Thank you!
Thank you!
Because of the generosity and compassion of people and organizations in Jefferson and Clallam counties, a record-breaking $198,015.03 was contributed to the Peninsula Daily News’ Peninsula Home Fund.
Thousands of dollars in last-minute contributions arrived last week.
The final total for the 2008 campaign from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve smashed the old record set on Dec. 31, 2007, of $193,312.11.
A check will be given this week to OlyCAP — Olympic Community Action Programs, the No. 1 emergency care agency on the North Olympic Peninsula — so it can be put to work helping your neighbors immediately.
OlyCAP manages the fund for the PDN, screens the applicants — and provides life-changing services to those who need a “hand up, not a handout.”
And every dollar donated — 100 percent — goes directly to assist those in need in Jefferson and Clallam counties.
All costs are absorbed by Peninsula Daily News and OlyCAP.
‘Generous, caring spirit’
Said Tim Hockett, executive director of OlyCAP:
“When people say that the North Olympic Peninsula is a great place to live, the immediate assumption is that it is because of the natural beauty that surrounds it.
“The reality behind what makes this such a wonderful place is the generous, caring spirit of the people.
“This is reflected in no better way than in the Peninsula Daily News’ Peninsula Home Fund.
“In a year when many are struggling to pay for a tank of gas, the community gave like never before — and set another record.”
As publisher and editor of the Peninsula Daily News, I second Hockett’s statement.
The Home Fund represents an important commitment by the PDN and OlyCAP every year — but perhaps never more so than this year, as the community contends with the fallout from the national economic downturn.
There is no doubt that there will be a significant increase in need in 2009.
In times of hardship, we are reminded of what’s important.
And the Peninsula has stepped forward again.
Readers participate in fund
The PDN gives the Home Fund prominent, full-page coverage twice a week during the fund drive because we know how critical it is for the well-being of our neighbors.
We also think it’s important to show everyone how generous the community can be when there are so many needs to be met.
Perhaps the most encouraging stories we’ve done during the Home Fund drives tell of people who, once they were helped by money from the Home Fund, were then able to use their experience to help others.
Poverty, homelessness, addiction and abuse are problems that just won’t go away.
The truth, however, is that every day, real people in our community are achieving successes against each of those difficulties.
The Peninsula Home Fund not only helps our readers learn about those successes — but participate in making them happen.
Aid to 2,959
The 2007 donations to the Home Fund went a long way — helping 2,959 individuals and families across the Peninsula.
And every penny — and more! — was spent by Dec. 31.
The Home Fund actually spent $205,171 in 2008 because of high demand:
•$193,312 was collected in 2007 from PDN readers.
•$5,259.49 was unspent from the 2006 campaign drive.
•$6,599.51 came from unsolicited funds from donations to OlyCAP for emergency services, which were credited to the Home Fund.
Completing its 19th year, Peninsula Home Fund is a safety net for residents in Jefferson and Clallam counties when they face economic or emotional emergency storms — and can’t find help elsewhere.
From Port Townsend to Forks, from Quilcene and Brinnon to LaPush, the fund is a “hand up, not a handout” when there is nowhere else to turn.
The Peninsula Home Fund is used for hot meals for seniors, warm winter coats for kids, home repairs for the low income, eyeglasses and necessary prescription drugs, dental work, safe, drug-free temporary housing . . . the list goes on and on.
In addition to no money diverted for administration or other overhead, your personal information is kept confidential.
The PDN does not rent, sell, give or otherwise share your address or other information with anyone, or make any other use of it.
To apply for a grant from the fund, phone OlyCAP at 360-452-4726 or 800-360-0666 (Clallam County) or 360-385-2571 (Jefferson County).
•All instances of help are designed to get an individual or family through the crisis — and back on the path to self-sufficiency.
That’s the “hand up, not a handout” focus of the fund.
•Whenever possible, Peninsula Home Fund case managers work with individuals or families to develop a plan to become financially stable — and avoid a recurrence of the emergency that prompted aid from the fund.
•Money is usually distributed in small amounts, usually up to $150.
•Assistance is limited to one time in a 12-month period.
•Peninsula Home Fund contributions are often used in conjunction with money from other agencies, often enabling OlyCAP to stretch the value of a donation.
To apply for a grant from the fund, phone OlyCAP at 360-452-4726 (Clallam County) or 360-385-2571 (Jefferson County).
If you have any questions about the fund, contact John Brewer, Peninsula Daily News editor and publisher, at 360-417-3500.
The following are contributions by cash, credit cards and checks dated as of Dec. 31 — thank you very much for making a difference in the lives — and futures — of your neighbors:
Donations by name and amount:
•Margie Movius, Port Angeles — $113. In memory of my daughter, Beverly J. Rice.
