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PERSPECTIVE
M i d w e s t E ye - B a n k s’ R eport to the C ommunity
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illinois eye-bank • lions eye bank of new jersey • michigan eye-bank
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 7
Our Mission
We preserve and restore sight
through transplantation, research,
education and partnership.
Core Values
Respect • Integrity • Transparency
Performance • Leadership • Collaboration
4889 Venture Drive
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48108
(800) 247-7250
www.midwesteyebanks.org
77 bRANT aVENUE, sUITE 100
547 W. Jackson Boulevard, Suite 600
4889 Venture Drive
cLARK, nEW jERSEY 07066
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60661
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48108
(800) 653-9379
www.lionseyebanknj.org
(800) 548-4703
(800) 247-7250
www.michiganeyebank.org
www.illinoiseyebank.org
301 S. Prospect, Suite 2
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS 61704
(800) 548-4703
www.illinoiseyebank.org
Eye and Vision Research, p. 8
What’s Inside
4 President’s Perspective
5 Board of Directors
6 Clinical Update
11 Midwest Eye-Banks Report 16 Midwire Report
17 Illinois Eye-Bank Report
21 Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey Report
Dan Reynolds
Communications Director
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Michigan Eye-Bank Report
Gifts in Kind
Contributions in Memory
Gift Occasions
Contributions in Honor
Stephanie Sorenson
Communications Coordinator
Amy Skimin
Staff Journalist
Christopher Dempsey
Constituent Data Coordinator
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 3
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 7
The President’s
Perspective
Charitable organizations, like human beings, are constantly
called upon to exceed expectations, to push boundaries, to
anticipate change and to be prepared. Challenge forces us out
of our comfort zones. It forces us to grow.
At Midwest Eye-Banks, we have grown as an organization,
as teams and as individuals serving a great mission. Our
challenge is to build on our strengths, to manage change…
to grow with excellence.
Excellent things have indeed been happening. Cornea
donations and provisions for sight-restoring surgery have
exceeded our projections. We’re working with surgeons to
incorporate new technology, provide better services and
offer the greatest benefit to patients. We’re improving our
organization with a focus on benefiting communities,
growing partnerships and contributing to the global practice
of eye banking.
But to grow with excellence, our leadership team must
organize itself around measurable success factors. As a first
step, we have implemented corporate dashboard reports that
enable our management to view trends and correlations at
a glance. This drives improvements in a number of areas,
particularly in our clinical programs.
This effort now continues in the form of strategic planning.
Beginning in summer, 2011, we’ve involved key stakeholders
and our entire staff in developing a strategy for growth. Our
three-year Strategic Plan takes a fresh look at our mission,
vision and values, and will use them to guide our primary
objectives and priorities throughout that time. We want
more opportunities to restore sight to more people.
Kevin W. Ross, MS, MPH
President and Chief Executive Officer
We’re inspired to continue the work of our heroes – leaders
who, in years past, saw similar opportunities and became
pioneers of eye banking as we know it. This year, we
mourn the loss of two such leaders: John W. Henderson,
M.D., Ph.D., founding surgeon of the Michigan EyeBank, and A. Charles Weir, who truly helped to establish
the organizational values of Midwest Eye-Banks and the
Michigan Eye-Bank as a member of our Board of Directors.
We honor the work of these men by carrying forward the
cause that meant so much to them.
We also have the privilege of honoring leaders whose decades
of dedication make them especially worthy recipients of
Midwest Eye-Banks’ highest award, our Founder’s Award:
John Krienke, Ph.D. has championed the Eye-Bank’s
mission among Lions, and has strengthened our community
relationships through his leadership and volunteer activities.
And Busharat Ahmad, M.D. is an internationally-renowned
ophthalmologist who began his practice in Marquette,
Michigan in 1971 and dedicated much of his 43-year career
to community service. In fact, Dr. Ahmad is now renewing
his role by partnering once again with Midwest Eye-Banks,
as we continue his efforts to develop eye banking and sight
restoration programs overseas.
With your continued participation, we will continue
connecting with communities, healthcare professionals and
those around the world who need us most. We will find more
ways to restore sight for more people. Together, we will grow
with excellence.
Kevin W. Ross, MS, MPH
President and Chief Executive Officer
Fall, 2011
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Midwest Eye-Banks
Board of Directors
2011–2012
John Johnson
Chair
Rashid L.
Bashshur, Ph.D.
William
Constad, M.D.
Elspeth Moore
Vice-Chair
Esther
LaMothe
Adrienne Logeman Timothy Connors, J.D.
Secretary
Treasurer
Edward J.
Hunter
Julie Lowery,
Ph.D.
Gary Babcock
Immediate Past
Chairman
Charles Pivoney
Chief Operating
Officer
Kevin W. Ross
President & Chief
Executive Officer
Celeste Thomas
Williams, M.D.
Illinois Eye-Bank
Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey
Michigan Eye-Bank
Vice-Chair
Randy J. Epstein, M.D.
Vice-Chair
Rev. Lois Schembs
Vice-Chair
Busharat Ahmad, M.D.
Treasurer
Frank Saporito
Treasurer
Stanley Grossman
Treasurer
William “Doc” Barr, Ed.D.
Secretary
David R. Donnersberger, Jr.,
M.D., J.D., FACP
Secretary
Stephen Domovich
Secretary
Bert Rivette
Gerry D. Bouey
Edward J. Hunter
Karen Magers, RN
Franco S. La Marca
Charles Pivoney
Mark Singler
Morgan Stogsdill
Maureen Ann Tuffy-Haga
William Constad, M.D.
Paul Goldberg
Beverley Henderson-Hartsfield, RN
Walter Pardo
Kevin Ross, MS, MPH
Bradley Tennant
Ray Tigol, CPA, CHFP
Michael C. Tyrone, Sr.
Ben Yashinski
Gary Babcock
John Barletta, M.D.
Paul F. Charette
John C. Johnson
John Krienke, Ph.D.
Charles Nicklas
Patrick Pruitt
Executive Director
Diane Hollingsworth
Executive Director
Margaret Chaplin, FACHE
Chair
Peter J. Latz
Chair
Elspeth Moore
Chair
Robert Sturgis
Executive Director
Lisa Langley
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 5
Clinical Update
Research and Training
Midwest Eye-Banks supplied a total of 2,859 tissues for
research and training to doctors and scientists during
Fiscal Year 2010-2011, marking the fifth consecutive
year the Eye-Bank has been able to increase the amount
of tissue provided in support of promising research
projects and training efforts. This increase reaffirms
the Eye-Bank’s commitment to fighting blindness on
all fronts; for every person whose sight can be restored
through corneal transplantation, many more still
await treatments that will only be discovered through
research.
Donated eye tissue is a precious gift that allows
scientists to investigate the causes of blinding eye
conditions and find new cures, going far beyond the 10
percent that can be treated with cornea transplants.
Tissue prepared for
Endothelial Keratoplasty
Once again, the number of corneal tissues prepared
and distributed by Midwest Eye-Banks for
posterior lamellar procedures, known as Endothelial
Keratoplasty (EK), increased during Fiscal Year
2010-2011, with EK tissue accounting for 1,726 of
the 5,697 corneas provided to surgeons by Midwest
Eye-Banks. This represents an increase of nearly
20 percent from the previous year.
Endothelial Keratoplasty (EK) Grafts
2000
1,726
Total Corneal Grafts
1500
FY 11
1,323
5,356
1,415
1000
FY 10
4,376
500
FY 09
3,963
0
1000
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
0
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FY 09
FY 10
FY 11
International Tissue
Distribution
Sherbrooke, Canada
Montreal, Canada
Golstrup, Denmark
Copenhagen, Denmark
Bremen, Germany
Venice, Italy
Shenyang, China
Istanbul, Turkey
Seoul, South Korea
Algiers, Algeria
Athens, Greece
Fez, Morocco
Amman, Jordan
Tripoli, Libya
Tel Aviv, Israel
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Alexandria, Egypt
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Monterrey, Mexico
Cairo, Egypt
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Taipei, Taiwan
Guadalajara, Mexico Mexico City, Mexico
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Muscat, Oman Dhaka, Bangladesh
Cotui, Dominican Republic
Khartoum, Sudan
Sula, Honduras
Bangkok, Thailand
Valencia, Venezuela
Caracas, Venezuela
La Uruca, Costa Rica
Milagro, Ecuador
Lusaka, Zambia
Pretoria, South Africa
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Wellington, New Zealand
Midwest Eye-Banks strives to honor the valuable
gift given by cornea donors by ensuring that all
healthy eye tissue is put to the best possible use.
When tissue availability surpasses the local need,
the Eye-Bank works with other U.S. eye banks to
place tissue with patients around the country. If
tissue cannot be placed within the United States,
the Eye-Bank will offer it to surgeons elsewhere in
the world, often in countries where eye, organ and
tissue donation is just beginning to develop.
Number of Tissues Distributed Internationally
1,549
FY 11
1,048
FY 10
787
FY 09
0
500
1000
1500
2000
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 7
Michelle Hastings, Ph.D. received funding
from the Eye-Bank’s Eye and Vision Research
Program for her study of Usher Syndrome,
the leading genetic cause of combined
blindness and deafness.
For those who wait
Eye banks have all but eliminated the U.S. waiting list for
transplantable corneas, yet countless vision-impaired patients
continue to wait for a cure.
Corneal transplantation is an effective treatment for
approximately 10 percent of all blinding eye conditions. In
other words, 90 percent of those who face impaired vision
and blindness are still awaiting a cure. And, for most of them,
research is the only hope.
That’s why Midwest Eye-Banks goes beyond the traditional
role of an eye bank — the recovery, evaluation and
distribution of eye tissue for transplantation — and offers
seed money grants to promising researchers through its Eye
and Vision Research Program.
“Corneal transplantation is one important way of
accomplishing our mission, but it is only ONE way,” says
Dan Reynolds, the Eye-Bank’s Director of Communications.
“To be true to our mission, and to serve those who can’t be
helped through transplantation, we have to invest wisely in
the search for new ways to help more people see again.”
“...the progress we have made would not
have been possible without this funding.”
The Eye-Bank’s research grants, which are usually around
$15,000 per project, allow scientists to conduct preliminary
research that can be used to apply for larger grants from other
organizations, such as the National Institutes of Health.
During the Eye and Vision Research Program’s three decades
of existence, more than $2.7 million in grants have been
awarded, including $112,000 during Fiscal Year 2010-11
alone. The Program also awards student stipends of $2,500
each.
Among this year’s grant recipients is Michelle Hastings,
Ph.D., an Assistant Professor at the Chicago Medical School
at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.
Her research focuses on Usher Syndrome, the leading genetic
cause of combined deafness and blindness, with a longterm goal of finding a treatment for the disorder using gene
therapy.
For now, her laboratory is looking at one particular genetic
mutation that is known to cause Usher Syndrome — and
the resulting retinitis pigmentosa and deafness — in order
to develop the treatment approach and demonstrate the
feasibility of therapy for the disease. Known as “the Acadian
mutation,” the abnormality Hastings is studying is responsible
for all the cases of Usher Syndrome in the Acadian population
of Louisiana and is also found in 40 percent of those with
Usher Syndrome in Quebec.
“Usher Syndrome itself can be caused by a large number of
different mutations in 11 different genetic loci,” Hastings
says. “There is no cure or effective therapy for any type of
Usher Syndrome mutation.”
The diversity of genes and gene mutations that can cause
Usher Syndrome presents a challenge for developing a
treatment. Hastings believes that targeting individual
mutations through the use of antisense oligonucleotides
(ASOs), synthesized nucleic acids that will bind to defective
genes and deactivate them, may be a viable option.
“ASOs have a high degree of specificity and can be designed
and manufactured relatively easily,” she says, citing their
therapeutic use in treating Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy
and spinal muscular atrophy to demonstrate the promise of
this approach.
Hastings’ results have already shown that ASOs can target and
correct the Acadian mutation in isolated cultured human cells
and in mice that model the disease.
“These findings are an important step toward developing
and ASO-based treatment for Usher Syndrome that could be
applied not only to the (Acadian) mutation, but in principle,
to a large number of other mutations that cause the disease,
as well as retinitis pigmentosa and deafness in general,” she
explains.
Her laboratory is working with other experts in the field to
move this project forward, and she is grateful to Midwest EyeBanks for the funding she has received.
“These experiments and the progress we have made would not
have been possible without this funding,” she says.
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 9
Research Grant Awards
Midwest Eye-Banks has announced that the following researchers and projects will receive funding as
part of its annual Eye and Vision Research Program for 2010-2011:
Thomas Gardner, M.D., University of Michigan
A diabetic retinopathy risk of progression calculator
($15,000)
Student Stipend Recipients
Michelle Hastings, Ph.D., Rosalind Franklin University
Therapeutic approaches for blindness using antisense
oligonucleotides ($14,821)
Dr. Natalie Bajenova
University of Michigan
Patrice Fort, Ph.D., University of Michigan
Characterization of crystalline proteins expression in
human retinal effect of diabetes ($15,000)
Xiaoxi Qiao, Ph.D. Henry Ford Health System
Targeting APE1/Ref-1 redox function to inhibit
choroidal neovascularization ($15,000)
Dr. Vinay Aakalu
University of Illinois at Chicago
Dr. Shweta Chaudhary
University of Illinois at Chicago
Dr. Kristen Harris Nwanyanwu
University of Michigan
Dr. Jason Jacoby
University of Illinois at Chicago
Dr. Duma Raoof-Daneshwar
University of Michigan
Kwoon Wong, Ph.D., University of Michigan
Functional characterization of developmental
changes in NMDA receptor subunit composition of
retinal ganglion cells ($15,000)
Dr. Julia dos Santos
Kresge Eye Institute
Andrew Goldberg, Ph.D., Oakland University
Understanding delayed pathogenesis in retinal
degenerations ($15,000)
Gi Sang Yoon
Wayne State University
Dr. Nazeem Shamsuddin
University of Illinois at Chicago
Research Review Committee
Alan Sugar, M.D., Committee
Chair, Professor, Dept. of
Ophthalmology, University of
Michigan, Kellogg Eye Center
Jerome R. Kuszak, Ph.D.,
Committee Vice Chair, Rush
University Medical Center,
Professor of Ophthalmology &
Pathology, Director of Electron
Microscopy
Paul J. Bryar, M.D. Northwestern
University Medical School,
Department of Ophthalmology
Andrew F.X. Goldberg, Ph.D.,
Oakland University, Eye
Research Institute
Linda D. Hazlett, Ph.D., Professor
& Chairman, Department of
Anatomy & Cell Biology, Wayne
State University
Mark L. McDermott, M.D., MBA,
CPE, Professor, Department of
Ophthalmology, Wayne State
University, Kresge Eye Institute
Deepak Shukla, Ph.D.,
University of Illinois at Chicago,
Department of Ophthalmology
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Debra A. Thompson, Ph.D.,
Assoc. Professor, Dept. of
Ophthalmology & Biochemistry,
University of Michigan
Peter A. Ward, M.D., Stobbe
Professor of Pathology, University
of Michigan Health Systems
Marco A. Zarbin, M.D., Ph.D.,
FACS, Professor and Chair,
Institute of Ophthalmology and
Visual Sciences,
UMDNJ - New Jersey
Medical School
Midwest Eye-Banks
Report to the Community
FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011
With a little help...
Charitable contributions are miracles for those who can’t afford sight-restoring medical procedures
Tynesha Foster struggled with her vision for years before being
diagnosed with a degenerative cornea disease called keratoconus.
Trying to see, she says, was like looking through fragments of
broken glass that distorted light, especially at night. It kept her
from doing things many people take for granted, like going to
college, because she was unable to see and didn’t want to ask others
for help.
Doctors tried treating her condition with hard contact lenses, but
they did little to improve her vision. “Cornea transplants were my
last hope,” she says.
But Tynesha was unable to afford the medical procedures necessary
for corneal transplantation. Her eye doctor, William Constad,
M.D., notified Midwest Eye-Banks of his patient’s special financial
needs; the Eye-Bank collaborated with Dr. Constad to help reduce
the costs associated with Tynesha’s transplant.
“Nobody should be denied a second chance for sight because of
an inability to afford the medical procedure and other associated
costs,” explains Charles Pivoney, the Eye-Bank’s Chief Operating
Officer.
Pivoney points out that there is never any charge for the tissue
itself – it is considered a gift from the donor and his or her family
to the recipient. However, the Eye-Bank must normally charge
processing fees to help alleviate the substantial costs associated with
eye tissue recovery, evaluation and distribution. This cost is usually
covered by the recipient’s insurance and billed through the hospital
or surgery center. However, when the recipient is uninsured and
cannot afford the procedure, the Eye-Bank does everything in
its power to waive or reduce the fees for its services. This is made
possible through much-needed charitable contributions from the
individuals and organizations that support the Eye-Bank.
Through charitable support, the Eye-Bank is able to ensure
everyone is given the chance for restored sight.
“Every day, we have eye donors providing a gift,” Pivoney
continues. “In the same vein, when someone needs help, we ought
to be there.”
Tynesha is happy to report that she is doing well and, while her
vision may never be perfect, it is getting better. She hopes to
undergo the procedure in her other eye next year, and return to
college soon.
“I’m grateful I was actually able to have a transplant,” she says,
crediting her donor, her doctor and the Eye-Bank for making it
possible. Tynesha was one of 151 people in Midwest Eye-Banks’
service area for whom the Eye-Bank was able to reduce or waive its
service fees during Fiscal Year 2010-11.
Community & Lions Support
* Below are contributors whose gifts were made to Midwest Eye-Banks, rather than one of its individual subsidiaries. Contributions
to the Illinois Eye-Bank, the Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey and the Michigan Eye-Bank appear in subsequent sections of this Report.
