NEWS, EVENTS AND INFORMATION ABOUT FLORENCE CRITTENTON SUMMER 2008 Crittenton Academy 7th Annual Teaming Up Web Update: Now Enrolling! TEAMING For Kids Luncheon Check out our brand new website! Morning and afternoon UP FOR Save the Date – March 5, 2009 www.florencecrittentonofaz.org sessions available. Thank You to this year’s supporters. See page 3 for school news. KIDS See page 5. Flo’s on 7th Celebrates a Birthday! lo’s on 7th, Florence Crittenton’s hip, upscale Summer is a critical time for donations, so please resale store, celebrated a birthday recently. The donate your gently-loved items. Ffirst annual Flo’s Birthday Bash was held Our Wish List includes: furniture, clothing, shoes, April 21-26 to celebrate one year at the new location. handbags, jewelry, crystal, linens, dinnerware and flat - The week long event included three live segments on ware, decorative items, housewares and books. If you KTVK 3TV, including Laurel D’Antoni highlighting are interested in information regarding a donation “treasures” from Flo’s, a fashion show featuring the drive at your place of business, please call Sarah Henkel Diamondbacks Wives, a beautiful birthday cake and at 602-288-4583. Remember, 100% of the store’s cupcakes created by the Biltmore’s Master Pastry proceeds go to support our life-changing programs Chef, Thomas Huebner, and a segment the day of the for Arizona’s at-risk girls. event starring our very own Carrie Walker-Ostroski. For more information visit www.floson7th.com . Kathy Munson (left) and Rona Kasen join in the celebration. Live radio coverage was provided throughout the week courtesy of KLNZ-FM, KJMZ-FM, Address: 4116 N. 7th Avenue and KVIB-FM. Additional radio support was (just north of Indian School) generously donated by KEDJ-FM, KKFR-FM, Store Hours: Monday - Saturday, KMVA-FM and KTAR.com. In addition to 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. our media supporters, we would also like to Donation Drop Off Hours: thank Blanca Esparza-Pap, Kathy Munson, Monday - Friday from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Trisha Anthony and Ina Manaster for their Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. help and support. “Flo” welcomes Dawn Donovan and Phone: 602-254-7861 Mike Olsen to the Birthday Bash! 1 FROM THE EXECUTIVE PHOENIX SUNS AND APS director RENOVATE NEW SPORTS COURT

June is graduation month and over thirty of our Crittenton Academy students successfully completed the requirements of graduation. We are very proud of these young people as they take this significant step towards their future success. With each graduating class, we maintain our principle that each student, regardless of the challenges they are facing, can succeed in school given the right setting and the right approach. pring is always an exciting time at Florence Don’t miss the “Success Story” on page 7 highlight - he newly renovated Laura and Michael Wagner Crittenton, and this year was no exception. ing two of our residential girls who have graduated. sports court was opened for play with style on May SIn March, we celebrated the sixth annual I offer this quote to all our graduates, “I hope your 9th. We were joined by Steve Nash and the Phoenix Teaming Up for Kids Luncheon T , along with dreams take you to the corners of your Suns Gorilla as well as Suns President/COO, RickWelts and nearly 900 caring members of our com - smiles, to the highest of your hopes, to 7 APS President/CEO, Don Brandt. The opening ceremony munity. I would like to extend my deep 274- 318 the windows of your opportunities, and and presentations were followed by the first annual staff vs. 2- gratitude and thanks to Lisa James 0 to the most special places your heart student basketball games. The Florence Fem-Bots took on 6 e t g and Christi Warner-Beyer , our a r has ever known.” ~ Author Unknown o the Lady Scorpions in the first n . o z Luncheon Chairs, and their dedicated d fa w o As you think of creative ways to game, followed by the Men’s w on committee. Together they created one w. nt florencecritte stay cool and have fun during the hot Crittenton team against the of the most memorable events in summer, please consider the endless Scorpion boys’ team. Both Florence Crittenton’s history. I cannot ways you can make a difference personally staff teams were defeated let the opportunity go by without a very special in the lives of Florence Crittenton’s girls. (much to the delight of the thanks to our Honorary Chairs, Laurel Whether it’s through volunteering, donating, or kids!), and fun was had by all. D’Antoni and Susan Karis , who gave us the becoming a member of the Charles Crittenton Florence Crittenton would pleasure of presenting Governor Janet Society, each of you has the power to give hope like to thank the Phoenix Napolitano with the HOPE Award. In addition, to a child. Suns and APS for their my thanks to all the businesses, foundations, generous support of this Best Wishes, donors and guests, for without your support, the important project. Special event would not have been possible. It is revenues thanks also go out to Laurel from events such as this that go directly to meeting and Mike D’Antoni for their APS President/CEO, Don Brandt; the girls’ needs and make it possible to keep our Suns President/COO, Rick Welts; role in making this possible. Suns Player Steve Nash valuable programs and services going.

