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PEPPERMINT RIDGE Annual Report 2017

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from Danny McCarns, Executive Director

Thank you for a wonderful year. Because of you, 2017 has been a success forPeppermint Ridge in so many ways. Together, we have been able to continueour commitment to support people with developmental disabilities in respect-ful, consistent and imaginative directions. In this year’s annual report, you will get a glimpse of the quality and quan-tity of services provided last year. I hope you can feel the sense of accomplish-ment, empowerment and enjoyment experienced by The Ridgers during theseactivities. Our strong financial position demonstrates the care taken to managethe resources that have been entrusted to us to ensure the continued viabilityof The Ridge. Our Leisure and Activity Program is growing. Each quarter, Ridgers can signup for the activities they would like to take, whether it be gardening, yoga,singing, drumming, reading or other classes. We have also welcomed a newactivity assistant to help teach courses and get folks to their chosen activities. Some of the wonderful activities people were able to enjoy last year includedcamp in the nearby mountains, swimming from May to September in our ownstaffed pool, attending a variety of sports events, art classes, music classes, birth-day celebrations and, of course, the Annual BBQ on the 4th of July. At present, we do not have enough room or time in the evenings or on week-ends to offer all the activities available to our Ridgers. However, we have a solu-tion: a new modular Activity Center, which we anticipate will be installed by theend of 2018, and will be twice the size of Angel Hall where activities are presentlyconducted. At the time I write this, the City of Corona has already stepped forwardwith a grant to help with this wonderful endeavor. We made some major repairs and improvements to our homes and aroundthe campus, including fresh coats of paint for some, and gardens with more flow-ers and veggies, as well as a new tool shed. Bathrooms and new bedroom floorswere remodeled, including cushioning material to protect from serious injuries.Twenty-four individuals have new key pad locks on their bedroom doors to ensuretheir privacy, and we were able to replace some older appliances and furniture.We purchased two vans and received another through the Cal Trans grant process. As a member of the community, we believe strongly in giving back and weregularly volunteer to help other organizations. In turn, there are so many of thosewho share their gifts and talents with us. Those who volunteer at The Ridge areamazing, and we are grateful for their loving hearts and hands. Business ownersand the community at large continue to embrace the Ridgers through sponsor-ships, services and donations. Thank you to our long-time donors who generouslygave more, and to new donors who have joined us in our mission. Thank you for making a huge difference in the lives of the Ridgers. Becauseof your generosity the men and women of Peppermint Ridge have rich and fulllives, a place to call home, and friends with whom they can share their hopes anddreams. We are very fortunate indeed.

Sincerely,

from Mike Ryan,Chairperson of the Board

It’s a great privilege for me to share a bit about the enormous difference youmake at The Ridge. The Ridge continues to help those with developmental disabilities to pavea path to independence, acceptance, and meaningful community. But this richerlife is not accomplished without the many business and community partnersthat The Ridge calls “family.” As one of these, I’m excited to invite you to lookthrough the pages within this annual report and realize that we could not havedone this without you. You’ll read about the fun that Ridgers had last summer during the annualPilgrim Pines adventure. You’ll see how Debbie R. and other Ridgers have gainedstrength and independence working out at CrossFit with ABC Hopes, Inc. Andyou’ll see the smile on Ricky S.’ face as he shows off his award at the 4th of Julycelebration. Through great love and dedication, Ridge staff provides excellent servicesto these very special members of our community. It’s gratifying for me to thinkof the rest of us playing our part as we contribute through: FINANCIAL SUPPORT: In 2017, Peppermint Ridge was blessed to receivemore than $800,000 through your kindness. You and others like you put on yourrunning shoes and participated in the “Run the River for the Ridge”. You dressedup in your finest attire to attend the Peppermint Possibilities gala. You con-tributed through the Match Campaign, where each dollar given was doubled,thanks to the kindness of a long-time supporter. And you began to send fundsfor our much needed Activities Center, to open later in 2018. DEDICATED VOLUNTEERISM: Last year, you and others like you spread theword about Peppermint Ridge with friends and neighbors, inviting them to be-come better acquainted witwho we are and what we do. You volunteered yourtime beautifying the grounds, hosting the monthly birthday parties, assistingsupporters at events, or even serving Thanksgiving dinner. COMMITTED ADVOCACY: You played a role of positive change in the com-munity to show others that people with special needs also have hopes, dreams,and abilities. You showed this when you galvanized elected officials to becomeinterested in the Ridge and its cause. And you advocated each time you engageda Ridger in the community. So you see, we couldn’t do what we do without you. Thank you for beinga part of the Ridge family.

