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Golf Balls fromHeaven

Ad generously donated by:

(970) 763-7000www.theyouthfoundation.org

Golf balls will be dropped from a hot air balloon. If your numbered golf balldrops into the hole, you may win cash and other exciting prizes.

Ball sales benefiting The Youth Foundation are on sale now.Call the office today to purchase a ball or go to www.theyouthfoundation.org

and download a form. $50 per chance.

Drop $50 Bucks and a Ball and You Could Win $10,000!Charity Golf Ball Drop and Golf Tournament Benefiting The Youth Foundations First Tee of Eagle County Program. Join us the morning of September 9th for

The Youth Foundation s Golf Balls from Heaven charity ball drop at Freedom Park in Miller Ranch, Edwards. Numbered golf balls will be dropped by the RE/MAXhot air balloon above a special hole. If your numbered golf ball goes into the hole, you could receive a check for up to $10,000*, a Vail 07/08 ski pass, or othergreat prizes. *CONTEST RULES APPLY; SEE www.theyouthfoundation.org FOR DETAILS.

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The Youth Foundation PO Box 2761 Edwards, Colorado 81632 (970) 763-7000 Fax (970) 845-7361Office located @ the Vail Daily Bldg Eagle-Vail, Colorado Unit #107


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Letter from the

Chairman of the BoardUnder the guidance and dedication of Ger-

ald Gallegos as the Board Chair, The YouthFoundation has expanded our reach, dou-

bled our budget, increased our staff, and

implemented a national affiliation with The

First Tee. As Geralds term as Board Chair

comes to an end, he will remain engaged

and active as a board member and I proudly

accept the opportunity to follow in his foot-

steps as we enter our tenth year of service.

We are enthusiastic about two new direc-

tors who have joined the Youth Founda-tion board, Jim Allen, Chairman and CEO

of the Vail Valley Jet Center, who has also

been actively involved with our First Tee and

Guardian Scholars programs, and Michael

Byram, former President and CEO of the CU

Foundation. The Board of Directors have

embraced the opportunity to focus our at-

tention on organizational sustainability with

strategic vision and guidance. We are here

to support the staff in their efforts to bestserve children for the long run.

What an exciting time for The Youth

Foundation as we approach our tenth an-

niversary. Our mission has helped improve

the quality of life and provided opportuni-

ties for thousands of children in this valley.

Today, that mission is as vital as ever as

The Youth Foundation fuels our childrens

future through scholarships, homework

help, character development and recre-

ational activities. Join us in celebratingour Tenth Anniversary and honoring our

Board founders on August 12th at the Vail

Valley Jet Center. We will be celebrating

the past, present and future of The Youth

Foundation; the successes of our past, the

accomplishments of our present and the

potential of our future with your generosity

and participation. You can secure your res-

ervations by visiting the Youth Foundation

web-site at www.theyouthfoundation.org or

by calling 970-763-7000. On behalf of the

Directors, Founders and the Foundations

staff, I wish to express my gratitude to ev-eryone who generously supports our efforts

to enhance the lives of families in our com-

munity.

Cordially,

Richard DeClark

Chairman of the Board

The Youth Foundation

Yesterday, Today,

Tomorrow On any

given day, there are

hundreds of children

in Youth Foundation

programs throughout Eagle County. We

provide life skills for a lifetime and oppor-tunities for their tomorrows.

For ten years now The Youth Founda-

tion has been extending education and

recreational opportunities to children

and families who are impacted by the

growing opportunity gap that exists

in our rural resort community. All of the

programs we provide to children include

five essential ingredients:

SAFE ~ safety of children both physical

and psychological; clean, safe

environments, caring and supportive

certified educators, and comprehen-

sive background checks on all staff

and volunteers

FUN ~ activities that enhance childrensnatural sense of curiosity, exploration,

discovery, and sense of well being

A LITERACY COMPONENT ~ opportuni-

ties for intentional skill building

GIVE BACK ~ service learning experi-

ences that offer children a chance

to shape our society and experience

their inherent self worth

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT ~ posi-

tively impacting children through

core values

I am proud to be a part of a dedicated

staff who devote their time, energy and

passion to the wellbeing of our children,

integrating these essential ingredients in

all aspects of The Youth Foundation. That

dedication is further enhanced by our

caring and compassionate core of Boardmembers, advisory members, founders

and volunteers who collectively help cre-

ate a vibrant and vital legacy for the future

of our community. Thank you for your be-

lief in our childrens future and the sustain-

able future of The Youth Foundation.

Warm regards,

Susie Davis

Executive Director


Executive Director Message

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Board Member Spotlight:

Susan Milhoan

Three words immediately surface when

we think of Susan Milhoan: PASSION,

SERVICE and IMPACT. When word of

The First Tee started filtering through the

Rocky Mountains, Susan Milhoan not only

surfaced, she ignited! As an avid golfer

and life-long advocate of children, Susan

lives the notion that investments we make

on behalf of children today help to create

a healthy community tomorrow. Of course,

she was immediately sold on The First Tee

its what Susan is all about.