Individuals
Supporter (Up to $249)
Ali and Jessica Alamdari
Dennis Archambault
Rashid Bashshur, Ph.D. and
Naziha Bashshur
Timothy Connors, J.D. and
Margaret Connors
John Everaert
Patricia Faul-Burnett
Lawrence J. Klaus
Janice I. Kohler
Bruce and Lisa Langley
Betty M. McNett
David Cruse and Megan Mills
Robert and Eva Nishida
Joseph Offenbecher
Kevin and Suzanne Ross
Robert Sturgis, PDG and Sharon Sturgis
Bradley and Darla Tennant
Patron ($250 to $499)
Gerald and Linda Babcock
Gerald and Sharon Bouey
Esther LaMothe, PCC and
Roger LaMothe, PDG
Margaret Randolph
A. Charles and Frances Weir
Partner ($500 to $999)
Peter J. and Michele V. Latz
Steward ($1,000 to $4,999)
Bank of Ann Arbor
William H. Constad, M.D.
Yvonne S. Kilbourne
Marilyn and Marty Lindenauer
Robert Moore, PID and
Elspeth Moore, PCC
Andrew J. Watson, Ph.D. and
Valarie Watson
Lions and Lioness Clubs
Supporter (Up to $249)
Bridgman Lions Club
DeWitt Breakfast Lions Club
DeWitt Lioness Club
East Flint Lions Club
Fenton Lions Club
Flushing Lions Club
Jackson Eye Openers Lions Club
Kaleva Lions Club
Lewiston Lioness Lions Club
Michigan Center Lioness
Rochester Hills Lions Club
Rockwood Area Lions Club
Tekonsha Lions Club
Watervliet Lioness Club
Patron ($250 to $499)
Sebewaing Lions Club
Stephenson Lions Club
Swartz Creek Lions Club
Partner ($500 to $999)
Hubbard Lake Lions Club
Lennon Lions Club
Ortonville Lions Club
Richmond Lions Club
Steward ($1,000 to $4,999)
Fraser Lions Club
Lewiston Lions Club
Midland Lions Club
Shelby Township Lions Club
Luminary ($5,000 to $9,999
Clarkston Area Lions Club
Novi Lions Club
District 11 B-1 Lions International
Lansing Delta Lions Club
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 11
Statistics & Financials
Statement of Public Support and Revenue, Expenses
and Changes in Net Assets
July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011
Current
Operating Fund
Investment
Fund
Support from Lions/Lioness and Leo Clubs
166,814
–
Special Events
187,184
–
Capital Campaign Pledges and Revenue
$52,305
–
Support from Other Public Sources301,077 $4,600
Total Public Support707,380
Tissue Processing Fees14,104,387
4,600
–
Net Investment Earnings824,278
Miscellaneous and Other Income
Clinical statistics:
Fiscal Year 2010/2011
Total Eyes/Corneas
Received
Total Corneal Grafts
Total Tissues Provided
for Research and
Training
9,360
5,356
2,859
Midwire Processing Fees
Total Revenue
10,237 –
137,285
$14,251,909
$824,278
Total Public Support and Revenue
$14,959,289
$828,878
Program Services: Tissue recovery, evaluation
and distribution; community outreach and
education; research funding
$10,279,961
–
Administrative2,801,588
–
Fundraising492,882
–
Total Expenditures
–
$13,574,431
Excess of Public Support and
Revenue Over/(Under) Expenses$1,384,858 $828,878
Increase (Decrease) In Investment Assets
$1,384,858
$828,878
Beginning of Year Net Assets$3,521,764$5,891,881
End of Year Net Assets
$4,906,622$6,720,759
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The graphs below are based on figures
audited by Yeo & Yeo, P.C. for the Fiscal Year
2010-11, which ended on June 30, 2011.
Direct expenses are allocated between two major categories,
which are reported on a functional basis: program services (clinical
programs, public and professional education programs and research
programs) and support services (administration and fundraising).
Midwest Eye-Banks
Expenses
Education
Programs 14.7%
Administration 20.6%
Indirect expenses are allocated among the various programs
and support services. Certain indirect expenses are allocated
among all five (5) areas, such as depreciation of equipment,
salaries of corporate staff and liability insurance.
Clinical Programs: Includes the cost of tissue recovery;
medical supplies; tissue shipment to Midwest Eye-Banks labs,
surgeons and researchers; serological testing; tissue evaluation,
preservation and storage; surgery scheduling; placement of tissue;
salaries of technical staff.
Research
Programs 6.2%
Fundraising 3.6%
Clinical Programs 54.8%
Midwest Eye-Banks
Current operating fund
REVENUE
Public Support
5%
Midwest Eye-Banks
Statement of Functional Expenses
and Revenues
Investments 5%
Education Programs: Includes the cost of developing and
printing educational materials such as brochures, donor cards,
audio-visual materials for hospital in-services, public speaking
engagements and a variety of other outreach programs, as well
as salaries for the education staff.
Research Programs: Includes the cost of the Research Grant
Program and costs related to recovery and distribution of research
and training tissue, the cost of subsidizing research and training
tissue to researchers and ophthalmology residents and an
appropriate allocation of technical and support salaries.
Administration: Includes the cost of rent, utilities, information
services, financial audits, personnel, accounting and the salaries of
administrative and clerical support staff.
Fundraising: Includes salaries of development office staff and
the expenses related to solicitation of contributions, as well as
an appropriate allocation of overhead.
Tissue Distribution: Includes reimbursement received from
hospitals and surgical centers.
Miscellaneous and
Other Income 1%
Tissue Distribution
89%
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 13
A show of support
Fundraisers offer Midwest Eye-Banks an opportunity to promote its mission of
sight restoration, while garnering much-needed financial support.
Illinois Eye-Bank
Night for Sight at the Ballpark
More the 300 supporters
of the Illinois Eye-Bank,
Watson Gailey attended
its Night for Sight at the
Ballpark on July 17, when
the Normal CornBelters
took on the Southern Illinois
Miners at the Corn Crib, the
CornBelters’ new home.
Cornea transplant recipient Linda Ellerman
(center), with husband Doug (left),
enjoys game day with IEB Professional
Development Manager Kara Kelly (right).
A portion of each ticket sale
benefited the Eye-Bank, and
included an all-you-can-eat barbeque.
Aviators Night for Sight
Aviators Night for Sight, held on October 16, was the debut
event of the Ambassadors for Vision (A4V) Council, a group of
young, successful Chicago-based professionals who discovered
the Eye-Bank’s mission and chose to
take the next step by getting involved.
The event honored young cornea
recipient Anthony Diaz.
Helmed by Franco La Marca and
Anthony Contrucci, Aviators Night
for Sight was a completely sponsorand donor-driven event, held in
partnership with Marquis Jets.
Attendees enjoyed global gastronomy,
Monte Carlo-style gaming, live
entertainment, a fashion show and
displays of exotic cars and private jets.
The Soiree was held at the
Peninsula Hotel in Chicago, and
honored Jean Antoniou as 2011’s
Woman of Vision, and named
Randy Epstein, M.D. as the
Gift of Sight Honoree. CBS2’s
Ryan Baker acted as Master of
Ceremonies.
2011 Woman of Vision Jean Antoniou and
Gift of Sight Honoree Randy Epstein, M.D.
Lions Eye-Bank of New Jersey
Night with the Somerset Patriots
The Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey teamed up with the
Somerset Patriots, a minor league baseball team, to raise
awareness about eye, organ and
tissue donation during a game at
TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater
on August 3.
LEBNJ’s mascot, Iggy, hamming it up
with the rest of the TD Bank ballpark
mascots.
“It was a beautiful night, and
we appreciate those who turned
out to support the Eye Bank,”
says Cathy Wasner, Community
Engagement Coordinator for the
Eye Bank.
Visionary Award Banquet 2010
Event honoree and cornea transplant
recipient Anthony Diaz.
Summer Sight Soiree
After a dozen successful years with its popular Gift of Sight
Gala, the Illinois Eye-Bank brought in new life and a new
identity with its inaugural Summer Sight Soiree in June, 2011.
“The Gala was always a successful event, but this year we
wanted to try something new,” explains Diane Hollingsworth,
the Eye-Bank’s Executive Director. “Our event committee,
chaired by David Donnersberger, M.D., did an incredible job
putting together an event that appealed to all ages, it was a
spectacular evening.”
The Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey was proud to honor Lion
Al Brandel, Past President of Lions Clubs International and
LCIF Chair; Lion Gene Polgar, President and CEO of the
Lions Eye Bank of Delaware Valley; and LensCrafters as
2010’s Visionaries of the Year at a banquet at Mayfair Farms
in West Orange on October 13.
“We chose our Visionaries
because they have done what
others have not,” explains
Margaret Chaplin, the Eye
Bank’s Executive Director.
“They have stepped up and
made miracles happen for
those who might otherwise face
blindness.”
The Eye Bank also paid tribute
to the late Lion Horace Brown,
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(From left) Honorees Lion Gene Polgar and
Lion Al Brandel with LEBNJ Executive
Director Margaret Chaplin.
who passed away last year after many years of supporting the
organization’s sight-restoring mission, and honored Lions
Clubs, individuals and organizations that earned the Ken
Mattfield Award by contributing $1,000 or more during the
previous fiscal year.
Michigan Eye-Bank
Big House Big Heart
A team of more than three dozen walkers, runners, wheelers
and strollers represented the Michigan Eye-Bank at the Big
House Big Heart 5K, 10K and one-mile races in Ann Arbor
on October 3. Participants were invited to raise money for
their favorite charitable
organizations.
Team Michigan EyeBank raised more
the $4,000, thanks
to its dedicated team
members, led by
honorary captain
Cassandra Perry,
Members of the Michigan Eye-Bank Big House
a bilateral cornea
Big Heart team with mascot Cornelius.
recipient, and her
children, Elizabeth and Jack.
“We’re thrilled that this group of participants chose to support
us,” says Lisa Langley, the Eye-Bank’s Executive Director.
“They have done amazing things to raise money in support of
our mission.”
Ride-a-Thon
After undergoing sight-restoring
cornea transplants, Gary Abud
wanted to give back to the
organization that made his gift of
sight possible. Drawing upon his
own passion for indoor cycling,
Abud, a Spinning instructor, hosted
his second Ride-a-Thon for the
Michigan Eye-Bank at Next Level
Health and Fitness in St. Clair
Shores on June 5.
Michigan Eye-Bank Golf Benefit
About 100 golfers gathered for the Michigan Eye-Bank’s Golf
Benefit on June 20 at the prestigious University of Michigan
Golf Course in Ann Arbor.
“The fact that people return year after year tells us that
they enjoy this event,” says Midwest Eye-Banks Director of
Communications and Golf Committee Chair Dan Reynolds.
“We’re thrilled to have their support. But if this event is to
survive, we will need to lean more heavily on our partners,
including surgeons and transplant industry groups who can
help us to attract a larger, more diverse group of sponsors and
golfers.”
Despite a brief downpour, golfers enjoyed a full day of golf,
food and drinks. One lucky golfer even managed a hole-inone.
At the end of the day,
participants gathered at the
club house to receive their
prizes and learn more about
the Eye-Bank’s mission.
During the program, the
Michigan Eye-Bank received
a check for $1,500 from the
Bank of Ann Arbor for being
a top 15 finalist in their Sweet
Fifteen Facebook Contest.
Executive Director Lisa Langley accepting a check
from the Bank of Ann Arbor for being a finalist
in the Sweet Fifteen Facebook Contest.
For more information about the
Eye-Bank’s Ambassador Program
or to help plan a fundraiser, contact
the Executive Director in your area:
Illinois:
Diane Hollingsworth (800) 548-4703
[email protected]
Cornea transplant recipient
Gary Abud with the Michigan
Eye-Bank mascot, Cornelius.
“After years of struggling with my
vision, I cannot begin to describe how
my transplants have changed my life,” says Abud, who was
diagnosed with keratoconus – a degenerative cornea disease
– at age 10. “By raising money for the Eye-Bank, I can help
them continue in their mission of sight restoration.”
Michigan:
Lisa Langley (800) 247-7250
[email protected]
New Jersey:
Margaret Chaplin (800) 653-9379
[email protected]
Ride-a-Thon participants joined in one-hour spinning
sessions held throughout the day, all led by Abud, and
refueled after their workout with hamburgers and hot dogs,
grilled by Next Level’s owner.
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Wired for success
Midwire promotes eye bank efficiency, collaboration
Those familiar with Midwest Eye-Banks are likely
already aware of the eye banking services it provides
– the recovery, evaluation and placement of tissue for
transplant, research and education. Many also know
about the vital seed money grants it provides to eye and
vision researchers investigating the causes of and cures for
blinding eye conditions. But perhaps fewer have heard
about the important services the organization offers to
other eye banks.
As part of its
commitment to
strengthening eye
banking around
the world, Midwest
invested in the
development of a
software application,
Midwire, that allows
for electronic tissue
tracking and digital
recordkeeping.
Initially launched in 2007, Midwire took on a life of its
own in 2010, when Midwire Systems became a subsidiary
of Midwest Eye-Banks and began providing the Midwire
software application to other eye banks. Today, Midwire’s
customers include Midwest Eye-Banks, the Iowa Lions
Eye Bank, the Heartland Lions Eye Bank, the Lions
Eye Bank of Wisconsin, the Rocky Mountain Lions
Eye Bank and the Vision Share eye bank consortium.
“We’re pleased to have been embraced by the eye banking
community,” says Michael O’Keefe, Executive Director of
Midwire Systems. “Our system was developed specifically
for eye banks, but it is refined to fit each user because
we know that every eye bank has its own way of doing
things.”
system and addressing any disturbances as quickly as
possible. Midwire staff work with eye bank staff to define
terminology and functionality, ensuring the software is
customized for how the eye bank does business.
Iowa Lions Eye Bank Executive Director Cindy Reed was
particularly impressed by the efforts made by Midwire
staff in tailoring Midwire to meet her needs.
“They put in a lot of
time, patience and
strategy to make sure
the system was working
for us,” explains Reed.
As a result, the Iowa
Lions Eye Bank is
experiencing more
efficient placement of
corneas and improved
donor documentation,
allowing the
distribution manager
to know exactly what tissue is available at any given
time. Because of Midwire’s ability to integrate with
QuickBooks, the Eye Bank is also able to issue electronic
invoices, instead of having to handwrite them.
“The major benefit is the time savings for our people,”
Reed explains, “and their ability to do their work far more
efficiently because of electronic record tracking and the
integration with financial systems.”
O’Keefe is glad to hear about these success stories. “This
is a platform for collaboration between eye banks,” he
says.
To learn more about Midwire, visit www.midwire.org.
When putting Midwire in place at an eye bank, O’Keefe
and his team take great care to minimize disruptions
to the eye bank’s workflow, evaluating its previous
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Illinois Eye-Bank
Report to the Community
FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011
Always Connected
Community Engagement staff, Ambassadors and other volunteers focus on Eye Donor Month and beyond
The Illinois Eye-Bank recognized March as National
Eye Donor Month with help from Secretary of State
Jesse White, who teamed up with the Eye-Bank for a
poster campaign featuring pediatric eye tissue recipients
from around the state. Copies of the poster were placed
in 180 Secretary of State Driver Facilities to encourage
patrons to sign up on the Illinois Organ/Tissue Donor
Registry. The Secretary of State’s office also teamed up
with the Eye-Bank to give three hospital presentations.
Additionally, during National Eye
Donor Month, cornea recipient
Sarah Mittler shared her story on
WGN TV’s nation-wide Midday
News, Executive Director Diane
Hollingsworth was interviewed by
WGN Radio personality Bill Moller,
and the Pike Press in Pittsfield,
Cornea transplant recipient
Sarah Mittler
Illinois, ran a story about eye
donation, featuring an interview with Illinois EyeBank, Watson Gailey Regional Coordinator Dave
Hearn.
“National Eye Donor Month proved to be a great
opportunity to pique the media’s interest about what
we do,” says Hollingsworth. “It was especially moving
to see Sarah share her story with WGN’s viewers.”
But the Illinois Eye-Bank’s activities were by no means
limited to March. Staff worked to build relationships
with the state’s Lions Clubs, attending the State
Convention and various District and Zone meetings,
and worked directly with many individual Clubs.
Other activities for the year included Donor Tribute
Ceremonies with Gift of Hope and the Muscoskeletal
Transplant Foundation, and the Red Shoe Run for
Donor Awareness, hosted by the family of Carrie Jane
Smith, who became a cornea and tissue donor at the
age of 28.
The poster featuring Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White and young
transplant recipients was displayed in Secretary of State offices across
Illinois to help encourage others to join the Donor Registry.
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Statistics & Financials
Statement of Public Support and Revenue,
Expenses and Changes in Net Assets
Illinois Eye-Bank Expenses
Fundraising 17.1%
Administration
7.4%
July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011
Current
Operating Fund
Support from Lions/Lioness and Leo Clubs
Special Events
Support from Other Public Sources
Total Public Support
Education
Programs 75.5%
$6,584
163,660
42,520
$212,764
Illinois Eye-Bank REVENUE
Funding Allocation from
Tissue Processing fees
513,553
Other Income
3,200
Intercompany Charges
Support from Lions/
Lioness and Leo Clubs
1%
Special Events 22%
Support from Other
Public Sources 6%
202,308
Total Revenue
Funding Allocation from
Tissue Processing Fees
71%
$719,061
Total Public Support and Revenue
$931,825
Program Services:
Community Engagement and
Professional Education Program
$742,069
Administrative Services
73,172
Fundraising
168,161
Total Expenditures
$983,402
Excess of Public Support and
Revenue Over/(Under) Expenses
($51,577)
Transfer of Assets from Midwest Eye-Banks
281,333
Beginning of Year Net Assets
—
End of Year Net Assets
$229,756
Clinical statistics:
Fiscal Year 2010/2011
Total Eyes/Corneas Received
4,457
Total Corneal Grafts
2,493
iLLINOIS Eye-Bank Statement of
Functional Expenses and Revenues
Direct expenses are allocated between two major categories, which are
reported on a functional basis: program services (public and professional
education programs) and support services (administration and fundraising).
