Annual Report a Message to the Community from the Chairman of the Board and CEO 2010 Dear Friends and Supporters, Board of Directors
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2010 ANNUAL REPORT A Message to the Community from the Chairman of the Board and CEO 2010 Dear Friends and Supporters, Board of Directors With a rich history of 56 years of service to individuals with developmental disabili- Officers ties, New Horizons remains steadfast in our commitment to provide the highest qual- Stanley Bryant, Chairman ity programs within a rich continuum of services. The 850 clients served this year truly Gene Siciliano, Chairman-Elect benefited from that commitment and we have a wonderful vision for the future. Dean Daily, Vice-Chairman Larry Stern, Treasurer We envision New Horizons continuing to grow and expand to meet the needs of a Roc Caldarone, Secretary growing population of people with developmental disabilities. Cynthia Kawa, CEO (Staff ) Directors We recognize the call for increased services for three distinct populations: Fred Aboody 1.) Individuals with severe challenges; 2.) An aging population; and 3.) Individuals Spero Bowman John D. Bunzel with higher functioning autism. In order to provide exemplary service to these Lawrence H. Diamond populations and continue with the critical programs we currently manage, we will need Mitchell Englander increased support and involvement from our community. Joyce Feucht-Haviar Muriel Goldojarb Marguerite Gossett New Horizons is actively working to position ourselves to be less reliant on govern- Lisa Hughes ment funding. Currently, 75% of our revenue comes from government sources, and as Burt Margulis a result of many years of frozen and decreased reimbursement rates, we must explore Kevin Mentzel Nina Perry new opportunities for funding, while maintaining our present funding relationships. James Porter It is critical that our legislative officials be kept aware of the importance of New Sondi Scheck Pat Schultz-Mascolo Horizons’ services as a lifeline to our clients and their families so that government sup- Ernie Smith port will continue. In our partnership with you, we ask for you to advocate on behalf of Susan Stearns our clients the significance of supporting New Horizons’ programs to your legislators, Stuart Steinberg Gary Washburn local business leaders, foundations, family and friends. With your continued help, we Sue Weitkamp can expand our resources. Honorary Directors Paula Boland Please join us in creating a brighter future for our clients. With your partnership, we Peggy Carr can continue to help our clients expand their capabilities and fulfill their dreams. Julie Kavner John Lithgow Joseph Mascolo Sincerely, Julie Newmar Charlotte Rae William Schallert Michael Tilson Thomas Stanley Bryant Cynthia Kawa, M.S., M.F.C.C. Chairman, Board of Directors Chief Executive Officer The San Fernando Valley Association for the Retarded, Inc. d.b.a. New Horizons, is a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. Tax Id # 95-1862084 Mission Statement Vision Statement New Horizons empowers adults with We envision a brighter world in which developmental disabilities to fulfill their individuals with developmental disabilities dreams. Through partnerships, community are valued for their strengths and challenges, N e w H o r i z o n s The Dr. John Lewis Goff, Jr. Campus education and advocacy, we create a their courage and their joy; where each person 15725 Parthenia Street North Hills, CA 91343-4999 brighter future in which our clients are is afforded compassion and dignity, rights {P} (818) 894-9301 accepted by, participate in, and add value and opportunities as equal members of {F} (818) 894-7801 to the community. the community. www.newhorizons-sfv.org Achievement Center E-Philanthropy Toastmasters The newly named and expanding New Horizons is increasingly utilizing The first chartered Toastmasters Club Achievement Center (formerly the internet technology to draw addition- in the USA designed for people with Day Training Activity Center), which is al support and launched marketing special needs debuted at New Hori- dedicated to individuals with physical campaigns through their re-designed zons in April. Before long, 20 confi- and developmental challenges, has web site, E-newsletters, E-communi- dent clients had begun to gain impor- experienced tremendous growth this cations, Facebook and Twitter. The ef- tant public speaking skills and became past year. They have seen dramatic forts attracted both new donors and stronger self-advocates. In June, they changes in their social skills, their in- longtime donors. Nearly $50,000 was stood behind the podium in Sam’s Café dependence, and their elevated con- raised through internet marketing. and gave speeches to an audience of fidence. These acquired skills are the family, friends, staff, the Board of focal point of the Achievement Cen- Directors and Toastmasters officials. ter’s curriculum. A few spoke at the Golf Classic and several community events. The Toast- masters program continues to thrive New Horizons’ Accomplishments in popularity. The club meets every and Highlights Tuesday afternoon in Sam’s Café. Community Awards and Recognition Residential Programs The