•Margie Movius, Port Angeles — $113. In memory of my nephew, Patrick W. (Pat) Rose.
•Margie Movius, Port Angeles — $113. In memory of my son, Paul J. Raber.
•Jim and Debbie Jones, Port Angeles — $200.
•Richard and Judy Owen, Port Angeles — $200. In honor of Ken and Clara Owen.
•Gretchen Dabel, Orinda, Calif. — $50.
•ColRoMorA Family Foundation, Denver, Colo. — $5,000.
•J and J Construction, Port Angeles — $250. In honor of J&J Construction employees.
•Diane Kelly, Port Townsend — $25. In memory of domestic violence victims.
•Jerry and Jackie Schwagler, Port Angeles — $250.
•Jim and Barbara Richard, Sequim — $200. In honor of Betty Richard.
•Susan Owens, Olympia — $250. In memory of and in honor of Kris Fairbanks.
•Karen L. Herman, Sequim — $100.
•Edward A. Chadd, Port Angeles — $200.
•Florence and Evan Evanoff, Sequim — $100.
•Ron and Phyllis Stecker, Sequim — $100.
•Marjorie Madtson, Port Angeles — $500.
•Peninsula Daily News employees, Port Angeles — $704.50. In memory of the two PDN comrades we lost in 2007 — “Bubba” Sutherland and Henry Acevedo. Gone, but certainly not forgotten. Pax et bonum. Viva enim mortuorum in memoria vivorum est posita.
•Larry and Pat Harwood, Port Angeles — $100.
•Diane Pirner, Sequim — $200.
•Sue and John Miles, Port Angeles — $200. In memory of Arleen Clausen.
Many thanks also to these donors (who requested that the amount of their donation be kept private):
•Phyllis Sprinkle, Port Angeles. In honor of Carrie Hayne and David Sprinkle.
•Frank and Karen Jahns, Port Angeles.
•Laurel Bentsen, Sequim.
•Joanna Baker, Port Angeles. In honor of Harrison “Bud” Baker.
•Garry and Dee Kispert, Sequim. In memory of Helen Kispert.
•Richard and Diana Kohler, Port Angeles.
•Robbin and Pat Hammel, Port Angeles.
•John and Diana Anderson, Sequim.
•Eugene and Lois Larsen, Port Angeles.
•Dorothy Phillips, Port Angeles. In honor of hard-working city employees.
•Jim and Lynn Geren, Port Angeles.
•Wallace L. Avery, Sequim.
•DixieLee and Stan Sayles, Port Townsend.
•Ake and Siv Almgren, Sequim.
•Paul and Michelle Frenette, Houston, Texas. In memory of Janice Tucker.
•Dan Flynn, Port Angeles.
•Bill and Carol Peet, Port Angeles.
•Don and Marilyn Thomas, Sequim.
•David and Penny Brewer, Sequim. In memory of Ann Brewer and Dorothy Duncan, two outstanding women.
•Walter Classman, Sequim.
•Ron and Luann Kennedy, Port Angeles.
•Mary Ellen Reed, Sequim. In memory of Laura McDonald.
•M.J. Klay Sequim.
•Mary Jane Schmidt, Port Townsend. In memory of Bernard and Mary Andrews.
•Agnes R. Hansen, Forks. In memory of Larry Hansen.
•Joe and Naomi Denhart, Port Angeles. In memory of our parents.
•Bob Boardman and Susan Chadd, Port Angeles. In memory of Evelyn Chadd and Arnold Friberg.
•Ross M. Jones, Port Angeles.
•Rick and Patti Haas, Cedarburg, WI. In honor of Denise and John Kane.
•Nick and Sandy Larson, Port Angeles. In memory of Fred and Bob Michalscheck.
•Joe and Cheryl Winney, Port Angeles.
•Jay and Yvette Cline, Port Angeles. In memory of family and friends who died in 2008. We miss you.
•Bob and Lucille Schmitt, Port Angeles.
•Olympic Suites Inn, Forks.
•Bill and Beverlee Benbow, Sequim.
•Katie Howe, Port Angeles. In honor of Kelly’s birthday.
•Darlene Clemens. Port Angeles. In memory of Bea and Walt Dier.
•Diane Markley, Port Angeles.
•Gloria Ricketts, Port Hadlock.
•Richard and Audrey Houts, Sequim.
•Brando Blore, Port Angeles.
•Pat Gilbert, Port Angeles. In memory of Dottie Jensen, Anne S. and Vesta E.
•Beverly Smola, Sequim. In honor of Eugene’s 75th.