With gratitude,

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Financial ReportCONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIESFor the Year Ended December 31, 2016

REVENUES AND PUBLIC SUPPORT:Program service fees $6,426,985Contributions 1,046,082Rent (HUD) 82,691Special events, net 78,796Net Investment Return 60,136Other 14,160

Total revenues and public support 7,708,850

Total revenues 7,708,850

EXPENSES:Program services 5,664,396Management and general 955,987Fundraising 131,116

Total expenses 6,751,499

Change in net assets 957,351Beginning unrestricted net assets 2,342,198Ending unrestricted net assets $3,299,549

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIESFor the Year Ended December 31, 2017

REVENUES AND PUBLIC SUPPORT:Program service fees $6,779,224Contributions 638,440Rent (HUD) 67,803Special events, net 72,952Net Investment Return 161,232Other 1,823

Total revenues and public support 7,721,474

Total revenues 7,721,474

EXPENSES:Program services 5,850,536Management and general 901,369Fundraising 223,265

Total expenses 6,975,170

Change in net assets 746,304Beginning unrestricted net assets 3,299,549Ending unrestricted net assets $4,045,853

GRANTS3M CORONA $ 2,500

Activities BuildingTHE HOWARD AND NIKKI APPLEBAUM 5,000FOUNDATION

Annual AppealCARL E. WYNN FOUNDATION 135,000AND MAINTENANCE FUND

Replace windows in Wynn and Evergreen, offset Wynn staffing cost, purchase new lift van for Wynn and replenish Wynn recreation and repair fund.

CITY OF CORONA 17,545CDBG Medical Support

COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE 5,000COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER

Love Run Sponsorship and Activities BuildingDOWNS ENERGY/NATIONAL 10,000CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION

Love Run and Peppermint Possibiities SponsorshipsEDISON INTERNATIONAL 5,000

Disaster Preparedness TrainingODYSSEYRE FOUNDATION 20,000

Operating ExpensesTHE ATKINSON CHARITABLE FOUNDATION 2,000

$100,000 Match CampaignWEST STAR FOUNDATION 5,000

General FundTHE CASELLI FOUNDATION TRUST 5,000

$100,000 Match CampaignTotal $212,045

In 2017, Peppermint Ridge success-fully applied for $825,000 from theEnhanced Mobility of Seniors andIndividuals with Disabilities Program(FTA 5310) through CalTrans. $525,000will be in-kind in the form of eight ve-hicles and will take at least two yearsto receive. $300,000 will supportactivity and transportation expensesover a three-year period.

Angel Hall received a much needed makeover in July 2017. Gray Construc-tion generously worked with Southland Electric, De Paul Demolition, SamRammaha Painting, So Cal Stone Works, Millwork Brothers, and Roll-A-Shadeto remodel Angel Hall. Updates included new flooring, fresh paint, newcabinets and a refaced fireplace hearth.

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ABC Hopes – CrossFitOur partnership with ABC Hopes officiallylaunched in 2017 through the ABC Hopes (dis)ABILITIES Fitness Program. Through thisprogram, Ridgers have been attending CrossFitat CrossFit Proper in Corona. This activity has been very popular and beneficial for theRidgers. Katie Moore, the Founder and ExecutiveDirector of ABC Hopes Inc. shares: “Through theworkouts, participants gain muscle mass andimprove coordination. In addition, the confidenceand mental stimulation that the workouts provideoutweigh the physical benefits. We have seenan overall improvement in this population's mental health and overall confidence.” CrossFit Proper Trainer and ABC Hopes Inc.(dis)Abilities Director of Training, Christian Aguirreshared that “it boils down to two big things...capabilities and community.” With the help of volunteers and staff, Ridgers are able to see improvement and work towards their goals. Aguirre shared that Ridger, Missy S., who usesa walker, started the program with the legstrength and confidence to squat down ontoa 20-inch box. As she has progressed in the pro-gram, so have her capabilities. She is now ableto do a full workout and squat all the way downto a medicine ball! The functional strengthobtained from CrossFit makes it easier to get upfrom a chair, walk straighter, and pick up thingsfrom the floor. There is a strong sense of community at thegym. Members of CrossFit Proper greet ourRidgers, have conversations, and even playbasketball before the workouts begin. AsRidgers work out, “Proper” members are cheer-ing them on. “It's great to see them integratewith the community because at the end of the day,we are more similar than different,” said Aguirre.

