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PLEASE JOIN DISABLED CRIME VICTIMS ASSISTANCE, INC. FOR A SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY DINNER AND FUNDRAISER BENEFITTING DCVA FEATURING Ethan Bortnick TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2013 CITY CLUB OF FORT WORTH 301 COMMERCE STREET FORT WORTH, TX 76102 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. - GENERAL REGISTRATION AND SILENT AUCTION 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. - VIP RECEPTION WITH ETHAN BORTNICK 7:00 - 9:30 P.M. - DINNER AND CONCERT WITH ETHAN BORTNICK REPLY CARD ENCLOSED DRESS: BUSINESS ATTIRE COMPLIMENTARY PARKING AVAILABLE Ethan Bortnick RECORDING ARTIST, SINGER-SONGWRITER, MUSICIAN AND ACTOR CREATING MUSIC AND TOURING THE WORLD TO INSPIRE Twelve-year-old Ethan Bortnick has moved audiences nationally and internationally as a pianist, composer, singer, entertainer, and a driven humanitarian, dedicated to combining his musical pursuits with his charity work. At three years of age, the Hollywood, Florida native discovered an uncanny ability to hear a song once and play it back note for note. Since then, Ethan has toured the world, connecting with diverse audiences in countries such as South Africa, Brazil, and Australia. His deep musical knowledge, broad tastes, and staggering talents make his performances a treat for the whole family. Onstage, Ethan performs relaxing jazz, dazzling classical music, raise-the- roof rock n roll, and his own memorable originals. Ethan completed shooting a full-length feature film called Anything Is Possible which will be released in late 2013. He co-wrote all of the songs in the film and scored all the background music. For Ethan, the most fulfilling aspect of success is bringing people joy. He says, “As long as the audience is enjoying the music, having fun, smiling, and dancing, I’m happy and I love it!” Ethan has been featured on many national television shows, including multiple appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Good Morning America and Oprah, where he was named one of Oprah’s All Time Smartest, Most Talented Kids. At charity events he’s shared the stage with such legends as Elton John, Josh Groban, Andrea Bocelli, Beyonc, Reba McEntire, among many others. He joined some of musics biggest names including Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Black Eyed Peas, Justin Bieber, and Tony Bennett as the youngest of the all-star lineup that recorded We Are The World 25 For Haiti. EthanBortnick.com DISABLED CRIME Please make your selection and return by Monday, November 4, 2013 VICTIMS ASSISTANCE, INC. 2013 ANNIVERSARY DINNER AND FUNDRAISER PRESENTING SPONSOR - $15,000 Naming rights for the event; company logo co- FEATURING branded with DCVA on all event marketing; event speaking opportunity; link to company website on Ethan Bortnick DCVA website; 5 Reserved VIP tables; 50 passes to VIP reception; opportunity to display and distribute marketing materials at event Name GOLD SPONSOR - $10,000 Name recognition on all event marketing; link to Company company website on DCVA website; 3 Reserved Address VIP tables; 30 passes to VIP reception SILVER SPONSOR - $5,000 City State Zip Name recognition at event and in program; Phone Fax 2 Reserved VIP tables; 20 passes to VIP reception BRONZE SPONSOR - $2,500 E-mail Address Name recognition at event and in program; 1 Reserved VIP table; 10 passes to VIP reception FRIEND OF DCVA - $1,000 My check of $_______ payable to: Name recognition at event and in program; Disabled Crime Victims Assistance, Inc. 1 Reserved VIP table; 5 passes to VIP reception I/We cannot attend, but wish to make a tax-deductible INDIVIDUAL TICKET & VIP RECEPTION - $175 _____QTY. contribution of $_______ INDIVIDUAL TICKET - $100 Please reserve ______ vegetarian meals for my party. _____QTY. Disabled Crime Victims Assistance, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible. Host/Hostess ____________________________ Disabled Crime Victims Assistance, Inc. Guest Names (if available) Our History DCVA was founded by Wanda, Elizabeth, and John Page in 1999. Elizabeth was a victim of a crime in 1988 and was paralyzed from the chest down as a result. As they began the long journey of recovery, they realized that they were not the only family that faced a tragedy of this magnitude thus Disabled Crime Victims Assistance, Inc. was formed. Our Mission Disabled Crime Victims Assistance, Inc. is committed to assisting disabled crime victims and their families, as well as promoting awareness of their specialized needs to those who serve victims and the community. Dear Friends, Family, and Supporters of DCVA, It’s hard to imagine that it has been 25 years since I was shot and paralyzed. My life changed so much that day, just 10 days after graduating from college and working as a Social Worker to fighting for my life. It continues to be a long journey for me and my family with challenges that I still face daily. My family has had to deal with so much heartache due to me being a crime victim. But I never dreamt of where God would lead me and my family. I want to share with you a couple things. First, within seconds after being shot, God gave me the Peace that I would be okay despite the severity of my injuries. Second, when I was told that I was paralyzed, I told my mom, “God has a plan, and I am ready”. When you know that God has saved you and He gives you the strength to face such an adversity, you know there is something you need to give back which brings me to Disabled Crime Victims Assistance, Inc. I cannot take credit for the idea to start DCVA. God gave Mom the idea to start DCVA, but I feel honored that God has given us this Mission to reach out to disabled crime victims and their families. Thank you for honoring DCVA on this 25th year anniversary of my survival..