•Merle Broderick, Port Angeles. In memory of C. A. Broderick.
•Dorothea Morgan, Port Angeles. In honor of the Peninsula Daily News Home Fund.
•Beraud and Joyce Mestayer, Sequim.
•Bette VanManen, Sequim. In memory of Esther, Pete, Bill and Bob McClintick; Colleen Smith; Dick Sackett; Bill Chord.
•NO Sangha, a zen meditation group, Port Angeles.
•Rex and Olga Wilson, Port Angeles. In memory of Henry Acevedo
•Zeller Westabrook, Port Angeles. In memory of Henry Acevedo.
•Gail Hebrank and Scott Younkin, Port Angeles.
•Bryce and Gail Fish, Sequim.
•Donald Case, Port Townsend.
•Mary Jo Cain, Sequim.
•Gerald and Hollan DeLoach, Clarksdale, MS. In memory of Vern Garling, died 11-16-08. Grandfather of Brandi Crouse Keywood; father of Karen Grouse, Rand Garling; husband of Mona Garling.
•Roger and Thyrza Wiley, Sequim.
•John and Roberta Griset, Sequim.
•Al and Carla Angevine, Port Angeles.
•Bill and Bonnie Dyrness, Sequim.
•Emery and Lila Winters, Port Angeles. In memory of our parents Emery and Nancy Winters and Maxine Willis.
•Wayne and Vicky Murphy, Port Angeles.
•Norm and Liz Bernahl, Sequim. In memory of Clarence and June Bernahl.
•Anne and Vincent Murray, Port Angeles.
•Fred and Corinne Spicer, Fork.
•Mrs. Robert L. Hoyle, Chimacum. In honor of Ella Fontenot.
•Bette J. Kerrigan, Port Angeles. In memory of my brother Jim Beasler. I miss you so much. And in honor of my family: Mom, Betsy Jacobs; son and family: Jason, Heather, Josten Kerrigan; Linda Beasler; Darcy Beasler; Joe, Kathy, Travis, Josh McFarland; special friend, Bob Haugstad. I love all of you and wish you a happy and peaceful New Year.
•Karla Strutzel, Sequim.
•Linda Beasler, Port Angeles. In memory of the following from the Beaslers and McFarlands: Jim (Papa) Beasler, Ellen (Nana) Ranta, Roy Niemi and Andy Palmer. And in honor of the following from the Beaslers and McFarlands: Bess Jacobs, Bette Kerrigan and Margaret Weed.
•Ed Bowlby, Sequim.
•Mary Sue Brancato, Sequim.
•Virginia Serr, Port Angeles. In memory of my husband, Dr. Ted Serr.
•Catherine Lear and Ken D. Gilbertson, Port Angeles. This Christmas, several family members asked that their Christmas presents be a donation to the Peninsula Home Fund. We would like to make the donation in memory of Kristine Fairbanks. Thank you, Cathy Lear, Ken Gilbertson and family.
•Mary Payne, Port Angeles.
•Mildred Sacks, Los Angeles, Calif. In memory of Janice Tucker.
•Peninsula WCG, Port Angeles.
•Betty Paulk, Sequim.
•Gary and Dianne, Salyer. Sequim.
•B.N. Chambers, Port Angeles.
•Katie and Carl Phillips, Port Angeles. In honor of the Pillifants.
•Jerry and Peggy Newlin, Port Angeles.
•Betty Klingberl, Sequim. In honor of Marge Scharschmidt.
•Bernice and Arthur Judd, Port Angeles.
•Joyce Leslie, Sequim.
•Susan and Jerry Cange, Sequim.
•Sara Lee O’Connor, Port Angeles. In memory of John O’Connor.
•Gary and Carol Zellmer, Sequim.
•Donald and Jean Eggert, Sequim.
•John and Carolyn Degnin, Sequim.
•Robert and Dianne Johnston, Sequim.
•Ed Curington, Sequim.
•Lucy Willis, Sequim.
•Miriam Prum Hess, Los Angeles, Calif. In memory of Janice Tucker.
•Ginger and Dale Nichols, Carlsborg. In honor of all veterans.
•Scott and Susan Baker, Sequim. In honor of Mathew Platt.
•Barbara McCabe, Sequim.
•Paul Gottlieb, Port Angeles. In memory of my father, Stuart Gottlieb.
•Martin and Audreen Williams, Port Angeles.
•Heather Irwin, M.D., Port Angeles. In memory of Christin Stock.
•Holistic Massage, Port Angeles.
•Angelo and Brenda Spandrio, Sequim.
•Karen and Jim Pate, Port Townsend.