2 Our Mission: Florence Crittenton gives every girl whose life we touch safety, hope and opportunity. INNOVATIVE • Residential Group Home • Scottsdale Girls Ranch

M Crittenton Academy • Transitional Living Program programs • Independent Living Program • Health and Wellness Program • Women Involved in Nurturing • Healthy Families Girls’ Self-esteem (WINGS) The last few months were busy ones at the CrittentonYouth Academy . Preparation for exams, prom and graduation were in full swing. rittenton Academy students walked the red carpet on May 16th and danced the night away at their “Night in Hollywood” At Crittenton Academy, it is our Cthemed prom. Café Elizabeth was transformed into an awards night replete with filmstrip, movie posters, popcorn buckets and a VIP goal to create an environment room. Students danced, mingled and took pictures to remember the where all students can attain occasion while David F. and Dymond G. were crowned King and Queen. success and progress towards a Perhaps the most popular man of the evening was the one behind the lens, Dave Knoer of K-Kamera Kares, who donated his time and talent productive future. We achieve this as the night’s professional photographer. Special thanks go to Elouise by forming positive relationships Nathaniel and the Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club for going the with students and placing them in extra mile to find beautiful dresses for the girls to wear. academic programs aligned with This year’s graduating class included over thirty students. The class valedictorian, Karen Tom, was presented with the Laura and Michael their unique needs and abilities. Wagner Excellence in Education Award at the graduation ceremony held June 4. Karen was born in Phoenix and is the youngest of seven siblings. She enjoys listening to music and Now Enrolling! Monica looking glamorous at the Crittenton Academy 2008 Prom. hanging out with her friends. At Crittenton Academy, Karen Crittenton Academy makes has been very helpful with teachers and even helped out it easy for its students to stay with setting up prom! She currently holds the highest in school by offering a variety GPA for this year’s graduating class with a 3.52 on a 4.0 of class scheduling options. scale. Congratulations to Karen and the entire graduat - We offer morning and ing class of 2008! afternoon sessions! For more information about the academy or A special thanks to the Crittenton Academy staff for their dedication to helping each student achieve academic excellence! to receive an enrollment application, please visit our Web site at www.florencecrittentonofaz.org or call 602-274-7318.