Indirect expenses are allocated among the various programs and support
services.
Education Programs: Includes the cost of developing and printing
educational materials such as brochures, donor cards, audio-visual
materials for hospital in-services, public speaking engagements and a
variety of other outreach programs, as well as salaries for the education
staff.
Administration: Includes the cost of rent, utilities, information services,
financial audits, personnel, accounting and the salaries of administrative
and clerical support staff.
Fundraising: Includes salaries of development office staff and the
expenses related to solicitation of contributions, as well as an appropriate
allocation of overhead.
The financial statistics and graphs are based on figures audited by Yeo & Yeo, P.C. for the Fiscal Year 2010-11, which ended on June 30, 2011.
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Support from Individuals and Organizations | Fiscal Year 2010-2011 | July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
Community Support
Supporter (up to $249)
Nicholas Abid
Nicolas Abrego
Steven and Jill Aeschleman
Georgia Alberico
Anne Albrecht
Robert and Karen Albrecht
Timothy Albrecht
Charles and Alice Allen
J. William Allen, Jr.
Allstate Giving Campaign
Frankie Anderson
Harry and Lois Anderson
Nancy Anderson
Marjorie A. Ariano
Ephraim and Deloris Axelrod
Alfred Baker, M.D. and Dorothy Baker
Barry and Margaret Baker
Belinda Baker
Richard and Susan Bakker
Michael Balkin
Marilyn Ballowe
Robert and Denise Baptista
Warren and Hazel Barr
Ernest and Rosalie Battaglia
Arnold B. Becker
Miles and Helene Beermann
Otis and Ruthie Bell
Frank and Loretta Beresh
Jose C. Bernardo
Jean Berry
John Berry
Philip L. Berton
Ryan Bertram
Diane Beyer
Scott and Karen Bieber
Ernestine Bishop
Carlos H. Blanco
Patty Blaszczyk
Janet Bloem
Mary Jo Blythe
Joseph Bobst
Barry and Cheryl Bollinger
Charles Bouchard, M.D. and Anne Bouchard
Juanita Bradley
Eugene Brakel
Earl Brauen
Marie Brichetto
Patrick and Debra Bromley
Helen V. Brown
Steven V.L. Brown, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Frank and Marie Bugajski
Robert Burks, Jr.
Christine Call
Joseph Carbonara
Cynthia Carfora
Wendy Carmien
Kathy Carroll and Maura Schnonwald
Adelaida Castro
Anne Cavalla
Bruce and Kathleen Chamberlin
Helen Charvat
Penny Choate
Catherine J. Ciaccio
Robert and Barbara Clark
Troy Close, M.D.
Loretta Coatar
David and Barbara Cohen
Combined Federal Campaign of the Chicago Area
Patrick and Debbie Comerford
Craig and Heather Concklin
Kevin Connon
Elizabeth Cooke
Gerald L. Cooke, M.D.
Homer and Helen Cornwell
Sarah B. Corush
Alice Creech
Joseph Criscione
Joe Culig
Ernest and Jeannette Dahl
Arlone Ritter Dalluge
Jane Danley
Jacquelyn Danz
John D’Arco
John Das, M.D. and Lakshmi Das
Evelyn Davenport
Davis Imperial Cleaners
Daniel Davis
Ashley Decker
Stephen Degenford
Shirley Delost
Michael and Susan Detloff
Mark A. DeTolve
Fred Diamond
Andrea Diaz
Antonio Diaz
Juan and Amelia Diaz
Joseph and Tracey DiBuono
Julia Dilibert
Dillman Eye Care Associates
Mary L. Dirker
Mary Ditsch
Dolores Kay Donley
William Donnelly
John and Barbara Dovale
Christopher Dovalina
William and Lorene Dreska
Cynthia Duley
Monica Durkin
Friedrich Durler
Stephen and Marie Eberwein
Edward and Rebecca Edinger
Douglas L. Elkins
Thomas and Carol English
Ethan and Peggi Erenberg
Clifford and Carol Espevik
Margaret Euwema
Ryan and Meaghan Evans
Teresa Fabry
Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park
Edwin and Susan Farmer
Robert S. Feder, M.D. and Randi Feder
Barbara Feldman
Marjorie and James Filipello
Robert Finnegan
Harold and Marian Finnern
Bernard Fitzgerald
John Fitzpatrick
Richard Fleisher
William and Virginia Fojtik
Sarah K. Forsythe
Betty S. and Robert B. Frank
Charitable Foundation
Edna Frisby and Deann Kuske
Alexander Gabriel
Dorothy Gans
Cassandra Gathings
Rosemary Gaudreault
Adelina Gaytan
Elizabeth George
Matthew Georgopulos
Phyllis A. Gilmore
Marvin E. Ginsburg
Edith Glogowski
Carolyn Godby, PDG
Norb L. Gold and Mary Lou Bilder-Gold
Karin Goldberg
Matt and Jodi Gordon
Virgil Gottardo
Dolores Graf
Bess Greco
Paul and Cynthia Grossman
Steven and Chris Groth
Martha Gulik
Patrica Gunderson
Brian Haan
Lorraine Handler
Pamela Hardman
Gregg and Susan Hartemayer
David and Christine Hearn
Norma Henderson
Myrtle Henrichs
Nancy Hensel
Frank Herdzina, Jr.
Jacqueline Herridge
Genevieve Hill
Louise A. Holland
David and Diane Hollingsworth
Joyce Hoyle
Hung-Jung Huang
Coleman Hughley
The Reverend Edward J. Hunter and Patricia J. Hunter
Gregory Hyder
Michael and Leslie Hyman
Karen Iantorno
Illinois Optometric Association
Zoila Ipina
Dorothy Ippolito
John Isenberg
Josephine Iussig
Arie Jackson
Justin Jacobson
Richard and Lois Jahn
Michael and Susan Jaworek
JoAnne Jents
Andrea Johnson
Gloria M. Johnson
Robert Johnson
Florence M. Johnston
Doraine Jones
Horace W. Jordan
Gilbert Kamm
Joel A. Kaplan, M.D.
Brian Karlow
Bernard Katz
Thomas Kehoe
Nancy Kelley
Lisa Kelly
William and Kara Kelly
Elyse Kennard
William Kernan
Valerie Kilgore
Stephen and June Kincius
Eugene Kirby
Jodi Kirsch
Timothy Kisla, D.O. and Sally Kisla
Mr. and Mrs. Hoover C. Kizart
Joseph and Renee Klak
William and Marilyn Knuppel
Joanne Knutson
Marion Kopriva
Martin and Donna Korey
Mitchel Korzenko
Joe and Cathryn Krause
Arthur J. Kreiling
Christine Krueger
Kevin and Diane Kuca
Michael and Mary Jo Kwasigroch
Bernice Lafoe
Franco S. LaMarca
Roger LaMothe, PDG and Esther LaMothe, PCC
Eliot Landau
Jennifer Lane
Ronald Larson
Joseph and Eunice Lasky
Debra Leb
William and Pamela Ledvort
Ron and Julie Levitt
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Lewis
Janis Licari
Caridad Lim
Amy Lin, M.D.
Jay A. Lipe
Steven and Rebecca Lipp
Elvyra Locke
Joseph Lopez
Mr. and Mrs. Art Loza
Beatrice Ann Loza
Rafael and Rita Loza
Jacqueline Luczak
Ronald Ludewig
Lulu’s at The Belle Kay
Stella Lynge
Mary Makrenos
Ann Maksymiec
Patricia Mallory
Charlotte E. Mally
Kathleen B. Mammoser
Wanda Mancini
Robert and Florence Mandekich
Joe Mapes
John and Carole Markanich
Charles and Kristine Marose
Eddie and Kelly Marquez
Barbara Martinec
Ana L. Martinez
Roberto Martins
Marjorie McBride
Stacie McClane
Veronica McClure
Richard L. McCormack
Thomas F. McGuire and Thomas G. Hackett
James and Cassaline McHolland
Dawn McKenna
Julie McMahon
Genevieve Meehan
David W. Meyer
David and Linda Milberg
Philip and Nancy Miller
Shirley Miller
Thomas and Liesl Minneci
Janice Mitchell
Donald and Pat Moats
Adrienne Mojzik
Jacqueline Moline
Noah Moore
Helen Morgan
Joanna Morrone
Patricia Mroczkowski
Sister Lenore Mulvihill
George Munson
Shirley Nahley
Frank and Bernadette Narel
Cora M. Nawracaj
Bonnie M. Neff
John and Margaret Nelson
Francis Neuhaus
John D. Newhouse
Betty J. Niemeyer
Normal Professional Baseball Club
Michael and Holly O’Connor
Thomas and Diane O’Connor
Steven Ofloy
Steve and Lori O’Hara
William and Nadine O’Malley
J. O’Neal
Divinia Ong
John and Mary O’Rourke
S. Ortega
George and Margaret Ortenzo
Jeffrey and Kathleen Ossanna
Richard Ostry, Jr.
Romeyn M. Oyer
Michael Parfenoff
David Paro
John Patrick
Louis Paukovitz
Chris Pautsch
Peggy Peterson
Paul Pfingston
Robert Pfingston
Susan Pircon
Millie Ponfil
Marguerite Potter
Provena St. Joseph Hospital
Jack and Renee Puckett and Family
Ross Quevedo
B. Elizabeth Rabas
Harold Rabin
Yuly and Ida Raff
Steve and ‘Cille Ramsey
Dorothy Ranft
Lisa Rauchecker
Phillip Ray
Andrew Razniewski
David and Mary Razniewski
Blanche Ready
Norman E. Rebenstorf, Sr.
Thomas and Mary Rebernak
John P. Regas
Mary S. Reilly
Emma Jean Rempe
Ronald R. Rezny
William E. Richards
Jack and Bonnie Rickard
Patricia Ricker
Richard Rickey
Michael and Nancy Riley
Julie Rizzo
Edward and Donna Roberts
Doris I. Robertson
Nancy Robinson
Roger Roloff and Barbara Petersen
Brian Root
Kevin and Suzanne Ross
Roger and Elaine Russell
Harvey Russell
Carolyn Ryan
Catherine M. Rybolt
Mildred Sarros
Jeanette Satterfield
Ella Schaeffer
Elmer H. Schirmer, Jr.
Arden K. Schlegel
Mary Schlereth
Roland and Betty Ann Schleusener
Leona H. Schmidt
Patricia W. Schmidt
Louise Schneider
Steven Schneider
Michael and Jill Schrage
Kathryn Schrempf
Quenten Schumacher
Patricia Schuurman
W. Robert and Phyllis Schwandt
Jorge Serret
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Genine Shafer
Donna Sheffield
William Sherman
Julia Shoemaker
Steve Sicher, M.D. and Nancy Sicher
Carmella Silva
Howard and Lynda Silverman
Margie E. Simmons
James Simonian
Marilyn Singer
Phung Ta Singh
Chester and Joan Sipowicz
Maria Skourletos
Raymond and Barbara Slanker
Gary and Patricia Slatka
Helen Smith
James Smith
Lawrence J. Smith
Sandra Smith-Doghmi
Donald E. Smucker
Kathleen and Richard Sojka
Leonard Solomon
Craig Spak
Francesca Sparacino
Andrew and Patricia Spelios
Joyce Spellious
Robert Stecher
Myrna Stein
Joyce Stock
Geraldine Storck
Scott Stratford
Charles Strong
Christine and Joseph Struzik
Jennifer Struzik
Earl and Janice Swanson
Marlene Szepsy
Tamar Productions, Inc.
Cassandra Tamburrino
Tolly Tate
Jignasha Thakkar
Carole Timmerman
Sheldon Tobin
Mary Tolin
Anthony and Joan Tomasello
Dr. Elise Torczynski
Clemente Trupiano
Bill Umfleet
Robert and Esther Vadnais
James and Sheree Valukas
Joseph Van Cura, Jr.
Paul Vandenberg
Ge Vang
Rich Varnes
Frederick and Ann Verhulst
Filibel Villanueva
Patricia Vistine
Tobey A. Vistine
Diane Wachel
Mary Wagner
Terry and Sheila Walters
Norman E. Wandke
Mary J. Wehrle
Weiner Ellman Family Foundation
Fred and Roberta Weiner
Bonnie and Duewell Welch
Kenneth and Aileen Wenstrom
Mr. and Mrs. Ernest B. West
Dion Wheeler
Julia White
David and Sandra Whitmore
Henry D. Williams
Raymond A. Willis
Charles L. Wilson
Amy Wimer and Ed Wlodarczyk
Terrence Winckler
Lev Yankovskiy
Eloise Yerkes
Jerry and Marijane York
Thomas and Cheryl Young
Antonette Zielinski
Patron ($250 to $499)
Advanced Eye Care
Ronnie Aga
Ryan and Jessa Baker
John Royal Bodine and Sherrill L. Bodine
Gerald and Sharon Bouey
James E. Carson
Combined Federal Campaign of Central Illinois
Anthony and Melissa Contrucci
Melissa del Rosario
Mary Donners Meyer
Raymond Drymalski
Tia D. Dudley
Dr. Randy Epstein
Pam Flaherty
Mary E. Frey
The Gutman Family Foundation Trust
Robert J. Haga and Maureen A. Tuffy-Haga
Allan and Ricki Harpelund
Joshua Herz, M.D.
Ronald and Marci Holzer
International Business Machines
Donna Johnson
D. Carroll Joynes
Laura Kenneally
Heinz Kern and Mary Ann Rose
Kimberly Kline
Fred Kortlander and Polly Pancoe
Kraff Eye Institute, Ltd.
Mr. and Mrs. Mario La Marca
Nick LeRoy
Linda Lozier
Augustus Mangubat
Eric Mansell
Norma J. McCullough
The Muller Firm, LTD
Kenneth R. Norgan
Sheila O’Grady
Jennifer M. Polzer
Allen Putterman, M.D.
Peter K. Rabiah, M.D.
Vonita Reescer
Paige and Karl Reichardt
Jonathan Rubenstein, M.D.
Frank Saporito
Schramko Real Estate
Bonnie Schultz and Anne Rossiter
Lisa L. Shives, M.D.
Phillip and Veronica Siegel
Stanley Paul Orchestra, Inc.
Tom and Ginny Stewart
Joel Sugar, M.D. and Anita Gerber
Bela and Ilona Szeifert
Jim Tharin
Verne J. Thomas
Martha Bodman Wallace
James and Barbara Walsh
Marshall Weinberg and Eileen Howard-Weinberg
Jeffrey Wiktor
Matthew Wilkes
Partner ($500 to $999)
Manas Alhanikar
Irene Antoniou
Joseph Bachewicz
George and Virginia Bailie
Kent and Irma Bates
Joel A. Brodsky
Mary Pat Burns
Kent Carter
Kedric and Maura Chamberlin
Emma Contrucci
Andrew and Lisa Daniels
Anthony Diaz
Eileen Donnersberger
Sheryl L. Dyer
Brian and Ursula Feldman
Chris Gallagher
Bradley and Tiffani Kim Griffith
Hospira
Paul R. Iacono
Martin and Beena Joseph
Steve and Peggy Lombardo
Bishop Timothy Lyne
Desmond and Yvonne Martello
Andrew and Kristen McCoy
Frederick A. Metz
Midwest Glaucoma Center
Richard Milton
Thomas Mizen, M.D. and Pamela Mizen
Keith Monson, M.D.
Montenegro Paper, LTD
Mary Ellen Neuman
Jeffrey Neven and Marsha Malooney-Neven
John and Cindy Paitti
Palmer House Hilton
Patrick Dealer Group
Charles and Mary Jo Pivoney
John B. and Myra Reilly
Eileen Seyfarth
Howard and Catherine Siegel
Tim Smithe
Jay and Nora Spak
Jackie Stillmaker and Family
D. Matthew and Elizabeth Stremel
Sarah Tyler, Esq.
Urban Oasis North Avenue, Inc.
Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Winger Marketing
Peter Wroblewski
Wyse Eyecare Service Corp.
Casey Zgutowicz
Andrew Ziskind
Mildred Zrazik
Steward ($1,000 to $4,999)
Jerry and Marilyn Hayden
Denis J. Healy, Jr. and Sean Eshaghy
Richard and Sherry Lea Holson
Ira J. Kaufman Family Foundation
Mrs. David Lies
Marian Macsai, M.D.
Anthony and Lisa Madonia
Patrick and Jamie Maloney
Jack and Donna Monco
Sally Jo Morris
Arthur J. Murphy
Philip and Marianne Nielsen
The Prime Group, Inc.
Richard and Liz Saltzman
Stephens Instruments
Peter and Marijane Thornton
Twentieth Century Services, Inc.
Vienna Beef
Mamie J. Walton
Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Weller
Robert Zec and Maria Razumich-
Zec
Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Zetner
Derek Zingg
Luminary ($5,000 to
$9,999)
The Bill Bass Foundation
Beermann Swerdlove, LLP
Estate of Hugh R. Brown
Cooper Family Foundation
Peter J. and Michele V. Latz
Spex
Benefactor
($10,000 and above)
Richard H. Driehaus Charitable Lead Trust
Hackberry Endowment Partners/
The Malkin Family
Molex Incorporated
Andreas and Jean Antoniou
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph W. Applegate, Jr.