Susan has given tirelessly to The Youth

Foundation, the host site of The First Tee of

Eagle County, since our inception in 1997

as a volunteer and board member. Susan

admits to waking in the middle of the night

with fabulous ideas and solutions to chal-

lenges that will impact our children. Wheth-

er its recruiting a new volunteer, chairing

a golf tournament, inventing another great

idea to raise funds, or listening to a child,

Susan takes the time to be present, to listen

and to roll up her sleeves. She is a uniter.

As well as championing The First Tee pro-

gram, Susan is the Chair of our upcoming

10th Anniversary Star Gazing Gala. This

memorable event, honoring the 15 Youth

Foundation founders and the children we

have served over the past 10 years, will

be held August 12, 2007 at the Vail Valley

Jet Center.

Marian Wright Edelman, a hero, and the

founder of The Childrens Defense Fund

says, Service is the rent we pay for living.

Susans rent is already paid up, but she

isnt going to settle down. Her life passions

will carry her and The Youth Foundation.

We are so thankful for her continued sup-

port and engagement.

Board of Directors Executive

Committee Member and Chair of

the 10th Anniversary Star Gazing Gala

4 Youth Foundation

A smile thanks a

nameless one, who actsby love, beyond self.

A smile lights dreams

where darkness hides,

and honors more

than wealth.

A new found hope,

a chance to dream.

No gift is overlooked.

Its one and many,

A soccer team,

The magic in a book.

A smile blooms where

smiles are few.

A smile that happens,

With thanks of you.


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Youth Foundation 5

Over the years the Vail Daily has made in-

credible contributions to the Youth Foun-

dation and continues to demonstrate a

clear commitment to youth throughout

our Valley. Not only has the Vail Daily con-

tributed generous ad space and helped

us to promote many of our events and

programs, they too, are inspired by our

local youth and their desire to give back

and become successful, contributing

members of society. We would like to say

thank you to all the staff of the Vail Daily

for your willingness to step up to the plate

for kids- we truly appreciate it!

Partners

Alpine Banks of Colorado PGA

Cordillera Vail Resorts

Cordillera Golf Club Cotton Ranch Golf Course

Cordillera Motorcycle Foundation Beaver Creek Resort Company

Daniels Fund Denver Foundation

Eagle County Eagle County School District

Eagle Ranch Golf Course Eagle-Vail Golf Course

Eagle River Youth Coalition Eagle Valley Library District

El Pomar Foundation The First Tee Initiative of the World Golf

The Gallegos Corporation Foundation Gore Range Natural Science School

Head Start Inyodo Martial Arts

KZYR 97.7 The Zephyr The Literacy Project

Meet the Wilderness Millennium Society

RA Nelson Schools of the 21st Century

Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate The United Way of Eagle River Valley

USGA The Vail Daily

The Vail Mountain School The Vail Valley Foundation

TV-8 Vail WECMRD

Womens Foundation of Colorado Vilar Center

Bravo Meet the Wilderness

SOS East West Partners

Jared Polis Foundation Millennium Bank

US Bank American National Bank

NRC Broadcasting Anschutz Foundation

The Youth Foundation has a number of ongoing partnerships

throughout this region. We are honored to recognize our partners

for their commitment to youth through their in-kind, monetary, and

collaborative support to the Youth Foundation.

Partner Highlight


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6 Youth Foundation

WHAT: 10th Anniversary Star Gazing Gala While

honoring our founders who have beenthe guiding North Stars for the Youth Foun-

dation, this event will also recognize the

bright stars of our youth. Throughout all

Youth Foundation programs we encour-

age our participants to reach for the stars

to achieve their dreams and become suc-

cessful, contributing members of society.

The 10th Anniversary Star Gazing Gala will

remind all of us to continue reaching for

the stars.

WHEN: August 12, 2007 6:00 p.m.

WHO: The Youth Foundations Founding Mem-

bers, locally and nationally recognized

as successful in business yet, notable for

their willingness and desire to give back,

will be honored by business peers, family

and friends. While honoring founders, the

focus of this event will most definitely be

on children. Expected attendance: 600-

800 guests

WHERE: The event will be held in an airplane han-

gar at the Vail Valley Jet Center. The in-

terior will be decorated with sound, big

screen visuals and spectacular ribbon

and fiber optic lighting.

HOW: Through the incredible efforts and vision

of Youth Foundation Board Member and

Gala Chair, Susan Milhoan. Event tickets:

$250 per person; to purchase tickets go towww.theyouthfoundation.org.

WHY: The Youth Foundation, for ten years now

has been preparing children in need for

success in life by providing homework

help, recreation, scholarships, and a

wide variety of activities from sports to arts

to technology, plus opportunities to learn

essential life skills.

WHAT: 3rd Annual Golf Balls from Heaven

WHEN: Sunday, September 9th 9:00 11:00 a.m.

WHO: 600 guests from varied socio-economic

demographics that may include families

of children who benefit from Youth Foun-

dation programs as well as prominent

Youth Foundation donors and the gen-

eral community populace.

WHERE: Freedom Park Recreation fields in

Edwards, Colorado

HOW: Golf balls will be dropped from a hot air

balloon. If your numbered golf ball drops

into one of the makeshift golf holes, you

may win cash or other exciting prizes.

