessions in his home.
Sander and Ephraim Makuve, Student of Physical Therapy (SPT), play in the ball pit in the Center’s Gross Sensory Motor room.
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Ben and Jeanine have smiles and laughs throughout each day at the Center.
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The Heart of Our Mission Words are never taken for granted at the Anne Carlsen Center. Spoken, sung, signed and spelled … they often represent important achievements that follow hours, months or even years of therapy and education. Words are read, heard and understood—and often shared via assistive technology. They empower our students and clients to complete tasks, build meaningful relationships, and share thoughts and feelings.
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Jamestown Regional Airport was developing plans for its airport terminal expansion and renovation, the Center was consulted for insight into making the terminal accessible for individuals with physical limitations.
When the Anne Carlsen Center launched its Community Services in 2008, we began providing individualized care in people’s homes and home communities across North Dakota. Since then, we’ve seen adults make tremendous strides toward independence in their daily living activities, relationships, The Anne Carlsen Center, vocational skill building, consequently, places great O U R M I SS I O N and personal safety value in the twenty words The Anne Carlsen skill development. Our that make up our new Center exists to make the talented staff also helps mission statement: The world a more inclusive children communicate Anne Carlsen Center exists place where indepen more effectively, advocate to make the world a more dence is a gift to all. for themselves, underinclusive place where stand how to make choices, independence is a gift to all. and develop social skills— This describes the purpose for which the so that they can truly be included as memAnne Carlsen Center exists … our reason bers of their community. for being.
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In partnership with you, our highly-trained staff provides specialized programs and services, equipping children and adults with disabilities to maximize their full potential. Whether their diagnosis is autism, cerebral palsy or traumatic brain injury, these individuals lead active lives filled with meaningful activities and relationships. They are not isolated … or set aside. The Center promotes inclusion in other ways, too, such as raising awareness, increasing access and removing barriers in communities large and small. For instance, when the 2 The Ambassador
The Center—in carrying out its communitybased services—interacts with schools, businesses and other entities to help improve access for individuals with disabilities. A hair salon in Grand Forks is among dozens of businesses working with the Center to provide vocational experience to our clients and students. One of our Community Services clients, 32-year-old Bryan Stoltman—who has a diagnosis of autism, spends one day a week at the salon folding towels. You should have seen his smile when he received his first paycheck! And it isn’t just Bryan who is benefitting;
everyone with whom he comes in contact is touched by his kindness, humor and generosity. The Anne Carlsen Center is making the world a more inclusive place for him, as he gains greater independence and valuable skills for the future. Bryan and many other remarkable individuals served by the Center play a critical role in our mission. They help pave the way for the students and clients who follow, as they change attitudes and perceptions with their talents and hard work. Because they are successful, they will help others encounter success. You are another vital partner in this mission. With your generous gifts, you enable the Anne Carlsen Center to make the world a more inclusive place where independence is a gift to all. Because of you, individuals with disabilities experience greater levels of independence and are appreciated for their abilities. They are woven into the fabric of society, as they prove on a daily basis the strength and resiliency of the human spirit. With a grateful heart,
Eric Monson Chief Executive Officer Anne Carlsen Center
Giving
Hearts Day
On February 10, supporters of the Anne Carlsen Center took advantage of a unique donation opportunity: Giving Hearts Day. About 240 friends of the Center opened their hearts on this day organized by the Dakota Medical Foundation. The Center was selected, along with other health-related non-profit organizations, by DMF to participate in this 24-hour matching event. Contributions of $10 or more made on the Giving Hearts Day Web site—up to $4,000—were matched by DMF. “Giving Hearts Day is unique for the Anne Carlsen Center and everyone who shares their generosity with us,” said ACC Chief Executive Officer Eric Monson. “It is always a humbling experience when you see so many people unite for a common purpose—and you are that purpose.” The Gifts shared with the Center on Giving Hearts Day provide a number of unique opportunities for the remarkable individuals ACC serves. These opportunities provide the foundation for individuals of all ages to craft lives of greater independence … the gift we believe everyone needs. The Ambassador 3
Donor over the Decades South Dakota woman remains dedicated to helping carry out Dr. Anne’s legacy
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arol Dunker has been an active church member throughout her 88 years of life, teaching Sunday School, making hospital visits, volunteering in the church office, and
praying faithfully for those who are hurting. So it’s no surprise that this Aberdeen, S.D., woman found out about the Anne Carlsen Center at church. “Nearly sixty years ago, children with cerebral palsy visited the church to which my husband and I belonged,” remembers Carol. “They were students from the Anne Carlsen Center—at that time, called the Crippled Children’s School. These students were very enthusiastic about helping with the church service, and their visit made a big impression on
Carol and her husband, Ray, began donating to the Anne Carlsen Center after meeting students enrolled at the Center nearly 60 years ago.
me.” The church was St. John Lutheran Church in Warner, S.D.—about nine miles south of Aberdeen. Carol and her husband, Ray, never forgot about the Sunday morning they shared with students from the Crippled Children’s School in Jamestown, N.D. They talked about it often, as they ran their small livestock and grain operation 25 miles southeast of Aberdeen. Together they worked the land and raised three children, two girls and a boy.
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Then, on two different occasions during the 1960’s, Carol met Dr. Anne Carlsen, after whom the school would later be named. Born without forearms or lower legs, Dr. Anne—at that time, the school’s superintendent—was a disabilities advocate known for her courage, determination and leadership. Her career at the Center spanned 60 years, and over that time, she helped thousands of individuals gain greater independence and skills for life. “The first time I met Dr. Anne was at a motherdaughter banquet at St. John Lutheran,” Carol recalls. “She was the guest speaker and gave a wonderful message. Several years later, she gave a presentation at a church supper in Groton (South Dakota) and I had a chance to speak with her. I even sat across the table from her, and I was amazed by how self-sufficient she was during the entire meal. She never let her disabilities slow her down.”
has continued to support the Center financially in a variety of ways, increasing her level of giving in the last eight years. Carol also established a charitable gift annuity (CGA) with the Center. “I had established annuities previously, and so I understood how they worked,” she explains. “There are significant tax savings, the rates are very good, and this was a way to help provide care for the children.”
“... this was a way to help provide care for the children.”
Shortly thereafter, Carol and Ray decided to start supporting the school in Jamestown financially. They also took a tour of the campus. “We enjoyed walking through the halls,” says Carol. “We saw the enthusiasm of the children. That tour really did something to us.” After 38 years of farming, the Dunkers retired and moved to Aberdeen in 1983. Ray passed away 10 years ago. Carol thinks often of her husband of 55 years, who loved the children of the Anne Carlsen Center and shared her passion for giving generously. She
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When Carol set up the charitable gift annuity, she established a contract under which the Anne Carlsen Center, in return for her cash donation, agreed to pay her a fixed sum of money for her lifetime.
“Carol is a very unselfish person,” says Shelley Nannenga, ACC’s Associate Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving. “Not only does she support the Anne Carlsen Center with her generous financial gifts, she also prays for the students. We are so thankful for her love for the Center and her partnership with us.” Carol encourages others to get to know the Anne Carlsen Center more, learn about the Center’s inspirational namesake—Dr. Anne Carlsen, and take a tour when they have an opportunity. “It is such an amazing place,” she says. “Every dollar that is given to the Center is used very well. I trust them completely to be wise with what they are given and to provide the very best care to those wonderful children.”
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Charitable GIFTAnnuities
A gift to the Anne Carlsen Center that continues to give
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hen Carol Dunker was 83 years old, she wanted to give a major gift to an organization she had loved for many years, the Anne Carlsen Center. The South Dakota woman was educated about her options and chose to establish a charitable gift annuity (CGA) with the Center. She knew she would increase her cash flow, enjoy the security of guaranteed payments, and save on federal and state taxes—all while making a lifetime difference for the children of the Center.
Carol Dunker established a charitable gift annuity (CGA) with the Anne Carlsen Center when she was 83 years old.
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A charitable gift annuity is a contract under which the Anne Carlsen Center, in return for a gift of cash, stock or other assets, commits to paying a fixed sum of money for a period measured by one or two lives. The minimum gift eligible is $5,000. “The annuitant receives an immediate, guaranteed income for life, backed by the Center’s assets, while also enjoying the satisfaction in providing valuable support for our life-changing programs and services,” says
Shelley Nannenga, the Anne Carlsen Center’s Associate Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving. There can be as many as two annuitants, and payments can be made to them jointly or successively. Rates are slightly lower when the annuity is for two people. “If you have a twolife annuity, when one person dies, the other will continue to receive the same amount for the rest of his or her life,” explains Nannenga. “The payments are fixed and unchanged for the entire length of the contract. They won’t rise or fall with the economy.” There are appealing tax benefits, too. You will receive a current charitable income tax deduction for your gift to the Anne Carlsen Center that is a portion of the total gift annuity amount. That amount is subtracted from your adjusted gross income, reducing the income subject to tax. North Dakota and Montana also allow taxpayers who fund a planned gift to take a 40% tax credit on the present value of their gift. The tax credit is applied after the tax liability is determined, reducing the total amount of tax owed on one’s total taxable income. The tax benefits don’t stop there. During your life expectancy, you will be able to claim much of the annuity payment as tax-free income.
The size of the payments from a CGA depends on the following: • The gift annuity rate available (the Anne Carlsen Center uses rates set by the American Council on Gift Annuities) • The value of the contribution • The number and age of annuitants You might benefit from a CGA, if: • The interest rates on your CDs and other fixed-income investments have declined, and you want a more favorable rate. “With a charitable gift annuity, you can get rates that are 3–4 times as much as what a CD offers,” says Nannenga. • You own appreciated stock or mutual fund shares and have considered selling some shares, but you don’t want to pay tax on the capital gain. • You are looking for a way to provide financial assistance to a parent, sibling, or other family member in a tax-advantaged manner. • You want the security of payments that won’t fluctuate during your lifetime and that are not affected by interest rates or the stock market. Two of the most common types of charitable gift annuities are immediate and deferred. In the first case, the annuitants start receiving payments at the end (or beginning) of the payment period immediately following the contribution. If the annuity is deferred, the annuitants
start receiving payments at a future time. That date, chosen by the donor, must be more than one year after the date of the contribution. This is a good option for those who want to take advantage of a charitable income tax deduction, but who don’t want or need the payments to begin until they are older. “Another benefit is the satisfaction you receive from making a gift to help the remarkable individuals who learn and grow with the support of the Anne Carlsen Center,” says Nannenga. “When you give to the Center, you are supporting the students on our campus in Jamestown, as well as the children, adults and families across the state receiving our community-based services. You might even help someone in your own community!” For more information on charitable gift annuities and other methods of giving to the Anne Carlsen Center, contact Shelley Nannenga at 701-952-5109, toll free 1-800-568-5175, or shelley.nan nenga@annecenter.org. The Anne Carlsen Center reminds you to always seek the advice of a competent financial advisor with any questions you may have regarding a financial matter.
CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY E X A M P L E : Beth, age 70, decides to give a $10,000 cash gift in February 2011 to establish a one-life charitable gift annuity with the Anne Carlsen Center. The annuity rate at her age is 5.8%, so she will receive an annual payment of $580 for life. Beth receives a federal tax deduction of $3,503 (the charitable gift value of the annuity, based on her age and other IRS regulations). Because she is in the 25% income tax bracket, this deduction could save her as much as $876 in income tax this year. As a North Dakota resident, she also receives a 40% state income tax credit on the federally tax-deductible portion of her gift ($3,503). This credit could be worth up to $1,401 in state income tax savings over a 1–3 year period. If Beth lives another 15 years, she will have received a one-life payout of $8,700, in addition to the $2,277 in federal and state income tax savings. Upon her death, the remainder of the gift amount will be given to the Anne Carlsen Center to support vital programs and services. *This illustration is not for professional tax or legal advice. Consult a tax advisor about your specific situation.
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Reunited at Last ACC celebrates with 9-year-old Trinity as she returns to her home community
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urple streamers adorn the entrance of the Early Childhood Education classroom at the Anne Carlsen Center (ACC) in Jamestown. A large green banner on the wall reads: “Good Luck,
Two things that never cease to place a smile on Trinity’s face: frogs (below), or beautiful jewelry (cover) such as the gift she received from one of the Center’s faithful donors, Carol Dunker.
Trinity.” Students and staff gather around a very special girl about to take a very big step. For 9-year-old Trinity Dickerson, this day—February 15—is her last full day at the Anne Carlsen Center. Tomorrow she moves to Bismarck, her home community, where her family awaits, as well as a classroom of her peers and a team of highly-trained support staff. For the girl who loves frogs—apparent from her room décor and very favorite toys—there’s a large cake at this celebration topped with a picture, made of icing, of a frog. It brings a smile to Trinity’s face. Judging by the many smiles in the room, this 9-year-old has captured many hearts in her more than 2½ years on campus.
