2014 Annual Report THANK YOU LETTER FROM THE IN LOVING MEMORY OF 2014 EVENT Ka th y A lm! President Michael Dunmire Highligh ts 1944- 2014 For 15 years Kathy Alm was the face of During 2014, Little Bit REINS OF LIFE AUCTION Little Bit. In July 2014, Kathy accepted continued to learn, develop Michael Dunmire was a smart, a new position as CEO of PATH and grow during our first full kind and generous man who was International. PATH is the Professional year at Dunmire Stables. passionate about bettering the Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship The year also provided lives of others. He was an integral and promotes safety and optimal exciting challenges and part of the Little Bit community outcomes in equine-assisted activities significant changes. for over 30 years; inspiring and therapies for individuals with special everyone with his genuine love needs. In July, Little Bit entered into a period of transition and support of the Little Bit In Kathy’s tenure, Little Bit expanded while the Board of Directors mission and the care he showed Mary-Lou Misrahy and Kathy Alm services and, most notably, raised sought a new Executive the riders and patients. $10.4 million to support the purchase Director. Deputy Director Cluny McCaffrey was named the Starting in 1978 as a board and development of Dunmire Interim Executive Director and with the full support of the Board, member, his vision and Stables. Kathy’s careful tending of her kept the therapy and volunteer programs, facility and administration commitment were instrumental relationships with the participants, running smoothly. The Board of Directors was confident that Little in the successful completion of families, volunteers, staff and donors Bit would continue its mission to serve children and adults with the first capital campaign, “A helped make this shared dream possible. disabilities through equine-assisted therapies and activities, and to Stable Future,” which supported be an inspiration and educational resource to the therapeutic riding the Little Bit remodeled and As a PATH International Premier profession. Accredited Center with certified expanded facility in Woodinville. therapists and instructors, Little Bit Specifically, Little Bit provided more than 7,800 individual His Board service included terms 35% of auction attendees were provided a perfect launching point for rides and therapies to 288 participants over the course of the as Treasurer and President and he there for the first time. ultimately served on the Advisory Kathy to take her knowledge and passion year. Our 790 volunteers remained devoted, dedicated and A total of $420,625 was raised. for the industry to a higher level. enthusiastic, providing more than 26,000 hours. Our donors and Board. Along with his wife, Phyllis, he served as Honorary Chair of the recent “Extraordinary Strides, Transforming Lives partners remained faithful in their support. Our participants and MAKING STRIDES Campaign”, which successfully raised $10.4 million. He and We are grateful to Kathy and wish her well families continued to sing Little Bit’s praises. And our staff and COMMUNITY BREAKFAST as she advances equine-assisted therapies four-legged therapists make that Little Bit magic happen again, Phyllis provided the leadership gift that made it possible for Event was sold out with 228 and activities for people with disabilities and again, and again! Little Bit to buy the current 17-acre site and transform our across the country and around the globe. ability to deliver the Little Bit mission. Although he never asked guests. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank all of our to have the property named after them, we were honored to do Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella “It was an honor to serve the Little participants, families, volunteers, donors, and staff for another so, and Dunmire Stables was born. was the keynote speaker. Bit community, working together to wonderfully successful year! support all of the participants and their It wasn’t always serious business with Mike, however, he could A total of $98,270 was raised. families in making their dreams a reality,” Sincerely, also be found flipping burgers at the Ben Barrato Memorial Kathy said. “That experience provides BBQ or wearing his top hat to the auction with a big smile. The the perfect foundation to successfully Reins of Life Auction was always the Dunmire’s favorite event. lead PATH International into the future. They sat together at the Reining Table every year, surrounded Thank you for 15 wonderful years.” by friends, inspiring the Little Bit community to give generously. Mary-Lou Misrahy He leaves behind an incredible legacy of kindness, integrity and President, Board of Directors philanthropic leadership. He will be missed by all he touched. 