There will also be a pancake breakfast

and various childrens games and activi-

ties. Golf balls are being sold through lo-

cal golf clubs, bars, restaurants, and retail

locations for $50. To purchase a golf ball

go to www.theyouthfoundation.org or callthe Youth Foundation offices at 970-763-

7000.

WHY: To benefit The First Tee of Eagle County,

a program of The Youth Foundation. This

program serves over 600 children per

year in Eagle County, teaching life skills

through the game of golf.

WHAT: 3rd Annual First Tee of Eagle CountyGolf Classic

WHEN: Monday, September 10th 9:00 a.m.

WHO: 150 guests have participated in this sold-

out event of dedicated Youth Foundation

supporters

WHERE: Sonnenalp Golf Club in Edwards,

Colorado

Mark your calendars!


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Youth Foundation 7

The First Tee of Eagle County, the newest

program of the Youth Foundation impacts

the lives of young people by providing edu-

cational programs that promote character

development and life-enhancing values

through the game of golf. This year-round

program is a part of after school enrich-

ment during the school year and offers an

enrichment camp and golf lessons during

the summer. Among the various highlights

of this program, some include opportunities

to develop cultural and ethnic diversity in

and throughout the community, build trust-

ing relationships, improve language, math,

and reading skills through First Tee pro-

gram applications, enhance childrens lives

through teaching and reinforcing life skills

and essential core values, and help children

acquire academic and social skills that will

not only enable them to set high goals, but

to turn their goals into reality.

The First Tee of Eagle County is in its sec-

ond summer season as part of The Youth

Foundation. Boys and girls participate in a

half day camp, once a week for six weeks.

The camp features golf, fitness, martial

arts, and soccer. One of the major facets of

the Sports and Fitness for Life camp is ac-

centuating sports instruction by teaching,

emphasizing, and reinforcing life skills that

are essential in effectively dealing with lifes

challenges. Sessions are taking place at

Cotton Ranch, Eagle Ranch, Eagle Vail, and

Vail Golf Courses. In addition, The First Tee

is sponsoring a golf league for participants

seeking increased playing time and tourna-

ment experience. Players are competing in

a variety of formats as part of a team. All

players are coached by PGA professionals

and attend weekly practices prior to playing

in scheduled tournaments. We are excited

about this new addition to our program!

This year First Tee of Eagle County also be-

came part of The Youth Foundation after

school literacy programs by offering golf

club making classes during after-school

time. Students not only learned how to

make their own golf clubs and visit area

golf courses learning to use them, they

also learned the physics behind golf. While

students are building their clubs they be-

gin to understand the variables related to

the weight and length of the golf club, the

trajectory of the ball, and the type of club

necessary for different strategies. During

this first year of club making students par-

ticipated from Avon Elementary School and

Meadow Mountain Elementary School. We

are eager to kick-off the next school year

with programs at even more schools!

Program overviewsLearning Core Values for Life

GRANT AWARD!

The First Tee of Eagle County was awarded

$91,500 in grants from the PGA, USGA, and

The First Tee national in recognition of innova-

tive programming that has been implement-

ed in Eagle County in the last year. We are

grateful to all of the school staff, golf course

personnel, volunteers, parents, and, most of

all, the boys and girls of Eagle County for their

support and involvement in the program.

Program Highlights

Sports and Fitness for Life CampThis fun summer program combines

golf, soccer, martial arts, fitness and

nutrition and reinforces life skills devel-

opment throughout the program.

Life Skills - The First Tee Life

Skills Experience is used to further en-

hance and instill the inherent values of

the game of golf, and show participants

how these values transfer into other as-

pects of their lives.

Club-Making Class

This opportunity is available beginning

in 3rd grade and allows children to use

mathematics to design and create cus-

tom-built clubs. There are 15 children in

each class with numerous classes of-

fered throughout the year.

Children Served: 800

Grades: 1st - 12th

Budget: $232,000/year


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2007 Academic Soccer Report(Middle schools)

2007 was a breakout year for the Academic soccer program. The Youth Foundation boasted5 teams with over 100 students participating. The teams (2x U12 boys, 2xU14 boys and a

U14 girls) competed in the Western Slope State soccer League.

A dedicated teaching staff, new uniforms and a brand new coaching staff for the fall 2006

meant the program had a solid base for academic and soccer success. It showed both on and

off the field. 16 Youth Foundation students progressed from failing classes to receiving honor

cards at school. One of our students never missed a day of school the entire school year! On

the soccer field The Youth Foundations U14 and U12 boys did not lose a game in competition

throughout spring season. Many thanks to the teachers, the staff and most importantly the

students for the most fun and productive season Academic Soccer has ever seen.

2007 Academic Sports &Activities(Elementary schools)The Youth Foundation introduced a new Academic Sports & Activities program for the

2006/2007 school year. The program offered opportunities for elementary school students

(and teachers!) to continue their studies in after school hours and also to try a wide range of

fun sports whilst having fun. The sports and activities introduced this year through our partner-

ship with WECMRD and Meet the Wilderness, included Agility training, Soccer, Golf, Rugby,

Kick ball, Cricket, Dodge ball, Net ball, Crab Soccer, Cricket, Baseball golf, Baseball, Bowling,drama, photography, rock climbing, tae kwon doe, chess and board games to name a few.