Chuck Arredia
Michael and Verna Bousis
Chicago Cornea Consultants
Chubb Federal Insurance Company
Anita H. Johnson Cohen
David Donnersberger, M.D., J.D.
Eye Surgical Associates, S.C.
Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network
Frederick and Susan Gohl
Lions Support: A Shared Mission
Lions and the Illinois Eye-Bank share a mission – the elimination of preventable blindness. The Illinois Eye-Bank is
grateful for the operating support it has received from Lions Clubs throughout its service areas during the past
fiscal year.
Supporter (up to $249)
Barrington Lions Club
Bonfield Lions Club
Chicago Hegewisch Lions Club
Danvers Lions Club
Evergreen Park Lions Club
Freeport Lions Club
Galena Lions Club
Lombard Lions Club
Mackinaw Lions Club
Morris Lions Club
Mount Auburn Lions Club
Oak Park-River Forest Lions Club
Ramsey Lions Club
Richmond Lions Club
Stickney Forest View Lions Club
Stockton Lions Club
Towanda Lions Club
Virden Lions Club
Willow Springs Lions Club
Patron ($250 to $499)
Lanark Lions Club
Worth Lions Club
Partner ($500 to $999)
Crete Lions Club
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Glen Ellyn Lions Club
Plainfield Lions Club
Riverside Township Lions Club
Rockford Noon Lions Club
Roselle Lions Club
Steward ($1,000 to $4,999)
Naperville Noon Lions Club
Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey
Report to the Community
FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011
Always Engaged
Eye Bank works with Ambassadors and other volunteers to reach local communities
The Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey completed Phase I of
its I Joined! Donor Registry program, which began in
2008, by providing information about eye, organ and
tissue donation to every Lions Club in the service area.
The majority of Clubs were given this information in a
presentation, but the Clubs that couldn’t be reached were
mailed the information.
The Eye Bank also coordinated eight Lions Donor Days,
with the help of volunteers from 10 Lions Clubs at Motor
Vehicle Commission offices throughout New Jersey. The
Lions volunteers helped educate customers about the
importance of joining the Donate Life NJ Donor Registry.
Lions Club volunteers encourage people to join the
Donate Life NJ Registry during Lions Donor Days.
Additionally, the Eye Bank was represented at 36
health fairs and community events during FY 2010-11,
including the New Jersey Education Association’s Annual
Convention, held in Atlantic City.
“We worked with Donate Life NJ to distribute guides to
high school teachers,” says Cathy Wasner, Community
Engagement Coordinator for the Lions Eye Bank of New
Jersey. “Hopefully, these guides will help them incorporate
information about eye, organ and tissue donation into
their curriculum, as mandated by the 2008 Hero Act.”
To commemorate National Eye Donor Month, the Eye
Bank paid special tribute to cornea donors and their
families at a March 13 Donor Remembrance Ceremony
at Community Medical Center in Toms River. About 100
people were in attendance. It was the Eye Bank’s first time
holding such an event.
Another first-time event for the Eye Bank was the
Celebration of Sight, featuring the artistic works of cornea
recipients. It was held on October 28 at the Clark Public
Library. Recipient and photographer Christine Scarano’s
work was the highlight of the event, and Christine was on
hand to talk about her craft.
Students at Rutgers University Health Fair test their
knowledge about donation with LEBNJ’s “Eye-Win”
trivia game.
Regional Coordinator Renee Lewis thanked donor family
members for choosing to give the gifts of life, sight and
mobility during the Donor Remembrance Ceremony.
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 21
Statistics & Financials
Statement of Public Support and Revenue,
Expenses and Changes in Net Assets
Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey Expenses
Fundraising 16.8%
Administration
15.1%
July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011
Current
Operating Fund
Support from Lions/Lioness and Leo Clubs
$37,753
Special Events
Support from Other Public Sources
Total Public Support
21,362
19,718
$78,833
Funding Allocation from
Tissue Processing Fees
320,947
Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey Revenue
Other Income
—
Intercompany Charges
$449,868
Program Services:
Community Engagement and
Professional Education Program
$432,860
Administrative Services
107,015
Fundraising
95,709
$635,584
($185,716)
Transfer of Assets from Midwest Eye-Banks
118,704
Beginning of Year Net Assets
755,016
End of Year Net Assets
$688,004
Clinical statistics:
Fiscal Year 2010/2011
Total Eyes/Corneas Received
Total Corneal Grafts
Support from Other
Public Sources 5%
Special Events 10%
Funding Allocation from
Tissue Processing Fees
80%
$371,035
Total Public Support and Revenue
Excess of Public Support and
Revenue Over/(Under) Expenses
Support from Lions/
Lioness and Leo Clubs
5%
50,088
Total Revenue
Total Expenditures
Education
Programs 68.1%
1,280
840
LIONS EYE BANK OF NEW JERSEY Statement
of Functional Expenses and Revenues
Direct expenses are allocated between two major categories, which are
reported on a functional basis: program services (public and professional
education programs) and support services (administration and fundraising).
Indirect expenses are allocated among the various programs and support
services.
Education Programs: Includes the cost of developing and printing
educational materials such as brochures, donor cards, audio-visual
materials for hospital in-services, public speaking engagements and a
variety of other outreach programs, as well as salaries for the education
staff.
Administration: Includes the cost of rent, utilities, information services,
financial audits, personnel, accounting and the salaries of administrative
and clerical support staff.
Fundraising: Includes salaries of development office staff and the
expenses related to solicitation of contributions, as well as an appropriate
allocation of overhead.
The financial statistics and graphs are based on figures audited by Yeo & Yeo, P.C. for the Fiscal Year 2010-11, which ended on June 30, 2011.
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Support from Individuals and Organizations | Fiscal Year 2010-2011 | July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
Community Support
Supporter (up to $249)
Anthony Abano, PDG
John Allen, PDG and Eleanor Allen
Gail Altschuler
Joseph and Patricia Annicchiarico
Anonymous
Ethel Arnold
Eugenia Arson
Harish Babbar
Thomas Bailey, Jr. and Phyllis Bailey
Mary Lou Ballantyne
Isabel Baquero, PSRC
Margaret Barry
Lawrence and Harriet Baum
Lawrence and Patricia Beaber
Gordon A. Beals
Dawn Best
Etna T. Blair
Helen M. Boehner
Stephen and Jane Bogdan
Phyllis Bosco
Bowman & Company LLP
Edward Boyler
Edgar Bragagnini
Al Brandel and Maureen Murphy
Melvyn Bray, CC and Virginia Bray
Francisca Brito
Pamela A. Brogan
Maureen Brown
Andrew and Tammy Bryant
Edward and Veronica Burke
Bernice Bushoven
Diana Butler
Luisa Cajal
Mary Canavan
John and Geri Caputo
Marion Carol Case
Carmine Castaldi
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Chaiklin
Richard Chittum, PDG and Barbara B. Chittum
Alfonse Cinotti, M.D. and
Kathleen Cinotti
Clark Public Library
Angelo Cocco
Robert Conlon
John F. Connallon
Michael and Lauren Connallon
Jean V. Cooper
John Coringrato
Thomas P. Cosentino
Jeffrey Cox and Adrienne
Cox-Logeman
John and Patricia Craven
The Cristaudo Family
Fred and Ruth Cristaudo
Lucy Cristaudo
Mohamed and Hoda Damir
David L. Davis
Peter and Eva Davis
Anthony and Carmela Debari
Charles and Noreen Dechon
James Dechon
Marie Dechon
Patricia Dechon
Celeste Di Canio
Lois Disimilo
Nicholas Ditta
Josephine N. Donalson
Janet Riley Donohue
James Dougherty, PDG
Muriel C. Drill
Dorothy L. Duerr
Joseph and Louise Dziezawiec
John C. Eastlack, Sr. and Elvena Catalano Eastlack
Lawrence P. Eldridge
Howard and Jean Esposito
Mary Etheridge
Gabrielle Evangelista
James and Doris Falcetano
Susan Fatula
Zachary and Theresa Felknor and Family
Leon Fink
Kevin B. Finnegan
Benedetta Firetto
The Fisch Family
Focus Eye Health and Vision Care
Eldon S. Fodor
The Reverend Jeremiah Ford
Friends of the West Caldwell Public Library
Frederick Frisch
Tony and Marylou Furfari
Danny and Sandra Galli
George and Nancy Gates
Therese Gilchrist
Giliberti Eye & Laser Center
Joseph and Joan Gingold
Constance Gitto
Richard and Marilyn Goetz
Marion Goldberg, PDG
Vivian Goldsmith
Gaetano and Angelina Grasso
Victor Graziano, PCC
Earl and Christine Groendyke
Ruth and Stan Grossman
Vincent and Louise Guerrizio
Robert Hagenbush
Lisa A. Haggis
Robert Halsey
Jack and Kathy Hamilton
William Hansen
Brian and Dana Harms
The Hartman Family
David Hartsfield and Beverly Henderson-Hartsfield
Thomas J. Hayevy
Emma Henderson
Frederick Herrmann, Ph.D. and Susan Herrmann
Irene C. Hohmann
David and Diane Hollingsworth
Sally Hooey
Jay and Marsha Horowitz
Irene Houlis
Michael Huey
James Hynes, PDG
Victor Jacalano
Brian D. Jaffa
Nancy Jakubczyk, 2nd VDG
Tracy Jean
Agnes I. Joswick
Virginia Kalkan
Kamienski Funeral Homes, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Kaplan
Florence Keenan
Ronald and Jane Kelly
Michael and Karen Kelly
Allison Keyes
Marshall Klein, PDG
William and Janie Kopp
Evelyn F. Kruleski
Walter and Ellen M. Kudlacik
Bridget Kusy
Ladies Auxiliary of The Avenel Fire Co # 1
L’Affaire
Roger La Mothe, PDG and Esther LaMothe, PCC
Bruce and Lisa Langley
Fred Lau
Sharon Laurinitis
Alex and Rose Lazorisak
Ryan Lee
Albert Levy
Andy and Claudia Link
Marjorie Logan
Steve and Linda Lorras
Robert Losco, PDDG
Alfred Losiewicz
Laurie Lukaszewicz
Andrew Lytkowski, PDG and Joan Lytkowski, PZC
Donald J. MacPherson
Frank J. Magnolia, Jr., PDG
James J. Mariani, Jr.
Lorraine R. Marini
Maslowski & Associates
Concetta Matrale
Craig Maziarz, IPDG
Will and Mary Ann McBride
Catherine McGuire
Harry McKasson
Richard and Patricia McKiernan
Theresa A. Meagher
Mary Medina
James C. Meehan
Patricia Meelheim
Susan Megletti
The Melroy Family
Robert Millea, PDG
Bert and Carole Moelk
John Moers
John Molnar
Danpatee Moonsammy
Marilyn Morris
Morris County Registrars
Association
James A. Murphy, Jr.
Howard Nathan
Ursula Neckien
New Jersey Foundation for
the Blind
New Jersey Lions Eyeglass
Recycling Center
Marianne M. Nolan
Phyllis Okulicz
Michael and Sandra O’Neil
Kim Onsdorff
Annmarie Ornstein
Orest and Noelle Paclawskyi
Paul Palamara
Giovanna Palladino
Swati Pandya
Helen M. Pappas
Angela Paul
Helene Petito
Davd and Beverly C. Pfau
Greg Phillips
Leo Piovano
Karen Pisciotta
Charles and Mary Jo Pivoney
Rose Pollifrone
Prudential Foundation Matching Gifts Program
Kathleen Quirk
Joseph James Raevis
Sherlyn R. Ragin
John Raubold
Robert J. Reardon, Sr.
Eric and Carol Reff
Brian and Martha Reid
Reiser’s Courier Service
A. Theodore Reiver, PDG
Eugene Renkar, PDG and Jody Renkar
Anna Maria Ricciardi
The Reverend Frederick Richardett and Ruth Richardett
Constance L. Ridlon
Herta Riegersperger
Conrad and Evelyn Rittweger
Albert and Bernice Rosen
Kevin and Suzanne Ross
Emily M. Rothenberg
Stan and Ruth Rothman
Dennis I. Rubin
Stanley and Margaret Rzempoluch
Alfred J. Sanders, Jr. and Marjorie A. Sanders
William J. Sauser, Jr.
Lynn Scarano and Beverly Bova Scarano
Henry Scharch
Scott Schmedel
William and Carol Schroeher
Shirley Schwartz
Frances Severini
Pareshkumar and Sonal Shah
Mary G. Shanahan
Ed and Marlene Sheldon
Paul P. Shubeck
Christopher G. Smith and Mary Devon O’Brien
Tara and Scott Smith
Eleanore O. Sochor
Rose C. Sorbello
Rita A. Sperduto
Lawrence and Lucille Stein
Dan Stenchever, IPDG
Philip D. Stern & Associates, LLC
Ken Stolarz
Mildred P. Stout
Randall and Joanne Stram
Robert Sturgis, PDG and Sharon Sturgis
Summit-Westfield Delta Gamma
Thomas W. Surman, III and
Suellen Surman
Ed and Maggie Sussick
George and Constance Swartwood
Hugh Syme
Howard Tabachnick
Bradley and Darla Tennant
Jerauld Todkill
Alfred and Josephine Tomarchio
Robert Treptow
Willie and Cynthia Trotter
Dirck and Betsy Van Dusen
Peter and Judith Van Wageningen
Marta Y. Vargas
Mr. and Mrs. William Venezia
Robert A. Vernon
Amelia Villalobos
Anthony and Anne Violanti
George N. Vinci
Rosemarie Vlach
George and Sara Wagenbach
Blanche M. Warren
Vanessa Washington
Catherine A. Wasner
Lary P. Wasserman
Lydia Watson
Donald W. Wayne
William and Irmgard Weber
A. Charles and Frances Weir
The Mayor and Council of the Township of West Caldwell
Robert C. White
Jadwiga Wieczorkowski
Kay Wiesenfeld
Paul Wirth
Joseph F. and Eleanor Wohll
Stephen and Dianne Woitkowski
Lotte Wolf
Richard W. Zimmermann, Jr., PDG
Patron ($250 to $499)
CentraState Medical Center
Ralph R. DeVito, PDG and Marie C. DeVito
Stephen Domovich, PDG and Ramona Domovich
Eye Institute of New Jersey
First Allied Securities
Robert Fyfe, Jr.
Henry F. Hoey
JAE Consulting, Inc.
Patricia Kiernan
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation
New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company
New Jersey Trustees of the Lions Eye Bank of Delaware Valley
Walter Pardo
Douglas C. Schembs and Reverend Lois Schembs
Benjamin Yashinski, PDG and Diana Yashinski
Partner ($500 to $999)
Herbert Bodensiek
Christopher and Margaret Chaplin
William H. Constad, M.D. and Ann Beth Constad
Hudson Eye Physicians & Surgeons, LLC
Catherine Mattfield
Robert Moore, PID and Elspeth Moore, PCC
Torsiello Organization
Steward ($1,000 to
$4,999)
Fund for the New Jersey Blind, Inc.
Investors Savings Bank
Lions Eye Bank of Delaware Valley
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 23
Lions Support: A Shared Mission
Lions and the Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey share a mission – the elimination of preventable blindness. The Lions
Eye Bank of New Jersey is grateful for the operating support it has received from Lions, Lioness and Leo Clubs
throughout its service areas during the past fiscal year.
Supporter (up to $249)
Audubon Lions Club
Berkeley Heights Lions Club
Carlstadt East Rutherford Lions Club
Cranbury Lioness Club
Englewood Cliffs Lions Club
Fairview Lions Club
Fanwood Lions Club
Greater Clementon Lions Club
Hunterdon Hills Lions Club
Knowlton Township Lions Club
Leonia Lions Club
Maple Shade Lions Club
Merchantville Lions Club
Metuchen Lions Club
Midland Park Lions Club
Milltown Lions Club
Moorestown Lions Club
Mount Olive Lions Club
North Plainfield Lions Club
Old Tappan Lions Club
Passaic Clifton Lions Club
Point Pleasant Lions Club
Scotch Plains Lions Club
Wayne Township Lions Club
West Long Branch Lions Club
Westfield Lions Club
Westmont Lions Club
Patron ($250 to $499)
Bergen Hispanic - American Lions Club
Bloomfield Lions Club
Elizabeth Portuguese Lions Club
Frenchtown Lions Club
Lincoln Park Lions Club
Linden Lions Club
Little Ferry Lions Club
Oradell Lions Club
Rockaway Township Lions Club
Stafford Township Lions Club
Tenafly Lions Club
Verona Lions Club
Wallington Lions Club
Partner ($500 to $999)
Freehold Township Lions Club
Hackensack Lions Club
Howell Township Lions Club
Jersey City Hudson City Lions Club
Middletown Township Lions Club
Rutherford Lions Club
Toms River Lions Club
Watchung Lions Club
West New York Leones Cubanos
de Hudson
Steward ($1,000 to $4,999)
Bergenfield Lions Club
Chester Lions Club
Lions District 16 B Charitable Foundation
Lions District 16 D Charitable Foundation
Lions District 16 E Charitable Foundation
Franklin Lakes Lions Club
Hopewell Valley Lions Club
Kearny Lions Club
Maplewood Lions Club
Red Bank Lions Club
Saddle River Valley Lions Club
Springfield Lions Club
West Milford Township Lions Club
Wyckoff Lions Club
Luminary ($5,000 to $9,999)
Wood-Ridge Lions Club
Kenneth Mattfield Honor Roll
The Ken Mattfield Honor Roll highlights
Lions Clubs, individuals and organizations who
have made a charitable contribution of $1,000
or more to the Lions Eye Bank of New Jersey
during the fiscal year.