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Looking closely, you also see the moist eyes, for Trinity has created more than friendships at the Center. She’d been a daily source of inspiration … a beautiful reminder of the power in determination and hope. And her journey of healing, which began suddenly and tragically, is nothing short of amazing. From Tragedy to TLC
It was June 13, 2008, and Trinity was an active 6-year-old living with her family in Bismarck. She loved writing, drawing, Dr. Seuss books, cheeseburgers, butterflies, and playing with her sister. “Always smiling, dancing and singing,” is the way her father, Brandon, remembers her. “A quick learner … very quick … soaked everything up like a sponge.” But later that day, during an outing to a swimming pool with her summer daycare program, Trinity’s life took a tragic turn. The 6-year-old suddenly vanished from sight, and was under water for a dangerously long time—between four to seven minutes—before being rescued. The near drowning caused a severe lack of oxygen to Trinity’s brain, resulting in hypoxic brain injury. She was in a coma and spent a month in the Intensive Care Unit of a Bismarck hospital. Trinity, still in the early stages of the coma, arrived at the Anne
Carlsen Center in July 2008. Therapists utilized tactile, visual and auditory items to try to draw a response. “She responded to auditory items first,” recalls speech therapist Stephanie Nelson. Her heart rate would change and her eyes would sometimes open when she listened to music from her favorite movies. Trinity’s family and ACC staff delighted in the milestones of her rehabilitation, such as the first smile since the accident (November 2008), the first laugh (December 2008), and the first day back in a classroom (January 2009). Therapy sessions were focused and frequent to take advantage of the narrow window of time in which large gains can be made in healing following a brain injury. “The therapy to retrain her muscles, as her brain heals, needs to be intense,” explained physical therapist Tara Roaldson in a 2009 interview. “Our hope and our challenge is to get as much active motion and movement back as we can. Trinity is willing to work for it.” Trinity’s therapies focused on skills such as sitting,
Trinity and Chandra clap during a presentation at the Center.
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gripping and releasing items, holding her head up, using a manual wheelchair, and driving a power wheelchair.
Always a fan of reading, Trinity looks through a Scholastic News during her first days at Centennial Elementary.
Language-related difficulties— such as comprehension and mouth movements—are common effects of a brain injury. To help Trinity communicate, staff implemented an eye-gaze communication technique, also known as eye-pointing. Responding to questions by pointing her eyes to the appropriate picture or symbol, she demonstrated a high level of comprehension. When words were used in the exercises, staff discovered, with delight, that Trinity had not lost the ability to read—a favorite pastime of hers before the accident. Healing Words
Trinity’s love for the written word proved to be a vital asset, as she worked to regain cognitive and physical abilities. “She loves chapter books like those in the Amelia Bedelia series,” says special education teacher Sharon Olson. “She likes to look to see how many words are in a book … the more words, the better.” 10 The Ambassador
Trinity’s love of learning was seen throughout each school day in the Center’s Early Childhood Education classroom. Usually the first to volunteer to participate in or lead classroom activities, she earned the title “#1 Volunteer.” Her bright smile and sense of humor were ever-present, and she could always be counted on to show compassion to her classmates, ranging in age from 3 to 8. In late September 2009, the Center arranged for Trinity, then 7, to begin to spend about an hour each Monday with children her age at Louis L’Amour Elementary School in Jamestown. “I like having Trinity in our class because she’s fun,” said then first-grade classmate Taylor Williamson. “She wants to learn, and she’s nice.” Gradually, as Trinity developed additional skills and strength, she began spending more time in public school. In the fall of 2010, she began participating in a secondgrade classroom at Louis L’Amour all morning long, Monday through Friday. A powerful motivator for Trinity in her recovery, in addition to classroom learning and books, has been food. Early on, she was fed completely through a gastrostomy feeding tube inserted in her stomach. In early 2009, she began
eating small amounts orally, with staff giving her “tastes” of food— usually, a few spoonfuls—three times a day. Trinity continued to make progress in relearning how to move food around in her mouth, and in November 2010, began to get all of her nutrition needs orally. During her time at the Center, Trinity learned low-tech and high-tech ways of communicating with others. She often used her eyes to indicate “yes” (by looking up) and “no” (by looking down). Her Step-By-Step Communicator—a voice-output, one button messaging device—was also extremely helpful. And she showed some success at using the Center’s $14,000 portable eye-controlled communication device, with its limitless vocabulary options. Perfect Timing
For many months, ACC staff and Trinity’s family had been laying the groundwork for an eventual return to her hometown of Bismarck. Trinity’s medical condition had prevented a homecoming from happening right away. But her health had been steadily improving, and she got off to a great start in 2011. The tracheostomy—artificial opening in the wind pipe—that had once facilitated her breathing was permanently closed. The once-daily chest physiotherapy sessions, to prevent respiratory infections, were no longer necessary.
“Trinity went from having some of the most complex needs in her home-living area to being one of the students with the fewest medical needs,” says Sandy Perkins, Trinity’s rehab nurse at ACC. So, when the Anne Carlsen Center received a call regarding an opening at Apollo—a pediatric residential home in Bismarck operated by the non-profit HIT, Inc.—the Center did not delay. “The driving force of this transition is so that Trinity can be closer to her family,” says Val Bakken, Trinity’s Individual Program Coordinator at the Center. “Once the opening at Apollo became available, we acted immediately. These kinds of openings are few and far between.” Trinity was accepted for admission to live at Apollo with seven other young people. She, her family and ACC staff visited the residential home twice. The second time, they saw the makeover of Trinity’s bedroom, painted in the color of her choice—purple. Bright lime green curtains hung on the windows. They also had a chance to visit her new school, Bismarck’s Centennial Elementary, where—for the first
Registered Nurse LeAnn Irish shows Trinity a piggy bank—one of the gifts the little girl received during her farewell party at the Center.
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time since the accident—she would spend the entire school day with students her age. Apollo staff spent February 2 at the Anne Carlsen Center learning more about how to care for Trinity. They met with Trinity’s multidisciplinary team, and participated in personal cares, meals, snacks and therapies. The next week, a team of nine professionals from Centennial Elementary came to the Center to similarly gain a hands-on assessment of Trinity’s needs and abilities.
Kasandra Huber, one of Apollo’s Direct Support Professionals, plays with Trinity and her frogs.
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eral days with Trinity at her new home and school. An Education Life Skills Assistant from Trinity’s classroom and her Primary Life Skills Assistant in the home-living area reviewed checklists with the new staff, answering questions and providing any needed training. Trinity has been living at Apollo since February 16. Apollo staff helps Trinity get proper nutrition at mealtime, and assists her as she gets dressed, brushes her teeth and takes a bath. In addition to residential care, the pediatric group home provides physical, occupational and speech therapies.
Trinity began her first day as a student at Bismarck’s Centennial ACC staff spent Elementary on February 17. She considerable time receives a variety of therapy sercommunicatvices as part of her school day, and ing with Trinity the school’s Assistive Technology about the transition from JamesTechnician is trained to equip town to Bismarck. Due to her brain Trinity with technologies that help injury, Trinity does experience her excel as a student. A nurse is episodes of confusion and memory on hand if she has any medical difficulties, so staff carefully concerns or issues. She has two developed stories to help her unteachers: her second-grade teacher derstand and prepare. “In one of and her special education teacher. the stories, we talked about her Her special education teacher modpurple bedroom at Apollo and ifies the second-grade curriculum showed a picture of it,” says to meet her needs, works regularly Olson. “She really liked that.” with Trinity on an individual basis, and helps her become as integrated The Next Chapter into her classroom and school as To help ensure a smooth transition, possible. two ACC staff members spent sev-
And Trinity now lives just minutes away from her father and her sister, Angel. “It is very exciting,” said Brandon in a 2010 interview about the possibility of his daughter returning to Bismarck soon. “I have thought about it quite a bit.” Brandon has longed to see his two daughters restore their special connection. “Their whole lives they have been inseparable—they have always looked out for each other,” he says. “I am looking forward to seeing them redevelop that sisterly bond. They’ve always been so close.” One Special Girl
Many milestones mark the path that Trinity has taken to greater independence and inclusion. “She’s changed so much from day one, when I first saw her in a hospital bed in a coma … unresponsive. Now, she’s full of life,” says Bakken. “Trinity’s remarkable story helps demonstrate what the Anne Carlsen Center is all about—rehabilitation and reunion. She came to us for rehabilitation, and now it’s time for her to reunite with her family.” Trinity is able to spend a lot more time with her family now. Her new teachers have discovered that she loves to raise her hand and volunteer. She’s getting to know her roommate at Apollo, with
whom she has a lot in common, including a favorite color—purple, of course. ACC staff members are in regular contact with Trinity’s new team, ensuring that the girl who touched so many hearts in Jamestown has all the resources she needs. “There’s a lot of love for Trinity here at the Center,” says Olson. “She’s taught me more than I’ve taught her. We really miss her, but we are very excited for her. She won’t have any trouble making new friends.” And throughout the Anne Carlsen Center’s Jamestown campus, there are many precious memories … memories of a courageous girl with a twinkle in her eye who faced each day with a rare brand of perseverance. “If you would ask Trinity to do something,” says Nelson, “even if it was hard for her to muster up the strength, she would always try. She always tried her best.”
LeAnn Irish gives Trinity a big hug and kiss goodbye.
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Marshall loves using equipment that keeps him interested and helps him train his muscles.
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While Learning Donors respond generously as Center works to update vital room
to improve muscle strength, balance and coordination.” There are numerous swing/seat attachments that can be utilized with the new system—platform, net and roll, just to name a few. “With one piece of equipment, we can carry out a wide range of therapy objectives,” says Lillejord. “And kids absolutely love it. They’re having fun, and they like a challenge.”
Additional funds raised through the Thanksgiving Appeal will provide another benefit to students utilizing the Gross Motor Room. The colorful ball bin, a favorite for many children, is In December, using funds raised by cumbersome to keep clean. All 2,500 the Thanksgiving appeal, the Center balls have to be removed from the purchased a large, indoor therapy swing. The durable metal frame hold- bin, sanitized and returned to the bin. The Center is looking at purchasing a ing the swing can support up to 500 machine that would wash the balls in pounds, so stuan antibacterial detergent and expose dents of all ages and sizes can enjoy them to ultraviolet light, allowing staff to clean the balls more often and the fun and freemore thoroughly. “This equipment dom of swinging, while also improv- will help us maintain the high level ing developmental of cleanliness we are very proud of here,” explains Lillejord. “It’s another skills and sensory way to ensure the children we serve integration. stay healthy while they enjoy inhouse activities.” “Our previous swing could hold no more than 100 pounds, and we were “Our donors have been so faithful,” limited in the ways we could use it,” says Monson. “Thank you for helping says Connie Lillejord, the Center’s Director of Rehab Services. “With this keep this wonderful room running new swing system, a therapist, teach- smoothly, and making a lifetime difference for the remarkable indier or direct care staff member can viduals we serve.” now sit with the child on the swing, working with the individual
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CHRISTMAS Bathing experience to improve for Center’s medicallyfragile students
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onors received a letter in their mailbox in December inviting them to help give a meaningful Christmas gift to the Anne Carlsen Center’s medicallyfragile students. They responded promptly and generously, and made what had been a dream, a reality.
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bath. For the older students, they sometimes have to be transferred by several different lift systems. Donors stepped forward to provide enough funds for the Anne Carlsen Center to acquire a reclining bathing system. This system, soon to be purchased by the Center, will provide a smoother and safer approach to assisted bathing. “It will foster independence for our students and ease the
physical strain on staff of the current transport system,” says ACC Nursing Director Bette Johnson. “These bathing systems are easy to maneuver and can be tilted back if necessary. The tub carefully submerges a medically-fragile student for a safe, comfortable and dignified bathing experience. We are so appreciative of our donors, who help ensure that the individuals we serve enjoy the greatest quality of care.”
Meet Ben Sander is one of many students who will benefit from the new bathing system in place at the Center.