2 | 2014 Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center Annual Report 2014 Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center Annual Report | 3 Mission Board Leadership S tats Our mission is to improve 2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2014 ADVISORY BOARD the bodies, minds and Mary-Lou Misrahy, President Barbara Burnett unduplicated288 participants spirits of children and Ken Kleve, Vice President Charles Burnett served annually adults with disabilities Jeff Nomura, CPA, Treasurer Robert V. Fleck through equine- Wayne Miller, Secretary Stephen Glass, MD assisted therapies and 230 Michael Gaberman, Sally Gregg participants served weekly activities, and to be an Immediate Past President Siena’s S tory Ted Herb educational resource for Todd Cowles the therapeutic riding Siena is a 14-year-old patient in the therapy program at Linda Kelleran Little Bit. She has been riding for almost two years now. Christy Ghosh adaptive6,715 rides annually Amanda Madorno profession, both regionally Siena had a stroke in utero when her mother, Mary Jeff Gollnick and nationally. Ellen, was eight weeks pregnant. Siena has faced many John Merner challenges, including communication. When Siena Katie Knight Jeff Renner started equine-assisted therapy she struggled to lift her Elizabeth Leedom therapy1,141 sessions annually arm up to point at an object. Lish Whitson William Miller Since Siena started therapy at Little Bit, Mary Ellen has noticed many positive changes in her daughter. Siena Martin Pearce has increased the core strength she needs in order to Jennifer Sizemore therapeutic 21horses at the ready have the physical control to communicate. Siena is Valu e s now able to pick up various objects, such as a bucket Jane Todaro, MD or riding crop, which is something she hadn’t been able Demonstrate Leadership to do in the past. Holding things and carrying them 154 with a purpose is a new world for Siena and a great help on wait list COST OF SERVICES Inspire Engagement for mom. More importantly, Siena loves to ride her horse Ross at Little Bit, and nothing makes her smile Adaptive Riding Equine Assisted Therapy Develop Potential like trotting! Actual Cost $206 $276 Donor Subsidy 156 156 790volunteers Promote Dignity and Mary Ellen says, “I am thankful for each tiny step, Cost to Rider/Patient 50 120 Respect each small stride, each gentle gallop. They all remind me that Siena’s future can be filled with meaningful relationships, a therapeutic community, and more Drive Excellence in Service 26,489 communication. Little Bit —what an extraordinary Scholarships Awarded: $44,500 volunteer hours contributed place where taking the reins and mastering movement Cultivate Communities in the arena translates to taking the reins and for 40 unduplicated participants navigating life more fully.” Scholarships are made available to participants with a demonstrated financial need through the generosity of our donors. $ volunteers300 each week we are in session 4 | 2014 Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center Annual Report 2014 Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center Annual Report | 5 2014 Financials Volunteers Since 1976, volunteers have served the Little Bit mission in a variety of capacities. In 2014 alone, 790 volunteers helped to support the work of staff by contributing their time, talents, and passion to support Tuition and Earned Income Programs our riders, patients and horses. They participated in special events and fundraisers, acted as community Community Events and Activities Administration ambassadors, and provided administrative assistance, leadership and guidance. Contributions Fundraising Other Sources Little Bit volunteers donated 26,489 hours in 2014, which is a federally recognized value of $611,101. While that number is staggering, we recognize that volunteer service is invaluable. Volunteers help to create a healthy and vibrant community, they are the backbone of Little Bit’s programs. If you or someone you know would like more information on joining our dedicated volunteer team, please 2014 REVENUES 2014 EXPENSES contact 425-882-1554 or email [email protected]. Tuition and Earned Income $622,437 Programs $1,609,217 Contributions 1,147,222 Fundraising 372,288 SPECIAL EVENTS Keri Isbell Yvonne Bradeen Julia Davis Oliver Silverberg Ashley Bockman Andrea Davis Crystal Abeel Diana Janetzki Katie Briggs Trina Deines Shirley Sing Linda Brabant Morgan Davis Community Events and Activities (net) 467,760 Administration 275,843 Ifrah Alia Diane Johnson Bailey Burger-Moore Karen Deyerle Chris Smith Yvonne Bradeen Lynne Davison Other Sources 43,760 Total Expenses $2,257,348 Virginia Andreotti Kathleen Kelly Doreen Carlson Sheryl Docktor Kristine Sweeney Margaret Brady Joan Dawson Alana Andrews Nichelle Kim Candice Carranza Janette Dolmseth Jeremy Van Horn Rose Brallier