Activity SpotlightThe ADAPTIVE AND EDUCATIONAL RECREATION PROGRAM offers a variety of activities, clubs, and classes designed tohelp each individual reach their personal goals. Topic areas include: Fine Arts, Music Expression, Fitness and Sports, and Freedom in Learning.

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2 31. (left to right) Front row: CrossFit’s Katie Moore; Ridgers Missy S., Debbie R., William K, and Dawn H. Back row: Ridgers Rudy M., Hali M., and Greg K.; CrossFit’s Christian Aguirre; Ridgers Mark B. and TinaP.; and staff Samatha Jimenez.

2. Crossfit’s Christian Aguirre spots Ridger Debbie R.

3. Ridgers Rudy M., Greg K., and Crossfit’s Christian Aguirre show off their muscles.

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Pilgrim Pines Summer CampOver 20 Ridgers continued the annual tradition ofattending Pilgrim Pines summer camp. Duringtheir weeklong visit, they embraced the theme of“peace and love.” Camp Directors Lisa and Barbie, along withdedicated camp counselors and volunteers,ensured a “groovy” stay for our Ridgers.

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1. (left to right) Ridgers Mary W., Kenny B., and Brian G.; staff; and RidgersWilliam C., Faith M., and Debbie R. come together to learn about all the groovy activities they have in store.

2. Activities Coordinator Samantha Jimenez and Ridgers Rudy M. and Joshua C. can't help but smile at Pilgrim Pines.

3. Tamara H. shows off her “rad” dance moves.

4. Missy S. and John R. gather around with all the other “Pinesters” for a group picture.

5. John W. sports an especially nice tie-dyed tee.

Cut-out: Mark B. always has a big smile for the camera.

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4th of July BBQ and ParadeRidgers began celebrating Independence Day onJuly 1st with the annual City of Corona parade.Ridgers and staff marched along Main Street withfellow community members. To exemplify thetheme “America’s Favorite Pastime,” Ridgerssported baseball tees, patriotic baseball caps andcarried inflatable baseball bats! The celebration continued on the 4th with theannual Ridge BBQ sponsored by "Family andFriends of The Ridge.” Kathy J. from CypressHome led the parade around The Ridge. This wasfollowed by a feast of hamburgers and hot dogs asRidgers cheered for their friends during the annualaward ceremony.

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1. (left to right ) Front row: Freddy K., Glenn M., Anne Marie C., and Christel D.Back row: David S., Joanne L., Tina P., John R., Rudy M., Hali M., and Dawn H.

march along Main Street during the Corona 4th of July Parade.

2. Ridgers and staff parade around The Ridge during the 4th of July celebration.

3. Ricky S. shows off his award.

Cut-out: Joanne L. - patriotic from head to toe!

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Ridger Activities

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1. Mark B., Tina P., and Tina A. show off their skills during Therapeutic Horseback Riding at "No Drama Ranch" in Norco.

2. Ridgers and volunteers do some light stretches during Yoga.

3. (left to right) Front row: Rudy M., Michael J., Missy S. and Tamara H. Back row: Kathy J., Peter V., Eric M., John R., Hali M., and Paul H., excitedly await the Lakers game.

4. front car: Staff member Cynthia H.,second car: Cindy C. and John W., third car: Pam B. and Chelsea S. fourth car:staff member Samantha J. and Debbie R., fifth car: Darren L.; and staff member Liz M. have a blast at Disneyland.

Cut-out: Andrew A. and staff member, Ivan S., waltz their way around the dance class floor.

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Holiday CelebrationsThe residents of Peppermint Ridge enjoyed many fun activities, parties, andoutings during the holiday season in addition to their weekly activities. For Thanksgiving, volunteers from the community, including the Carterfamily and members of ABC Hopes, came together to prepare a deliciousThanksgiving Feast. At Christmas, Ridgers received gifts from for La Cañada CongregationalChurch, and celebrated the season with beautiful carols sung by the Snow,Langlois, Peak, and Willardson families, during The Ridge Holiday Party.

Ridge Garden MakeoverJake Robertson of Boy Scout Troop #399, recruited family and friends to helphim complete his Eagle Scout project. This garden makeover in Croy Park included creating and painting a mural, building a shed, and replanting andpruning the greenery in the Park. It is now such a happy, inviting area whereare residents can relax.

Volunteer ActivitiesPeppermint Ridge is fortunate to have amazing support from many organizations and individuals in the community. The kindness, compassion,and generous talent shared by volunteers helps The Ridgers learn new skills, create strong friendships and have fun! If you wish to be an eventvolunteer, please visit www.peppermintridge.org/volunteer or contact the Activities and Volunteer Coordinator, Samantha Jimenez atsjimenez@peppermintridge.org.