Bergenfield Lions Club
Chester Lions Club
Franklin Lakes Lions Club
Hopewell Valley Lions Club
Kearny Lions Club
Maplewood Lions Club
Red Bank Lions Club
Saddle River Valley
Lions Club
Springfield Lions Club
Contributor Profile
Hopewell Valley Lions Club, Hopewell Valley, New Jersey
The Hopewell Valley Lions Club has a simple reason for contributing to the Lions Eye Bank of
New Jersey: The Eye Bank provides a service that is unduplicated, according to Paul Morin, the
Club’s President.
The Eye Bank’s mission of sight restoration ties in closely with Lions Clubs International’s support
for vision-related programs. In fact, at the urging of Helen Keller, Lions Club members have
served as Knights of the Blind since 1925.
Morin says that about half the Hopewell Valley Lions Club’s efforts support sight-related causes,
while the other half is aimed at youth-related programs.
The Club first heard about the Eye Bank when a representative gave a presentation about it at a
Club meeting several years ago. Later, when the Club received a letter from the Eye Bank asking
for support, the members were happy to oblige.
For more information about the Hopewell Valley Lions Club, visit www.hopewellvalleylions.org.
The Club meets at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at the Mercer County Public
Library and at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at H I Rib & Co. in Pennington,
New Jersey. Guests are welcome.
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West Milford Township
Lions Club
Wood-Ridge Lions Club
Wyckoff Lions Club
Michigan Eye-Bank
Report to the Community
FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011
Always In Touch
Sharing the message
Michigan Eye-Bank staff and volunteer Ambassadors logged more
than 1,000 hours representing the Eye-Bank at more than 160
events across the state, including the Ann Arbor Art Fair, the
World’s Longest Breakfast Table in Battle Creek, the Crim Races
Pancake Breakfast and the Manistee County Fair. As a direct result
of these efforts, 3,631 people added their names to the Michigan
Organ Donor Registry.
“We’re proud of our Ambassadors,” says Alison Claerhout Wright,
Community Engagement Manager of the Michigan Eye-Bank.
“They’ve embraced our message of sight restoration and taken it to
their own communities on our behalf.”
Buddy Day, held on April 12, was another opportunity for
Ambassadors to shine. More than 300 volunteer “buddies” – many
of whom represented the Eye-Bank and Lions and Lioness Clubs
– staffed tables at Michigan Secretary of State branch offices across
the state, encouraging customers to join the Donor Registry. By the
end of the day, 2,549 more people had joined the Donor Registry.
But Buddy Day was not the only way newly elected Secretary of
State Ruth Johnson showed her support for eye, organ and tissue
donation. Johnson urged her staff to, when time permits, ask
customers at branch offices about joining the Donor Registry. By
the end of July, her efforts, along with those of the Eye-Bank and
other partners, had helped grow the Donor Registry to 2.2 million
people.
Meredith Teska and Nancy Eluskie volunteer to sign people
up on the Donor Registry at the Wyandotte Street Fair.
Volunteers helped add 2,549 new people to the Donor Registry
during the annual Buddy Day at Secretary of State branch offices.
Honoring those who gave
In an effort to honor the donors and their families who gave the
gifts of sight, life and mobility, the Michigan Eye-Bank worked
with Gift of Life Michigan to host two Donor Family Ceremonies,
one in Grand Rapids, for families on the western side of the state,
and one in Novi, for those on the eastern side of the state.
“These ceremonies illustrate all that is good and kind in the world,”
says Lisa Langely, Executive Director of the Michigan Eye-Bank.
“They allow us the opportunity to meet our donor families, and to
remember with them their love ones’ final acts of generosity.”
The Greenville Lions Club is one of many Clubs across the state
who support the Eye-Bank’s mission of sight restoration.
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 25
Statistics & Financials
Statement of Public Support and Revenue,
Expenses and Changes in Net Assets
July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011
MICHIGAN Eye-Bank Expenses
Administration
9.3%
Fundraising 15.0%
Current
Operating Fund
Support from Lions/Lioness and Leo Clubs
Special Events
Support from Other Public Sources
Total Public Support
—
235,078
$357,555
MICHIGAN Eye-Bank REVENUE
Funding Allocation from
Tissue Processing Fees
452,925
Other Income
—
Intercompany Charges
—
Total Revenue
Total Public Support and Revenue
Support from Other
Public Sources 29%
Support from Lions/Lioness
and Leo Clubs 15%
$452,925
$810,480
Program Services:
Community Engagement and
Professional Education Program
Funding Allocation from
Tissue Processing Fees
56%
$481,324
Administrative Services
$59,050
Fundraising
Total Expenditures
Education
Programs 75.7%
$122,477
95,599
$635,973
Excess of Public Support and
Revenue Over/(Under) Expenses
174,507
Transfer of Assets from Midwest Eye-Banks
97,692
Beginning of Year Net Assets
—
End of Year Net Assets
$272,199
Clinical statistics:
Fiscal Year 2010/2011
Total Eyes/Corneas Received
3,621
Total Corneal Grafts
2,021
Michigan Eye-Bank Statement of
Functional Expenses and Revenues
Direct expenses are allocated between two major categories, which are
reported on a functional basis: program services (public and professional
education programs) and support services (administration and fundraising).
Indirect expenses are allocated among the various programs and support
services.
Education Programs: Includes the cost of developing and printing
educational materials such as brochures, donor cards, audio-visual
materials for hospital in-services, public speaking engagements and a
variety of other outreach programs, as well as salaries for the education
staff.
Administration: Includes the cost of rent, utilities, information services,
financial audits, personnel, accounting and the salaries of administrative
and clerical support staff.
Fundraising: Includes salaries of development office staff and the
expenses related to solicitation of contributions, as well as an appropriate
allocation of overhead.
The financial statistics and graphs are based on figures audited by Yeo & Yeo, P.C. for the Fiscal Year 2010-11, which ended on June 30, 2011.
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Support from Individuals and Organizations | Fiscal Year 2010-2011 | July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
Community Support
Supporter (up to $249)
A-1 Lawn Care
Maxine Abbott
Gary Abud, Jr. and Janice Abud
Elsie Addrisi
Ronnie Aga
Glenn Ahee
Busharat Ahmad, M.D. and Adeeba Ahmad
Robert Akin
Reino Alanen
James Albanito
Laurena Alflen
Sherman and Reva Alpert
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Amis
Manuela Anaya
John and Roberta Ancona
Bryon and Krista Anderson
Diana Marie Anderson
Joanne Anderson
Anthony Anglewicz
Alma Arent
Terence Ashforth and Family
Donald N. Ashley
Wilson Ashley
Associated Retinal Consultants
Frederick and Norma Ault
Gerald and Linda Babcock
Richard Baden
Margurite R. Baier
Retha Bancroft
Mary Ann Barch
Nazih Baroud
Dick, Katie and John Barron
Amy Barrows
Constance J. Bartley
Robert B. Barton
Philemonia Bartoszek
Erma Basacchi
Eugenia Basak
Roy and Opal Batson
Georganna R. Bauer
Bruce and Donna Baumler
Dennis M. Beagen
Lois Beal
Raymond Beaupre
Sidney Bedrosian
John Bellingham, Ph.D.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bennett
Steven Benz, M.D. and Connie Benz
Leo and Temmy Berg
Robert and Joan Bergman
Maxine Berryman
Mrs. Lois Bettesworth
Wanda Beverly
Margaret L. Bird
Zack Bischof and Family
Erma Bittinger
David R. Bloem
Winona Bloss
David and Dolores Blum
Anita Boeneman
Savien Bonam
Boone & Darr
Mr. and Mrs. Roger A. Bowen
George and Nancy Bowlick
Geneva Bowman
Ervin and Adelaide Bradford
Judith Bradford
Richard and Shirley Bradley
Elliot Bramson and Family
Wendy Braun
Lorraine Breazeale
William C. Bromley, M.D.
Jesse Brown
Donald and Mary Bucklew
Geneva Buckmaster
Charles Burda
Larry and Bev Burke
Jean Burrell
Wauneta Butler
Sim Byrd
Carolyn Byrne
Maureen L. Campbell
Josefina Campos
Ann Cannon
Capitol Bancorp Limited
Foundation
Bradley Carlson
Ali Casemore
Charmesha Casey
Karen A. Cassetta
Jean Cavellier
Richard Cavellier
Mark Charles and Layla Ananda
Mildred Cheolas
Donald Christie
Robert L. Chudzinski
Marvin A. Church
Tomasina Cingolani
Mildred J. Cipa
Betty Coates
Irina Coftas
George L. Cole, PDG
The Cole Family
Raymond Collar
Ed Collins
Jo Collins
David Colter
June Colter
Leila Colter
Combined Federal Campaign of Greater Kalamazoo
Russ and Shirley Combs
Howard and Jacqueline Conlon
The Constance Family
Patrick B. Cook, PDG
Georgia Cooper
Paul and Dorothy Cooper
Alfredo Cordero
Elwood and Wilma Correll
Mario J. Cortese
Richard and Jo Coskey
Jeffrey Cox and Adrienne Cox-
Logeman
Patricia Cox
Jeffrey Crause
Joann Crooks
Kunigunda Crum
Dominika Csurgo
Catherine Cudnohoski
Dennis and Margot Cunningham
Gene A. Cupp
James Dabrowski and Family
John E. Dahl
Arlene E. Daly
Makenzie Damm
Stanley Daniels, PDG
William and Virginia Dawson
Allen and Vivian De Jonge
Robert and Vivian De Koning
Irene Debussey
Albert Deitrich
Marlene and Stephen DeKoeyer
Wilma DeKuiper
Barbara J. Delatorre
Michael Deleeuw
Naomi L. Dent
Earline DePauw
Claudia Deschaine
Martha Deuel
Charles and Mary DeVries
Jacob and Marlies DeWitt
John DeWitt
Cyriel and Helen Dheygere
Tracey D’Hondt
Irma Doan
Ella B. Dobey
Janice Dobies
Donald Dodick
Donate Life Coalition of Michigan
Mary M. Donovan
Diane B. Drayson
Deborah A. Drous
Janet Duggan
Ralph E. Dunn
Eileen Dutts
Ernest and Helena Dyer
David Eberlein, PDG
Mr. and Mrs. J. Dean Eckersley
Carl D. Eckman
Terri Edick
Wilbert Ehmann
Mary E. Eldridge
Marion A. Elinski
Andrew J. Engardio
Joan M. Ericson
Karin Evans
Expert Property Management, Inc.
Facility Matrix Group, Inc
Edmond G. Farris
Alice M. Ferns
Marilyn Fett
Lannie Fisher
Linda J. Fitch
Eldred R. Fledderjohann
Dorothea W. Flom
Sylvia Foley
John and Kathy Follen
Geneva Foster
Anthony A. and Julie A. Foust
Paul and Beth Fredenburg
Charles Frederick, PDG and Glenda Frederick
Janet French
Arthur Freyling
Julia N. Fugate
Karl and Mary Fuhlbrigge
Gladys Fuller
Katharine J. Fuller
Hortense Fuoss
Armand Gago
August Gago
Dr. and Mrs. L.E. Gallagher
Norma J. Galpin
Fernando Garcia
Rohit Garikipati and Family
Betty Garnett
John Garrett, M.D.
Carl and Ellen Geider
Gayle Geider
Jeff and Katie Geiger
Marilyn J. Gensler
George Meyer Co., L.L.C.
David and Barbara Gerber
Ruth Gerish
Robert and Lorna Gibson
Rufus Gibson
Mari Helen Gingas
Owen and Judy Glei
Georgia W. Glynn
Rita Golditch
Kathrynn Gotts
Jean M. Greene
Dora W. Greer
Daniel and Brandy Gregart
Ralph C. Gregory
Harold and Ellen Grevenstuk
Norman E. Grigsby
Edward and Susan Grimaldi
Brett R. Grimes
David and Gayle Grimes
Charles and Irene Grimmett
Wilma Gross
Clifford and Annette Gryzen
Edith Guevara
Jack Gwisdala
Meeno Haan
Bill and Linda Halliday
Ladonna G. Halsey
Bill E. Hanel, PID
Mary A. Hardy
George G. Harper
Linda Harris
Ernest A. Harrison
Sydney and Avery Harrison
Harriet Hartman
Joseph Hass
Marcia Hasson
Muriel Hatton
Irmgard Hauck
Jan L. Hawkins
Deanna Hayden
Thomas and Estelle Hayes
Joseph and Kari Heady
Heart of West Michigan United Way
James Herter, D.D.S.
Warren and Carol Hetzel
Gerald and Janet Hicks
Lois M. Hicks
Tyler Hicks
Milton Higgs
Jeanette Hille
Anna Himelhoch
Jerry Hinton, PDG and Sue Hinton
Capri Pelshaw Hiovich
Mort Hirshman
Peter F. Hitchcock, Ph.D.
Clarence Hoekman
Evelyn M. Hoffman
Jonathan and Beverly Hoffman
Thomas and Doris Holewinski
Robert Holland
Home Again Consignments
Gregory Horak
Roberta C. Horton
Emily Hoss
John Hough
Helen Houston
Mr. and Mrs. Donald P. Howard
William P. Hrisca
Benjamin Hubbard
Harry Huff
Violet Huff
Bonnie Hunley
Jane Hustyi
Michael Iacobelli
Jean E. Ice
Ikon Office Solutions
Ipanema Solutions, LLC
Jo Ann H. Isom
Elizabeth Iverson
Nancy Jelinek
Steve Jenkins
Mary Jean Jennings
Donald and Marilyn Jepkema
Luke Jimenez and Family
Ed and Linda Jobse
Marion Johnesee
Thomas Johns
Betty L. Johnson
James A. Johnson
Otto W. Johnson
Sally Johnson
Thalia Johnson
Linda Jones
Lindsey Jones
Sheila B. Jones
Tadeusz Jozefiak
Michael and Charlotte Judy
Daniel and Rose Kachnowski
Leslie Kamil, J.D.
Joseph M. Kanamueller
Richard and Dorothy Kapenga
Dale Kapin
Nila Karambetsos
Bernard J. Karle
Teri L. Kasper
Patricia Keith
Cecilia Kendrick
Phyllis Kettlewell
Peggy Keveney
Paul and Mary Ellen Keyes
Marilyn Kiefer
Sharen Kik
Lloyd W. Kilbreath, PDG
Gloria King
Marcia King
Christine, Kevin and Kyle Kittleson
Fred Klampferer, Sr.
Kleinschmidt Insurance
Anthony Kniaz
Kevin Knickerbocker
Martin and Karen Kochis
Lucile Kooyers
Don Korten
Ron Korthaus
Steven Kosmas
Catherine J. Kraehnke
Kurt J. Kremlick, Jr.
Lucille Kress
John and Carolyn Krienke
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Support from Individuals and Organizations | Fiscal Year 2009-2010 | July 1, 2009–June 30, 2010
Paul Krupp
Merry M. Kruse
Verna Kuenzli
Alvin and Joyce Kurz
Alice Garon LaBonte
David and Sandra Laginess
Esther LaMothe, PCC and Roger LaMothe, PDG
Louis and Joy Landau
Bruce and Lisa Langley
Ann Lapak
Louis and Gail LaRiche
Evelyn Larson
LaDonna Latimer
Beverly Launiere
Cynthia Laurence
Robert E. Lawson
Marilyn D. Lawton and Family
Joseph and Jeanne Learman
Dan and Kirsten LeBlanc
Katherine R. Leffler
Rex A. Lentz
Violet Lentz
Ray and Kathy Lertola
Catherine A. Lewis
Eric W. Liebich
John and Alice Lillo
Gerald Loomus
Chad Losey
William Lupher, PDG and Maryalyce Lupher
Eleanor Lutze
Raymond Mabarak
Harry MacGillis and Family
Robert and Connie MacKinnon
Frank W. and Mary Ann Macsay
Jane G. Maddox
John Magdzinski
Cindy Maggetti
Joseph Makarewicz
Rosa Malone
Carolyn Manes
Martha Manley
Marian L. Manni
Mel and Sybil Markowitz
Gary L. Markowski
Darrold Mars
Robert S. Marty
Mary Lou Masley
Donald and Jean Massnick
Katherine C. Mattson
Harry W. Maxwell
Robert and Christine Maxwell
Henry Maykowski
Merle and Helen McCartney
Tom and Cindy McCormick
Al McEwen
Michael and Sue McGill
Amy M. McGrath
Phyllis McHugh
Robert A. McLean
George R. McMullen, Jr.
Caryl McMurtry
Betty M. McNett
John and Annabel McWilliams
Irene S. Mellos
Lisa Melnarik
Kenneth and Barbara Menear
Jane Meyer, PDLP
Michigan Eyecare Institute and Optical Plus
Elinore Mieczkowski
Chandler M. Miller
Maura Miller
William H. Mills
Michael and Dana Mintline
Donald Misener
Dennis and Barbara Moffat
Gene Monroe
Delores R. Mooney
Dennis and Pauline Moore
Robert Moore, PID and Elspeth Moore, PCC
Luis Moreno
Karen Morey
Barbara Morgan
Horace Morgan
Lois G. Morley
Norma Morr
Shannon, Carla and Delaney Morrin
Lois Morris
Dr. Malcolm Morrison, PDG
Eleanor Morrison
Jack Morrison
Mary Morrison
Donna J. Morrow
John Mueller and Amy Skimin
Paul Mueller
Dorothy J. Munger
John I. Munro
Norman Myers
Donna Myles
Alice M. Myron
Donald Neale, Sr. and Janet Neale
Genevieve W. Nederveld
Jennie Needleman, Ph.D.