During the year we also celebrated good attendance and achievement with pizza parties, pool

parties, slip and slides, bouncy castles, The Christmas Olympics and even an Irish Olympics

including blind green egg hunts and the Irish limbo! Many thanks to all our excellent teaching

staff for all the jumping, rolling, bouncing, running, and fun during the last year!

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Copa Edwards is back for 2007! After the huge success of last years tournament

Copa is ready to roll again. With a new partner in the form of Edwards Rotary Club,

the tournament has been expanded to include teams from across the county even

including some teams from as far away as Leadville. This year it is expected that up

to 150 soccer players will compete for the trophy. The

tournament is almost exclusively staffed, refereed and

coached by volunteers and parents thanks to Parents

in Action who are the driving force behind the tourna-

ment. We again expect bumper crowds every week. The

Youth Foundation urges everybody to become involved

in a fantastic event that brings parents, children and all

members of the community together to celebrate soccer

with an emphasis on fair play and flair.

Copa Edwards 2007


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Golf Balls fromHeaven

Fee of $250/golfer includes breakfast, golf, a plated lunch, post-golf cocktails, l ive auction and awards celebration Also join us September 9, 2007 for our 3rd Annual Golf Balls From Heaven Ball Drop.

Drop $50 bucks and a ball and you could w in $10,000! Held at Freedom Park, Edwards, Colorado.

8:30 am Shotgun Start! 2 best ball modified stableford format Awards reception and auction immediately following play For Reserva tions, phone 970-763-7000 or Fax 970-845-7361 Visa, Mastercard, and checks accepted

Registration Form

3rd Annual FirstTee Golf ClassicMon, Sept 10, 2007 Sonnenalp Golf Course, Edwards

PLAYER #1 Name:_______________________________

Mailing Address:__________________________________

City:_________________ State: _______ Zip: _________

Phone: __________________ Alt #:_________________

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Club: ______________ GHIN # or average score: ___________

Name on Credit Card: ______________________________

Visa MC Exp Date: _____ Tournamant Fee:$250 per person

Check enclosed. Check # _______ Check payable to The Youth Foundation

Golf Balls from Heaven Ball Drop @ $50 ea x ______ = $________

$_________ total amount charged.Each player in foresome must provide contact information.

PLAYER #2 Name:_______________________________

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City:_________________ State: _______ Zip: _________

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$_________ total amount charged.

PLAYER #3 Name:_______________________________

Mailing Address:__________________________________City:_________________ State: _______ Zip: _________

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10 Youth Foundation

The Guardian Scholars Program is a compre-

hensive model that has achieved national

recognition because of its graduation success

rate for disadvantaged youth and its financial

leverage. Our students come from challeng-

ing backgrounds who lack the financial re-sources and emotional support for college.

Our scholars have already overcome signifi-

cant psychological, emotional, displacement

and financial challenges. Guardian Scholars

are provided the financial resources to at-

tend college and most importantly tender

loving care from college advisors, the Youth

Foundation, donors and caring mentors.

The combined effort of colleges, donors,

mentors, and of course the student creates

success. The Guardian Scholars model maxi-mizes state and federal financial aid, founda-

tion financial support and many warm hearts

providing an emotional safety net.

LESSONS LEARNEDOn her college essay, Mandy started with:

QUESTION: How do people leave an

impression on you?

ANSWER: You let them.

Mandy is making an impression and her

strength of character is an inspiration to oth-

ers. Mandy will enter her third year at Mesa

State College as a Youth Foundation Guard-

ian Scholar. Although Mandy is on a full

scholarship to Mesa State through Guardian

Scholars, last year she started a scholarship

for Red Canyon High School graduates called

Lessons Learned.

Students qualify for the scholarship bysubmitting an essay in response to: What is

a lesson youve learned on Respect, Commu-

nity, Honor and Service while attending Red

Canyon High School? Mandy sent a letter to

fellow alumni and their families requesting

their help in creating a scholarship fund. She

has created a circle of giving so alumni, stu-

dents and friends can give a small contribu-

tion monthly to support the scholarship. She

has researched how much of an endowment

would be needed to build an annual distri-bution to cover the scholarship. In Mandys

words, she would like the scholarship to last

longer than Mandy lasts. She feels a debt of

gratitude to Red Canyon for all she learned

from her teachers and peers and she says, I

have to help others along the way, because

we all need a little extra sometimes and I

am helped by many. I intend to make good

all of the effort and belief that others placed

in me. For two years Mandy has awarded a

worthy Red Canyon graduate. She would liketo build the resources to have The Lessons

Learned scholarship last into perpetuity. If

you would like to contribute, please contact

The Youth Foundation.