community living program at Long considered one of the best social service agencies in the country for its New Horizons offered many new con- comprehensive approach to helping clients lead independent lifestyles, New veniences this year. The Group Homes Horizons was thrilled by recognition from community organizations and the enjoyed in-home dental exams. Two resulting new supporters. The San Fernando Valley Business Journal honored donated vehicles were used for medi- New Horizons CEO Cynthia Kawa with the Not For Profit Leadership Award at cal appointments and outings. Inde- its Women in Business event in July. In addition, she received the Jynny Retz- pendent Living Services helped 20 inger Community Service Award at the North Los Angeles County Regional clients and Supported Living Services Center Legislative Breakfast in April for her 35 years of advocacy and service. helped 34 clients. Clients made trips to The Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber of Commerce recognized New Hori- Disneyland, Las Vegas and community zons as a Captain of Industry at its annual installation event. New Horizons was films at CSUN. Several cruised to the also recognized as Best Large Non-Profit Organization by the San Fernando Caribbean, the Bahamas and Hawaii. Valley Business Journal. Advocacy Supported Employment New Horizons greatly improved upon New Horizons celebrated the achievements of clients working in the community its outreach efforts to the City of Los and the 20th anniversary of Supported Employment at an annual banquet in Angeles, Los Angeles County, State of November. Jennifer C., the first client to transfer from the Workshop to Sup- California and federal legislators. The ported Employment with Sears for 20 years, was presented with the Award of clients visited local offices of the leg- Distinction. The Air National Guard, California Department of Food and Agri- islators and presented them with de- culture and State Building, Van Nuys became new Supported Employment part- licious Sam’s Café cookies and news- ners. More than 160 clients excelled at the jobs they held at over 100 businesses, letters describing the successes of worked more than 145,000 hours, earned more than $1.4 million, were paid $8 New Horizons’ programs. In addition, to $19 per hour. the legislators were invited to visit the campus to gain a better under- The Job Club training program graduated 52 clients and expanded to Mission standing about what makes the pro- and Pierce Community Colleges. Pathways began transitioning clients from our grams highly effective. New Horizons Workshop and Sam’s Café to community employment. receives the majority of its funds from the State of California. Workshop Grants The extraordinary clients who work in Funds received from corporate, pri- the Workshop – one of the largest in vate and government sources helped California – produced goods and ser- support operating expenses and spe- vices with a retail value totaling nearly cific projects and purchases. New Ho- $3 million and met their fulfillment rizons was pleased to receive support goals 92 percent of the time. New Ho- from the City of Los Angeles Com- rizons received this much-needed rev- munity Building and Development enue from a roster that included DAP Grant: $263,000 for the renovation Industries, Three Lollies, and Pharma- of the Achievement Center; Los An- vite. The Commission on Accreditation geles County Supervisor Zev Yaro- of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), slavsky granted $25,000 for the future commended the Workshop as one building campaign; and the Weingart of the best in the country. Productiv- Foundation granted $150,000 for core ity nearly doubled over the last seven operating funds. years because of improved work flow and the availability of more jobs skills training. Champions for Gala Third Annual Walk Independence More than 300 friends of New Hori- The Third annual Walk on the Horizon New Horizons was able to lessen the zons attended the Mardi-Gras-themed was a tremendous success. Held at impact of the recession and escalating 2010 Gala Celebration. Chaired by California State University Northridge, costs while assuring a brighter future Sharon Bryant, the Gala raised over it attracted 600 participants and for clients through Champions for In- $170,000 and honored long-time raised $45,000, compared to 200 dependence, our annual major gifts Workshop supporter, Pharmavite, as participants raising $8,000 the pre- campaign. The response of this ef- well as Vons – one of our most faith- vious year. The success of the Walk fort, chaired by board member Stuart ful Supported Employment partners. was aided by the efforts of corporate Steinberg, was astounding. More than Both companies received the Partner partners: Wells Fargo and Providence $160,000 was raised, enabling our for Independence Award. The recipi- Health Care System. A fun-filled atmo- clients to learn, work and live inde- ent of the Fredrick J. Weitkamp Ser- sphere was amplified by lively music, pendently. The 44 donors who made vice Award was former New Horizons a Lucy (Lucille Ball) look-a-like, great pledges to the campaign were hon- Board of Directors President, Richard food and many give-a-ways.