It was over five years ago that Pamela Culligan first became involved with ANSO and she has been a dedicated supporter ever since. The first donation was not unlike many others (the way it came about was a bit unusual – but that is another story), but what has followed has set Pamela apart from all others.
Pamela is the kind of person who acknowledges the various significant dates in the lives of all her friends and family with a card. Apparently she was spending a significant amount on Hallmark (and other) cards and she approached ANSO about making a change. We agreed on a system whereby at the beginning of each year she sends ANSO a list of her requirements (doesn’t everybody plan their annual greeting card requirements a full year in advance?) and we send her a year’s supply of cards. Friends or acquaintances may get a chicken or a goat card, but family members or special occasions often receive more expensive cards. Every month Pamela sends ANSO a cheque for the cards she has used and at the end of the year we send her a tax receipt.
Some months she only sends a single card, most months she uses several, but over the last five years she has not missed one single month! Now that is what can honestly be called a dedicated donor!
Pamela, your generosity has touched more lives than you will ever know. We thank you very much.
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