Together we can create a

world of hope forthe future


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Our dedicated board members for their time, generosity, and ongoing supportRichard DeClark, Peter Abusi, Jim Allen, Andy Arnold, Bob Brown, Michael Byram,Don Cohen, Ron Davis, Gerald Gallegos, Dan Godec, Jean Graham, Becky Hernreich,Wade Hill, Joe Hoy, Mary Isom, Doug McLaughlin,Stacy Mengedoth, Susan Milhoan, Chupa Nelson,Mark Smith and Jane West

Our original founders for their vision, wisdom,and love for childrenMark Smith, E.B. Chester, Gerald E. Engle,Steve Fossett, Gerald Gallegos, Bob Hernreich,Chupa Nelson, Jay Regan, Rich Rogal, Ron Rozga,Ellie Seevak, George Shaeffer, Rod Slifer,Scott Somes and Pat Terwilliger

Our partners for their commitment, confidence, and continuous generosityVail Daily, KZYR, TV-8 Vail, WECMERD, Vail Valley Foundation, Alpine Bank,Gallegos Corporation, RA Nelson, Eagle County School District, Eagle River YouthCoalition, Daniels Fund, El Pomar Foundation, Hill & Company, Millennium Bank

...And of course our volunteers and all those that work to support the well being ofchildren for your dedication, passion, and desire to make a difference

our work would not be possible without you.

The Youth Foundationwould like to thank you.


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12 Youth Foundation

After-school literacy with

Avon Elementary

There are many ways for educational pro-

grams to respond to the current challenges

facing youth. The After School Literacy

Program teaches reading, writing and oral

skills that will increase proficiency, espe-

cially to students who are in need of addi-

tional help and are not able to access this

type of program due to economics. The

students targeted for this program are low-

income youth, who have demonstrated low

academic skills. These students frequently

need assistance with homework because

many of their parents do not speak English.

Also, many parents or guardians are not

home after school or in the evening due

to their work schedules. The After School

Literacy Program is staffed with local certi-

fied teachers. We have designed the After

School Literacy Program to provide the

necessary autonomy for success, while

providing the appropriate support to help

children succeed; each school has the

flexibility to offer a variety of enriching ex-

periences and match the needs of each of

their students.

Interview with Deb Savino, building coordina-

tor of the Avon Elementary After-School Liter-

acy program and 5th grade mentor teacher-.

Katie Bruen is the Marketing & Events Coordi-

nator for the Youth Foundation.

I went to Berry Creek Middle School

Tuesday and toured with Steve Manning

and was hosted to the details of the program

by Alleria Bello. They are sincere and very

supportive of the middle schoolers with whom

they work. Alleria takes great pride in their

achievement; she is a genuine advocate.They have added enriching components to

the homework help services and take full

advantage of the Soccer Friday. They are very

attached to sports connections.

~ Peter Abuisi,

Youth Foundation Board of Directors

Sharing Dreams for Student Success


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Youth Foundation 13

Katie: Tell me about Avon Elementary

Schools After School Literacy program?

What students do you serve? How many

participate annually?

Deb:

Avons After-School Literacy programruns three days a week. One day is homework

support for two hours, the remaining two days

are dedicated to enrichment activities. We

serve 4th and 5th grade students and approxi-

mately 50 students participate daily.

Katie: Can you describe the diverse types

of activities that you offer in the After School

Literacy Program?

Deb:

The activities we offer on other daysof the week, besides homework support

nights, include: soccer and other sports,

ginger bread making, photography and

web-design, chess and other board games,

snow shoeing, golf, tai kwon do, and yoga.

We try to offer enriching opportunities to

students to expose them to things they

might not otherwise have a chance to try.

We are constantly incorporating new proj-

ects and getting feedback from students

and parents as to their interests.

Katie: What kind of results have you seen

in children participating in Youth Founda-

tion after-school literacy programs?

Deb: Students are more responsible now

in school by getting their homework done.

Students know how to get help with specific

subjects when they need help. Students are

more responsive in school and are more

motivated to do their homework becausethey feel more successful and their atti-

tudes have changed as well. Student perfor-

mance has improved- we teach test-taking

strategies like how to study and memorize

how to spell words- strategies to help them

be more successful. Overall, we have seen

great results from students in the Youth

Foundation after-school literacy programs.

Katie: Any comments from parents?

Deb: Parents love the program. Many par-

ents are not home at 3:00 when children are

released from school so they are glad their

children have a safe and rich experience af-

ter school while they are working until later

and their children arent left unattended.

Katie: What are students saying about

your programs?

Deb: Students really love participating in

all of the different activities and being ex-

posed to all the different games and sports.

Katie: How many teachers are involved

and what inspires them to participate?

Deb: We had 5 teachers who participated

regularly and extra teachers when a spe-

cial interest or class was introduced. This

year the school counselor also offered a

character development and career class to

help the students think about different ca-

reer options besides being a professionalathlete or working at Wal-Mart, since that is

where many of the students want to work.

Katie: How can you use volunteers in your

programs?

Deb: We could definitely use volunteers

and would love to involve community tal-

ent. We actually had many volunteers help

out with our career fair and share their

career experiences. We could always usemore volunteers with one-on-one time with

students who need additional help with lit-

eracy components.

In the Youth

Foundation weplayed Uno. It was

exciting and fun,

but also challenging

for me.

~ Avon Elementary

School Student

Every Wednesday we received help doing our homework. Most of our par-

ents dont understand our homework in English and cant help us. We felt

more prepared for school when we received help completing our homework for

the week. Plus it was fun doing homework with our friends and with music!