A specialized bathing system with advanced technology had been at the top of the Christmas wish list, and for good reason. The Center’s home living area for individuals with complex medical and physical needs has only standard bath tubs. It’s not ideal for the students, because the design and depth of the tub makes it impossible to be fully emerged in a warm
Ben loves adventure. He likes being out in the sun, going on hay rides, sharing stories around a campfire, and hearing laughter and applause during a talent show. Ben loves summer camp. For a week each summer at Elks Camp Grassick, teens throughout North Dakota have the unique chance to enjoy opportunity after opportunity. This year, the camp will provide ways for campers to unleash their creativity through art. Our staff will work with the specialized counselors at Camp Grassick, providing one-on-one care throughout each fun-filled day. These staff will be there when Ben goes
swimming in Lake Isabel, when he takes pictures for his scrapbook— sharing in his smiles and fun. Look in your mailbox to see how your loving support is making a difference for teens with disabilities, just like Ben. As he relishes many of these tremendous opportunities, know that you—and donors like you—are making a real difference. We’ll show you how campers like Ben can be empowered to meet their greatest potential … and have the adventure of a lifetime. The Ambassador 15
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Individuals and businesses which share their love and support with the Anne Carlsen Center belong to our Circle of Friends. Their gifts are what create the life-changing mission and vision of the Center. Since its founding in 1941, ACC has had a symbolic connection to butterflies. This beautiful creature represents hope, transformation and progress. It symbolizes the many positive
MONARCH ($1000+) ACC Collection Containers American Insurance Center Anderson, Emmy L. Anderson, Orvella P. Anderson, Ray and Sandy Anderson, Rosalie W. Anonymous Bakken Estate, Mildred E. Baron, Elaine D. Bellon, Charlotte Berg Foundation, Elmer and Kaya Berg, Mary and Harold Berge Estate, Paul S. Bergene, Kent and Margo Bergene, Marlys A. Berkey, Dale Boe, Oford Borstad, Gerald and Elenore Carlsen, Dr. and Mrs. Donald B. Carlsen, Dr. Anne H. Carlsen, James and Beth Chaney, Russell D. Claus, Robert and Mary Coe Estate, Clyde W. County Market Dakota Central Telecommunications Cooperative Dakota Medical Foundation Davis, Scott and Janet Dewey, Peter and Sheila Don Wilhelm, Inc Donor Awareness Softball Tournament Dunker, Carol Dwyer Farm Trust, Tim Eck, Gertrude and Harry Ehmann, Darcy and Mary Eldevik, Gregory and Hilda Ennen, Rick and Janet Essentia Health Fargo Lions Club Farmers & Merchants State Bank Farmers Union Ins. & Service Ass’n Farmers Union State Office FirstGiving Forum Communications Printing Franke, Sandra Fredrickson Estate, Gladys M. 16 The Ambassador
Fredrickson, Steve and Sharon Fuchs, Arlon and Jeanette Full Gospel Outreach George, Martha M. Geske, Robert and Ruth Giesekling Trust, Henry Goshen Moravian Church Grabanski, Esther R. Grady Estate, Ainslee S. Greenwood, Alan J. Gums, Marcia and James Hellyer Trust, Margaret S. Henderson, Aaron Herman, Robert and Becky Hillerud Construction Inc. Hinrichs, Roland and Janet Hoovestol, Rachel A. Huber, Harvey and Kathleen Hugo’s, Inc. Ingstad Family Media Ismail, Tarek and Patricia Jack, George and Lila Jamestown El Zagal Clowns Jamestown Implement Jensen, Donald W. Jones, Bryan and Gloria Kaseman Estate, Dorothy E. Kennedy, Charles C. Kloster, Thomas and Phyllis Kornovich, Daniel Kulla, Judy L. Lamont Estate, Shirley V. Larson Estate, Gordon A. Lifetime Eyecare Associates Little, Blanche B. Lueck, Roselyn Luhr, Joyce L. Luithle, Sarah Lyon Jr. Estate, John B. Maple Creek Farm & Ranch c/o Tim and Lori Torgerson McArthur Estate, Zona A. McArthur Midland National Individual Matching Gift Program Mitchell Jr., Robert B. Moeller, Rev. Jo Anne Mohr Family/Dacotah Paper Co. Moline, E. A. and Mabel Montana Dakota Utilities Resources Motacek, Dr. Larry and Lisa Natzke, Duane and Kaye Nelson, Gary and Jenette Nierling Estate, Dr. Richard D. Nierling Jr., John J. Nierling Trust, Don
F R I E N DS changes we see in the individuals of all ages we provide care for. Different butterflies represent the various giving levels that make up our Circle of Friends. Thank you donors—the support you have shown, and continue to show, encourage individuals with disabilities to grow, learn, and reach new heights of independence.
Nierling, Richard and Phillippa Niewoehner, Estate, Henry A. Noridian Norsteby Estate, Carl Nova Fire Protection, Inc. Olsgaard, Maurice and May Olson, Glenn H. Otter Tail Power Company Papka, Randy L. Pardau, Fred and Leopoldine Paul, Joe and Sandy Pederson, Jerry and Kim Powers, James and Dorothy Presler, Robert Refling, Dorothy A. Rexin, James and Marilyn Rohleder, Thomas and Mary Roorda, Kevin and Cynthia Rose Metal Products Richard and Rose Ann Splitter Rouzie, John S. Saunders Estate, Eldon Scheel, Fred and Virginia Schneidermann Bros. Schuler Jr., Frederick Serfass Estate, George E. Singsaas Estate, Marie Slagg Jr., Ernest E. Spickler, Justin and Sara Nathan and Emily Steinke, Frieda Stencel Estate, Ramah E. Stroup, Wayne A. The Struve Foundation Lois D. Struve Tappert, Gregory and Brenda Thompson Estate, Eleanor M. Toppen Estate, Betty J. Total Clean Kevin and Jodi Reuther Toutges Trust, Edmund E. Unison Bank Van Camp Estate, Clara I. Van Dyke Estate, Lorraine M. Watkins, Michael and Linda Weidner Estate, William C. Wells Fargo Bank of ND Wonder Bar Zaagsma, Gerrit Estate Zuern, Herbert and Lorina
EMPEROR ($500–$999) ACC Golf Tournament Alexander, Alice M. American Legion Post # 37 Anderson, Bert and Diane Anderson, Brian A. Anderson, J. Thomas and Jeanette Anonymous Berntson, Neal and Marla Bjork M.D., Dr. Randall J. Bobcat Company-Ingersoll-Rand Braaten, Julian and Emily Brandvold, Larry Brooke Farm Inc. Cave, John and Evelyn City of Minot Employees Collins, Gerald and Donna Craychee, Gregory G. Dahlen, Elbert and Vivianne Edin, Pastor Bradley P. Emmanuel Lutheran Church and Sunday School Ernie, Warren H. Evans, Debra A. Faith Lutheran Church Falk, Tyler and Kara First Community Credit Union First Presbyterian Church Fitzmaurice, Mike Fitzpatrick, Lila D. Galazen, Marilyn F. Garrison Community Chest Gillen, Michael and Marie Goodrich Corporation Grant, Vernon and Marcy Greshik, George and Debbie Harris, Tim and Melissa Hayes Trust, Adelaide Heie, Thomas A. Hoghaug, Vivian Holzwarth, Ryan L. Hoplin, David and Carol Jamestown Rural Fire Department Janke, Paul and Alice Johnson, Loren and Margie Johnson, Robert and Bette Kaufman, Dennis and L. Kathleen Kling, Harlin and Marie Knights of Columbus #1883 Knudsen, David and Ione
Krabseth, John and L. Joyce Kreisers, Inc. Kristjanson, Elizabeth I. Larson, David and Deborah Larson, Monty and Jackie Lausch, Brian and Amanda Lileks, Ralph J. Lillejord, Jon and Connie Lillo, Dr. and Mrs James C. Mayer, Ronald and Lynda McCormick, Barbara McGarrah, Kim L. Mechtel, Georgie Melroe, Dorthea E. Meyer, James Mid America Steel, Inc. Miller, Rev. and Mrs. Marvin L. Monson, Eric and Patricia Montgomery, Dr. and Mrs. Robert C. Newman Signs Paris, Jack and Kristi Pladson, Bradley S. Professional Eyecare & Contact Lens Center Putnam, Evelyn R. M. Stoudt, Inc Red River Valley Jim Beam Bottles Rohde, Edith Roth, Roger and Louise Sarafolean, Steven R. Savelkoul, Dale and Arnola Schmitz, Joel and Lynette Scott Estate, Allen E. Scott Shirley, Adolph E. Smith, JJ and Maureen St. Alexius Medical Center PrimeCare Stelter, Jean L. Tarno, Bill and Kathy Tengesdal, David and Carole Thielman, Ray and Janet Turtle Lake Community Chest Two Rivers Printing Ulberg, Janet S. Union Lutheran Sunday School and Church Valley Sales Company Inc. Wagner, Robert L. Walz Pharmacy, Inc. Western Steel and Plumbing, Inc Wiese, Neva I. Woessner, Arvel and Myrtle Woitzel, Ronald and Marilyn Yaggie, David and Geraldine Yoder, Dewey and Carol
GATEKEEPER ($250–$499) Aandahl, George and Rhonda Ambers Jr., Harry Amvets Post # 9 Anchor Bar, Inc. Anderson, James and Ruth Anonymous Assumption Abbey Bank of America Matching Gifts Beck, Waldemar F. Berdahl, Cleo and Claire Bitz, Darwin and Mary Ann Boehm, Edward and Elaine Bonsness, Douglas and Sharon Bosard, McCutcheon & Rau, Ltd. Brady, Mike and Jeanna Brantner, Jerry and June Braunagel, Joseph Bronberg, Bernice Buegler, Paul and Gail Carlson, Robert and Sue Challey, John R. Dahl, Steven and Linda Decorating By Charlie Desautels, Doris E. Donat, Jim Drewicke, Cimarron and Renee Dupper, Ervin and Frances Eberle, Judy Eicholtz, Kent and Bonnie Emery, Bruce Employee’s Community Fund of the Boeing Company Engstrom, Brian Erin Romans Photography Ernster, Dale J. F.O.E. Aerie # 2749 Fraass, Vera and Frank Franz, Paul and Lois Fremstad, Joel and Jennifer Gate City Bank Geske, Donald and Mrs. Glass, Gary and June Graff, Alex and Donna Gress, Lori Halverson, Judith Ham, Philip E. Hann, Caroline E. Hans, Leland and Florence Harms, Harold, H. and Mrs. Hennessey, Andrew and Dr. Myra Quanrud Hillerud, David and Karla Hinman-Zajic, Karen Hobert, Gary and Debra Hochhalter, Paul Hoggarth, Monte and Tonia Holmes, Emma E. Hoovestol, Etheleen Huber, Herb and Phyllis Hurn, Carla Hutton Contracting Company Iserman, Bruce and Dea Ista, Glenn James River Aviation Allan & Sandy Lamp Kale, Jim E. Kenner, David and Karen King, Richard and Donna Kitchen Solvers Kiwanis Club Kiwanis-Golden K Club Klaudt, William and Dolores Knight, Arnold and Mary Kopperud Foundation
Kraig, Tex and Lynn Kunzman, Dan and Pamela Lakeview Meadow Resort Landscoot, Lloyd and Roberta Lee, Everett and Joy Leech, William and Margaret Liberty State Bank Liechty Homes, Inc. Lions Club Lux Concrete, Inc. Malm, Jeffrey and Lucinda Martinson, Robert W. Mattson, Maxine McCormick, Tom and Judy McCoy, Richard and Maria McLaen, Milton and Danene Meland Lumber & Material Co Meland, Noren and Audrey Nakase, Kathryn K. Odendaal, Cornelius and Cathyn Olson, Ronald P. Ongstad, Astrid ORRiginals, Inc. Ottawa WELCA Ottmar & Ottmar Ottmar, Timothy and JoAnn Overmoe, Alice L. Owens, Ricky and Sandie Pedersen, Harvey H. Peterson, Carole L. Plutowski, Darin and Sue Prange, James W. Preuss, William and Betty Jane Reisenauer, Arnold and Rita Reynolds United Co-op Richter, John and Donna Riddle’s Jewelry Rolfson, Calvin and Shirley Rost, Lillian G. Rouse, James and Eileen Rudolph, Robert J. Sanders 1907 Sanders, Donna M. Sandstrom, Craig and Julie Schauer, Ron and Cindy Schields, Mark and Sharon Gegelmann Schreiber, Clayton and Carolyn Scoville, William and Wanda Sheldon, Lloyd C. Simonson, Morgan S. Skarphol, Galen and Terri Skarphol, Roger and Patty Skeel, Charlie and Janice Smith, Kelly and James Spicer Trucking Co. St. Catherine Church St. John Lutheran Church St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Stutsman County Abstract Company Suess, Deborah Swanson, Glenn K. Swenson, Alma Thompson, Mark and Claudia Throlson, Gary and Sharon Traynor, Pat United Fund of Sioux Township US Bancorp Foundation V.F.W. Roy Chandler Post #762 Vosburg, Chester M. Webb, Reesa Wells, Tom Wentz, Jennifer and Jeremy Westermeyer, Esther L. Westfield Hope Reformed Church Womens Ministry Westin, Harold and Lois Weyrauch, James and Colleen Williams, Michael and Heidi
Workin, Raydon and Betty Wright, Jeannette F. Zimmerman, Dorothy L. Zion Lutheran Church Women Zopfi, Irene H.