Valedictorian, Karen Tom (l) and Salutatorian, Shannon Bitah (r). Congratulations to the Crittenton Youth Academy Class of 2008! 3 Make It a Date! Red Carpet Gala sponsored by the Tonya Allen Foundation

M events & fund raisers September 13, 2008 Location: The Buttes, 200 Westcourt Way, Tempe TEAMING Time: 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm Thank You Sponsors! Cost: $50 pp. Proceeds to benefit Florence Crittenton. UP FOR With deepest gratitude we thank our 6th Annual Teaming Up For Keynote Speaker: Kristi Hedlund, Publisher of Phoenix Woman Magazine Kids Luncheon Top Sponsors. Save the Date for the 7th Annual Award Ceremony Presenter: Debbie Gaby, President of Sleep America will present the 2008 “Triumph over Tragedy” Award KIDS Teaming Up For Kids Luncheon, March 5, 2009, at the Honoree: Terri Bowerstock, CEO of Terri’s Consignment. Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa. For more info visit: www.TONYAALLENFOUNDATION.org $25,000 Lisa James/Gordon C. James Kitchell In-Kind Empowering Kids Public Relations Landmark, Standard Aero and Ben Franklin Press Sleep America Charities 5th Annual Golf Tournament Jefferson Wells DAE Engineering The Arizona Republic/AZ Clear Channel Radio M September 16, 2008 Society Josephine Leslie Deborah Lemieux and Clear Channel Outdoor Loretta Brown Location: Lookout Mountain Ina and Murray Manaster Dillard’s Lewis and Roca Golf Course – Hilton Tapatio $20,000 Diane Might Direct Current Productions Lowry Hill Giving Hope SAXA frontdoors Start Time: 7:30 am, 4 Player Modified Scramble Shotgun Larry Lytle BlueCross BlueShield of Arizona Lisa Shaw and Heidi Rasor Gordon C. James Public Magellan Health Services Emcee: Al McCoy – Voice of the Phoenix Suns Clear Channel Radio Nancy Spetzler Relations The McRae Agency Guest Speaker: Jay Parry, President & COO of Phoenix Mercury Miriam and Merle Hinrichs Christi Warner-Beyer Moda Fina Media Buying Services The Moreno Family Foundation UBS Financial Services, Inc. Phoenix Woman Magazine Beneficiaries: Florence Crittenton, Sojourner Center, Arizona Youth Charles Mitchell Services Group of America Phoenix Magazine/Phoenix Development Kathy Munson Tim & Willy Kid’s FUN-Dation $2,500 Home & Garden For more info visit: www.sleepamerica.com/events.php Community Friend Sallie Najafi Trends $12,500 A.T. Still University Kaki O’Shaughnessy US Airways 3rd Annual Jefferson Wells Golf Tournament Providing Opportunity Arizona Lottery Gwen Parker M Kathryn and Steven Pidgeon October 30, 2008 Missy and Lyle Anderson Bob Bergman Special Thanks To Jinger Richardson Location: Lookout Mountain Golf Club 3TV – Arizona’s Family Bolt Security Guard Services Christy Burton Rose Law Group at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort Dial Corporation Kay and Brad Casper Cowgirls Historical Foundation Cities West Publishing Scottsdale Insurance Company Jacquie Dorrance Start Time: Registration - 7:00 am Legacy Homes Clearwater Beverages, LLC St. Joseph’s Hospital & ING Financial Scramble format tournament - 8:30 am Phoenix Suns & Suns Wives Medical Center Cleveland Financial Group Lavinia Family Foundation Lunch and award presentations - 3:00 pm Sleep America - Debbie and Debra Stevens Len Gaby Cox Communications Martha Melman United Phoenix Firefighters, Inc. Cost: Golfers will have the opportunity to SunChase Holdings – Linda Pope Arlene Davidson Sandy and Frank Trznadel Laura and Michael Wagner donate directly to Florence Crittenton at Desert Hills Bank United Phoenix Firefighters, Inc. Young & Company, LLC registration; the suggested donation is $100 $5,000 DMB Associates, Inc. Valley of the Sun Active per golfer. All your donations are Ensuring Safety Equestrian Manor 20/30 Club 100% tax deductible. Susie Alofs Fennemore Craig, P.C. Underwriters American Express The tournament includes golf, lunch, fun and networking. Golfers can compete Pam Crowe First National Bank Celebrity Fight Night in contests such as putting, closet to the pin and longest drive. We will also Laurel and Mike D’Antoni Florence Crittenton Auxiliary Joan & Jerry Colangelo have a hole-in-one giveaway and a chance to win a 50/50 raffle! Opportunities Sue Fletcher Globe Corporation Tina & Spike Lawrence for raffle prizes and surprises will be offered throughout the day. Laurie and Bud Florkiewicz Carrie Hall Andrea & Jason LeVecke Join us in a triple win – Friends, Fun, Charity! Lisa Henry-Holmes Intel Marci & Tim Salmon For more info visit: http://jw.golfreg.com JDA Software SunChase Holdings, Inc. Vestar 4 Marcia Jobe Thank You for Your Support!

