Throughout the past two years, babies were still born with Down syndrome; children still diagnosed with autism and we supported those families through our extensive and established outreach network. In order to continue to serve and speak for those who cannot speak up for themselves, we need to rebuild our financial resources.

We pride ourselves on having an event that raises as much awareness as it does money! This year will be no exception. From the moment you enter the Royal Park, the experience will be unique. You will have access to rare wines for tasting, collector quality artwork, exquisite dinner and one of a kind experiences offered through our silent and live auctions. At the same time, you will learn of the achievements of individuals with cognitive challenges. 

Matthew Gibb, Deputy Oakland County Executive, Economic Development and Community Affairs, and his wife Deb are serving as our honorary chairs. Oakland County, under the steady leadership of L. Brooks Patterson, has been a leader in job creation and in the resurgence we see in the area.

At Starry Night, our newest initiative, Jobs with Dignity, will be shared with you. All of the hard work we have done, with your support, over the past years will culminate in increased employment for individuals with Down syndrome and other challenges, This is why we do what we do! This is why we ask for your help. To gives lives purpose.  As anyone who has worried about job loss or sought employment knows, good lives include meaningful work.

Sponsors are critical to small non-profits like Band of Angels. Your sponsorship enables us to continue to provide needed programs and services.  Please check our webiste for more information or contact Cynthia or Liz.  More than ever, we hope you will join us for this night of celebration.  Friday April 27th .  Mark your calendar!

Warmly,

 
Cynthia Hutchison

Founder and CEO

248-760-0398

cynthia.kidder@bandofangels.com
                               

Liz Cocozzo                                      

Event Chairperson                               

248-377-9309                                     

liz@bandofangels.com                               

Band of Angels partners with Team Sarasin Motorsports (TSM). Join us in cheering on Kyle Sarasin starting at the Red Bull Kart Fight during PRI in Orlando, FL December 1st and continuing to race along side TSM throughout the 2012 season. Not only is he a top racer but he is at the top of the list of philanthropists. Follow Kyle and Team Sarasin Motorsports on YouTube and facebook to support his racing and Down syndrome!

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Warm Regards,

Cynthia Hutchison; Founder, Band of Angels

2011 Holiday Cards Now Available

Celebrate the beauty of Down syndrome with a timeless holiday classic from Band of Angels.

Send these delightful cards to your family and friends to share the simple gift of joy this holiday season!
Each set includes:  12 - 5x7 hand-painted cards and envelopes. Two images per set.

Only a limited number printed.  For more details and to order your cards today, click here!

Band of Angels partners with Team Sarasiin Motorsports (TSM).  Join us in cheering on Kyle Sarasin starting at the Red Bull Kart Fight during PRI in Orlando, FL December 1st and continuing to race along side TSM throughout the 2012 season.  Not only is he a  top racer but he is at the top of the list of philanthropists. Read more about Kyle and Team Sarasin and follow him on facebook and support his racing and Down syndrome!

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Mock My Pants, Not My Sister by Dr. Brian Skotko is a must read. Brian has been a tireless supporter of persons with Down syndrome since, I assume, well...birth! He is the kind of person who just cannot tolerate injustice and has no qualms about speaking out--even if his words may offend. So when I read his article, I had to share it with you! 

Over the weekend, we had a lovely dinner with friends, John and Kim.  John cooked for us-bringing his own tools from home to make everything from scratch. He is a multi-talented man and enjoyable in every way. He also has a 43 year old brother with Down syndrome, Guiseppe, in Italy. During dinner, talked turned to injustice and John became very serious as he told of his protection of a child at his worksite several years ago. When I commented on his extremely fine-tuned need to make things right, he told my husband and me of the need he felt to protect Guiseppe as a child back in Italy. Seeing him in that moment, as an advocate, was new to me. I am used to seeing him as the life of the party. At that moment, I saw the deep seeds of goodness that helped create his charming persona. 

Reflecting back on it, I see much of that in my son, Harper. His sense of justice has been sharpened by being a brother to Jordan. Blessfully, for all of us, brothers and sisters like John, Harper and Brian Skotko are advocates for people far beyond our families or even Down syndrome. There is a quality in them that goes beyond advocacy or goodness. It is a deep sense of justice and the right of all individuals to live with dignity and opportunity. 

Thank you to all the siblings who write to me on behalf of others trying to right wrongs and correct injustice. You are inspirational! Now let's wait and see what GQ does about Brian's challenge!