~ Avon Elementary School 5th Grade Student


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14 Youth Foundation

Thanks to the generosity of the Vail Valley

Foundation and their focus on success, the

Magic bus program will soon have a second

vehicle on the road. The new bus will be com-

pletely outfitted with the latest technology

and have a thrilling new look. Along with the

new look, the program will also expand its

services. The program will provide a unique

and exciting kindergarten readiness experi-

ence to enhance early childhood develop-

ment. A team of enthusiastic teachers will

make weekly visits to trailer park communi-

ties and at-home child care centers providing

the tools and modeling necessary to imple-

ment a comprehensive storybook curriculum.

Many of these children come from non-Eng-

lish speaking families, live in poverty, and, if

not serviced, begin kindergarten unprepared.

The Magic bus program encourages the love

of learning and a lifetime love of reading.

Speaking of reading, please continue to read

to your preschooler all through the summer

months. Some of my tried and true favorites

are listed below and all are readily available

at the Eagle Valley Library District.

Sail Away, Little Boat by Janet Buell

The Fleas Sneeze by Lynn Downey

Bubble Gum, Bubble Gum by Lisa Wheeler

Below by Nina Crews

Scaredy Squirrel by Melanie Watt

Vail Valley Foundation Is a proud

sponsor of the Magic bus.

MAGIC BUS BUZZ

Let the good times rollWith the New and Improved

Magic Bus

When reading to your child keep them involved

in the story and help build literacy skills by trying

these helpful tips:

~ Ask your child to predict what the book is about by looking at

the picture on the front cover.

~ Define the meaning of new words in a way your child will

understand, and have them repeat the word.

~ Take the time to talk with your child whenever the book

prompts discussion and/or questions.

~ Ask your child how they think the story will end.

~ Conduct a mini book review afterwards Did they like

this book? Why? What was their favorite part? What

would they have done in the story?


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The numbers at a glance

Expenses

Revenue

Designated Program

Income,

$387,644.32

Board

Contributions,

$85,396.44

Grants, $67,883.07

Fundraising Events,

$201,546.22

Annual Giving

Campaign,

$39,556.29

Club Dues,

$5,669.00

In Kind Donations,

$85,286.00

Program Expenses,$660,771.25

In Kind, $85,286.00

Operating,

$100,069.57

For more information

regarding the Youth Foundation

or any of its programs please

contact 970.763.7000 or go to

www.TheYouthFoundation.org

The Youth Foundation,

P.O. Box 2761

Edwards, CO 81632

Located in the Vail Daily Building

in Eagle-Vail.


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Neighborhood Net

Neighborhood Net provides students, fami-

lies and community members the opportu-

nity to gain supervised access to technology

by opening schools to families during after-

school hours. Technology is critical to the

success of students and the internet serves

as a central nervous system for communica-

tion and training. Studies have shown that

minorities, families living in poverty, and

rural residents are falling further begin in

the widening technology gap. According to

the U.S. Department of Commerce, 23.6%

of persons from Hispanic households have

home computers, thats less than half the

national average overall. It is essential for us

to provide equal opportunities for our Eagle

County families.

The Youth Foundation is seeking

a corporate sponsor who may

have naming rights for our neigh-

borhood net program for $25,000

per year. Without this support the

neighborhood net program is at

risk of no longer operating. For

more information regarding cor-porate sponsorship of the Neigh-

borhood Net Program please

inquire with Susie Davis at 970-

763-7002 or by emailing sdavis@

theyouthfoundation.org.

Providing students and families accessto the world through the web.

~ Increases in use of computers

~ Allows students the chance

to work with their parents on

computers.

~ Encourages students to use

technology and in turn helps

improve their homework

~ Allows families to become

comfortable with technology

~ Utilizes public buildings and

promotes building of commu-

nity relationships.

~ Offers extended hours for Adult

English as a Second Language

classes to meet the needs of

underserved populations

~ Provides qualified staff fromEagle County School District

Program Highlights:


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The Youth Foundation prides itself on car-

ing for the whole child in its after school

programs. One of the areas we look at is

providing a healthy snack for our partici-

pants. In September 2006, when looking

back at what had been previously provid-

ed, we noticed that each facility had differ-

ent ideas about what a healthy snack is.

It was then decided that we needed to find

a single vendor to provide a consistently

healthy snack that is when we found

Dakota Gourmet. Our sales representative

Sandra Hoistad provided us with the fol-

lowing information:

Im pleased to share information about

Dakota Gourmet/Kettle Valley with you. For

over 20+ years, our products have been

used in school district menus nationwide,

and most recently in food banks, child-

care, and camps of every shape and size.

We at Dakota Gourmet/Kettle Valley pride

ourselves in manufacturing products in a

NON-PEANUT environment. With todays

legislature mandating the need for healthier

choices we are finding our products are the

answer youve been looking for. Our portion

controlled products are healthy alternatives

for your menu needs. If you have any ques-

tions or concerns free to contact me, Ill be

more than happy to help you with any ques-

tions or concerns you may have regarding

our healthful line of products (simply ask for

Sandra). Its my goal to become partners

with you in offering GOOD NUTRITION for

your sites needs!