GIRL SCOUT TROOP #1562 CURVES Florence Crittenton would like to extend With the help of Shannon Todarello, a hugeTHANKYOU to Kim McCann and owner of Curves on Central, the her Girl Scout Troop #1562 for their Transitional Living Program girls and dedication and hard work in constructing staff have the chance to shape up the Girls Ranch Library . A dedication and get fit. Shannon has opened her doors to our girls offering a FREE ceremony was held May 14th with a one year membership. That’s nearly $500.00 per person! Shannon says ribbon cutting to officially open the room. The girls invited their leaders, it is her way to help young women learn good health habits rather than their families, Girls Ranch staff and clients, Scottsdale Mayor Mary Manross waiting until they have a long lifetime of poor choices to overcome. and several other community members as well as the owner of Closet Masters , Several of our ladies and staff have jumped at this chance to get fit. TLP Ron Ostash, who designed and installed all the shelving. Florence Crittenton and Florence Crittenton wish to thank Shannon for this wonderful would like to thank all of the dedicated girls of Troop #1562 who have opportunity and encourage any of you who are looking for an enjoyable turned this project into something that can be enjoyed by girls and their way to get fit to check out Curves on Central. children for many years to come. FLO’S FACELIFT VIVA LAS VEGAS Faith Lutheran Church’s Thrivent Chapter volunteers once again The Valley of the Sun Active took on projects at Florence Crittenton, providing 20-30 Club’s premier fund rais - materials and services to beautify several agency ing event, Viva Las Vegas 2008 properties. Flo’s on 7th received a colorful face Casino Night and Silent Auction lift with the addition of bright blue accents to help was held on May 3 and proved to be its usual huge success. This semi-formal the store stand out among the competition. event featured a variety of top restaurants from Thrivent volunteers also helped inside the store across the Valley serving samples of their finest foods, sorting donations and preparing them for the a band entertained guests and a fabulous silent auction sales floor, while additional Thrivent members worked at the main campus provided something for everyone’s interests. With the refreshing our parking lot lines and providing help on other small projects. help of underwriting and in-kind donations from local Many thanks to our wonderful friends at Faith Lutheran’s Thrivent businesses and individuals, the VOS Active 20/30 Club Chapter for their continued support and belief in the madeViva LasVegas 2008 another successful fundraising mission of Florence Crittenton. 74-7 -2 318 02 event to benefit Florence Crittenton through theValley 6 Kids Foundation. The 20/30 Club has been partnering with Florence Crittenton te na g o r d o . for 14 years and continues to support our mission of providing safety, hope w z w a w of and opportunity to every girl whose life we touch. .flo on rencecrittent

5 ur Board of Directors has community support approved moving forward with an endowment cam - pOaign. We are currently in the plan - ning phase, preparing internally and Charles Crittenton identifying potential campaign lead - Making A Gift of Stock! ership. We are confident that after Society Spring Social Florence Crittenton is pleased to announce the creation of a new 112 years, this is the right time to securities-gifting program. Giving the gift of highly appreciated stocks A big Thank You to Society invest in the future of our services creates an ideal philanthropic outcome for both our donors and member, David Neishabori , who and the continued growth of our Florence Crittenton. Stock gifts are deductible from income tax at effective, life-changing programs. The generously hosted the Crittenton fair market value, thus allowing the donor to avoid capital gains taxes Board ofVisitors generous one million Society Spring Social, Moon Over that would otherwise result from selling the asset and giving the cash dollar grant will be a component of Miami , on April 22. The event proceeds. Gifts of appreciated assets are often deductible in our endowment campaign and we took place at David’s business, amounts of up to 30% of adjusted gross income, and many times excess Azadi Fine Rugs , in Scottsdale. deductions may be carried forward for use in the future. Upon continue to seek matching gifts Florence Crittenton Founder Over 100 people enjoyed savory receiving the high-appreciated asset, Florence Crittenton is able to towards that grant. Charles Crittenton Latin inspired hors d’oeuvres, convert the stock to cash and use the funds to support our In addition, we’ve mojitos and music. Thanks to all members who joined treasured mission or that specified by the donor. 