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1. Volunteers come together to prepare a memorable and delicious Thanksgiving feast.

2. Joyful volunteers help serve meals to our Ridgers.

3. Boy Scout Jake Robertson relaxes with Greg K., Glenn M., Missy S., David S., and

Richard C. after giving the Peppermint Ridge Garden a makeover with his family and

friends.

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Volunteer Activities

Fundraising Events and In-Kind DonationsVolunteers assisted the Fund Development staff in various events throughout the year such as Run the River for The Ridge and Peppermint Possibilities.

Their assistance helped make our events a success.

360 Volunteers Donated 3,400 Hours In-Kind Donations: $37,400

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1. William C. waters new crops with a volunteer.

2. Ridger Michael S. poses with his new

friends from La Sierra University.

3. The ladies from Miss Norco, Miss

Eastvale, and Miss Corona Valley

Pageants create royal sashes

for a few of our Ridgers.

4. Hali M. and Rudy M. have a

blast at the ABC Hopes

(dis) ABILITIES Fitness Program

with Katie Moore, Founder

and Executive Director of ABC

Hopes Inc.

Cut out: Tim A. is captivated by

Mr. Z during story time.

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Fundraising Events

Peppermint PossibilitiesPeppermint Possibilities Dinner and Auction was

held on February 4, 2017, at Eagle Glen Golf Club

in Corona. In addition to the auctions, raffle, and

entertainment by the Rejoicers, 184 guests

ignited in laughter with comedian guest speaker,

Kathy Buckley.

Total Income: $72,755Total Expense: $28,700NET INCOME: $44,055

Run the River for The RidgeThe 12th Annual “Run the River for The Ridge” Presented by Downs Energy and Fuel the Cause tookplace on September 16, 2017, at the Hidden ValleyNature Wildlife Area in Riverside. Our signaturecommunity event received the support of 27sponsors, 60 volunteers, 40 Half Marathoners, 130 5Kers.

Total Income: $32,106Total Expense: $ 8,021NET INCOME: $24,085

An Afternoon of Wine Tasting and FriendshipThe South Bay Friends of Peppermint Ridge hosted

its annual wine tasting on October 15, 2017,

at the Wine Shoppe in Torrance Town Center. All

proceeds from door prizes, silent auction items,

and opportunity drawings benefitted The Ridge.

NET INCOME $19,000

Comedy 4A CauseLong time Ridge supporter Nancy Newman, was

very instrumental in creating the “Comedy 4A

Cause” fundraiser with the very funny, Fritz

Coleman. The event took place on April 29, 2017

at the Corona Historic Civic Center Theater.

Total Income: $6,947Total Expense: $ 787NET INCOME: $6,160

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Organizations

Thank you to the Roger Jeffery Guardian Circle members listedbelow who have considered the future of Peppermint Ridge byincluding us in their estate plans.

Are you interested in becoming a member of the Roger JefferyGuardian Circle through a planned gift? Would you like to learnabout the various ways you can support the future of The Ridgewithin your estate planning? Please contact Tracy Mauser attmauser@peppermintridge.org or by calling 951-273-7329.

Barbara and Jorge ArangurenRichard and Shirley CarrollMary JefferySteve and Lori DwightWes* and Valjean BellwoodMax and Connie TrenkleWalter BogeRuss* and Pamela AndersonG. R. and Lois WoodsBill and Berta* GoetschJanet PetroffPerce and Shirley Judd

Many thanks to our Peppermint Partners who generously donatemonthly to help support a quality of life to the residents atPeppermint Ridge:

Dennis and Barbara JoyDavid WaltemeyerVincent and Beverly ScottJean PowersMary SteinKen* and Barbara CoatesNancy Newman*Joan TurkMillicent PetrichWilliam* and Peggy* Bryant* denotes deceased

William and Linda BatesWalter BogeDoreen BryantShirley ClarkRobert and Peggy DudleyDaniel DuranF. S. T. Sand and Gravel, IncBarbara GartungGeorge and Ellen GuayanteLarry and Joann HilsabeckMary JefferyDan and Judy LambertByron and Pat LightPete and Teresa MaselAshton and Linda MillerRichard and Judy MontgomeryGreg and Kim MooneyKeith MurphyNancy NewmanPamela NolaNorm Ortner

Joe and Laura PendergastMillicent PetrichJanet PetroffDoreen RecuperoRudy ResnerMike and Caroline RyanEva-Genevieve ScarboroughDavid and Laura SeltzerSara SeltzerJon and Kathy ShepardsonRobert and Paula ShigoEmily StillionJack and Nancy StorerMax and Connie TrenkleDavid WaltemeyerBernie and Jan WeinbergWilliam and Christa WilkJeanette WongStephen YarberRyan and Renee Yount

GuardianCircle

“In-Kind” Donations Make a Big Difference at Peppermint RidgeWe are also blessed by gifts in kind, so for those of you who have thought of us in this way, a big "thank you!"

