Transforming the lives of chronically ill children, and their families,
shifting all from surviving to thriving -- until cures are found.
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When I'm asked "How many people work for Bounce?" I smile - and explain. While the payroll is only half a handful, many more
work
for Bounce.
That's a big - and important - difference. The Board of Directors, Trustees, Emerging Leaders Board, Hospital Partners, Program Partners, In-Kind Partners, Donors and countless volunteers and supporters 'step up' for Bounce daily. And theirs is a labor of true love!
What about Bounce families: did you know almost 1/4 of new Bounce families are referred by an existing member? There's proof we must be doing something right.
My heart has been filled with love and gratitude for the whole Bounce Community the entire month. I hope scrolling thru this newsletter will cause you to feel the same.
With love and gratitude -
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Joan M. Steltmann
Chief Executive Officer
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Thanks to you, Bounce has already transformed the lives of 800+ members. And with your help, we can do even more!
"More" means more opportunities for: Bounce Kids, like Santi & Michael, to build friendships; their Moms to create "instant bonds" with each other; and their siblings to realize they "aren't the only ones."
To do so - we need your help! Join us tomorrow evening:
Have Fun, Make a Difference, Meet Bounce Parents, Feel the Shear Impact of your Support.
Enjoy four delicious small plates prepared by regionally & nationally renowned chefs:
- Brandon Gross, Clever Rabbit
- Graham Hallen, Egg Harbor
- Jim Churches, Land O'Lakes
- Stephen Ross & Stephen Fightmaster, Mortar & Pestle
Also enjoy Tito's Vodka Signature Cocktails, Cooper's Hawk Wine, Farmhouse Chicago Cider, Mystery Gift Bags, amazing Raffle Prizes, and outstanding Silent Auction items.
Tickets available at the door!
Venue generously donated by Savage Smyth
920 N. Franklin St., Chicago, IL
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Un-"bull"-ievable fun at Bounce Bash® Chicago Bulls
~ generously sponsored by The Chicago Bulls ~
Bounce
loved
being special guests of The Chicago Bulls
at both the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers games.
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Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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From great seats, superb halftime shows, "closer than the players park" parking,
and great company - we couldn't have asked for more.
Smiles were endless and dreams came true!
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Bounce families 'felt the love' from
Valentine's Day
Bounce Back Kits
®
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Heartfuls of gratitude to
ULINE
for donating the packing materials
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Bounce Bash(R) Private Screening of
Wonder
~ double feature on March 3rd generously hosted by Grainger ~
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Critics are raving about the hit movie. Based on the NYTimes bestseller, Wonder is the inspiring story of Auggie Pullman, a 5th grader with facial differences who enters a mainstream elementary school for the first time. See it because:
Wonder is the story of a Bounce Family:
* Auggie could be a Bounce Kiddo.
* Via, his sister, could be a Bounce Sibling.
* Isabel & Nate, their parents, could be Bounce Parents.
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Many take going to a movie for granted. But a quiet theater filled with patrons who will stare when it's time to suction a trach or flush a g-tube, is simply not an option for others.
Thanks to the “heart” of Grainger, its employees, we will enjoy this amazing movie in a beautiful and accessible auditorium. Almost 200 have already signed up for fun, snacks, raffles, a
group activity echoing the kindness theme, and dinner.
A priceless experience that
parallels their lives. Like the Pullman's, Bounce families overcome hurdle after hurdle with strength, courage, kindness, humor, and dignity.
Bounce Families: it's not too late:
click here
to register now!
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Coming Soon:
St. Patrick's Day
Bounce Back Kits®
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A 'pot of gratitude' to
Sard Verbinnen & Co
for making DIY craft packs for these extra lucky St. Patrick's Day
Bounce Back Kits®
!
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