74-7 expanded our Planned -2 318 02 us for this delightful event and to the new members Making a gift of securities to Florence Crittenton is 6 Giving program. When you who joined our ranks that evening. Crittenton Society easy. Simply contact your securities broker and request te make a planned gift you na g o r d o w . members help provide vital funding for programs. If you the gift, specifying the specific security and the number of z will receive substantial tax w a w of are not already a member, please join today! shares; furthermore, you will want to ensure that you have .flo on benefits, potentially increase rencecrittent Your annual gift of $1,000 or more can be paid monthly or quarterly and the cost basis for the specified stock and that you have your income and provide a can be made by check, stock or by credit card. Please contact John Vack at held that security for at least one year and a day. We also way of fulfilling your personal and (602) 288-4514 or join on-line at www.florencecrittentonofaz.org . suggest that you put your request in writing and send a copy to your financial goals. broker as well as Florence Crittenton so that we may follow up on your request. In order to complete the transfer, you will need to provide them with our receiving account information: Florence Crittenton Services of Arizona, Inc. Florence Crittenton Stock Gifting Account Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. UBS Financial Services, Inc. Account Number: 0000-1512-3821 c/o Wealth Management Group of Scottsdale Clearing Number: 0126 Account # GA 20876 For assistance contact Ameriprise at 1-800-297-7378 and For assistance contact the UBS Wealth Management Group of select Option 1 then Option 4. Scottsdale at 480-922-6403 or Carrie Ostroski at 602-288-4586, Associate Executive Officer, Florence Crittenton. New CCS Members W.L. & Betty Button with Kim Karahadian.

6 Other Ways to Give: cash, stock, bonds, real estate, in-kind gifts, tangible personal property, paid up life insurance, charitable trusts, planned or deferred gifts, bequests. news & info Announcements! 1 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN Does your company host a United Way News, Poems, Stories and Artwork 274-7318 From and About the Kids in 2- Florence Crittenton’s Programs workplace campaign every fall? If so, please 0 6 e Success Stories t g a r o remember that Florence Crittenton is a n . o z d fa o Congratulations Graduates! Two of our residential girls, Elia and Evelyn, w n proud and valued partner of Valley of the ww to .flo itten graduated from Crittenton Academy on June 4. We are very proud of our Sun United Way. By making your gift to their Results that Matter rencecr girls and would like to share some of their thoughts with you: fund, you will provide valuable support for several of our programs How long have you been at Florence How has Florence Crittenton helped you and help us continue to improve lives in our community. Visit the United Way’s Crittenton? work toward making these goals and website at www.vsuw.org for more information. Elia: Six months dreams a reality? Evelyn: Eight months Elia: With school, I earned 5½ credits (United Way donations do not qualify as special event or membership gifts.) in two months. What do you think your life would be like Evelyn: By teaching me that educa - 2 AMERICAN EXPRESS if you hadn’t come to Florence Crittenton? tion is important and that I can get a Now your American Express Membership Rewards points can Do you think you would be graduating? career and enjoy making a living at help Florence Crittenton bring safety, hope and opportunity to Elia: From two years ago, my first the same time. time here, I never would have thought youth in Arizona. The American Express GivingExpress Program of college. Do you have advice for other teens facing enables you to donate your Membership Rewards points to Evelyn: I probably wouldn’t be in school the same kind of challenges you have faced Florence Crittenton online. For every 1,000 points you contribute and I would be running the streets. I and are continuing to face? Florence Crittenton will receive $8 in unrestricted funding. And it is absolutely wouldn’t be graduating. Elia: Don’t give up hope because you never know what’s coming. free; there are no processing fees, so your gift will go directly to our programs. Why do you think Florence Crittenton’s Evelyn: That an education is very To find out more, visit www.americanexpress.com/give . programs are important? important when you come off the Elia: You learn skills for independence. streets because if you have nothing else, 3 TURN YOUR CAR INTO CASH! Evelyn: It helps young girls deal with that’s your key to having something. issues that they need to take care of With the assistance of Vehicles for Charity (VFC), a non-profit and learn at the same time. Is there anything else you’d like to tell us? organization, Florence Crittenton is accepting cars, trucks, boats, Elia: No matter how people think of campers, RVs, motorcycles, golf carts and trailers; even if they’re What are some of your goals and you, stand tall and be confident. not running. VFC will pick up the vehicle for free, and the law allows a dreams for the future? Evelyn: That Florence Crittenton is an Elia: I will be going to Mesa Community awesome program. The staff is great tax deduction equal to the gross proceeds from the sale of the donated vehicle. College this coming semester, first and the way the program is run is good. Proceeds from the sale of the vehicle go directly to supporting Florence Crittenton. general classes, then towards becoming Since I’ve been locked up in all the Have a clear title available and call 1-800-833-3006 or you can donate online at a veterinary technician. placements I’ve been in, none have been www.vehiclesforcharity.org Evelyn: My goal for the future is to able to compete with this program . become an x-ray technician or be a BHT, because this program is the best. (Behavioral Health Technician), and help kids who were once in my position.