The Youth Foundation has built a relation-

ship with Dakota Gourmet and orders bulk

shipments of a variety of snacks and dis-

tributes them to each of our 7 after school

program sites. It has been a good solu-

tion to providing our children with great

snack options.

Healthy snacks and

menu ideas

The Food Pyramid


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Vanilla Yogurt Fruit DipYoull be sweet on this vanilla and brown sugar scented yogurt dip, and its sure to help your

family get their daily servings of fresh fruit. Berries, bananas, nectarines, melon and mixed fruit

go wonderfully with this delightful dip.

Ingredients:

1 cup (250 mL) plain yogurt

2 tbsp. (30 mL) brown sugar

1 tsp. (5 mL) vanilla extract

fruit slices, sections, chunks or whole berries - any kind you like

Directions:

Place a paper coffee fi lter in a small strainer or fi lter holder set over a cup or bowl. Spoon the

yogurt into the fi lter and let drain, refr igerated, for one hour (or more). This will drain out some of

the liquid for a richer and more creamy dip. The longer you drain, the thicker the yogurt becomes.

(You can omit this step if youre in a hurry -- the dip wont be quite so thick but will still taste

delicious.)

Dump drained yogurt into a small bowl. Add the brown sugar and vanilla, stirring until the sugar

is dissolved.

Serve with prepared fruit for dipping.

How kids can help Stir the sugar and vanilla into the yogurt.

Prepare and arrange the fruit for dipping

Makes about 2 servings.

Kiwi Wraps or RollsThese wraps can be served as a traditional wrap sandwich or slice it into

pieces (like a sushi roll) for bite sized treats.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon peanut butter or sunflower butter

1 tablespoon cream cheese

1/2 kiwi

Tortilla -- whole wheat or plain (squared)

Directions:

Remove the skin from the kiwi and slice it into thin

rounds. Spread peanut butter over half the wrap

and cream cheese on the other half of the wrap.

Arrange the kiwi slices evenly over the creamcheese. Beginning on the cream cheese end, gently

roll up the tortilla forming a log shape. The peanut

butter will act as the glue to keep it together. Serve.


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Apple LadybugsOriginally submitted by Veros L. and modified by Kaboose.comLet your kids play with their food for a change. Theyll love decorating juicy red apples with

pretzels for antennas, raisins for spots and eyes and peanut butter for wings, then snacking on

them once they work up an appetite.

Ingredients:

2 red apples

1/4 cup raisins

1 tablespoon peanut butter

8 thin pretzel sticks

Cooking Instructions

Slice apples in half from top to bottom, and scoop out the cores using a knife or melon baller. If you

have an apple corer, core them first, then slice. Place each apple half flat side down on a small plate.

Dab peanut butter on to the back of the lady bug, then stick raisins onto the dabs for spots. Use

this method to make eyes too. Stick one end of each pretzel stick into a raisin, then press the other

end into the apples to make antennae.

Nutrition Facts:

Servings per Recipe: 4 Preparation Time: 10

Amount Per Serving Cooking Time: 0

Calories: 118cal Ready In: 10

Total Fat: 2.5g Servings: 4

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 189mg

Carbohydrates: 24.2g

Fiber: 2.7g

Protein: 2.1g

Trail MixIngredients:

Dry snacks: cereal (low in sugar under 5g per serving), smallpretzels, graham cracker or rice cake pieces, or animal crackers.

Dried fruits: Cherries, apricots, raisins, mangoes or coconut

flakes (Tip: big pieces of dried fruit can be cut up easily using

kitchen shears).

Nuts and seeds: sliced almonds, pecan pieces, cashew pieces,

pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds or peanut pieces.

Directions:

Combine any or all of these ingredients in an

airtight container and toss gently to mix. Store

airtight. Lasts for weeks!


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Here is what youth foundation

kids have to say...

Thank you for paying for ev-

erything we did. For example,

when the First Tee came to ourschool to make our very own

golf clubs. I remember wait-

ing to finish my homework then

finally seeing Lee for soccer,

Carl from Gore Range Natural

Science School and Dave from

the First Tee. I loved recycling

and many other things. I dont

know what else I want.

It is so convenient that you pro-

vide busses for the students

that way our parents dont have

to come get us. I also really ap-

preciate having a place where

I feel comfortable to learn in!

Thank you for helping all of us.

I really enjoyed this time to do

my homework. I really enjoyedthis and it has helped me bring

up my grades. I struggled with

writing and was able to get

some one-on-one support.

I really appreciate the snack

donations! I know without the

extra kick my brain would not

be ready for more work after

school.

We played soccer, it was cool!

Our coaches were Pedro and

Lee. They were nice and goodat soccer.

Taking pictures in photogra-

phy was a lot of fun because

we got to take pictures of snow-

boarders and skiers. While we

were in Beaver Creek we met

a professional photographer.

The photographer had a gar-

gantuan camera. He took pic-tures in many places.

I thank you for your help and

equipment for golf and soccer.

All the stuff you have done for

us is so wonderful. Thank you for

everything.