Philip G. Niemann
Alex and Agnes Nemeth
Joanne Nemeth
Michael Nepi
Rusty Nettleton
Patricia Neuville-Mitzel
Roger Nicely
Charles Nicklas, CED and Jan Nicklas
Arild Nielsen
Myra Nikolai
Douglas and Jacqueline Noble
Desiree Norville
Carmen Nouhan
Janet Nowak
Evelyn Nyenhuis
Carol M. Oard
Jeanette O’Banion
Kenneth and Roberta Oettle
David Olejarz
Robert O’Neal, M.D.
Fran Osborne, IPDG and Edwin Osborne
Koji Oshima
Phillip Osman and M. Renee Ahee
Andrew Owens
Virginia H. Owings
Dylan Pacernick and Family
Rebecca Palen
Ronald and Diane Paprocki
Jeff and Lynn Parker
Constance Partello
Donald and Amanda Pata
Robert and Marjorie Patek
Bernice Pawlak
Irene Payter
Rodger and Maryann Pedigo
Linda Pelagio
John and Margaret Pelegrino
M. Hanif Peracha, M.D.
Barbara Perry
Stephanie Peterson
Pfizer Foundation Matching Gifts Program
John T. Phillips
Robert Phillips
Kathryn E. Pickard
Glenn and Mary Pietenpol
Richard Pietroski and Susan Stuart
Larry Pietrzyk
Kenneth Pirochta
Charles and Mary Jo Pivoney
Ann Marie Ploe
John Polson
Don and Dorothy Pon
Anna Merle Posther
Betty L. Powell
Dorothy Powers
Gurdial Singh Premi
Erwin and Arlette Price
Dorothy J. Pride
Rita Pridgen
Frances O. Pruitt
James and Karen Pruitt
Robert and Jan Pruitt
Francisco Puga
Zubair and Samina Raheem
Eunice Randle
Lisa Ransome-Weber
Lucille Rauch
James G. Ravin, M.D.
Clarence W. Reichenbach
Mary Ann Reid
Charles Remenar
John K. Rhoads
Robert Ribble
Zachary Ribble
The Employees of Ricardo, Inc.
Tom and Mona Richard
Rodney Richards
Sandra S. Richardson
Genevieve G. Rincon
Anthony Ritchie, Jr.
John and Suzanne Ritchie
Richard Rizzo, M.D.
Roger and Rose Robertson
Glenn and Martha Rock
Margaret A. Rockol
Lynn Roe
Arno and Mildred Rogner
Frank D. Roseman, III and Lynda Roseman
Michael Roth, M.D. and Rennie Roth
Badie Roumayah
Frederick B. Rozelle
Shirley R. Rozema
Catherine Ruby
Mr. and Mrs. Peter N. Ruma, Sr.
Pauline A. Rutkowski
Dwight Sachau
Thomas Sauve
John Sawyers
Lena Scarchilli
R. George and Janet Schack
Hans Schirmacher
Virginia Schollaart
Norman and Harriett Schramm
Bob Schultz
Freda Schultz
Victoria Scott
Paul Seibold
Marilyn G. Seidell
Les L. Selby, PDG and Elsie Selby
Doris Selden
Roberta Sexton, IPDG
Steve and Carol Shaffer
Laura Shelton
Howard and Catherine Shock
Phylis M. Shook
Richard and Charlotte Shoup
Maija Silins
George C. Silver
Alec Simon and Family
Paul Simons
Jill Simpson
Julie Skelley
William and Barbara Skimin
James Slevin
Amy Sloan
Grace Sly
Jack Smant
Constance E. Smart
Hartland Smith
Judy Smith
Barbara J. Sneath
Beverly A. Snow
Leonard Sokolowski
William and Patricia Sotak
Dr. and Mrs. Alan Spigelman
St. Joseph Mercy Health System
Patricia Stacy
Thomas S. Stacy
Francis Stanco
John T. Steeb
Daniel W. Steen, M.D. and Carmella Steen
Joshua D. Stein, M.D. and Cris Coren
Richard A. Stein
Lewis Stenberg
Robert and Marie Steward
Herbert Stier, Jr. and Kathyleen Stier
Earline A. Stone
Patricia J. Stone
Mr. and Mrs. Terry J. Straka
Stanley R. Strasius, M.D.
Adolph Sturm
Alan Sugar, M.D. and Gail Sugar
Suzanne R. Sutton
Suzanne Svoboda
Frank O. Swanson
Fatulla Tank
Patricia Tatti
Susan J. Taub, M.D. and Richard Roling
Jeannine Tayeh
Cynthia M. Taylor
Robert L. Taylor
Mark Tbuz
Ronald and Betty Teesdale
Mrs. Arthur S. Teot
Virginia Terrell
Frederick and Meredith Teska
Dave and Judy Thomas
Glenn Thomas
Maydine Thompson
David Thornell
Penelope A. Thornton
Three Cedars Farm Landscaping
Melanie Tibbets
Tidy Tom Cleaning Products
Irene Tiller
Roger and Barbara Timm
Bernard and Helen Timmerman
James Tobias
Crosby Tompkins
Eunice Tonkin
Eugene Tosolt
Henry J. Trzeciak
Mary Tuinsma
Susan Tukel
The Turco Family
Delores J. Turner
Maryann Underhill
Eleanor Vallie-Floetke
William Van Winkle, PDG
Leona Vanderberg
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Joan Vandervennen
Leonard and Jeananne Vanderwood
Marvin and Marlene Vantuyl
Clara Varga
Dianne Vargo
Matthew and Mary Beth Victor
Alice Visser
Ruth M. Visser
Janet I. Vondett
Calvin and Karen Voorheis
Margaret A. Vrabel
Henry and Melva Vroegindewey
Lila Wagner
Kim Waldo and Mary Nehra Waldo
Thomas and Ann Walker
Fred Wallace and Family
Sandra Wallace
Randall E. Wallach
Shirley Walmsley
Marlin and Bonnie Walter
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Walter
Beverly Ward
Edward C. Ward
Cathy Warren
Watson Real Estate
Dan Watt
Douglas E. Weaver
Alma Weber
The Weber Family
Marga J. Weiss
Mary Welch
Pat A. West
Marie Westfall
George C. Whitaker, M.D.
Raymond Whiteman, M.D.
Mary E. Whiting
Elenor G. Whitney
Orlan R. Wichman
Doris Wickham
Donald Wierda
John P. Wiese
Carol Wiessner
Edwin V. Wight
Terry and Patricia Wildfong
Dorothy L. Wilkerson
Marian L. Williams
Mary H. Williams
Kyle Wilson
Lois K. Wilson
Lorene Wilson
Nicole Wilson
Howard Winans
Lee Wolf
Verla Wolfgang
Norma K. Wolner
Elizabeth A. Wonus
Ford L. Wright
Jo Wright
Robert and Arabella Wujek
Susan Young
Ernest Zachary
Zachary and Associates, Inc.
David Zacks, M.D.
Lauren Zahn
Gord Zandee
Joseph and Phyllis Zeedyk
Patron ($250 to $499)
Ali and Jessica Alamdari
George W. Boyes, Jr. and Margaret Boyes
Paul and Cindy Charette
Clear Lake Elementary School
Combined Federal Campaign of Kent/Ottawa/Barry County
Russell Coon
Elkton Village
Escapees Great Lakes Chapter 6
William Farrand, III and Marge
Farrand
Robert J. Haga and Maureen A. Tuffy-Haga
Milton and Ann Hoefle
Orville Hoksch, Jr. and Evelyn Hoksch
Husak LLC
John C. Johnson, J.D. and Nancy Johnson
Florence M. Johnston
Kapnick & Company, Inc.
Lenola Martin
Dennis R. Muirhead
Madison and Malia Nichols and Family
Patrick Pruitt
Rightaway Delivery
Kevin and Suzanne Ross
Kathryn Sigman
State Farm Insurance Companies
James and Nancy Taylor
TLC Eyecare & Laser Centers
Yeo and Yeo
Partner ($500 to $999)
Detroit MOTTEP Foundation
John Dickelman
Warren and Audrey Frank
Kathryn Gray
Interactive Business Systems, Inc.
Stephen G. Landau
Marilyn and Marty Lindenauer
Donna Luebker
Michigan Donor Family Council
Miller’s Lawn & Landscaping
David and Lynn Pruitt
Collin Ross and Jennifer Rydman
Herk and Diane Stubbs
Robert Sturgis, PDG and Sharon Sturgis
Thayer-Innes Insurance Agency
Steward ($1,000 to $4,999)
Estate of Raymond W. Barnes
Doc and Patti Barr
Combined Federal Campaign of Southeastern Michigan Area
Nancy Fassbender
Gift of Life Michigan
The Tim Horner Memorial Fund
Paul R. Lichter, M.D. and Carolyn Lichter
Lane Moore
Thomas and Barbara Paup
Cassandra, Elizabeth and Jack Perry
Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Randall
Bert and Dottie Rivette
Russell Video Services
Zillah Hortence Taylor
Andrew J. Watson, Ph.D. and
Valarie Watson
A. Charles and Frances Weir
Luminary ($5,000 to
$9,999)
John P. Barletta, M.D. and Connie Barletta
Richard and Casey Chase
Estate of John W. Henderson, M.D.
Benefactor
($10,000 and above)
Anonymous
Gerald F. Gerlach Trust
Marvin and Leola Gerlach
Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation
Lions Support: A Shared Mission
Lions and the Michigan Eye-Bank share a mission – the elimination of preventable blindness. The Michigan EyeBank is grateful for the operating support it has received from Lions, Lioness and Leo Clubs throughout its service
areas during the past fiscal year.
Supporter (up to $249)
Adrian Breakfast Lions Club
Adrian Evening Lions Club
Albion Lions Club
Allegan Lions Club
Ann Arbor Evening Lions Club
Armada Lioness Club
Armada Lions Club
Ashley Lions Club
Athens-Union City Lions Club
Atlanta Lions Club
Au Gres Lioness Club
Au Gres Lions Club
Baldwin Lions Club
Bangor Lions Club
Barbeau Lions Club
Bark River Lions Club
Baroda Lions Club
Barryton Lions Club
Bath Township Lions Club
Battle Creek Cereal City Lions Club
Bear Lake Lions Club
Bedford Area Lions Club
Belding Lions Club
Bellaire Lioness Club
Bellevue Lions Club
Benton Harbor-Fairplain Lions Club
Bessemer Lions Club
Big Rapids Lions Club
Bloomingdale-Gobles
(Kal-Haven Trail) Lions Club
Brampton Township Days River Area Lions Club
Bridgman Lions Club
Brighton Lions Club
Brownstown Lions Club
Cadillac Lions Club
Calumet Lions Club
Caro Lions Club
Cassopolis Lions Club
Cedar Springs Lions Club
Cedar-Maple City Lions Club
Champion Lions Club
Charlotte Lions Club
Cheboygan Lioness Club
Chesterfield Bay Lions Club
Chocolay Township Lions Club
Clare Lions Club
Clarklake Lions Club
Clinton Lions Club
Coloma Lioness Club
Colon Lioness Club
Colon Lions Club
Columbia Township Jeptha Lake Lions Club
Comstock Park Lions Club
Concord Lions Club
Coopersville Lions Club
Covert Township Lions Club
Croswell Lions Club
Crystal Falls Lions Club
Crystal Lions Club
Dafter Lions Club
Daggett Lions Club
Davison Lions Club
Delton Lions Club
Detroit Hispanic Lions Club
DeWitt Lioness Club
Dexter Lions Club
District 11 B-1 Lions International
District 11 E-2 Lioness Clubs
Dorr Township Lions Club
Drummond Island Lions Club
Durand Lioness Club
East Flint Lions Club
East Jordan Lions Club
Eastpointe Lioness Club
Edmore Lions Club
Edwardsburg Lions Club
Elkton Lions Club
Ellsworth Lioness Club
Ellsworth Lions Club
Elsie Lions Club
Engadine-Naubinway Lions Club
Evart Lions Club
Fairgrove Lions Club
Fairview-Comins Lions Club
Fennville Lions Club
Flint Inner City Lions Club
Flushing Lions Club
Fort Gratiot Lions Club
Frankfort Lions Club
Fruitbelt Community Lions Club
Gaines Area Lions Club
Galesburg Lioness Club
Galien Lions Club
Gaylord Lions Club
Genesee Lioness Club
Glennie Lioness Club
Glennie Lions Club
Goodrich Lions Club
Grand Ledge Lioness Club
Grand Rapids Lions Club
Grandville-Jenison Lions Club
Grass Lake Lions Club
Grayling Lioness Club
Gwinn Lions Club
Hadley Lions Club
Hanover-Horton Area Lions Club
Harrison Lioness Club
Harrison Township Lions Club
Harsens Island Lions Club
Hartford Lions Club
Hastings Lions Club
Hemlock Lions Club
Hesperia Lioness Club
Hesperia Lions Club
Hillman Area Lions Club
Hillsdale Lions Club
Holly Lions Club
Holton-Twin Lakes Lions Club
Honor Lions Club
Hopkins Lions Club
Houghton Lake Lioness Club
Howard Community Lions Club
Huron Valley Sunrise Lions Club
Inter-Lakes Lions Club
Ionia 21st Century Lions Club
Iron Mountain-Kingsford Lions Club
Ishpeming Lions Club
Ishpeming Tri-Township Lions Club
Jackson Cascades Lions Club
Jackson Eye Openers Lions Club
Kalamazoo Downtown Lioness Club
Kalamazoo West Side Lions Club
Keweenaw Lions Club
Kinross Lions Club
Laingsburg Lions Club
Lake Linden-Hubbell Lions Club
Lake Orion Lioness Club
Lakeshore Lions Club
L’Anse Lions Club
Lansing Delta Lions Club
Lapeer Lions Club
Lawrence Lions Club
Lawton Lions Club
Les Cheneaux Lions Club
Lewiston Lioness Lions Club
Lewiston Lions Club
Lexington Lions Club
Lincoln Park Lions Club
Lyon Area Lions Club
Lyons-Muir Lions Club
Madison Heights Area Lions Club
Manistee Lions Club
Manistique Lakes Lions Club
Manistique Lions Club
Marlette Lions Club
Marne Lions Club
Marquette Lions Club
Marshall Lions Club
Martin Lioness Club
Mason Lions Club
Mattawan Lions Club
Mayville Lions Club
Merrill Lions Club
Mesick Lions Club
Michigan Center Lioness Club
Middleville Lions Club
Midland Lioness Club
Milford Huron Valley Lions Club
Millington Lions Club
Minden City Lions Club
Mio Lions Club
Montrose Lions Club
Mount Pleasant Lions Club
Munising Lions Club
Munith Lions Club
Napoleon Leos
Napoleon Lions Club
Nashville Lions Club
Negaunee Lions Club
New Baltimore Lions Club
New Buffalo Lions Club
New Haven Lioness Club
New Haven Lions Club
New Lothrop Lions Club
Newaygo Lions Club
North Adams Lions Club
North Jackson Lions Club
Northville Lions Club
Olivet Lions Club
Ortonville Lions Club
Oscoda Lioness Club
Otisville Lions Club
Otsego Lions Club
Ottawa Lions Club
Otter Lake Lions Club
Ovid Elsie Lioness Club
Oxford Lions Club
Parchment Lions Club
Parma-Spring Arbor Lions Club
Peck Lions Club
Pennfield Lions Club
Petersburg-Summerfield Lions Club
Petoskey Lions Club
Pickford Lions Club
Pinckney Lions Club
Pinconning Lions Club
Pontiac Lioness Club
Portage Lions Club
Quincy Lions Club
Range Lions Club
Rankin Lioness Club
Ravenna Lions Club
Remus Lions Club
Republic Lions Club
Richland-Gull Lake Lions Club
Richmond Lioness Club
Richmond Lions Club
Rock Lions Club
Rockwood Area Lions Club
Ruby Lions Club
Rudyard Lions Club
Saginaw West Lions Club
Saline Area Lions Club
Sault Ste. Marie Lions Club
Selfridge North Macomb Lions Club
Sister Lakes Lions Club
Six Lakes Lions Club
Skandia Lioness Club
Skandia Lions Club
South Haven Lions Club
St. Charles Lions Club
St. Clair Shores Lions Club
St. Ignace Lions Club
St. Johns Lioness Club
Standish Lions Club
Stanton Lions Club
Stanwood Lions Club
Stockbridge Lioness Club
Sturgis Lions Club
Sugar Island Lioness Club
Sugar Island Lions Club
Swartz Creek Lions Club
Taylor Lions Club
Tekonsha Lions Club
Thornapple Valley Lions Club
Three Rivers Lions Club
Traverse City Lions Club
Troy Lions Club
Ubly Lions Club
Vassar Lions Club
Vestaburg Lions Club
Vulcan-Norway-Loretto Lions Club
Wacousta Lions Club
Walker Lions Club
Warren Lions Club
Waterford Township Lions Club
Watervliet Lions Club
Wayne Lions Club
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Wells Lions Club
White Cloud Lions Club
Wixom-Walled Lake Lioness Club
Patron ($250 to $499)
Algonac Lions Club
Allendale Lions Club
Arcadia Lions Club
Bad Axe Lions Club
Beaverton Lions Club
Berville Lioness Club
Beverly Hills Lions Club
Blissfield Area Lions Club
Boyne Valley Lions Club
Carson City Lions Club
Casnovia-Kent City Lions Club
Centreville Lions Club
Chassell Lions Club
Chelsea Lions Club
Chesterfield Lions Club
Clarkston Area Lions Club
Clinton Valley Lions Club
Detroit Mid-City Lions Club
Detroit Northeast Lions Club
DeWitt Breakfast Lions Club
Dimondale Lions Club
Eaton Rapids Lions Club
Emmett Lions Club
Empire Lions Club
Freeland Lions Club
Grand Ledge Lions Club
Grayling Lions Club
Greenville Lions Club
Harrisville Lions Club
Hart Lions Club
Hudsonville Lions Club
Kalamazoo Downtown Lions Club
Kaleva Lions Club
Kingston Lions Club
Lakeview Lions Club
Lakewood Area Lions Club
Lennon Lions Club
Lincoln Lions Club
Linden Lions Club
Mackinac Island Lions Club
Macomb Township Lioness Club
Macomb Township Lions Club
Manchester Lions Club
Martin Lions Club
Marysville Lions Club
Metamora Lioness Club
Metamora Lions Club
Muskegon East Side Lions Club
Muskegon Host Lions Club
Northport Lions Club
Onekama Lions Club
Paw Paw Lioness Club
Pontiac Lions Club
Port Huron Host Lions Club
Port Sanilac Lions Club
Prescott Skidway Lake Lions Club
Rapid River Lions Club
Rogers City Lions Club
Roscommon Higgins Lake Lions Club
Royal Oak Lions Club
Saranac Lions Club
Schoolcraft Lions Club
Shields Lions Club
Snyderville Lions Club
St. Johns Lions Club
St. Joseph Township Lions Club
Stephenson Lions Club
Sterling Heights Lioness Club
Utica Lions Club
Vandercook Lake Lions Club
Vicksburg Lions Club
Washington Lions Club
Weidman Lions Club
Williamston Lions Club
Wyandotte Lions Club
Holt Lions Club
Hubbard Lake Lions Club
Jeddo Lions Club
Mackinaw City Lions Club
Muskegon Northside Lions Club
North Branch Lions Club
Rochester Hills Lions Club
Rose City Lions Club
Sebewaing Lions Club
Sparta Lions Club
St. Joseph Lions Club
Westland Lions Club
Wixom-Walled Lake Lions Club
Yale Lions Club
Zilwaukee Lions Club
Partner ($500 to $999)
Ann Arbor Host Lions Club
Battle Creek Host Lions Club
Bay City Lions Club
Bretton Woods Lions Club
Central Lake Lions Club
Charlevoix Lions Club
Clawson Lions Club
Dearborn Heights Lions Club
Detroit Medical Center Lions Club
District 11 C-2 Lions International
District 11 D-2 Lions International
East Lansing/Meridian Lions Club
Alpena Host Lions Club
Bellaire Lions Club
Birmingham Lions Club
Buchanan Lions Club
Canton Lions Club
Cass City Lions Club
Center Line Lions Club
Chesaning Lions Club
Dearborn Lions Club
District 10 Lions International
Frankenmuth Lions Club
Grand Haven Host Lions Club
Hale Lions Club
Harsens Island Lioness Club
Hazel Park Lions Club
Steward ($1,000 to
$4,999)
Elk Rapids Lions Club
Essexville-Hampton Lions Club
Fenton Lions Club
Fremont Lions Club
Garden City Lions Club
Grosse Pointe Lions Club
Harper Woods Lions Club
Imlay City Lions Club
Jackson Host Lions Club
Lake Ann Lions Club
Lathrup Village Lions Club
Michigan Center Lions Club
Midland Lions Club
Oscoda Lions Club
Paw Paw Lions Club
Plymouth Lions Club
Port Huron South Park Lions Club
Ray Township Lions Club
Rochester Lions Club
Rockford Lions Club
Shelby Township Lions Club
Sterling Heights Lions Club
Stockbridge Lions Club
Trenton Lions Club
Luminary ($5,000 to
$9,999)
Bedford Township Lions Club
Novi Lions Club
Contributor Profile
Richard and Casey Chase, Holt, Michigan
After undergoing two cornea transplants – one in 2006 and
the other in 2008 – Richard Chase knew what a remarkable
gift he had received. He considers his transplants “a miracle.”