SMALL COPPER ($150–$249) Aflac Alexander Public School # 2 American Legion Auxiliary Anderson, Clayton Anderson, Edward and Carol Anderson, Monafay Anfinson, Hulda E. Anonymous Apollo Hair Clinics Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center Artekta Inc B.P.O.E. # 1199 Barnes, Brent B. Bassingthwaite, Dwight and Marilyn Bendewald, Ronald and Sandra Bjornstad, Omar and Julia Boothman, Sandra Brewster, Correen K. Bubach, Margaret L. Burleton, David Burns, Joan E. Burris, Alden L. Calheim, Cliff and Marla Carlson, John and Betty Carpio Lutheran Church Women Chamberlain, Ellard and Mary Chilson, Robert and Linda Choice Financial Cinema Twin and Bison Twin Collins, David and Cecelia Conquist, John and Yvonne The Coppin Family Cullen, Melissa N. Dahlberg, Mark and Maude Dahlen Lutheran WELCA Daschendorf, Roy and Jan Dennert, C. William and Patricia Dowell, Wm. and Patricia Downs, Walter B. Dwyer, Michael and Patricia Eastmo, Virginia Edick, LaVera M. Edwards, Dr. and Mrs. Henry D. Elhard, Oral and Ruth Engebretson, Mary Ann Engstrom, James and Judy Erickson, Janet and Ronald Erickson, Jerald and E. Bonnie F.O.E. # 3080 Fandrey, Kenneth D. Fatland, Dean and Sylvia First Lutheran Church Women First Lutheran Sunday School Flakoll, Sen. Timothy J. Foulke, Esther A. Estate Fugleberg, John and Shawn General Equipment & Supplies Grant’s Mechanical Inc. Grim, Bradley and Mary Grimsted, David Grosklags, Walter and Susan Grueneich, Naomi and James Gunderson, Robert and Elizabeth Gylland, Carter and Pamela Haman, Ron
Hanson, Frances Hanson, Lorraine Harbeke, Bill and Geri Harris, Susan K. Haven, Melvin H. Hetland, Elaine Hettinger Lutheran Church Women Hildebrand, Lloyd Hill, Twyla J. Hillerud, Trent and Kristie Hinman, Eugene and Marilyn Hobert, Scott and Adrianne Holmes, Tom and Margie Holwegner, Barbara Holy Cross Lutheran Church and WELCA Hovey, Robert and Betty Huber, Howard T. Hunter, Judy Interstate Engineering, Inc. Ishaug, Michael and Rhonda Jager, Steve and Barbara James River Pest Control and Green Lawns Jarland, David and Kay Jensen, Frank and Stephanie Jevnager, Robert and Jan Johannesen, Ivy E. Johnson, Bert and Sandra Kabele, Ruth Kauk, Donald and Laverne Keffeler, Ryan and Annie Kenner, Harris and Ardyth Kenneth McDougall, D.D.S. Ketterling, Art and Alice Kieper, Lynn and Jeanette Kjelland, Orville and Sheryl Klatt, David and Rosann Knapp, Thomas and Mariol Knecht, John P. and F. Lorraine Koch, Mitchell L. Kuipers, Vivian Larry’s Electric Larson, John and Bonnie Larson, Mr. and Mrs. Roger F. Lettenmaier, Jenny and Doug Lewis-Kenna, Thomas and Mary Lifestyle Appliance Center Lindberg, Jon C. The Links of North Dakota Lucky Mound Church Lyons, John Malusky, Jack and Marcene Martin United Methodist Sunday School Martin, Luella D. McCormack, Dorothy E. McCutcheon, June E. McKinley, Sarah A. McNair, David B. Mee, Lyle and Melissa Merritt, Bertram Meyer, Harry and Luella Miessel, Ernest and Neva Mohr, Marcia E. Monson, Jessica Monson, Paul and Tracy Muhs, Robert and Mary Mumm, Walter H. Nazareth Lutheran WELCA Nelson Jr., Chester E. Nelson, Patricia C. Neukom, Gail E. Neumann, Nicholas and Jean New Salem Lions Club Novak, Richard A. Nowatzki, James D. Olson, Clarence P. Olson, Gordon and Marlene
Olson, Odean and Karen Opp, Patti J. Orley, Soren and Tara Otto, Les and Rene Our Savior WELCA Purdue, JoAnne M. Qual, Ron and M. Beth Fugleberg Ramada Plaza and Suites Rapp, Marvin L. Reichardt, Marie and Frank Reinke, Clarence and Edna Reuer, Tim Richter, Wilmer and Esther Robson, Dewey and Orlyn Rolfsrud, Harold and Marilyn Roorda, Arnold and Joyce Sanford Health Sather, Robert and Kitty Sateren, Lance and Judith Savage, Donald and Marian Schafer, Rachel and Ryan Schaff, Cordell and Kelcie Schlenker, Elroy Schowalter, Quintin and Ann Schreiber-Beck, Cynthia Seibel, Donna L. Shamberger, Douglas and Norine Skadsem, David and Laurie Solberg, Arnold M. Sorby, Kermit and Arlys Sorenson, Carmen M. Spitzer, Renee M. St. Gertrude, St. Lawrence and St.Theresa Catholic Churches The Basilica of St. James St. John’s Lutheran Sunday School St. John’s United Church of Christ Stoerker, Joy Stoudt, Casey and Sue Stoyka, Unamae S. Tappen 125th Trimble, Thomas H. Trinity Bethany W.M.F. Trinity Free Lutheran WMF Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Lutheran Church Women Trinity WELCA Tufte, Erling and Elizabeth Tunby, Mabel F. Ufkes, Dorothy United Lutheran Church and WELCA United Methodist Church W. W. Wallwork, Inc Wagner, Fred and Marcia Warwick WELCA Way, Jon L. D.D.S., M.S. Well, Russell and Michele West End Hide, Fur & Metal Co., Inc. West Prairie Ev. Congregation Wheaton Twp. Community Chest Whitaker, Frances E. Whitmore, Betty A. Widmer, Janelle Wittenberg, Ralph Women of Grace Zion Lutheran WELCA Zion Lutheran Womens Missionary League
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Mrs. Evelyn Delmore
Shirley Hanson
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Raymond H. Jones
Leif and Cynthia Peterson
Melvina F. Mandigo
Karter and Vernis Krogh
Jean Olson
Mrs. Rose O. Haralson
Carroll Haralson
Ms. Sheryl Landis
Joyce Kaiser
Mrs. Glenna Mae E. Larson
Dagny A. Mannie
Larry and Carmen Svenningsen
Harvey Olson
Glenn and Beverly Frericks
Gloria S. Harms
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Joyce Kaiser
Michael and Loretta McConnell
Dagny A. Mannie
Senster and Janet Vangsness
John Olson
Tim and Melissa Harris
Katelyn & Elizabeth Harris
Morris and Edna Mae Erickson
Carl Kallberg
Kevin and Cynthia Roorda
Louise C. Manstrom
Howard and Frances Smith
Robert L Olson
Leonard and Bonnie Didier
Enid and Kermit Harstad
George and Debbie Greshik
Caroline C. Karn
Clifford and Velma Martin
Dora A. Martin
Mrs. Lorna J. Boreson
Family Members
grandparents, mentors and friends of our donors. Memorial gifts help the Center fund
Ms. Unamae S. Stoyka
Dorothy Hart
Eldon and Clara Jo Conant
Alethea H. Karsten
Marvin and Mary Siedschlag
Dora A. Martin
Mr. Meryl T. Hansey
All Fallen Soldiers
Mrs. Erin J. Zalumskis-Sand
Elizabeth Harty
Ray and Peggy Wicklander
Ted Keck
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Jean M. Masters
Rev. Edward and Lois Hiller
services, programs and projects that have a life-changing impact. These donations honor
Mrs. Lucietta Hashbarger
Neil Hashbarger
Cinema Twin & Bison Twin
Loren Keim
Mrs. Margaret Sam
Iva Mayhew
Former members of Gluechstal Lutheran Church
Joel and Karen Nelson
John Haugen
Patricia Horner
Val and Christine Keller
Bosard, McCutcheon & Rau, Ltd.
E. Hugh Mc Cutcheon
Roger and Sylvia Oie
Parents
the memory of loved ones while creating meaningful and lasting memories.
Ms. Ina Stadum
Myrtle J. Haugen
Lou Jean Kelley
David A. Kelley
Mr. Bob McCarty
Shirley McCarty
Mrs. Astrid Ongstad
Walter Ongstad
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
George K. A. Haugland
Mrs. Mertis Hill
Hazel C. Kempel
Mrs. Hilda Burkhardt
Ann McClain
Mrs. Vivian Hoghaug
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Osen
Melvin and Ruth Skjerseth
Gudrid J. Haven
Clifford and Velma Martin
Hazel C. Kempel
Mrs. Ruby M. DeLair
Glen McClean
Mr. Lawrence Osman
Berniece Osman
For the months of September, October, November, and December 2010
Each year, the Anne Carlsen Center is blessed with gifts given in memory of parents,
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Mrs. Ruth Tweed
Gudrid J. Haven
James and Judy Engstrom
Alvin H. Kenner
Mrs. Dorothy E. McCormack
Herbert McCormack
Durward and Phyllis Otterness
Oscar & Myrtle Otterness
Mr. Bert J. Dunn
Jerry L. Dunn
Irving and Janice Thompson
Raymond and Viola Fragodt
Alfred and Joann Frappier
Melvin H. Haven
Mr. Brian Engstrom
Alvin H. Kenner
Dale and Lois Ferebee
Fred McCormack
Emily Ova
Olav Aarhus
Darlene Bjerke
Mrs. Ruby M. DeLair
Mrs. Betty J. Aarhus
Mr. Edwin H. Bjerke Dr. Randall J. Bjork M.D.
Norman Bjork
Mr. Bert J. Dunn
William and Emma Dunn
Glen and Nathlie Miller
Buelah L. Frank
Rodney and Joanne Tennyson
Jordis A. Kersten
Lawrence and Connie Anderson
Joan L. McDonnell
Andranik Ovassapian M.D.
Kenneth Aasness
Melvin H. Haven
James and Virginia LaBarre
Mrs. Frances Aasness
Mrs. Darlis Short
Mervin Bjornson
Tim Dwyer Farm Trust
Tim Dwyer
Jim and Karen Bonnet
Eugene Freier
Melvin and Ruth Skjerseth
Melvin H. Haven
Mrs. Gloria I. Fuhrer
Lyda Dell S. Kessler
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Bernice McDowall
American Legion Aux. Post # 96
Tillie Overlee
Kenneth L. Adams
Ms. Pearl L. Courneya
Donovan and Anna Dyrdal
I.E. and Edith Dyrdal
Joel and Donna Fricke
Daniel J. Fricke
Mrs. Ruth Tweed
Melvin H. Haven
Mrs. Joyce S. Rudel
Lyda Dell S. Kessler
Mrs. Norma E. Groethe
James McGill
Jeanette P. Overmoen
Donald and Carleen Agar
Blanche Blair
Mrs. Muriel Hoplin
Clifford and Velma Martin
Mr. Robert W. Martinson Jim and Ellen Redding
Daniel H. Bloms
Dr. and Mrs. Henry D. Edwards
Ruby and Roy Edwards
Mr. Leslie Fritz
Ollie Fritz
Mrs. Priscilla Allen
Hilda A. Ketterling
Michael and Loretta McConnell
Thomas McNamara
Jeanette P. Overmoen
Mary L. Albrecht
Darshayne Long Elk Hayenga
Ms. Harriet E. Olson
Jack and Marcene Malusky
Alon and Merle Wieland
Bill M. Borstad
Mrs. DiAnn Loll
Buzz Ehrens
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Donald Froeschle
Otto and June Bervik
Al Hedstrom
Paul and Lorraine Feser
Hilda A. Ketterling
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Jerald McNeary
Susan Ovind
John Allemeier
Gerald and Elenore Borstad
Mrs. Phyllis A. Berntson
Mrs. Helen F. Nordling
Char Feldman
Catherine A. Ehrichs
Mrs. Esther Fuchs
Edwin Fuchs
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Fred Heer
Mr. Robert J. Rudolph
Hilda A. Ketterling
Donald and Elizabeth Shaw
Jane McReynolds
Susan Ovind
Amanda W. Almer
Charles W. Borstad
Ms. Pamela K. Burkhardt
Paul and Kathleen Larson
Gerald and Elenore Borstad Howard and Evelyn Bose
Hilda and Carl Bose
Bill and Marilyn Hughes
Catherine A. Ehrichs
Mrs. Donna E. Gaffaney
James Gaffaney
Mrs. Dolores Landblom
Susan Kinter
Mrs. Georgie Mechtel
Marvin Mechtel
Susan Ovind
Cassidy Andel
Vivian L. Hegland
Mrs. Borgni Edin
Stephen and Berniece Froiland
David and Cecelia Collins
Robert Bossert
Mr. Myron Breiland
Emma Eide
Doris and Dennis Just
Stuart Gair
Erhart and Patricia Hehr
Esther M. Hehr
Mrs. Evelyn Delmore
James Klein
Mrs. Georgie Mechtel
Matthew A. Mechtel
Susan Ovind
Alice E. Anderson
Ms. Patricia L. Bossert
Annetta and Larry Knecht
Jay and Melissa Brademeyer
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fischer
Ernest and Amanda Eitzmann
Mrs. Marilyn F. Galazen
Paul B. Galazen
Mrs. Sherry Mischke
Bonny Heidrich
Marcia and James Gums
Nellie J. Klose
Ms. Shirley Jensvold
Ruben O. W. Medenwald Sr.