You are the best programever because you bought us

snacks and you taught us to re-

cycle. I cant believe we dont

have to pay for the pools! My

favorite part is when we did

First Tee with Dave. I will miss

you guys.

You have opened up a new

world to me . . . is called edu-

cation! Without that, I wouldhave no confidence and poor

grades. You really care for us in

so many ways.

I really appreciate the snack

donations! I know without the

extra kick my brain would not

be ready for more work after

school.

I would like to thank you for a

lot of reasons. If it wasnt for this

program, I probably wouldnt

be able to pass in all my class-

es. When I was in basketball I

started out with bad grades. I

had to come to this program

and I got all of my grades up.

I also had time to do my best

craftsmanship on my assign-ments, which is really important

in 8th grade and going into

high school. It really helped

me to work with my friends and

teachers.


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IN HONOR OF GERALD GALLEGOS

THE CORNERSTONE OF A GREAT ORGANIZATION

2007


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A Hand Up

Preparing children in need for success

in life through education and

recreational opportunities.

You can make a difference in the

lives of hundreds of children.

We provide over 4,000 contact hours with children every week!

To make a donation, please mail your check to:


PO Box 2761

Edwards, CO 81632

For credit card donations, please go to our website

www.theyouthfoundation.org or call our office at

(970) 763-7000, Monday through Friday.

Your donation is tax deductible and may qualify for The

Colorado Childcare Tax Credit (ask your tax advisor)

Make a Donation Make a Difference

We are guilty of many errors and many faults but our worst crime

is abandoning the children, neglecting the fountain of life. Many

of the things we need can wait. The child cannot. Right now is the

time his bones are being formed, his blood is being made, and hissenses are being developed. To him we cannot answer Tomorrow.

His name is Today.

~ Gabriela Mistral, Nobel Prize winning poet.


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FOUNDERS

Mark SmithEB ChesterGerry EngleSteve FossettGerald GallegosBob HernreichChupa NelsonJay Regan

Rich RogelRich RozgaEllie SeevakRod SliferGeorge ShaefferScott SomesPat Terwilliger

EXECUTIVE

COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT

Richard DeClark

Don CohenRon DavisGerald G. GallegosMary IsomStacy MengedothSusan MilhoanChupa Nelson

DIRECTORS

Peter AbuisiJim AllenAndy ArnoldBob BrownMichael ByramDan GodecJean GrahamBecky HernreichWade HillJoe HoyDoug McLaughlinMark SmithJane West

ADVISORY

Roger BehlerMike GassMolly MooreSteve Pope

STAFF

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Susie Davis

OFFICE MANAGER

Cindy Hosman

THE FIRST TEE OF

EAGLE COUNTY

Dave Koloquist

THE MAGIC BUS

Deb Dutmer

MARKETING AND EVENT

COORDINATOR

Katie Bruen

RECREATION

Lee Jones

GIVING

Please consider The YouthFoundation in your estateplanning.c

FIRST TEE OF EAGLE COUNTY

ADVISORY BOARD

Susan Milhoan, ChairJim AllenJohn BakalarJeff BoyerCindy CallawaySteve CoyerRon Davis

Richard DeClarkNancy HaleyAlison McAdamGail MolloyBrad QuayleRon RileyR. Dalton SimCraig StruveSandy TreatPentti TofferiLissa TylerBen WelshKen Wilson

Jane Wilner

GUARDIAN SCHOLARS

CHAMPIONS

Ron & Lucy DavisJim & Barbie AllenRichard & Janet DeClarkGerald & Suzanne GallegosJohn & Pam Horan-KatesEd OBrienRupe & Lisa Sidhu

Carter & Barbara StraussMr. & Mrs. Peter KalkusGuardian Scholars SupportersBrian & Sandy DonnellyDon & Stacy MengedothLissa Tyler & Mike LarsenKirk & Claire VanHee

For more information

regarding the Youth Foundation

or any of its programs please

contact 970.763.7000 or go to

www.TheYouthFoundation.org

The Youth Foundation,

P.O. Box 2761

Edwards, CO 81632

Located in the Vail Daily Building

in Eagle-Vail.


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The Youth Foundation Celebrates The 10th Year Anniversary

Honoring 15 Founding MembersMark Smith, E. B. Chester, Gerald E. Engle, Steve Fossett,

Gerald Gallegos, Bob Hernreich, Chupa Nelson, Jay Regan,Rich Rogel, Ron Rozga, Ellie Seevak, George Shaeffer, Rod Slifer,

Scott Somes and Pat Terwilliger

For more information go to www.TheYouthFoundation.org or call 970-763-7000.

PREPARING CHILDREN IN NEED FOR SUCCESS IN LIFE THROUGHEDUCATION AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.

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I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE THE FOLLOWING CONTRIBUTION $_____________LEVELS OF SUPPORT:

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$1,000 Advocate $25,000 Philanthropist

$2,500 Patron $50,000 Founders Circle

Other ________ Please make this a three year pledgeThis gift is in honor of ______________________________________________________________I/We prefer to have our gift recognized in any published material as _________________________________

Gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law.www.theyouthfoundation.orgThank you for your generous support.

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