What's new with the Maryland Ravens...
Saying "Thank You" To Our Supporters...
Delaplaine Foundation, Inc.
Middendorf
Foundation, Inc.
Morton & Sophia Macht Foundation
The Maryland Ravens would like to say "Thank You to their supporters" because without each of them, the Maryland Ravens would not have been able to reach out to so many for so long....
Still, there is much to do. We invite other organizations, companies, and individuals to join our list of supporters. To find out how, call Maryland Ravens, Inc. at (410)825-5359.
What We've Accomplished...
From January through December 2008, the Maryland Ravens' Disability Awareness Program (DAP) focused primarily on providing support
to Baltimore City's physically challenged participants who require transportation, equipment, or financial assistance so that they
could participate in the wheelchair basketball programs as well as disability awareness demonstrations in many Maryland schools. The
number of schools and agencies visited during fiscal year 2008 was 30 presenting to 7,028 attendees which averages 234 students, faculty
and parents per assembly. In addition, the Maryland Ravens (with the support of Baltimore City's Therapeutic Recreation Division) were
able to provide athletic training to approximately 20 physically challenged persons whereby maintaining a competitive co-ed wheelchair
basketball team which is nationally recognized.
Here's What They're Saying...
Dear Mr. Diggs:
On behalf of the special education students, and faculty, and staff.of White Oak School, I would like to thank you for your participation in the 4th Annual White Oak School "Incredible Kids Day" event, a full day of interactive mini-workshops and faculty basketball game highlighting disability awareness.
Ms. Regina Martini, Principal
Dear Eddie and the Maryland Ravens:
Everyone would like to thank you for your participation in Warren Elementary's Special
Awareness Day again this year. The Maryland Ravens are a real highlight of the day for the students, as well as, the teachers and
parent volunteers. Your group shares such a wealth of information as well as their feelings, which helps the students understand that
a disability doesnt have to stop you from doing many of the things that you would like to do.
The students truly experience and
can understand your motto to "look beyond the disabilities....you will find people with abilities.
Again, thanks so much for all you did to help make Warren Elementary's Special Awareness Day special.
Sandy Tolson, Warren Elementary
Contact Information
Maryland Ravens, Inc.
1413 Glendale Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21239-1408
(410) 825-5359
(410) 825-7353/Fax
Donate Your Used Vehicles, Running Or Not!
In a cooperative effort between Donation Line and Maryland Ravens, Inc., your vehicle can
be donated to our organization no matter what condition it is in and no matter where you live. And, the giver can get a sizable tax
deduction. That's right!
You can turn your unwanted vehicles into tax-deductible contributions that benefit Maryland Ravens, Inc. through
the CARS-4-US program.
Here are the simple steps to participate:
Have your vehicle title handy,
Call 1(877)227-7487,
Provide our organization's
tracking code 1891,
Tell them the donation is for Maryland Ravens, Inc.,
Arrange a time for them to pick up the vehicle.
Note: You can
also participate through the Internet at www.donationline.com.
If you have supported Maryland Ravens, Inc. in the past, we
say thank you and hope that you continue to do so. If you have not done so, we ask you to make a commitment now. Your gifts mean so
much to so many...
There is no charge for removing your vehicle. Donations are not limited to cars and trucks. Boats, recreational
vehicles, motorcycles and snowmobiles are eligible. Even a vehicle that does not run can be donated.
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2003 Disability Awareness Program Awardee
2006 Division III National Wheelchair Basketball Champions
2007 National
Wheelchair Basketball Association's Bill Duncan "Good Guy" Award
2007 Maryland Recreation and Parks Association's Citation
2007
Governor Martin OMalley Citation
"I can't imagine a better way to teach our students about the importance of education, goal-setting, and respect for all individuals.
Your presentation was truly inspiring," said Patrica Rice Doran, Student Support Coordinator at Cardinal Gibbons School.
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Mr. Diggs,
You are more than welcome. In fact, the appreciation comes from us. You all did a great job of bringing awareness to the
Boeing Philadelphia site. Employees felt engaged and rewarded; being given the opportunity to play and learn from you all. So, on
behalf of the Boeing Philadelphia site, "thank you" for your valuable time, efforts and dedication in helping provide awareness of
the abilities of others, to the Boeing employees.
I also wanted to share some of the photos taken of the basketball game.The game
will be covered in our Boeing News Now. Please keep in touch and we will definitely remember your team around campus.
Sincerely,
Dawn
Stanfield-Scott
The Boeing Company
Site Diversity Manager, Philadelphia
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The Maryland Ravens