Susan Ovind
Florence M. Anderson
Marie Bourquin
Mrs. Magdalena M. Lautt
Kent and Bonnie Eicholtz
Richard and Linda Mc Bride Mrs. Janene Nordloef
Lisa Breding
Mrs. Judy Hunter
Elsie E. Eli
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Delmer Gallagher
Bryan and Gloria Jones
Nellie J. Klose
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Art Melby
Susan Ovind
Joyce Anderson
Genevieve M. Heie
Mr. James D. Nowatzki
Eldon and Clara Jo Conant
Mr. Thomas A. Heie
Gary Brekke
Steven and Carol Carey
Myrtle Ellingson
William and Betty Jane Preuss
Astrid E. Gates
Bruce and Mary Jo Martin
Genevieve M. Heie
Mr. Sam A. Kleinsasser
Ella A. Knodel
Elmer and Shirley Anderson
Kenneth L. Melton
Susan Ovind
Arnold Anderson
Donald and Luella Zinter
Larry and Edith Raatz
Mrs. Orvella P. Anderson
Sanford J. Brekke
Curtis and Betty Hahn
Oveda Eman
Mrs. Amie Torgerson
Ronald Gebeke
Karen and Brad Wiersum
Genevieve M. Heie
Webb and Joyce Voorhees
Kenneth Knudson
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Carl H. Meyer
Mrs. Jerrie S. Page
Jessie M. Page
Mervin Anfinson
Eldon and Clara Jo Conant
Mrs. Evelyn Delmore
Ruth Emery
Quintin and Ann Schowalter
Alvin Geisler
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Pete Herda
Mr. Duane Riskedahl
Arlene Knutson
Durward and Phyllis Otterness
Marvel & Herbert Meyer
Richard Palmer
Regina E. Artz
David S. Brenk
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Roy and Esther Peterson
Glen and Nathlie Miller Mrs. Ann E. Bross
Robert Bross
Larry and Carmen Svenningsen
Ruth Emery
Mr. Marvin R. Weispfenning
Edwin Geiszler
James and Linda Kimball
Wesley Kocher
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Walt Meyer
Al Parsley
Regina E. Artz
Hjalmer Hermanson
Mrs. Dolores Landblom
Rodney and Joanne Tennyson
Lowell and Amy Anderson
Paul H. Bruns
Mrs. Florence E. Oanes
Charlie Engdahl
David and Cecelia Collins
Fred and Kay Gerber
Paul and Elaine Carlson
LeRoy Heth
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Joseph Koenigsman
Mr. Vernon H. Meyer
Mary Ellen Meyer
Raydon and Betty Workin
Al Parsley
Gertrude Askegaard
Mrs. Magdaline L. Giesen
Mrs. Florence E. Oanes
Victor and Clara Engdahl
Mr. Jack A. Gibson
Ethel A. Gibson
Mrs. Wilma A. Heuer
Carl Heuer
Stanley and Sophie Bell
Ida Koester
Gregory and Hilda Eldevik
Arnold E. Mickelson
Delores A. Peck
Marsha E. Axvig
Oscar G. Bryn
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Orville and Sheryl Kjelland
Mr. E. Bruce Hagen C.S and JoAnn Bucknam
Mathilda Bucknam
Robert and Tracey Dolezal
Gary Engebretson
Mrs. Juanita J. Dura
Erma Gienger
Bryan and Gloria Jones
Lorraine Kollman
Ernest and Neva Miessel
Kevin Miessel
Shirley Pedersen
Dillan R. Bader
Laura Hildebrant
Mr. Harvey H. Pedersen
United Methodist Church & Sunday School
Ronald and Jane Falk
Mr. Ralph Wittenberg
Robert R. Bullock
S. Sue and DP Riley
Elaine Engstrom
Gerald and Sharon Radebaugh
Mearl H. Gifford
Dr. G.H. Hilts
Flora Elaine Hilts
Hugh and Jo Ann Patterson
Vernon and Delores Kongslie
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Johnny E. Mikkonen
Mrs. Dorothy L. Pederson
Lloyd Pederson
Mrs. Sherry Mischke
Darrell K. Badger
Mrs. Phyllis B. Andersland
Henrietta and Thomas Burgess
Ms. Carol A. Erbstoesser
John and Alice Erbstoesser
Roger and Patty Skarphol
El Vern Gillund
Waldo and Marion Platte
Llewellyn Hintz
Donald and Luella Zinter
Kenny Kosel
Ms. Delma Dyk
John and Alice Millenoor
Roger and Patty Skarphol
Lenora H. Pederson
Lavola L. A. Hoeft
Ms. Shirley Jensvold
Janice D. Kraemer
Mrs. Glenna Mae E. Larson
Clarice S. Miller
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Villvina Pence
Given By
Glen and Nathlie Miller
Mrs. Hulda E. Anfinson
Senster and Janet Vangsness
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Pamela Baesler
Mary and Clarence Steffen
Janet Burkhart
James and Carol Erkens
Thomas J. Erkens
M. Keith and Barbara Johnson
Alvera J. Glasoe
Mrs. DiAnn Loll
Mrs. Patricia Bahr
Dean Bahr
Gerald and Donna Collins
George Cammack
Mr. Warren H. Ernie
Ruby Ernie
Roger and Patty Skarphol
Alvera J. Glasoe
Mrs. MarJean Schauer
Gene Hofer
Ms. Esther Strausburg
Gerald Krueger
Dr. David E. Miller
Viola and Clement Miller
Bruce and Ellen Pentland
Virginia Pentland
Ms. Lorraine Tisdel
Dean Bahr
Rodney and Betty Hanson
Dr. Anne H. Carlsen
George and Jule Fredrickson
Jered Eslinger
Richard and Helene Anderson
Dora Glimsdahl
Norm and Sue Goehring
James L. Hoff
Ms. Dolores Davis
James R. Kruse
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Hazel E. Mindt
Charles and Lois Kelly
Shirley Pesuth
Dorothy and Leslie Hofstrand
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Catherine Kuhn
Cynthia Schreiber-Beck
Earl Mittag
Mrs. Evanell Taylor
Anna and Otto Peterson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Bruce Bair
James and Mary Kieley
Dr. Anne H. Carlsen
Mrs. Donna L. Espeseth
Vernon Espeseth
David and Cecelia Collins
Arvel Glinz
Mr. Richard K. Hofstrand
Mrs. Kay J. Kvasager
Ida Bakke
Dr. and Mrs. Ralph H. Kolstoe
Dr. Anne H. Carlsen
Mrs. Lois A. Estrem
Paul Estrem
Mrs. Juanita J. Dura
Arvel Glinz
John and Karen Holien
William Holien
Kent and Bonnie Eicholtz
Lois Kuklok
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Marjorie Mitzel
Eldon and Clara Jo Conant
Isabelle M. Peterson
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Ethel A. Bakken
Dr. June E. Stuckey
Dr. Anne H. Carlsen
Orville and Lilly Bratvold
Ray Fairbanks
Curtis and Betty Hahn
Arvel Glinz
Vernon and Marcy Grant
Arlene I. Holm
Mrs. Ruth E. Kuss
Phillip Kuss
Zion Lutheran Church
Helen E. Moeller
Wayne and Diana Jacobson
Lisa D. Peterson
Arlene I. Holm
Carolyn and Wayne Harper
Eileen LaBarre
Mrs. DiAnn Loll
Dee Moeller
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Verner Peterson
Karter and Vernis Krogh
Katie D. Bakkum
Louis and Gladys Larson
Dora Carlsen
Mr. Kenneth D. Fandrey
Lurline D. Fandrey
Robert and Bette Johnson
Arvel Glinz
Mrs. Lois Lundgren
Gregory and Hilda Eldevik
Arnold Bangs
Mrs. Selma T. Black
Corinne Carlson
Mrs. Rosanne M. Farrell
Gerald Farrell
Harvey and Marlene Skaare
Mary M. Glueckert
Barbara Holwegner
Al Holwegner
James and Linda Kimball
William L. Lane
Mr. Dennis L. Anderson
Dwaine Moen
Reed and Ruth Danuser
Waldo T. Peterson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Alma Bay
Robert and Vivian Baribeau
Ralph N. Christianson
Mrs. Cordy Farsdale
Wade Farsdale
Mrs. Margaret Sam
Alvin E. Graf
Charles and Eloise Jones
Joanne and Floyd Homuth
Ms. Syliva Darras
Patrick and Julia Langley
Mrs. Selma T. Black
Elaine Moffet
H. E. and Gertrude Hood
Betty J. Piech
Maynard Horntvedt
John and Inez Larson
Luke T. Larson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Jack Moore
Ms. Virginia S. Shreve
Betty J. Piech
Donald and Luella Zinter
Marsha Beckius
Mrs. Elda Christman
Marvin Christman
Mrs. Hazel Schlichting
Mildred C. Fasbender
Mrs. Gladys Jondahl-Morton
John Gray
Orval and Elaine Benson
Mrs. Mertis Hill
Gerald Beckstrom
Annetta and Larry Knecht
Daniel J. Cichos
Dean and Sylvia Fatland
Jan M. Fatland
Mr. Thomas N. Gregg
Mary Jane Gregg
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Werner H. Horter
Mrs. Marilyn F. Nissen
Pastor Percy L. Larson
Mrs. Karen Hinman-Zajic
Donna Mosby
Mrs. Phyllis Maynard Stanton
Betty J. Piech
Clifford and Velma Martin
Gerald Beckstrom
Darwin and Mary Ann Bitz
Jeanne E. Cobb
Slavko and Elfrieda Vasiljevic
Jan M. Fatland
Richard and Ethel Grieson
Sharol A. Grieson
Robert and Betty Hovey
Donald & Jeanette Hovey
Mrs. Muriel Hoplin
Selma A. Larson
Milton and Danene McLaen
Marvin Mund
William and Paulette McCann
Eudora J. Pieterick
Ronda Howard
Ms. Harriet E. Olson
Selma A. Larson
Mrs. Kathleen Wyum
Marvin Mund
William and Paulette McCann
Pattricia Pieterick
Michael and Shelley Behan
Kristin L. Behan
Mrs. Selma T. Black
William E. Cochrane
Mrs. Sharon I. Sullivan
Darcy J. Feickert
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Linda Griffin
Ms. Maureen Brychel
Ms. Esther Strausburg
William I. Bennett
Ms. Jeannine K. Colburn
Kay Colburn
Evelyn Brandvold
Irene M. Fenno
Mrs. Mary Griffin-Abrahamson
Raymond Abrahamson
Richard and Carma Maddock
Judy Huber
J. Gene and Betty Dura
Marie M. Lauer
Mrs. Maureen A. Munro
John Thomas Munro
Senster and Janet Vangsness
Norma Plath
Mrs. Delores B. Benson
Allan Benson
Mrs. Dorthea E. Melroe
Albert Cole
Glenn and Beverly Frericks
Irene M. Fenno
Mrs. Muriel B. Smith
Muriel Griffith
Mrs. Phyllis R. Lura
Lloyd Ingebretson
Mr. Kasper Lauinger
John J. Lauinger
Mr. Dennis R. Murphy
Genevieve & Francis Murphy
Mrs. Frieda Plesuk
Raymond Plesuk
Robert and Dorothy Sommerville
Mabel E. Benthin
Clifford and Velma Martin
Gerald Coleman
Mrs. Shelley Nannenga
Irene M. Fenno
Mrs. Agnes R. Stewart
Amber Grindeland
Mrs. Thelma L. DeBilt
Delores Inman
Mrs. Ivy E. Johannesen
Marie M. Lay
Duane and Barbara Butts
Paul Murphy
David and Cecelia Collins
Jim Polasky
Mrs. Dorothy L. Bentley
Donald Bentley
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Reginald Connelly
