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Amazing Brain Maze is
Corn-fusing Fun!
photo courtesy Kevin Bradford
The Amazing Brain Maze in Donnellson is up and growing at a fantastic rate! For more information on the maze, click here.
Bands of Hope Available
Show your support for the fight against Alzheimer's disease by wearing a Band of Hope! These purple silicone bracelets area available in adult and youth size, and are still only $2 per band. Proceeds from the sale of Bands of Hope support programs and services of the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Iowa Chapter.
For more information, call your local branch office. Contact information can be found here.
Greater Iowa Chapter Wins Award!
The Alzheimer's Association, Greater Iowa Chapter, was awarded the 2009 Iowa Non-Profit Excellence Award. This award recognized excellence in governance, finance, human resources, programs and services, use of volunteers an overall impact and results. The Greater Iowa Chapter was named the winner in the large organization category. This first-time award is sponsored by the Iowa Not for Profit Alliance and Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs. The chapter also received a cash prize of $12,000 from the Vilsack Foundation in recognition of the award.
"This award is meaningful because it is recognition that the Greater Iowa Chapter is an excellent steward of crucial resources, from the time and talents of our volunteers to the financial donations we receive," said Carol Sipfle, Executive Director. "At a time when sponsors, corporations and donors are taking a second look at their budgets and wanting to make sure their financial resources are being utilized wisely, they are assured we are maximizing the positive impact of their donations."
Alzheimer's Association Celebrates Stamp Release
Alzheimer's Association Celebrates Stamp Release
Pictured from left to right: Barb Petzer, pastor Peter Wegner, Greater Iowa Chapter Executive Director Carol Sipfle
The Alzheimer's Association and the U.S. Postal Service released the Alzheimer's awareness stamp to increase concern and public awareness of Alzheimer's disease. The 42-cent commemorative stamp seeks generate greater public awareness about Alzheimer’s disease. Throughout November, Greater Iowa Chapter offices celebrated the stamp release, along with representatives of the U.S. Postal Service, area care providers and NARFE (National Association of Retired Federal Employees).
"Pieces of My Heart" Jewelry Available
"Pieces of My Heart" is unique jewelry, made exclusively for the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Iowa Chapter and available for a limited time. A puzzle piece represents Alzheimer's disease as it progresses, robbing people of their memories, lives and families. Ultimately, one is left with only a few pieces, far too few, to put together a complete life.
The heart is the love we have for our affected friends and loved ones. It represents the hope that we will be able to help them.
There are pins and necklaces, and each piece is only $10. Holiday ornaments are also available for $5, and all proceeds from sales of "Pieces of My Heart" will support our programs and services as well as research to eliminate Alzheimer's. For more information or to order, contact the Alzheimer's Association at 515.440.2722 or email Teri Elliott.