7 board & auxiliary BOARD OF DIRECTORS he Auxiliary Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show was held May 2007-2008 8 at the Arizona Country Club. The afternoon included food, Tfun and fashion. Auxiliary members doubled as runway models in beautiful clothing provided by Chico’s . A special thank you to each of you who attended and modeled!

The hot summer months are here and the Auxiliary’s Home Past Auxiliary Presidents, left to right: Sara Carey, Gene Groth, Gwen Stoner, Yvonne Roth, Services Committee will be keeping the girls happy and cool by Dorothy Lane, Pam Allsworth, Phylis Baker, June Shickles, Doris Stevenson, Marcelle Amory. Ina Manaster sponsoring swimming days at Anthem’s Water Park and planning Board Chairman monthly birthday celebrations. The girls will also be treated to a Flo’s on 7th ! Remember, there is no better time than the present to relaxing couple of days in Flagstaff at Camp Lady Jane, a beautiful clean out your closets and bring them your treasures to stock the Melissa Baffert store’s shelves. New faces are always welcome as volunteers also! Bob Bergman mountainside retreat owned by one of our Auxiliary members. Christa Burkhalter A big thank you to all the Auxiliary ladies who generously If you would like to make a difference in the lives of the children and Marc Cavness donate their time and talents as volunteers at families Florence Crittenton serves by becoming a member of the Shelle Cleveland Auxiliary, please call 602-288-4567. 274-73 4-731 Arlene Davidson 2- 18 -27 8 0 2 Flo’s on 7th, 4116 N. 7th Ave., 602-254-7861, 6 0 r Sue Fletcher 6 e e g AUXILIARY OFFICERS 2008-2009 t te r www.floson7th.com a g o n n . o r u z Sue Glawe d o l w . o a z v f President: Gwen Stoner w a o w f w n Daniel Green .f no ww to lor nto .fl ten Jon Held Vice President & Membership: encecritte orencecrit Tammy Escobar-Miller Chris Herstam Nan Howlett Recording Secretary: Ruth Young Marcia Jobe Non-Profit Gwen Stoner Corresponding Secretary: Susan Karis Auxiliary President U.S. Postage Rona Kasen Jane Ann George PAID Treasurer: Wilma Martin Mark Langerman 715 West Mariposa Street Phoenix, Arizona Larry Lytle Home Services: Eve Stahl & Anne Bloyd Phoenix, AZ 85013 Permit No. 2328 Julie McCollum Past President Advisor & Parliamentarian: www.florencecrittentonofaz.org Tom McKinley Ruth Young Michael Olsen Candace Rhone Nancy Spetzler Design: Loren Nichols, Nichols Custom Graphics Gwen Stoner 480-429-1111 or [email protected] Printer: Crown Press Michele Tyler Editor: Lory Lasica Alan Young Communications & Public Relations Manager Ruth Young 602-288-4589 or [email protected] We value your questions and comments! Please also let us know if you would like this newsletter sent to a friend. 8