Mr. James D. Nowatzki
Irene M. Fenno
James and Judy Engstrom
Elaine Grise
Wayne and Anna Haverland
John Ista
Bruce and Patricia Hannon
John Leasure
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
C. Emerson Murry
Orville and Sheryl Kjelland
Kenneth Porter
Cleo and Claire Berdahl
James Berdahl
Lance and Judith Sateren
Reginald Connelly
Mrs. Margaret Sam
Irene M. Fenno
Mrs. Marilyn F. Nissen
Elaine Grise
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Margaret Izzo
Mrs. Eleanor Enget
Edna M. Ledene
Marvin and Laverne Schulz
Howard Neas
Mrs. Sarah J. Johnson
Lester and Annie Porter
Pacific Paper Products
Bertha Berg
Mr. Lloyd O. Cook
Marie Cook
Rachel and Ryan Schafer
Irene M. Fenno
Mrs. Violet Gruebele
Ludwig Gruebele
Herb and Phyllis Huber
Fred Jacobson
Mrs. Marian B. Bergan
Bernadine B. Lee
Marlin and Lois Ness
Sara Neitzel
Mrs. Juanita J. Dura
Tania J. Poyzer
Fred Jacobson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Edwin Leer
Gary and Jenette Nelson
Ann N. Nelson
Richard and Karen Hanson
Tania J. Poyzer
Wilmer and Esther Richter
Frieda Berg
Mrs. Carole J. Kvamme
Brian Cox
Bernyl and Nancy Nelson
Bruce Ferguson
Michael and Amy Steinke
Grant L. Gulleson
Mrs. Betty A. Jacobson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Leona F. Berg
Laurie and Steve Klefstad
Gregory G. Craychee
Mrs. Ann Fetzer
LeeRoy E. Fetzer
Morris and Edna Mae Erickson
Sawyer G. Gullickson
Mrs. Margaret Sam
Ardella James
Milton and Danene McLaen
Earl Lehmann
Dale and Roxanne Boelz
Dorothy Nelson
Richard and Carma Maddock
Tania J. Poyzer
James and Colleen Weyrauch
Donald Bergstrom
Sherman and Deborah Syverson
Gregory G. Craychee
Ms. Marcia Hoplin
Barb File
Lynn and Jeanette Kieper
Sawyer G. Gullickson
Wayne and Sandra Aamoth
Erling C. Jodock
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Bill Leingang
Ms. Carol L. Ness
Nate and Austin Ness
Mr. Robert Presler
Gottlob Presler
Alice M. Johansen
Marlin and Lois Ness
Byron J. Leland
Frances Hanson
Mary E. Neubert
Mr. Harold F. Priddy
Bertie Jo Priddy
Ms. Shirley Jensvold
Harley Bergstrom
Jerome and Barbara Cremers
Michael Cremers
Mrs. Muriel Hoplin
Barb File
Mrs. Elsie Gunsch
Gottlieb Gunsch
Annetta and Larry Knecht
Alvin W. Berndt
Darlene Berndt
Ms. Kay Glynn
Williams L. Cresap
Mrs. Edna L. Anderson
Albert Fink
Ms. Marcia Hoplin
Rose M. Gytri
Mrs. Elaine K. John
Kent John
Mrs. Donna L. Smith
Magdalena Lemer
Mrs. Janene Nordloef
Myron Nordloef
Todd and Julie Kollman
Stan Puklich
Rev. Gordon N. Berntson
Norma Berntson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Cordy W. Crowder
Otto and Irene Fink
Herbert M. Fink
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Merle Haaland
Mrs. Katherine Paschke
Agnes Johnson
Norman and Belle Kvale
William Lemke
Mrs. Janene Nordloef
Lucas Nordloef
Russell and Michele Well
Stan Puklich
Allerd O. Johnson
Joel and Lynette Schmitz
Merle A. Lemnus
Mike and Janeen Norland
Josh M. Norland
Evelyn Brandvold
Mary J. Quanrud
Mrs. Virginia D. Haugen
Norma Berntson
Paul and Barbara Jennett
John and Geraldine Dahlen
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fischer
Harry and Susie Fischer
Ms. Judy L. Kulla
JoAnn Haas
Orville and Sheryl Kjelland
Rev. Raynard J. Huglen
Norma Berntson
Richard and Carma Maddock
Ruth Dally
Ms. Ruth M. Fitterer
Wilfred Fitterer
Eldon and Clara Jo Conant
Willmar Haerter
Mrs. B. Sophie Loftsgard
Allerd O. Johnson
Ms. Susan M. Lender
Ruth Lender
Mr. Richard A. Novak
Bernice Novak
Marcia and James Gums
Mary J. Quanrud
Ms. Valborg Huglen
Norma Berntson
Mr. John H. Downs
Alma Danielson
Orville and Sharon Helgeson
Beverly A. Flagtwet
Chester and Frances Jensen
Hans Halverson
Turtle Mountain Retired Teachers
Ardis E. Johnson
Vera and Frank Fraass
Esther Levy
Charles and Shirley Hill
Jeanne Nunnelee
Robert and Bette Johnson
Mary J. Quanrud
Aurene M. Johnson
Ms. Lynda L. Faith
George and Dorothy Liebe
Mrs. Mary Seim
Alvina L. Nygard
Charles and Lois Kelly
Mary J. Quanrud
Neil and Nancy Jordheim
Norma Berntson
Mrs. Erin J. Zalumskis-Sand
Chance DeCoteau
Mr. Darrell Johnson
Ervin Flaten
Rolland and Jennifer Fletcher
Ruth Halvorson
Mr. Chester E. Nelson Jr.
Ms. Judy L. Kulla
Norma Berntson
Mrs. Judy Goettle
Brian M. DeMoe
Mrs. Eldora Melaas
Ervin Flaten
Mrs. Dolores Landblom
Rick Hamilton
Clark and Audrey Crum
Ronald Johnson
Ms. Lynda L. Faith
James Liebe
Mrs. Margaret Sam
Donelda J. Oberlander
Ms. Judy L. Kulla
Mary J. Quanrud
Mrs. Marilyn F. Nissen
Norma Berntson
Stanley and Phyllis Dolbinski
Bertha Deringer
Garry Thompson
Ervin Flaten
Mr. Allan W. Hankel
Leslie Hankel
Orville and Sheryl Kjelland
Dennis R. Johnson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
LaVern Liebelt
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Lillian J. Offerman
Eric and Patricia Monson
Mary J. Quanrud
Donna S. Johnson
Mrs. B. Sophie Loftsgard
Joel Lindell
Mrs. Marian B. Bergan
Eleanor K. Officer
Valerie and David Nelson
Mary J. Quanrud
Mrs. Rosemary Voglewede
Norma Berntson
Bill and Marilyn Hughes
Ludmilla Deutsch
David and Malinda Meyer
Frieda and Henry Foege
Mr. Allan W. Hankel
Luella A. Hankel
Mrs. Mary Ann Engebretson
Mrs. Erin J. Zalumskis-Sand
Norma Berntson
Leo and Violet Just
Diana I. Dewald
Mrs. Eleanor Forseth
Barbara Forseth
Clifford and Velma Martin
James Hanna
Mrs. Amie Torgerson
Donna S. Johnson
Martell and Luella Stenberg
Lori J. Livingood
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Louise Ohlhauser
Grant and Donna Schmidt
Mary J. Quanrud
Mrs. Carol J. Bertelsen
Charles Bertelsen
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Sydney Dickey
Mrs. Dorothy M. Foss
Ellsworth Foss
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Doris I. Hansen
David and Cecelia Collins
George C. Johnson
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Florence Lloyd
Michael and Loretta McConnell
Esther M. Oien
Larry and Edith Raatz
Curtis R. Raatz
Gertrude C. O. Johnson
Mrs. Monica Lubbers
Byron Lubbers
Clifford and Velma Martin
Agnes C. Olafson
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Janet Rachuy
Lowell and Amy Anderson
Hazel Berve
Marvin and Mary Ann Michelson
Dorothy Dockter
Lowell and Amy Anderson
Lloyd S. Fossen
Mr. Ivan J. Hansen
Helen M. Hansen
Clifford and Velma Martin
Gordon and Ida Mae Smith
Connie Beyer
Mr. Theodore J. Donley
Mary Ann Donley
Sylvia Reimche
Lloyd S. Fossen
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Benjamin Hansen
Darwin and Mary Ann Bitz
Jordan S. Johnson
Char Feldman
Bruce Lund
Vernon and Marcy Grant
Gary Olson
Wilmer and Esther Richter
Wilma Ramirez
Walter and Beatrice Reinke
Henry D. Bieber
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Joseph M. Dosch
Lowell and Amy Anderson
Rose Fossen
Mrs. Swanhild M. Morrison
Ralph E. Hansen
Mr. Lester Johnson
Lorraine Johnson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Evelyn Lundberg
Vernon and Marcy Grant
Vince Olson
Bruce and Lucinda Vantine
Agnes Reed
Ms. Roselyn Lueck
Carol Bieber
Al and Judy Dosch
Karen Jane Dosch
Marvin and Judy Skogen
Kylee D. Foster
Waldo and Marion Platte
Roger Hanson
Sen. Timothy J. Flakoll
Roy H. Johnson
Eldon and Clara Jo Conant
Erling Lunde
Robert and Deanne Frarck
Harris and Julia Olson
Bruce and Lucinda Vantine
Shirley Reed
Mrs. Katherine Paschke
Carol Bieber
Ms. Shirley Jensvold
Andrew Dunn
Vera and Frank Fraass
Frank Fraass, Duane & Billy Bradley
Ms. Darlene Fjeldstad
James Hanson
Mrs. Mary L. Johnson
Sean A. Johnson
Kermit and Arlys Sorby
Tamera A. Madrid
Mrs. Kathy R. Ashe
Helen A. Olson
Wayne and Coleen Rehovsky
Cheryl Rehovsky
Gaylen and Patricia Fischer
Mary F. Bird
Alan and Phyllis Campbell
Dorothy Dunn
Irving and Janice Thompson
Alvin Fragodt
Helen Mairs
Kenny Hanson
George and Sylvia Rush
Tobias and Inga Johnson
Helen Mairs
Larry R. Mairs
Janet M. Olson
John Olson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Arlene Reich
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Paul and Julie Wysocki
Ron Reichert
Mrs. DiAnn Loll
Richard W. Score
Mrs. Joan Lindvall
Darlene M. Sveum
Raydon and Betty Workin
Alice M. Wagner
Mrs. Mary Griffin-Abrahamson
John C. Reilly
Apollo Hair Clinics
Dorothy Seefeldt
Glenn K. Swanson
Ellard S. Swanson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
William Wagner
Mrs. Muriel B. Smith
Mark Reistad
Mrs. Irene B. Meyer
Dorothy Seefeldt
Glenn K. Swanson
Bedvi Swanson
Ken and Cathy Walsh
John K. Walsh
Ken and Constance Flaagan
Aaron K. Richardson
Richard and Nancy Shermoen
Clarence and Margaret Shermoen Glenn K. Swanson
Gregory K. Swanson
David and Cecelia Collins
Ronald Wanzek
Mrs. Evelyn R. Rients
Tjark Rients
Daris and Mabel Bittner
Donald Siebold
Milton and Danene McLaen
Dorothy G. Syverson
Mrs. Pat G. Klosterman
Leona H. D. Ward
Ronald and Lisa Rigge
Edna A. Rigge
Mrs. Juanita J. Dura
Alice Siegle
Alvin and Marie Storbakken
Dorothy G. Syverson
Darwin and Mary Ann Bitz
Bernice Watkins
Myron and Kathryn Eidsmoe
Sam Rikhus
Joel and Donna Fricke
Dr. James Silbernagel
Mrs. Mavis A. Wold
Dorothy G. Syverson
Jon L. Way, D.D.S., M.S.