In-kind donations may take the form of new or gently used items like furniture, household items, durable medical equipment, or electronics

such as new TVs for residents. These really make a difference for the residents who need them. Business owners who donate services or items

relevant to their industry are invaluable. For example, traffic control services donated by “A Cone Zone” for the “Run the River for the

Ridge” fundraiser saves The Ridge thousands of dollars.

Many people have donated auction items which enhance event income. The “Cave Dinner Experience” that has become a much sought-after

item at the Peppermint Possibilities banquet has been available because of the generosity of George and Carol Tillery and Matthew and Nicole

Stopher.

We are truly grateful to each of you who donates in this way. Together you helped create a wonderful life for the Ridgers.

Not sure your in-kind gift can benefit the Ridge? Contact Tracy Mauser at 951 273-7329 or tmauser@PeppermintRidge.org.

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Faithful Donors$50,000 - $150,000Carl E. Wynn FoundationJean Bellwood

$25,000 - $49,999Jorge and Barbara ArangurenRobert and Peggy DudleyDennis and Barbara Joy

$10,000 - $24,999Anonymous Barstow First Congregational ChurchCity of CoronaDowns Energy/Fuel the CauseFST Sand and Gravel, Inc.Hillside FarmLos Angeles Hollywood IndependentOdysseyRe FoundationTom and Judy PedersenSusan ReedJim and Pat WheelerG.R. and Lois Woods

$5,000 - $9,999Don AllemannCounty of Riverside - County Adminstrative CenterEdison InternationalTerence and Jane GibsonGeorge and Ellen GuayanteRobert LaneVincent and Sandy LovellePeppermint Ridge Families and FriendsThe Caselli Foundation TrustThe Howard and Nikki Applebaum FoundationWest Star Foundation

$1,000 - $4,9993M CoronaA Cone Zone, Inc.Anthony AmaradioWilliam and Linda BatesWalter BogeRichard and Shirley CarrollCircle City Rotary Club

Corona First Baptist ChurchCorona Rotary ClubKnights of Columbus - Corona Council #3687Thomas and Jacqueline DevlinDaniel DuranSteven and Lori DwightKathleen FinazzoFirst and St. Paul's ChurchForum Info-Tech, Inc.Robert and Judith GibsonJoe GonzalezSharon GuzyRobert and Linda HemborgHemborg FordBruce and Carol HitchcockHonda Cars of CoronaMary JefferyPerce and Shirley JuddJohn and Carolyn KnaakKnights of Columbus - Lake Elsinore Council #7809Knights of Columbus - Riverside Council #12213KPD InsuranceStan LinLucas Oil ProductsDanette McCarnsAshton and Linda MillerMichael and Jane MooreJudy MorrillMark and Elaine NorlandNorman OrtnerMillicent PetrichEmery ReevesRSC Insurance Brokerage, Inc.Michael and Caroline RyanSan Bernardino First Congregational ChurchSan Diego Mission Hills UCCDennis SandovalHans and Mary Ann SchaepperVincent and Beverly ScottSeeley BrothersDavid and Laura SeltzerDiann SmithEmily Stillion

Matthew and Nicole StopherJack and Nancy StorerGlenn and Carolyn TetleyThe Atkinson Charitable FoundationThe Woman's Improvement Club of CoronaThomas Miller Mortuary and CrematoryMax and Connie TrenkleDavid and Karen TwichellVector USADan and Cecelia VestDustin and Erica WaltemeyerDavid WaltemeyerBernie and Jan WeinbergWilliam and Christa WilkJeanette WongRyan and Renee Yount

$500 to $999Access Services, PlusYvette AvilaDonald BaerVali and Paula BevanyDoreen BryantBradley and Cindy CamarataCARSTAR Allstar Collision, Inc.Circle City Kiwanis ClubClaremont United Church of ChristSean CooneyCorona Chamber of CommerceCorona Host Lions ClubGreg and Patti McNeilyRobert and Jenny DefuscoJames and Diana DeLorenzoNorma DwightRon and Janis FarranFirst Citizens BankNorman and Linda GoetschJohn and Linda HoegerHoward and Linda HotchkissInnovative Construction SolutionsPaul and Evie KissellDan and Judy LambertByron and Patricia LightDonald and Margaret Lofgren