tools and techniques that will
be incorporated into ongoing
training.
“That’s what got my attention,” Richard says. “I realized
someone made a donation, and I had a lot to be thankful for.”
The Chases were invited to sit
in on the week-long training
program, to see their contribution
Inspired to learn more about the organization that made his
in action. They were impressed
sight possible, Richard and his wife, Casey, decided to travel
by what they saw, and many of
from their home in Holt to visit the Michigan Eye-Bank’s Ann the CLC staff expressed their
Arbor facility in June, 2010 – something they now urge others appreciation for the program.
to do, too. They were moved by what they saw, and knew they
had to do something to give support in a useful way.
“It made me realize that the people
who are making these calls have to
Executive Director Lisa Langley and Midwest Eye-Banks
have great passion for what they
Senior Vice President Brad Tennant met with them to discuss do,” says Casey.
some options. Looking at what was presented to them, the
Chases wanted to know, “Which of these things would do the In addition to their financial support, Richard and Casey urge
most good?”
everyone they know, both family and friends, to sign up on
the Donor Registry. On a recent trip to visit their daughter
They finally settled on funding an innovative training program and her family in Illinois, they talked to her about the Eyefor the staff of the Communications and Logistics Center
Bank and donation, asking if she had a red heart on her
(CLC), which acts as the communications portal between
driver’s license. She didn’t at the time, but within 24 hours,
Midwest Eye-Banks’ member eye banks and important
Richard had received an email from her, saying, “Dad, you’ll
contacts, including donor families. The program provided
be happy to know that I am now a donor.”
much-needed training on how to work with grieving
families who must make important donation decisions,
Richard and Casey hope that their efforts to give something
and used actors to simulate real-life situations. It was an
back to the Eye-Bank will help to enhance the quality of
immediate success, and provided CLC representatives with
others’ lives – just as Richard himself was helped.
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Gifts
GiftsininKind
Kind
ABT Electronics
The Academy of Early Music
Akira
The Allerton Hotel
American Airlines
American Cycle and Fitness of Grosse Pointe
Anatasia Chatzka
Andreas and Jean Antoniou
Anthony Michael Interior Design, LTD
Arbor Springs Water Co., Inc.
Avanti Skin Care Center
Balani Custom Clothiers
Banner Wholesale
Barry Bagels
Basanti Group
Bespoke Cuisine
The Belden-Stratford
Best Western Westfield Inn
Biggby Coffee
Bob Campbell Photography
Bob Garner
Bobbie Goodrich Visual Arts
Breitling USA
Brixen Ivy Rooftop
Busch’s Fresh Food Market
Cafe Bionda
Camden Riversharks Baseball Club
Centier Bank
Central Michigan University Public Broadcasting
Chicago Bulls
Chicago Comedy TV Pilot Competition
Chicago Horse & Carriage, Ltd.
Chicago Mart Plaza Holiday Inn
Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Chicago’s Rewind 100.3
Christopher and Margaret Chaplin
Classic Portrait Source
Courtright’s Restaurant
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Daniel Bruce, LLC
David and Diane Hollingsworth
David Donnersberger, M.D., J.D.
The Denim Lounge
Dex New York Cosmetics, Inc.
Douglas C. Schembs and Reverend Lois Schembs
East Bank Club
Edward Fox Studio
Elda de la Rosa Couture
Eli’s Cheesecake Company
Elysian Hotel Chicago
Escada
Eugene Renkar, PDG and Jody Renkar
Fabbri Furs
Factor Model Management
Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
Franco S. La Marca
Frankie’s on the Park
Frog Holler Produce Co.
The Gage
George Koueiter & Sons Jewelers
Grey Goose Vodka
Hanna Facial Cosmetic Surgery
Hannah Handmade
Havana
The Henry Ford
Hilton Chicago
Holiday Market
Horseshoe Casino, LLC
Hudson Eye Physicians & Surgeons, LLC
Hunterdon Hills Playhouse
Illinois Sports Facilities Authority
Indian River Chamber of Commerce
Iwan Ries & Co.
Jill Schrage
John B. Reilly Photography
John G. Shedd Aquarium
John P. Barletta, M.D. and Connie Barletta
Joseph Michael’s Salon and Spa
Lakewood BlueClaws
Lauren K. Johnson
Le Colonial
Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Inc.
Libero Ferrero
LimoBank, Inc.
Liven It Up Events
Local Wine Company
Luca Luca
Lulu’s at The Belle Kay
Lynfred Winery
The Manor
Mark Roscoe Design
Marlowe
Marshall Weinberg and Eileen Howard-Weinberg
Mary Ann Rose
Mary Beth Carlin
Mexican Tourism Board
The Mid-America Club
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Motawi Tileworks
National Museum of Mexican Art
Neiman Marcus
New Jersey Jackals Professional Baseball Club
Northern Eye
Northlight Theatre
Orlando Espinoza
Oscar Isberian Rugs, Inc.
Palmer House Hilton
Panache Boutique
Patrick Maloney
Paul Rehder Salon
The Peninsula Chicago
Power Rogers and Smith, PC
Praetorian Management, LLC
Pratesi
Preferred Stock
Rhapsody
The Ritz-Carlton Chicago
RL Restaurant
Roger LaMothe, PDG and Esther LaMothe, PCC
Rosebud Restaurants, Inc.
Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine
Sabatino’s Restaurant
The Second City
ShowSpan Incorporated
Sixteen at Trump International Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Sofia
Somerset Patriots Baseball Club
The Spa on Oak
Spex
The Stafford London
Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre
Stephen M. Domovich, PDG and Ramona Domovich
Tiffani Kim Institute
Tiffany & Co.
Trianon Salon
Tufano’s Vernon Park Tap
Urban Oasis North Avenue, Inc.
USM Logistics
Van Cleef & Arpels
Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Washtenaw Dairy
Wayne Carr
Wines for Humanity
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY | Page 31
Contributions IN Memory
July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
In memory of a donor named Steve,
and in honor of his family that made
the gift possible
Phyllis Gilmore
In memory of Clare
Genevieve Meehan
In memory of loved ones
Judy and Peter Van Wageningen
In Memory of my cornea donor(s)
Krista K. Anderson
Anita Boeneman
Gene A. Cupp
Mark A. De Tolve
Meeno J. Haan
Yvonne Kilbourne
Charlotte E. Mally
Constance Partello
Paul P. Shubeck
Dolores J. Turner
Jadwiga Wieczorkowski
In memory of my donor(s) and in
honor of their families
Margaret C. Boyes
Eugene Brakel
Thalia F. Johnson
Julia Shoemaker
In memory of my organ and tissue
donor at the holidays
Anthony Diaz
In memory of my sister, Marla
Dan Stenchever, IPDG
In memory of those who have given to
restore my quality of life
Georganna R. Bauer
In memory of Raymond W. Barnes
The Barnes Family
In memory of Geraldine Connallon
Frances Severini
In memory of Francis Joseph Barry
Margaret Barry
In memory of Giovanna DeMarchi
Joanna Morrone
In memory of Rene Agass Baumgartner
Ashley Decker
Ethan and Peggi Erenberg
Dorothy Gans
John Isenberg
David and Linda Milberg
Steve and Lori O’Hara
Jonathan Rubenstein, M.D.
In memory of Nicholas Di Canio
Celeste Di Canio
In memory of Otho and Martha
Jean Bell
Otis J. and Ruthie L. Bell
In memory of Charles F. Bersch
Robert and Esther Vadnais
In memory of Marilyn Efrusy
Sherman and Reva Alpert
In memory of Frank Brodowski
Arno and Mildred Rogner
In memory of The Reverend James
Eldridge
Mary E. Eldridge
In memory of Jim Bryant
Vanessa Washington
In memory of Christopher Burke
Edward and Veronica Burke
In memory of Shawn M. Burnett
Patricia Faul-Burnett
In memory of Dwight Butcher
Marilyn D. Lawton
In memory of George J. Charvat
Helen Charvat
In memory of Doris A. Anderson
Roger LaMothe, PDG and Esther LaMothe, PCC
In memory of Lou Ellen Clark
Chicago Cornea Consultants
In memory of James L. Arnold
Judy Smith
In memory of Marcia Ann Roberts
Arnold
Judy Smith and Family
In memory of Rita M. Bach
Jean Berry
In memory of Janice L. Baden
Richard Baden
In memory of Robert Duley,
cornea donor
Cynthia Duley
In memory of May Brennan
Kathleen B. Mammoser
In memory of Peter Addrisi
Elsie Addrisi
In memory of the Apice Family
Angela Paul
In memory of William R. Dreska
Lorene Dreska
In memory of Cathy Bodensiek
Herbert Bodensiek
In memory of Frank Campos, Sr.
Josefina Campos
In memory of Nonie and Nonno
Antonucci
Mary Ann Reid
In memory of James Downey
Edward and Susan Grimaldi
In memory of Emma Dyke,
commemorating Mother’s Day
Sharen Kik
In memory of Solly Abels
Mel and Sybil Markowitz
In memory of Sophie Anglewicz
Anthony Anglewicz
In memory of Lois Dolnick
Chicago Cornea Consultants
In memory of Maria Pauline Clemente
Pamela A. Brogan
Herta Riegersperger
In memory of Virginia L. Collar
Raymond Collar
In memory of David Colter
Eugenia Basak
Leila Colter
Dennis and Margot Cunningham
Martha Deuel
Ernest and Helena Dyer
Daniel and Brandy Gregart
Douglas and Jacqueline Noble
Herbert Stier, Jr. and Kathyleen Stier
Glenn and Vera Thomas
Marvin and Marlene Vantuyl
Marlin and Bonnie Walter
In memory of Charlotte Conlon
Robert Conlon
In memory of Alfrieda Louise Soave
Everaert
John Everaert
In memory of Eric Fatla
Janis Licari
In memory of Walter E. Ferns
Alice M. Ferns
In memory of Gerald and Audrey
Gerlach
Marvin and Leola Gerlach
In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Sollie B.
Glasper
Rita Pridgen
In memory of Russell Godby
Carolyn Godby, PDG
In memory of William F. Grant, Jr.,
M.D.
Theresa A. Meagher
Thomas W. Surman, III and Suellen Surman
In memory of Henry E. Gray
Kathryn Gray
In memory of James H. Greene, Jr.
Jean M. Greene
In memory of Sudie M. Hague
Cynthia M. Taylor
In memory of Colleen Hall
Divinia Ong
In memory of Robert M. Halliday
Bill and Linda Halliday
In memory of Geraldine Hamilton
Lloyd W. Kilbreath, PDG
In memory of Virginia Hanel
Bill E. Hanel, PID
In memory of Charles “Frank” Harper
Judy Smith
In memory of Warren “Vic” Flaishans
Trenton Lions Club
In memory of Edwina A. Hartwell
Judith Bradford
Orville Hoksch, Jr. and Evelyn Hoksch
In memory of Louis Flecker
Ed and Marlene Sheldon
In memory of Jackie Heid
Carol Wiessner
In memory of Arthur Frank
Warren and Audrey Frank
In memory of John W. Henderson,
M.D., Ph.D.
Steven Benz, M.D. and Connie Benz
William C. Bromley, M.D.
George Cole, PDG
Jeffrey Cox and Adrienne Cox-Logeman
Carl and Ellen Geider
Gayle Geider
Kathryn Gray
Robert Haga and Maureen Ann Tuffy-
Haga
Jo Ann H. Isom
Christine J. Kittleson
Dr. Kevin Kittleson
Dr. Kyle Kittleson
Roger LaMothe, PDG and Esther LaMothe, PCC
Paul Lichter, M.D. and Carolyn Lichter
Marilyn and Marty Lindenauer
Donald and Jean Massnick
John and Annabel McWilliams
Elspeth Moore, PCC
Robert O’Neal, M.D.
Virginia H. Owings
Richard Pietroski and Susan Stuart
In memory of David L. Freedman,
M.D.
Teri L. Kasper
In memory of Arthur Gallagher
Marilyn and Marty Lindenauer
Thomas and Ann Walker
In memory of Margaret Garrigan
Joseph and Patricia Annicchiarico
John F. Connallon
Michael and Lauren Connallon
Charles and Noreen Dechon
James Dechon
Marie Dechon
Patricia Dechon
Zachary and Theresa Felknor and Family
Thomas J. Hayevy
Walter and Ellen Marie Kudlacik
Fred and Mary Lau
Chet and Laurie Lukaszewicz
Kathy Quirk
Mr. and Mrs. William Venezia
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Contributions IN Memory
July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
In memory of John W. Henderson,
M.D., Ph.D. continued...
James G. Ravin, M.D.
Kevin and Suzanne Ross
Michael Roth, M.D. and Rennie Roth
William Van Winkle, PDG
Thomas and Ann Walker
A. Charles and Frances Weir
George C. Whitaker, M.D.
Orest and Noelle Paclawskyi
William and Carol Schroeher
Springfield Lions Club
Ed and Maggie Sussick
Dirck and Betsy Van Dusen
Robert A. Vernon
The Mayor and Council of the Township of West Caldwell
Stephen and Dianne Woitkowski
In memory of Joyce H. Henderson
Carl and Ellen Geider
Gayle Geider
Christine J. Kittleson
Dr. Kevin Kittleson
Dr. Kyle Kittleson
Marilyn and Marty Lindenauer
In memory of Gary Jones
Carol Wiessner
In memory of Ronald Henrichs
Myrtle Henrichs
In memory of Winifred V. Klampferer
Fred Klampferer, Sr.
In memory of Jerry Herblet
Retha Bancroft
In memory of Margaret A. Kobiska
Bob Schultz
In memory of William Himebaugh
Scott R. Schmedel
In memory of Esther H. Kooyers
Lucile Kooyers
In memory of Ralph Hooey
Sally Hooey
In memory of Gregory LaBonte
Alice Garon LaBonte
In memory of Tim Horner
Scott and Kristen Harkonen and
the Horner Family
In memory of Norman J. LaBonte
Alice Garon LaBonte
In memory of Frank Illig
Beaverton Lions Club
Oscoda Lions Club
In memory of Karlton C. Imler
The Employees of Ricardo, Inc.