•Eula Sale, Port Angeles. In memory of James Sale.
•Robert and Martha Van Etten, Nordland.
•Jean W. Wright, Sequim.
•Anne Grandy, Sequim. In memory of Lou.
Many thanks also to these donors (who requested anonymity):
•Sequim, $100. In honor of Todd, Lori, Tim and Cristiana, and in memory of our longtime friend Rosemary West of Sunshine Acres.
•Port Angeles, $50.
•Sequim, $25.
•Port Angeles, $25. In gratitude to our parents, Jim, Ellen, Betty and Don.
•Port Angeles, $100.
•Port Angeles, $600.
•Sequim, $500. In honor of Mike and Sherrie.
•Port Angeles, $100. In memory of Henry and Jane Burkhardt.
•Port Angeles, $200.
•Port Angeles, $200. In honor of all our Ninth and E street neighbors.
•Port Angeles, $100. In memory of Dr. Paul M. Hoque.
•Carlsborg, $100.
•Sequim, $300.
•Neah Bay, $25.
•Sequim, $25.
•Port Angeles, $75.
•Sequim, $100. In memory of Jim Evans.
•Port Angeles, $30.
•Sequim, $500.
•Carlsborg, $50.
•Sequim, $50.
•Port Hadlock, $100.
•Portland, OR — $50. In memory of Martin Konopaski.
•Chimacum, $30.
•Sequim, $150. In honor of the Rhoads-Magee Family.
•Port Angeles, $1,000.
•Port Angeles, $100.
•Port Angeles, $25.
•Port Angeles, $25.
•Sequim, $50.
•Port Angeles, $100. In honor of my sisters and brother: Joan, Lois and Bill.
•Sequim, $100.
•Port Angeles, $250.
•Port Angeles, $500.
•Sequim, $25.
•Sequim, $100. In honor of John Nixon.
•Port Townsend, $20. In memory of Judy MacPherson.
•Sequim, $25.
•Port Angeles, $25.
•Port Angeles, $100.
•Sequim, $500.
•Sequim, $25.
•Carlsborg, $200. In memory of Eric and in honor of Erica.
•Port Angeles, $500.
•Beaver, $100.
•Port Angeles, $1,000.
•Port Angeles, $50.
•Sequim, $250.
•Port Angeles, $25.
•Port Angeles, $200.
•Carlsborg, $100
•Port Townsend, $50.
•Sequim, $50.
•Sequim, $300. In memory of my dad, Bob.
•Sequim, $300. In memory of my dad, Edward.
•Sequim, $100.
•Port Angeles, $250. In honor of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
•Sequim, $100.
•Port Angeles, $150. In honor of OLYCAP Housing Assistance, in appreciation for assistance received.
•Port Angeles, $35.
•Sequim, $500.
•Port Townsend, $50.
•Sequim, $100.
•Port Angeles, $500.
•Sequim, $500.
•Sequim, $20.
•Sequim, $100.
•Sequim, $100.
•Port Ludlow, $40.
•Port Angeles, $100. In memory of Marian Dickinson.
•Port Angeles, $100.
•Port Ludlow, $50.
•Port Angeles, $113. In memory of Paul J. Raber and Beverly Rice. Gone but not forgotten.
•Sequim, $100.
•Sequim, $50. In memory of Lyle Arends.
•Port Angeles, $30.
•Port Angeles, $200.
•Port Angeles, $300. In honor of those serving others.
•Sequim, $50.
•Port Angeles, $50. In memory of Dale L. Hickson.
•Sequim, $50.
•Port Townsend, $50.
•Port Angeles, $100.
•Port Angeles, $125. In honor of my parents.
•Port Angeles, $100.
•Port Angeles, $40.
•Port Townsend, $150.
•Port Angeles, $25.
We also received these donations to jump-start the 2009 Peninsula Home Fund campaign:
•John W. Warrick and Ruth Jenkins, Port Angeles — $120.
•Rick and Georgellen Haberman, Forks — $100. In memory of Janet and Cassidy Hunter.
•Anne Dalton, Port Angeles.
•Chuck and Karen Russell, Nordland. In memory of two generous, kind people, Irene and Claud Wilcox.
•Linda and Gary Snow, Carlsborg.
•Port Angeles, $100. In honor of our parents.
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EDITOR’S NOTE — We make every effort to ensure that all donors have been properly listed. We apologize for any omissions or inaccuracies.
Please report any errors in this list to John Brewer, 360-417-3500 (there’s voice mail if he’s away) — or e-mail him at john.brewer@peninsuladailynews.com.
We’ll rerun the listing correctly. Our sincerest appreciation again to our donors.