Manhattan Beach Community Church - Women’s FellowshipMartha MasdeoWilliam MellorPatricia MillerGreg and Kim MooneyMike and Jane MooreOne West BankJoe and Laura PendergastJanet PetroffGrace PiersonProtel CommunicationsRudy ResnerLucy SilvaSoroptimist International of CoronaSt. Thomas The Apostle ChurchRichard and Olga SteinVince and Heather TomsJoan TurkCarolyn WarnerMark WilliamsStephen YarberThomas and Ruthann Yuhas

$100 to $499Altura Credit UnionSandra AmelinoPamela AndersonRhonda AporMaria AshlaMary AuthDavid and Cristen BaileyPatricia BakerRobert BankcroftWayne and Patricia Banker, Sr.Gary and Dolores BarsellottiMatthew and Kelley BatesMelinda BatesBrian and Sherry BaurRichard BellissDonald BergmannKarl and Carol BewleyKatherine BostianRobert and Brenda BowersJim and Sandy BradleyTrent and Denea BreitenbucherMichael Buckle

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Stephen and Virginia BurnsArden BurnsteinBarbara CadyMarlene CampbellMichael CaroJames and Diane CaseSteve CastersenFlorentine ChristianShirley ClarkWilliam and Virginia ClarkJohn and Cathleen CleghornJohn and Elisheva ClodfelterBarbara CoatesGary and Patricia CollisterSandy CollomCovina Community ChurchStar CoxJohn and Valerie CrawfordPaul and Sonya D'AlessandroJohn and Sarah DalzellRobert and Sylvia D'AusilioJanice DautremontJesus De La GarzaGeorge and Jane DeFrankRobyn DeWittGraciela DiazAnthony and Lauren DiBiaseJane and Jane DiBlasiDick and Christine HaleyKevin DickinsonMary DickinsonDiGerolamo Family InsuranceCarolyn DohertyDenise DoneganSharon DorinPaul and Laura DorinPaul DorinClaudia DuFauMary DurkanMaureen DurkanSean EdwardsKaren EllingsonMelvin and Elizabeth RlliottEnterprise Fleet ManagementSharon EtzJulia FeldeGlen and Kerry Fletcher

Food Runners Club, Inc.Svein and Jean FougnerGregg and Jo FresonkeBen and Carol FujitaChris GarciaKweesook GarrisonBarbara GartungJeff and Vicki GausepohlTimothy and Annette GibsonRobert GonetE. and Mary GravlinBrad GrayJean GreeneDavid GriseyMarcia GrotheKristy Lynn HarmsDarlene HarrisonMike HernandezLarry and Joann HilsabeckHelena HochreinMark and Sheri HoffmanLinda HolmesDanny and Bonnie HudsonCynthia HuipeRande JacobsTerry JaggersFrancis and Patricia JessoeLorinda Kasten-LowerreMarjorie KeithKen CalvertKeith and Marina KennedyPaulette KissellSteve and Sandra KleinKnights of Columbus - Corpus Christi Council #13180Knights of Columbus - Eastvale Council #16570 Knights of Columbus - Norco Council #11837Charlene KwekRichard LachowiczDana LambJack and Bonnie LassiterAntonia LavenderRon La VelleDawn Marie LemondsSharon Logan

John LopezCheryl MadduxAgustin MafuriDavid and Petra MalleisNancy ManfrediSteven and Nancy ManginiRobert and Nancy MartinGeneva MartinJuan MartinezPete and Teresa MaselAndrew MatthewsTracy MauserJacquelynn McReynoldsHeather Menninger VisscherKarena MezaGlenn and Sharon MoellerJim and Beatrice MonroeRichard and Judy MontgomeryJonathan and Jane MoodyMark and Marie MooreClarissa MoralesAudrey MortonPatricia MothnerDavid MuckleyTom and Paula MunozKeith MurphyTanya NavarreteJohn NeelyNancy NewmanAmelia NievesPamela NolaJoe OrtizBill and Neva PackerNeil PalmerPaul and Sun O ParkHarry ParrellGlen and Denise PaynePeace Lutheran ChurchJohn and Linda Perona Susan PetrichPositive Printing ServicesJerry and Andrea PugaGeorge RamirezRandy and Suzie RawsonKathleen RayReal Time Referrals Doreen Recupero