Helen Way
Keith and Rebecca Solberg
Patricia Rittgarn
Mrs. Muriel B. Smith
Helen Silseth
Ms. Virginia Jeanotte
C. Morris Tangsrud
Mr. Victor L. Welk
Darlene Welk
Harvey and Marlys Johnson
Marie Robertson
Blain and Gail Christianson
Mabel Simonson
Mrs. Evanell Taylor
Walter Taylor
Hugh and Jo Ann Patterson
Dora Werle
Alan and JoAnn King
Frank A. Robinson
Ms. Ruth N. Hall
Mabel Simonson
Mrs. Evanell Taylor
James L. Taylor
Charles and Mary Bovee
Ina Werner
Vernon and Eileen Vigesaa
Leroy Roeske
Mr. Morgan S. Simonson
Mabel Simonson
Reed and Ruth Danuser
Dorothy C. Temanson
Mrs. Muriel Hoplin
Selma E. Werness
Mrs. Joyce S. Rudel
Joe Rogelstad
Mrs. Coleen Sivertson
Lloyd Sivertson
Gary and Phyllis Torske
Dorothy C. Temanson
Ms. Harriet E. Olson
Selma E. Werness
Ms. Darlene Fjeldstad
Denice Rohde
Mrs. L. Elvira Lokken
Clara A. Skarphol
John and Dorothy Terrill
Karen J. Terrill
Mrs. Evelyn Delmore
Freda Whetzel
Greg and Julie Olson
Avery Rolstad
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Clara A. Skarphol
Bryan and Gloria Jones
Alvin Tescher
Jack and Marcene Malusky
F. Wendell Whitford
Mrs. Lucille A. Rotz
George Rotz
Roger and Patty Skarphol
Clara A. Skarphol
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Rev. Alfred E. Thiem
Norm and Judy Lacer
Irma Whitney
Mr. Ferdinand Rudolf
Lenora Rudolf
Ms. Viola Tangsrud
Clara A. Skarphol
Rev. Wells and Yvonne Gage
William Thomas
Patricia Wieck
Irma Whitney
Mr. Robert J. Rudolph
August and Mary Rudolph
Mrs. Katherine Paschke
Susan Skedsvold
Caroll and Virgie Erickson
Clara B. Thompson
Alon and Merle Wieland
Eldora and Gustav Wieland
Mrs. Amy V. Parrow
Joel Rutledge
Mr. Charles D. Stromsodt
Freda Sletten
William and Lorraine Baasch
Ardie Thorson
Mrs. Irene Koepplin
Matthew J. Wiest
Mrs. Sylvia Sieberns
Johanna Saathoff
Donald and Elizabeth Shaw
Cody Smith
Ms. Darlene F. Peterson
Sara J. Throlson
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Roy Williams
Mrs. Hilda Sackmann
Ervin Sackmann
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Elizabeth Smith
Joellyn Seibel
Sara J. Throlson
James and Virginia LaBarre
Ryan Wilson
Mrs. Mary Ann Engebretson
Rodney W. Salveson
Ms. Marcia Hoplin
Gary Smith
Ione Swenson
Sara J. Throlson
C. William and Patricia Dennert
Kerwin Winkler
Curtis and Betty Hahn
Art Sather
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Ted Smith
Marvin and Donna Wanzek
Sara J. Throlson
Dennis and Myrna Wold
Claudius Wold
R. L. and Betty Wood
Hailey Sattler
James and Linda Kimball
Craig Smithberg
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Lydia Tietz
James and Ruth Anderson
Charles and Louise Wolfmeyer
Darwin and Mary Ann Bitz
Helen E. Schaub
Bert and Sandra Johnson
Mildred C. Snell
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Duane Tietz
Mrs. Shirley Wolsky
Wesley Wolsky
Charles and Eileen Erickson
Helen E. Schaub
Jon and Gloria Paulson
Herman Sogard
Joel and Lynette Schmitz
David Tingley
Ms. Irene Reinhardt
Albert Wolt
Glen and Nathlie Miller
Larry Schave
Byron and Ardyce Ellingson
Myrna Sogge
Orville and Lilly Bratvold
Vernon Tofte
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Bruce and Marlene Solberg
Bernice and Alvin Schepp
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Faye Solheim
Alfred and Joann Frappier
Leonard Topp
Mrs. Eunice Wunderlich
Mr. Elroy Schlenker
Laura Schlenker
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Lillian Sorensen
Glen and Nathlie Miller
Eleanor D. Trieglaff
C. William and Patricia Dennert
John Wysock
Herman and Rosalie Schmitz
Mary Schmitz
Byron and Ardyce Ellingson
May Sorlie
Howard and Bernice Carlson
Charles and Alfred Tuhkanen
Gary and Jan Wysocki
Mrs. Blossom G. Schnabel
Walter Schnabel
Reuben and Shirley Smith
May Sorlie
Mrs. Juanita J. Dura
Barbara A. Turner
Gary and Jan Wysocki
Richard and Carma Maddock
Verna Mae Schrader
Mr. Robert W. Martinson
Robin Stanton
Mark and Lynn Turnquist
Alice Turnquist
Ms. Judy L. Kulla
Norbert Schroeder
Waldo and Marion Platte
Fern Steffen
Mrs. Dorothy Ufkes
Albertus Ufkes
Bryan and Gloria Jones
Frederick Schuler Jr.
Gregory and Hilda Eldevik
John Steinberger
Mrs. Dolores Landblom
Askland-Yohe Chiropractic, LTD
Bertha M. Schulte
Mrs. Ivy E. Johannesen
Ruth Stillings
Randy and Linda Myhra
Ms. Doris M. Oeder
Clarice Schumacher
Mrs. Mildred A. Putman
Adolph Stockstad
Mrs. MarJean Schauer
Milton Schumaker
Rev. Henry G. Stolz
Waldo and Marion Platte
Lori Schumann
Harvey and Marlene Skaare
Mrs. Elizabeth Kalhagen
Ray Schwan
Bert and Diane Anderson Mrs. Erna E. Schwartz
A nn e C a rl se n C E N T ER LE G AC Y C IR C LE A number of dedicated friends of the Anne Carlsen Center have made the decision to include the Center in their wills or estate planning. While some have made ACC a life insurance beneficiary, others have established a charitable annuity or trust. There are 102 individuals and/or couples that have been inducted into the Circle of Friends Benefactor Society. It is through their gifts that the Center is helping provide countless meaningful experiences for individuals touched by a disability, but not defined by one. Mildred E. Bakken Estate
Carl Norsteby Estate
Wayne M. Wrangham
Mary and Harold Berg
Glenn H. Olson
Vernon Wunderlich
Paul S. Berge Estate
Fred and Leopoldine Pardau
Julian and Rowena Wysocki
Oford Boe
Marie and Frank Reichardt
Kathy Wysocki
Dr. Anne H. Carlsen
Mr. John S. Rouzie
Gary and Jan Wysocki
Lyle Wysocki
David and Geraldine Yaggie
Tanya K. Yaggie
Mr. Russell D. Chaney
Charles A. Russell Estate
Michael Unhjem
Daris and Mabel Bittner
Larry York
Robert and Mary Claus
Eldon Saunders Estate
Michael Unhjem
Mrs. Virginia L. Homan
Patricia B. Young
Lowell and Joan Overbo
Michael Unhjem
Curtis and Betty Hahn
Archie Zahursky
Clyde W. Coe Estate
Katherine B. Schneider Estate
Amelia Stolz
Mrs. Edna L. Anderson
LeRoy Upton
Mrs. Fern A. Olson
Archie Zahursky
Lloyd E. Dahley Trust
Frederick Schuler Jr.
Selmer Storseth
Wally and Myrle Thingelstad
Luella Vangsnes
Perry and Sylvia Schlagel
Jerome Zalumskis
Gertrude and Harry Eck
Allen E. Scott Estate
Mrs. Sigrid V. Strand
Anna Strand
Apollo Hair Clinics
Harvey D. Vasvick
Elmer and Marjorie Zempel
Loren and Susan
Della and Delton Schwanz
Ms. Shirley Jensvold
Harris Strege
John and Erna Vinje
Donna B. Vinje
Gordon and Ida Mae Smith
Lyle Zieman
Mr. Warren H. Ernie
George E. Serfass Estate
Ivan Schwartz
Paul and Elaine Carlson
Gary Streich
Mrs. Evelyn Delmore
Marion L. Vogel
Mrs. Dorothy L. Zimmerman
Randal J. Zimmerman
Esther A. Foulke Estate
Mr. Adolph E. Shirley
Leslie and Carma Branch
Alma and Carl Schwarz
Mrs. Lillian Stromme
Morris Stromme
Mary L. Grinde
Wayne Volla
Mrs. Vera Zottnick
William Zottnick
Kenneth and Betty Erickson
Richard W. Score
Mrs. Myrtle Styf
Arnold Styf
Marvin and Mary Ann Michelson Alice A. Wade
Gladys M. Fredrickson Estate
Marie Singsaas Estate
Martha M. George
Jean L. Stelter
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Henry Gieseking Trust
Ramah E. Stencel Estate
Farmers & Merchants State Bank
ACC Staff
Rachel Mickelson
Mary Lewis
Arthur and Esther Bender
Brady Moser
Aaron Henderson
Mary Lewis
Mrs. Jane E. Nissen
Thomas Nissen
Eleanor M. Thompson Estate
ACC Staff
Mrs. Mary Ann Pedersen
Ainslee S. Grady Estate
Richard and Margery Pantley
Anne Carlsen Students
Martha and Guy Rosenberg
Mary Lewis
Doug and Kathy Sitzler
Sharon Olson
Adelaide Hayes Trust
Mary Thorpe Estate
Stephen and Ruth Carnal
Rosalie W. Anderson
David and Carol McCarthy
Charles Kennedy
Stutsman County
Loved ones
Margaret S. Hellyer Trust
Betty J. Toppen Estate
Kenneth and Murlyn Smith
Gary and Yvonne Baillio
Christopher and Elizabeth Keys
Tim and Connie Kennedy
Abstract Company
Paul and Kelly Baron
Elaine D. Baron
Leonard and Eleanor Bertsch
Sander
Mrs. Mary Jean Ben
Loved ones
George and Lila Jack
Edmund E. Toutges Trust
Ms. Mandy Brekhus
Lenny and Karen Behm
Nathan Kjelland
Sander
Gerald and Donna Collins
Amanda, Madison & Mercadies
Dorothy E. Kaseman Estate
Clara I. Van Camp Estate
Mrs. Marlys A. Bergene
Margo Bergene
and Britt Jacobson
Mr. Thomas A. Heie
Children & Grandchildren
James and Phyllis Voldal
Michael and Julie Binnie
John and Leah Lenarz
Sander
Richard and Dorothy Homstad
Great Grandchildren
Kopperud Foundation
Lorraine M. Van Dyke Estate
Edward and Elaine Boehm
Ron Boehm
Thomas and Mariol Knapp
Melody Knapp
Annetta and Larry Knecht
Grandchildren
Daniel Kornovich
William C. Weidner Estate
Ms. Jeannine K. Colburn
Gordon T. Colburn
Mrs. Lois E. Kiefer
Michael Kraig
Carl and DeLores Turnquist
Loved ones
Mrs. Murriel A. Carlson
Jeannine K. Colburn
Wm. and Patricia Dowell
Tyler La Croix
Hannaford Homemakers
Kelvin Opp
Shirley V. Lamont Estate
Gerrit Zaagsma Estate
Dr. and Mrs. Lewis M. Cowardin
Ted Cowardin
Gordon and Jean Lund
Christopher LaCroix
Martha and Guy Rosenberg
Mary Ann Pedersen
Gordon A. Larson Estate
Leona M. Zeller Estate
Blanche B. Little
Mary J. Zimmerman Estate
In Honor Of Living tributes to the Anne Carlsen Center honor family members or friends on special occasions, such as birthdays, weddings, anniversaries or holidays. This meaningful way to recognize those you love provides caring and comprehensive care to individuals with disabilities. Because of your faithful support, individuals served by the Center can beat the odds and experience life to its fullest.
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Ms. Virginia Eastmo
Jacob Eastmo
Roger and Patty Skarphol
Christopher LaCroix
Mrs. Olivia A. Johnson
Harlan and Jane Peterson
Janet and Ronald Erickson
Darlene Erickson
Galen and Terri Skarphol
Christopher LaCroix
Kara Geiger
Marc Price
Ms. Sandra Franke
Natasha N. Esch
Jerry and Kay Gnoinsky
RomaKay Landis
Anthony and Jean Peszko
Andy and Arliss Radford
Joyce L. Luhr
David and Malinda Meyer
Romaine Foege
Ms. Dorla J. Hill
Carolyn Lara-Braud
Les and Gloria Reister
Brian and Brenda Reister
Rudolph M. Lundberg Estate
Tom and Margie Holmes
Kurby D. Frey
James and Virginia Stevens
Tobias and Margaret Larson
Ms. Cathleen M. Christopherson
Jaxon A. Rolstad
Gary and June Glass
Ty Glass
William and Margaret Leech
Sarah M. Leech
Mrs. Lillian G. Rost
Dennis and Shirley Rost
Mr. Steven R. Sarafolean
Patricia Gromak
Bob and Helen Lewis
Keaton Lewis
Gordon and Ida Mae Smith
Dr. and Mrs. Charles Sarabun Jr.
Arlan and Fern Haiby
Arlan and Fern Haiby
Leif and Cynthia Peterson
Keaton Lewis
Lance and Judith Sateren
Clifford and Lorene Sateren
Mrs. Mary Seim
Beverley Hall
Mrs. Doris P. Selander
Becca Manor
Raydon and Betty Workin
Galen and Josephine Satrom
Holly Dammann
Michael and Peggy Hanney
Ms. Alice M. Alexander
Saige B. Meyer
Ted and Agnes Hoversten
Gary and Becky Savaloja
Eugene and Marilyn Hinman
Michael E. Hinman
Leon and Dawn Helstad
Saige B. Meyer
Eugene and Carol Hanson
Casey Savelkoul
Gary and Jill Schroeder
Zachary Hofmann
David and Geraldine Yaggie
Geneva Miranowski
Dale and Arnola Savelkoul
Casey Savelkoul
Thomas and Mariol Knapp
Judith Huerta
Mr. Robert B. Mitchell Jr.
Stuart Mitchell
Cynthia Schreiber-Beck
Robert and Eldora Schreiber
Dr. Richard D. Nierling Estate
Donor Awareness
Luke J. Johnson
Craig and Cindy Hanson
Eric Monson
Gordon and Ida Mae Smith
Richard and Mary Starleaf
Artekta Inc
Erling and Elizabeth Tufte
Amanda B. Tufte
John J. Nierling Jr.