In memory of Ira Jackson
Arie L. Jackson
In memory of Lila E. Jackson
Jack and Renee Puckett and Family
In memory of Charlie Jeffers
Dave and Judy Thomas
In memory of George F. Johnson, Jr.
Thomas Bailey, Jr. and Phyllis Bailey
Lawrence and Patricia Beaber
Stephen and Jane Bogdan
Phyllis Bosco
Peter and Eva Davis
Stephen M. Domovich, PDG and Ramona S. Domovich
Lawrence P. Eldridge
Friends of the West Caldwell Public Library
Ruth and Stan Grossman
Jack and Kathy Hamilton
Frederick Herrmann, Ph.D. and Susan Herrmann
Irene C. Hohmann
Hopewell Valley Lions Club
Michael and Karen Kelly
Andy and Claudia Link
Patricia Meelheim
The Melroy Family
Robert Moore, PID and Elspeth Moore, PCC
James A. Murphy, Jr.
New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company
Michael and Sandra O’Neil
In memory of Frank H. Keyes
Paul and Mary Ellen Keyes
In memory of Anne and Anthony Kisla
Timothy Kisla, D.O. and Sally Kisla
In memory of Wayne W. Laurence
Cynthia Laurence
In memory of Wayne Earl Lawton
Marilyn D. Lawton and Family
In memory of Donald Lebuhn
Chicago Cornea Consultants
In memory of Rex A. Lentz
Violet Lentz
In memory of John Leonard
Robert and Connie MacKinnon
In memory of Robert A. Leonard
Mary Nehra Waldo
In memory of Francis LePage
Elkton Village
In memory of Marvin Lesht
Chicago Cornea Consultants
In memory of Richard and Carol Lillo
John and Alice Lillo
In memory of Leo Lobl
Chicago Cornea Consultants
In memory of Edwin G. Loesel
Arno and Mildred Rogner
In memory of Margaret G. Lomonico
John and Geri Caputo
Ladies Auxiliary of The Avenel Fire Co # 1
Eric and Carol Reff
In memory of Rachel Marie Long
Marion A. Elinski
In memory of Annette Luebker
Donna Luebker
In memory of Rachel Mann
Carol Wiessner
In memory of Kenneth Mattfield
Maureen Brown
George and Nancy Gates
James Hynes, PDG
Catherine Mattfield
West Milford Township Lions Club
In memory of Jacqueline B. McKeigue
Elizabeth Iverson
In memory of Grace Mills, mother
and donor
John and Kathy Follen
In Memory of Lena Mojzik
Richard and Susan Bakker
Patrick and Debbie Comerford
Edward and Rebecca Edinger
Stephen and June Kincius
Donald and Pat Moats
Adrienne Mojzik
Jeffrey and Kathleen Ossanna
John and Cindy Paitti
Jennifer Struzik
Christine and Joseph Struzik
Mary Tolin
In memory of Sandra L. Moore
Donald Misener
Marilyn G. Seidell
In memory of Jessie Ellen Morrison
Bruce and Donna Baumler
Larry and Bev Burke
Mary M. Donovan
Paul and Beth Fredenburg
Charles Frederick, PDG and Glenda Frederick
Glennie Lioness Club
Verna Kuenzli
Eleanor Lutze
Jane Meyer, PDLP
Malcolm Morrison, PDG
Mary Ellen Lovelace Morrison
Jack Morrison
Eleanor Morrison and Family
Oscoda Lioness Club
In memory of William D. Myers, M.D.
Michigan Eyecare Institute and Optical Plus
In memory of Gregory Myers
Robert and Christine Maxwell
In memory of Pamela Nelson
Mary Nehra Waldo
In memory of Margaret Nielsen
Arild Nielsen
In memory of Rebecca L. Niemann
Philip G. Niemann
In memory of Helen Ostrowski
Diane Beyer
In memory of Dr. Walter E. Pardo,
MDPA, commemorating service to
Lions International
Walter Pardo
In memory of Tim Parker
Lynn Parker
In memory of the Paul Family
Angela Paul
In memory of John P. Paup
Thomas and Barbara Paup
In memory of Charles A. Pendleton
The Constance Family
Joseph and Kari Heady
Ray and Kathy Lertola
The Weber Family
In memory of William Scott Peters
Janet Duggan
In memory of my son, Robert J.
Pickard, Jr., eye donor
Kathryn E. Pickard
In memory of Karen Plotkin
Ruth and Stan Grossman
In memory of David Pfau
Beverly C. Pfau
In memory of Terry Pfau
Beverly C. Pfau
In memory of Patricia A. Phillips
John T. Phillips
In memory of Robert J. Pickard
Kathryn E. Pickard
In memory of Gerald R. Pirochta
Kenneth Pirochta
In memory of Goble Powell
Betty L. Powell
In memory of the deceased members of
the Pribble and Fassbender Families
Nancy P. Fassbender
In memory of Gloria Pridgen
Rita Pridgen
In memory of John E. Randolph, M.D.
Joseph Offenbecher
Margaret Randolph
Doris I. Robertson
In memory of Matt Reed
Mari Helen Gingas
In memory of Barbara Ann Reidel
David Eberlein, PDG
In memory of Caleb Roch,
commemorating his life with us
and his heavenly Father
Terry and Sheila Walters
In memory of George Roe, Jr.
Barbara Perry
Dave and Judy Thomas
In memory of Arleen M. Root
Rockwood Area Lions Club
In memory of Beverly Ann Roumayah
Badie Roumayah
In memory of Leonard Saltz
Mel and Sybil Markowitz
In memory of Andrew J. Sandoval
Bert and Dottie Rivette
In memory of Ron Santo
Chicago Cornea Consultants
In memory of Jack E. Schlegel
Arden K. Schlegel
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Contributions in Memory
Continued…
July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
In memory of Myra and Percy Scott
Mary L. Welch
In memory of Louis F. Seibert, PDG
Les L. Selby, PDG and Elsie B. Selby
In memory of David Silberhorn
Wendy Carmien
In memory of Kathleen R. Simmons
Patrick and Debra Bromley
Jane Danley
Steven and Chris Groth
Edna Frisby and Deann Kuske
Margie E. Roloff
Roger Roloff and Barbara Petersen
Catherine M. Rybolt
Jeanette Satterfield
Roland and Betty Ann Schleusener
In memory of Gus and Betty Spelios
Andrew and Patricia Spelios
In memory of Frances Spina
The Partners of Bowman & Company LLP
Frank Cristaudo and Family
Fred and Ruth Cristaudo
Lucy Cristaudo
John C. Eastlack, Sr. and Elvena Catalano Eastlack
Howard and Jean Esposito
Tony and Marylou Furfari
Richard and Marilyn Goetz
Gaetano and Angelina Grasso
The Hartman Family
Brian and Martha Reid
Sam and Rose Sorbello
Alfred and Josephine Tomarchio
In memory of Ruth Steck
Arno and Mildred Rogner
In memory of Stephen H. Steiner
Susan J. Taub, M.D. and Richard Roling
In memory of Betty Stenberg
Lewis Stenberg
In memory of Susan Stoltzfus
Howard Tabachnick
In memory of Andrew M. Stubbs
Herk and Diane Stubbs
In memory of Harriet L. Swanson
Frank O. Swanson
In memory of Richard S. Szymoniak
Mary Nehra Waldo
In memory of John Tamburrino
Cassandra Tamburrino
In memory of Mary Ellen Larson
Virgadamo
Benjamin Yashinski, PDG and Diana Yashinski
In memory of Charles E. Wagner
Bert and Carole Moelk and Family
In memory of Barbara Waite
Suzanne R. Sutton
In memory of Jim Walling
Rodger and Maryann Pedigo
In memory of Rita Walsh, M.D.
Romeyn M. Oyer
In memory of Patricia Taradonia
Gayle Geider
In memory of my son, my heart,
Lenny Watson
Lydia Watson
In memory of Arthur S. Teot
Mrs. Arthur S. Teot
In memory of Bethany E. Wiese
John P. Wiese
In memory of Dewain J. Vallie, Sr.
Eleanor Vallie-Floetke
In memory of Henry Zrazik
Mildred Zrazik
Gift Occasions
July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
Commemorating 62nd anniversary
Salvator and Bess Greco
Commemorating a Christmas gift for
Riley Letterman
Uncle Dave, Aunt Annie
Sonja, Andrew and Larissa
Commemorating Dick Bradley’s
receipt of a cornea transplant
Dick and Shirley Bradley
Commemorating Employee Jeans Day
Donations
Dillman Eye Care
Commemorating Idelle P. Horan’s 90th
Birthday
Fred and Bobbie Weiner
Commemorating Mario Rizzitiello’s
birthday
Julie R. Rizzo
Commemorating my own operation
Ursula Neckien
Commemorating my restored vision
John Patrick
Commemorating my successful cornea
transplant(s)
Erma Bittinger
Juanita Bradley
Patricia Cox
Marcia A. Hasson
Michael Iacobelli
Doraine Jones
Rebecca Lipp
Carole Markanich
Patricia Mroczkowski
Cora M. Nawracaj
Louise Schneider
Patricia Schuurman
Marilyn Singer
Joyce Stock
Patricia J. Stone
Janet Vondett
Patricia Wildfong
Commemorating the marriage of
Lawrence Stark and Miriam Alschuler
Donna and Martin Korey
Commemorating my successful eye
operaton
Anthony E. Anglewicz
Frederick A. Metz
John Steeb
In appreciation for the cornea
transplant I received
Barbara Martinec
In appreciation of the generosity of the
two cornea donors!
Eugene A. Tosolt
In gratitude for Bill’s cornea
William and Paulette Kernan
In gratitude for the services received at
the W.K. Kellogg Eye Center
Linda Pelagio
In gratitude for cornea transplant and
to help others
Shirley Nahley
In honor of Anthony Diaz’s 9th
birthday!
Bruce and Kathleen Chamberlin
Michael and Susan Detloff
Andrea Diaz
Antonio Diaz
Juan and Amelia Diaz
Ryan and Meaghan Evans
Marjorie and James Filipello
Kevin and Diane Kuca
William and Pamela Ledvort
Art and Debbie Loza
Beatrice Ann Loza
Rafael and Rita Loza
Charles Marose and Kristine MaroseGrazziano
Eddie and Kelly Marquez
Patricia Vistine
Tobey A. Vistine
In honor of Mary Finkel’s 70th
Birthday
Jo and Richard Coskey
Anna Himelhoch
In honor of Bob Haga and Maureen
Tuffy-Haga, commemorating a
milestone birthday
Paul Pfingston
Charles and Mary Jo Pivoney
Diane Wachel
In honor of Drs. Debby and Steve
Portney’s 24th Wedding Anniversary
Gerald and Betsy Loomus
In honor of Michelle Sotak’s cornea
transplant
William and Patricia Sotak
In honor of my corneal transplant(s)
Laurena Alflen, OP
Retha Bancroft
Margaret L. Bird
Maureen L. Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Chaiklin
Arlone Ritter Dalluge
Benedetta B. Firetto
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Dora W. Greer
Evelyn F. Kruleski
Patricia J. Stone
In thanksgiving for my corneal
transplant
Manuela G. Anaya
Alma L. Arent
Philemonia Bartoszek
Raymond Beaupre
Juanita W. Bradley
Joann K. Crooks
Barbara J. Delatorre
Irma Doan
Eileen Dutts
Patricia Gunderson
William J. Kernan
Evelyn F. Kruleski
Bishop Timothy J. Lyne
Catherine McGuire
Eunice Randle
Emma Jean Rempe
Genevieve G. Rincon
Phylis Shook
Suzanne Svoboda
Maydine Thompson
Mary Tuinsma
Dolores J. Turner
Alice Visser
Shirley M. Walmsley
Mary H. Williams
Contributions in Honor
July 1, 2010–June 30, 2011
In honor of all cornea donors
Harry and Lois Anderson
Shirley Nahley
In honor of Harry Anderson,
commemorating his birthday
Nancy Anderson
In honor of all the people that work at
University of Illinois Chicago
Carlos H. Blanco
In honor of Bill Baker
Florence M. Johnston
In honor of and in gratitude of those
responsible for contributing a cornea
Marvin E. Ginsburg
In honor of and in gratitude to my two
donor families
Marga J. Weiss
In honor of my cornea donor(s)
Wilson Ashley
Jose C. Bernardo
Margaret Boyes
Henry Hoey
John Magdzinski
Giovanna Palladino
Gurdial Singh Premi
Eunice Randle
Paul P. Shubeck
In honor of my cornea donor and their
family
Kathleen and Richard Sojka
In honor of my friend Kelly Corcoran,
who chauffeured me
Harvey Russell
In honor of William B. Barr
Florence M. Johnston
In honor of Angie Bates, commemorating
her 19th Birthday
Kent and Irma Bates
In honor of Milda Block
Arno and Mildred Rogner
In honor of John S. Cioroch
Bedford Township Lions Club
In honor of Michael V. Connallon
Walter and Ellen Marie Kudlacik
Frances Severini
In honor of John Michael Craven
John and Patricia Craven
The Employees of the Borough of Wharton
Gabrielle Evangelista
Kevin B. Finnegan
Susan Megletti
Morris County Registrars Association
In honor of Daniel DeBartolo, M.D.
Eliot Landau
In honor of my tissue donor
Terrence Winckler
In honor of Anthony Diaz,
commemorating Christmas
Tobey Vistine
In honor of the families that donated the
corneas of their loved ones for our son
Tom and Cindy McCormick
In honor of David Donnersberger,
M.D., J.D.
Norb L. Gold and Mary Lou Bilder-Gold
In honor of the people who helped me
Helen Houston
In honor of Randy J. Epstein, M.D.
Miles and Helene Beermann
Jose C. Bernardo
The Gutman Family Foundation Trust
Michael and Leslie Hyman
Ron and Julie Levitt
Midwest Glaucoma Center
Philip and Marianne Nielsen
Millie Ponfil
Paige and Karl Reichardt
Roger and Elaine Russell
Steve Sicher, M.D. and Nancy Sicher
Lawrence J. Smith
In honor of the unknown donor for
Warren’s corneal transplant in 2009
Warren and Carol Hetzel
In honor of those who have restored sight
by the gift of the eye bank
Henry Maykowski
In honor of those whose selfless donation
enable me to see
Kedric and Maura Chamberlin
In honor of volunteerism for Lions and the
Illinois Eye-Bank
Carolyn Godby, PDG
In honor of Eleanor Allen
John Allen, PDG
In honor of John Ancona
Roberta Ancona
In honor of Robert S. Feder, M.D.
Ronald R. Rezny
In honor of Luis Gago, M.D.
Rohit Garikipati and Family
K-1 Winter Futsal Soccer Team
Harry MacGillis and Family
Fred Wallace and Family
In honor of Ruth Grossman
Vivian Goldsmith
In honor of Stanley Grossman
Lary P. Wasserman
In honor of Thomas John, M.D.
Eliot Landau
In honor of John C. Johnson and Nancy
Johnson
George Cole, PDG
In honor of Cassandra, Elizabeth
and Jack Perry
Cindy Maggetti
Charles and Mary Jo Pivoney
In honor of Gene Polgar, PID, CEBT
Marion S. Goldberg, PDG
A. Theodore Reiver, PDG
In honor of David, Lynn and Patrick Pruitt
Frances O. Pruitt
In honor of Franco S. La Marca
The Gutman Family Foundation Trust
D. Carroll Joynes
In honor of David and Lynn Pruitt
James and Karen Pruitt
Robert and Jan Pruitt
In honor of Kevin T. Lavery, M.D.
Richard and Shirley Bradley
Bernard J. Karle
In honor of Jonathan Rubenstein, M.D.
Mary Ellen Neuman
In honor of Joseph Levandoski
Remus Lions Club
In honor of Lioness Maryalyce Lupher
William Lupher
In honor of Parag A. Majmudar, M.D.
Brian Karlow
In honor of Mike McGill, commemorating
his new corneas
Sue McGill
In honor of Shahzad I. Mian, M.D.
Norma Morr
In honor of Pauline Moore and in memory
of her donors
Pauline and Dennis Moore
In honor of Christine Scarano
Lynn and Beverly Bova Scarano
In honor of Doug and Lois Schembs
Peter and Judith Van Wageningen
In honor of Maura Schonwald, and her
corneal transplant
Kathy Carroll
In honor of Martin and Lois Simon
David and Lynn Pruitt
In honor of Brian D. Smith, M.D.
Bela and Ilona Szeifert
In honor of Alan V. Spigelman, M.D.
Dick, Katie and John Barron
In honor of Delaney Morrin
Sidney Bedrosian
Savien Bonam
The Cole Family
Ralph C. Gregory
Ed and Linda Jobse
Lindsey Jones
Darrold Mars
Michael and Dana Mintline
Tom and Mona Richard
Beverly Ward
In honor of Bob Stewart
Marie Stewart
In honor of Alan Sugar, M.D.
Louis and Joy Landau
In honor of Delaney’s cornea donors
Shannon and Carla Morrin
In honor of Madison and Malia Nichols
Donald Neale, Sr. and Janet Neale
In honor of Jashvantray Pandya
Swati Pandya
In honor of Cassandra Perry
John and Margaret Pelegrino
In honor of Travis L. Sale
Marlene and Stephen DeKoeyer
Charles and Mary DeVries
Lucille Rauch
In honor of Joel Sugar, M.D.
Carlos H. Blanco
Yuly and Ida Raff
Steven Schneider
Leonard Solomon
In honor of Penelope A. Thornton
A. Charles Weir, PID, PDG
In honor of Elmer Y. Tu, M.D.
Mr. and Mrs. Hoover C. Kizart
In honor of David Verdier, M.D.
Phyllis McHugh
Thomas J. Sauve
In honor of Patricia Wildfong
John and Suzanne Ritchie
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