Rochelle ReeseTimothy and Linda RichardsLynne RichieNancy RowJulia RuizSan Dimas Community ChurchElizabeth SanchezDavid and Toni SargentEva-Genevieve ScarboroughBettye SeebergLeopold and Sharon SeeligSara SeltzerJon and Kathleen ShepardsonRobert and Paula ShigoFred and Karen ShimabukuroSteve SizooJoe and Kim SmalleyDonald and Paulette SmithMaureene SmithSouth Bay LexusPatricia SpeightBobby and Karen SpiegelSt. John's Episcopal ChurchBarbara StefanNeil and Margaret StewartDiane StoneCarol SuchyKevin SullivanEllen SummeyAan and Gloria TanNick TippingsGeorge and Pam ToothShirley ToppTimothy and Michele TuttleAlice UrssingJohn Van Der HulstFred and Carmelinda VescelusCathy ViningMisty WayneJennifer WeissWestern States FinancialJohn Weyhgandt Sr.Darlene WhartonJody WigginsWilliams Scotsman, Inc. Katherine WilliamsBarbara Wilson

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James and Leeann WoodruffGlenn WyneRobert and Lynette YorkLyle and Betsy Zerby

Up to $99Joe and Karen AcevesCarol AckermanRaul AcostaFlorence AdamsColette AdamsPatrick AkesClaudia AldereteMary AlejandreLeslie AlexanderElizabeth AlexanderBretz AlexisAmazon Smile FoundationLaureen AndersonBarbara AndrewsMaria AokiLinda ArakiLou ArangurenBrad and Barb AreaDavid ArevaloCharanjit AroraMichelle ArsneaultDarlene AvilaHendrik BaarsShannon BallesterCarol BamesbergerSusan BarajasBruce and Thalia BarrCarson and Desiree BatesEva BedoMark BiewerRuth BlolandHeather BolleAustin BondFrancisco and Stephanie BritoCharles and Kathleen BrockiLeanne BruinsmaDebra BrunoDonald and Nancy BuddeBrandy BurgessLawrence BurrolaMarcia Butler

Stephanie ButterfieldElizabeth CalderonRobert CalsingJesus & Lydia CamachoPrecilla CaraosAlvaro and Guadalupe CarazoLinda CarlinSusanne CarlsonEd and Yolanda Carrillo Anthula CarrollAldo CasillasMarie CatalanoLouis and Karen ChavezRuth ChenowethDolores ChildsChula Vista Community Congregational Church, Women’s FellowshipTeresa CieslikJeff ClineBinu CloudJim CoatesEric CogginsLaura ColeThomas ColemanSandy ColllomDeborah CookT and H CrothersJeanette DangleisKathryn DavidMark DavisJanet De La CruzJohn and Ann DempsayDavid DentIshor DhakalJennifer DoeringGregory and Denise DorinAllison DorniedenJames and Linda DorseyEdmund and Jane DraheimHeather EdwardsFrank and Deborah Ehrig Macarius EladSantiago Enriquez JrCarol EricksonGermaine EwingNancy Fay

Joseph FelkerPam FermShirley FieldsBarbara FinnieLeroy and Sylvia FlemingMichael FrancisElvia FrancoVanessa GarciaRosa Maria GarciaRay GarciaSharon GarciaEd GarlandTammi Garland Charles and Mary GarlandDon and Sally GarlingHelen GarnerBernie and Roberta GendelJames GerickeAnita GerlachTom GermanJames GibbonsCandice GilliattSamuel GonzalezGerald GoodmanWilliam GrecoSarah GrovesGeeta GuptaGuillermo GuerreroRebecca GutierrezAaron and Vaty HahnWhitey HambrickKarey HarperMary HarrisTimothy HarrisonRobyn HatfieldDavid HeldPaulette HenyzenCecy HernandezRocio HernandezRigo and Maria HernandezJavier HernandezEvelyn HernandezCaroline HesterValerie HiteJames and Judith HockingGaby HollerithKaren Hong

Pam HorvathSelene HunterInland Regional CenterLjot InglisJC Penney Change for the Better CampaignJoyce JessoeSusan JohnsonJackie JohnsonBarbara JohnstonDonna JonesCarrie JoyceLouis JuarezBrigitte KamelMarjorie KaneDave KellyRichard and Karen KendallThomas KenneyLisa Kissell-ToddJack KroonenRaquel KruegerRhonda KurtzCharles La SargeCristyana LacayoAshley LacourAlyssa LambertSugam LangerDeidre LangleyLorrie LarityRobert LaskoDavid and Anita LaVelleCynthia LeCynthia LeamyTracy LechRichard LeeTania LeyvaRobin LieTevia LindowSusan LipsonDavid LockardJose LoeraSally LopezChuck LusinJennifer LusinSteve MacKallMike MacquilliamDonna Maddox