Jeffrey and Pamela Morrau
Mr. Daryl Bachmeier
Jeffrey and Pamela Morrau
Vernon and Geraldine Glass
Gabriella Wagner
David and Geraldine Yaggie
Rita Yaggie
Softball Tournament Thomas and Mariol Knapp Ruth and Norman Michaud
Audrey Jones Mary Lewis
Ms. Judy L. Kulla
Jeffrey and Pamela Morrau
John B. Lyon, Jr. Estate Mr. John Lyons Zona A. McArthur Estate E. A. and Mabel Moline Don Nierling Trust
Mr. Henry A. Niewoehner Estate
New to the Tree Members of this group have made significant lifetime gifts in support of the Anne Carlsen Center. They are recognized on our Tree of Life—a work of art with leaves, apples, stones and clouds representing various giving levels. A donor who has gifted at least a cumulative total of $5,000 is recognized on the tree. In 2010, 24 individuals and/or businesses became part of this tribute. As the Tree of Life continues to thrive, these generous donors are helping the many individuals we serve, do the same. Those who joined the Tree in 2010 are: Paul S. Berge Estate
Thomas and Mary Rohleder
Mrs. Iris Bighley
Dale and Arnola Savelkoul
Mr. Russell D. Chaney
Frederick Schuler Jr.
Fargo Lions Club
Ramah E. Stencel Estate
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J. Thomas and Jeanette Anderson
Ms. Sandra Franke
Eleanor M. Thompson Estate
Martha M. George
Betty J. Toppen Estate
Ms. Esther R. Grabanski
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David and Carol Hoplin
Clara I. Van Camp Estate
Jamestown Implement Bryan and Gloria Jones Daniel Kornovich Blanche B. Little Gary and Jenette Nelson Mr. Robert Presler
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REVENUE – The funding for the services that Anne Carlsen Center provides come from state and federal government sources. We are also fortunate to share ties with a dedicated donor base who believe in the mission and values of the Center. Local Funding – The Center receives funding for the children unable to attend the public school systems. State Funding – The state of North Dakota believes the care for individuals with intellectual disabilities is important and the legislature generously appropriates for these individuals during each session. Federal Funding – The federal government allocates funding for individuals with disabilities through special education appropriations. Many individuals are also eligible for Medicaid funding. Development Funding – The Anne Carlsen Center Foundation was incorporated to provide funding for those special projects that set the Center apart from other entities. ACC has been successful in fundraising for a Therapeutic Pool, Green House Solarium, Adaptive Playground Equipment, cutting edge Technology, a Chaplaincy Program and so many other specialized pieces of equipment for our clients. Current Giving – The Anne Carlsen Center receives monetary donations from multiple sources including gifts from donors, memorials, and proceeds from individuals’ insurance. Donations – From specific donor events such as Giving Hearts Day, to designated appeals, to money donated through The Ambassador or annual calendar, the gifts from friends of the Center represent an important portion of money used to fund our unique and special projects. Memorials/In Honor Of – Donating in honor of an individual who has passed away provides an opportunity to assist others person in need for years to come. Securities– Gifting an investment to the Center may be the optimal way to provide a significant gift while at the same time reaping tax benefits by bypassing potential capital gains taxes. Planned Giving – Each year, many of the Center’s donors create giving opportunities through bequests and trusts. These unique gifts ensure long-term continuity of programs. Gifts by Will – Bequests, both large and small, account for a major portion of the Center’s endowment and provide significant funding for programs, facilities, and student/client support. In addition to being one of the simplest ways to distribute your estate, your will can also be a creative vehicle through which you can make a thoughtful gift to the Anne Carlsen Center. Charitable Gift Annuities – This is a wonderful way to make a meaningful gift to the Center while enjoying income and tax benefits that can also help enhance your future financial well-being. When making a charitable gift of cash or other property, you—or another person you designate—receive fixed payments that will continue regardless of how long you or your designee live.
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Charitable Trusts – If you are interested in making a substantial gift to the Center over a period of years, consider making us a beneficiary if a charitable trust whereby assets are transferred to a trust that pays income to the Center for a predetermined number of years. At the end of that period, the assets are returned to you or other persons you name including the Center. Retained Life Estate – Using a life estate arrangement, you can make a real estate gift to the Center now but retain the security of knowing you may live there or own the property as long as you wish. By gifting the property by deed, it does not pass through your probate estate at death, possibly saving unnecessary expenses and delays. Insurance Proceeds – One of the simplest ways to make a significant gift to the Anne Carlsen Center is to name it to receive all or a portion of the proceeds of a life insurance policy. You can ensure a gift that may ultimately be larger than its cost.
EXPENDITURES – As responsible stewards of these varied revenues, the Center believes it must utilize cost-effective methods for spending—both for now and in the future. Investment in Care – Everything we are revolves around the individuals we serve at the Anne Carlsen Center. Whether through Nursing Care, Residential Living, Transportation, Rehab Services, Education or Property, we consider it an investment in the care we provide for our students and clients.
COST SAVINGS MEASURES Go Green – Due to the size of Anne Carlsen Center and its carbon footprint, any decrease in paper/energy and other resources used can only be seen as a positive. Efficient/effective collection of data to improve care is utilized. Staffing/Resources – We are consistently evaluating the impact of our Community Service program. Volunteers – We are committed to revitalizing a volunteer program to increase awareness of the needs of those we serve as well as augment our staffing needs with the interests of volunteers in the communities we serve. In 2010, the Anne Carlsen Center had expenditures of $17,832,106 while fulfilling its mission of creating independence for the remarkable individuals we serve throughout North Dakota. Operating revenues for this unique organization were at $16,528,955. To help offset many of the resources utilized by the Center’s experienced staff, the Center’s Foundation raised $1,144,845 through bequests and trusts, and $487,911 in donations. The Center received generous contributions of $82,385 from memorials and money set aside in an endowment to help fund the Center’s services gained $1,110,013 in interest invested earnings in 2010. This money will continue to nurture abilities and change lives … as we have done for 70 years. In previous years we have been in the fortunate position to provide unique experiences such as our therapy pool, the greenhouse/ solarium, and a number of vocational opportunities.
Community Services – Expansion to keep a person in their home communities near their families and familiar surrounding. KIDS Infant Development Program – Collaborating resources in the best interest of families with special need infants and toddlers, birth to age 3. Investment in Technology – The equipment we utilize throughout the Anne Carlsen Center helps the individuals we serve to develop skills for everyday tasks. It might be as simple as shelving installed for those that are unable to reach high, voice activated computer, or a battery pack for a ventilator. Smart House – ACC continues to explore the options for our students/client to transition from the Center to multi-support or individual living settings.
• Evaluation Team reaching out to communities. • Intervention and Treatment Services. • Conferences – education and training for caregivers, professionals and families. • Companion Dog Program – research and implementation.
Education • 9 Month School • 10 Week Extended Summer Program • Adaptive Physical Education • Library Services • Transition Support • Assistive Technology • Behavior Support • Vocational Training
• Dysphasia Treatment • Adaptive Equipment • Behavioral Therapy
Home Life/Residential • Advanced Medical Care • Nursing • Physician • Dietary • Psychological/Behavior • Support Services • Recreation
Outreach • Evaluations and Assessments • Outpatient Therapy • Professional Development • Consultations • Summer Camp • Conferences and Workshops
Therapeutic Support • Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Speech Therapy • Sensory Motor Integration • Aquatic Therapy
2010 ACC Expenses Dietary Services (1.8%) Taxes/Depreciation $315,982 Property Insurance (4.1%) $734,923 Rehabilitative Therapy (7.9%) $1,401,869
Community Services (8.0%) $1,431,959
Administration (10.4%) $1,856,288 Public Information/ Fundraising (3.8%) $669,622 Education (13.3%) $2,370,868
Community Services • In-Home Supports (birth to 21) • Community Day Supports (21 and over) • Assessments • Program Coordination
KIDS Infant Development Program • Evaluation • Individual Family Service Plan • Home Visits • Consultations
2010 ACC REVENUES
Other (2.29%) $459,096 Community Services (8.25%) $1,650,522 Rehab Services (7.51%) $1,503,218
Contributions (2.44%) $487,911 Memorials (.41%) $82,385 Bequests/Trusts (5.72%) $1,144,845 Earnings on Endowment (3.79%) (5.55% with minerals) $758,510 Tuition (16.29%) $3,259,120
Transportation (0.4%) $69,191
Investment in Future Resources – It isn’t always about today. We are looking to the future for our clients and individuals. Research indicates the need for Autism services is increasing in North Dakota. We are investing our future resources to meet the growing needs of the North Dakota population for years to come. Autism Services
ANNE CARLSEN CENTER PROGRAM AND SERVICES
Property and Household (4.6%) $828,110
DIRECT Care/ Program services Expenses
Medical/Home Life Services (45.7%) $8,148,928
DIRECT Care/ Program Services Revenues
Medical/Home Life Services (51.54%) $10,313,582
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A Memorable Start to 2011 Anne Carlsen Center overcomes challenges to make 8th annual gala a true success
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he Anne Carlsen Center (ACC) rang in 2011 with elegance and style at its annual gala on New Year’s Eve, despite one of the worst blizzards in recent North Dakota history. The storm system in the final days of 2010 produced freezing rain, glare ice, heavy snowfall and high winds. Conditions were so hazardous that officials closed Interstate 94 between Jamestown and Fargo.
Janet Stark was the winner of this year’s Star Diamond at the culmination of the Center’s Annual “Sparkle!” New Year’s Eve Gala.
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art, a 2-night stay at a resort cottage, Auto Start installation and parts, a day at the spa, and tickets to professional and collegiate sporting events. More than $20,000 was raised to benefit the remarkable individuals served by the Anne Carlsen Center. Proceeds will go toward purchasing a specialized bathing system for the Center’s medically-fragile students.
“We couldn’t have done it without our “We’ve had wintry weather loyal volunteers,” says Nannenga. that has coincided with the “The gala committee members, Anne gala before, but nothing like Carlsen Center staff, and Jamesthis recent experience,” says town area businesses helped make gala chairperson Shelley Nanthe event a success. The Jamestown nenga, the Center’s Associate College Boys Basketball team proDirector of Major Gifts and vided valet parking service, while the Planned Giving. “Thankfully, Jamestown College Girls Basketball determination and teamteam helped serve the meal and hors work helped this event come d’oeuvres. The Center is truly blessed together, and it was a very by the dedication of these exceptional special, memorable evening.” individuals.” The weather, which prevented some The finale of the elegant evening was guests from attending, also kept the the raffle of a loose, 74-point diaFargo-based band scheduled to permond, provided by Richard Doerr of form during the dance from making Richard’s Jewelry. The winning ticket the trip. “Because the interstate was holder was Janet Stark of Jamestown. closed,” says Anne Carlsen Center “I couldn’t believe it was actually my CEO Eric Monson, “we knew it would name being called,” says Stark. “I be impossible for the band to get think I had to check the reaction of here. Thankfully, Ron Schauer and our friends at our table just to make Cliff Calheim of RC House of Rock sure.” Stark and her husband, Ross, in Jamestown stepped in. Their DJ have attended every gala since the business is brand new, and they were annual event began, and have entered willing to help us out on short notice. the diamond raffle each year. “I have They did a phenomenal job—in fact, had great memories at each gala— we couldn’t get people off the dance especially the very first one, when a floor at the end of the night.” close friend of mine who was battling The silent auction tables featured 52 cancer won the diamond,” she says. prize packages. Auction items includ- “It made winning the diamond this ed a children’s pedal airplane, framed year even more special.”
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Board of Trustees Thomas Rohleder Chairperson Fargo, N.D. Tim Flakoll Fargo, N.D. Joel Fremstad Moorhead, Minn.
Robert Montgomery, M.D. Fargo, N.D. Sue Offutt, Ph.D. Arlington Heights, Ill. Janet Seaworth Bismarck, N.D.
Harvey Huber Jamestown, N.D.
Pat Traynor Vice Chairperson Fargo, N.D.
Bruce Iserman Fargo, N.D.
Reesa Webb Denver, Colo.
Pat McCullough Edina, Minn.
Myra Quanrud, M.D. Ex Officio Jamestown, N.D.
SENIOR MANAGEMENT Eric Monson Chief Executive Officer
Judy Kulla Chief Financial Officer
Marcia Gums Chief Operating Officer
Margie Johnson Human Resource Director
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The Anne Carlsen Center is gearing up for its 29th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament on August 6, 2011 at the Jamestown Country Club. Registration will be held at 8 a.m., followed by a 9 a.m. shotgun start. An event will be held for golfers and family during the evening of August 5. On the day of the tournament, a meal will be served following the tournament and prizes will be given throughout the day. Golfers will also have the chance to meet and interact with ACC students and staff. For more information, visit www.annecenter.org or call 1-800-568-5175. Proceeds from the event will help support the summer camp experience for teens throughout North Dakota living with disabilities.
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