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PEPPERMINT RIDGE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AS OF DECEMBER 2017

EXECUTIVE BOARD DIRECTORS AT LARGE Chairperson: Mike Ryan Linda BatesVice Chair: David Seltzer Denea BreitenbucherTreasurer: David Waltemeyer Dawn Marie Lemonds Secretary: George Guayante Joseph M. Pendergast Suzanne Rawson Dennis Sandoval Emily A. Stillion David Twitchell

Joyce MalleMary ManeewongwathanaMatthew ManfrediRachel ManfrediPhilip MannSusie Mason DanaDavid MasterCheyenne MaturoMcDonald's Store #8036Elizabeth McQuaid SublettKimberly McDonaldAmanda McElroySandy McGinnisPaula McIntyreEvelyn McKennaCarol MelvilleEllen MendelDon MessnerKenneth MikkeksenEugene and Paula MontanezElaine MonteonBeth MoodyTony MoralezDonna MoussalliWilhelmina MuellerRose Marie MumbyBrenda MurilloTanya NavaretteJuan NavarroNetwork For GoodSara NeumanDenise NicholsLucille NiessenBarbara NixonJoseph Ochoa

Brian O'ConnellAdam OliverosLarry and Margit OlsonPhillip OrrBarbara OswaldJon and Jeanine OttJoanna PadillaParamount Container & Supply, Inc.Camille ParilloShavona ParkerLyle ParrishTim and Tonya ParulskiPeter PerezJames PetersJohn PetersonPaula PetrottaLong PhanKevin PidgeonTiffany PowellJohn PriceStephanie PridmoreGary PrzygockiShannon QuachEthan QuezadaMarisela RamirezDavid RamthunFrederick and Carrol ReisenauerSusan RevelesKelly ReynoldsLinda RodrickMichael RodriguezLeann RoqueFrank and Neelam RozarioLisette RosePhil Ross

Javier RuizRay and Judy RussellAlvir SadhwaniLyndia SanchezSteven SanchezSanta Ana Church of the FoothillsBernice Santa MariaRosie SantiagoErica SantiagoJoe SantoroSue SaputoCarla SasdelliJim SauterCharles SaylesFrank ScottElizabeth Scott-JonesWilliam SecklerRodney and Mercedes SeilerPunit ShahStephanie ShapiroTom and Mary ShermanFiona SimonJennifer SinnottChelsea SinskeBetty SlaterMaria SnavelyDonald SnyderPhillip SolanoMarie SpencerDarrus SpoonJoyce StewartKathleen StewartRobert and Janet StiensSusan StohrerBetsy Sublett

Nathan TacsikRichard TejadaGeorge and Sharon ThompsonDaniel ThompsonPaul ThoroMarci TielJonny ToddRobert ToledoKarie TorresTheo TowerDerek and June TrehernePhillip and Shelley TropKirsten TwichellRonald and Karen UryJoy VillalobosThomas and Rae WarnerStephen WattsShirley WayneAnn WeatherlyNatasha WestenbergerJanie WeybrightMargaret WilliamsDwight WilsonElaine WinerDiane WingCynthia WooKrista YachechakMerrie YoungEleanor YoungShosnana YudinStella ZapataShirley ZinkRoberta ZuzioEvery effort has been made to be sure names andreferences are correct. We apologize for inadvertent errors or omissions.

Faithful Donors

Peppermint Ridge is a United Way participating agency and a member of the United Church

of Christ Council for Health and Human Service Ministries.

Peppermint Ridge is designated as a 501(c)(3) agency under the Federal Revenue Code.

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OUR MISSION Peppermint Ridge is a community which provides loving homes and empowering support services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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RememberingNancy A. Newman had a huge heart and a spirit that was creative and loving. Sherecognized the good in others and took the time and effort to lift them up by herwords and deeds. Nancy joined The Ridge family in 1995 when her brother, Paul,moved to Del Park. Although Paul passed away in 2003, Nancy continued her strongsupport of Peppermint Ridge with gifts of time and treasure until her passing inNovember 2017. As a member of the Roger Jeffery Guardian Circle, Nancy’s foresight and gen-erosity in naming Peppermint Ridge in her estate plan helped us continue to providequality care to each Ridger.