Walker Fund Grant
On May 28, 2008, Mobility Unlimited Executive Director Glory Cooper proudly accepted a check for $10,000 from Oregon Community Foundation board member Lyn Hennion. The funds from the Reed and Carolee Walker Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation are restricted to Jackson County residents needing funding assistance and who meet our criteria. For more information on the Reed & Carolee Walker Fund see www.ocf1.org.
raises over $82,000 for Mobility to Employment Program
On Saturday, March 1, 2008, nearly 200 supporters raised their paddles high knowing that 100% of their donations would go directly to funding client mobility equipment needs like wheelchairs, motorized wheelchair lifts, hand controls, vehicle modifications, grab bars, shower chairs, and wheelchair ramps. Our clients, who are physically disabled, use this mobility equipment as a pillar to maintaining employment, self-sufficiency and independence. Mobility Unlimited provides the access for its clients to meet their own or their family’s basic needs of food, shelter, and clothing- alleviating tax-payer burdens for needs that may not otherwise be met. Mobility Unlimited would not exist without the support of individuals, corporate sponsors, foundations, and volunteers like you.
Client guest speaker, Bonnie Seibert-Gaulton stated at the auction “The encouragement, support, and guidance I received from Mobility Unlimited kept me on task and I was determined to achieve my goal. I had been stuck… but not anymore. I am back out in the world and my independence means the world to me. I have too much to give, contribute, and to learn in my life. I am lucky to have this second chance. Thank you Mobility Unlimited."
Thank you to our Auction 2008 Sponsors
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Emerald- $1,000 and up |
Ruby- $500 to $999 |
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Comnet Marketing Group |
Asante Health System |
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Majors Medical Supply |
Combined Transport, Inc |
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The Scooter Store |
Gold & Gems Goldcraft West, Inc |
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Minuteman Press |
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Sapphire- $300 to $499 |
OfficeScape, Inc |
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Access Conversions- Klamath Falls |
Phoenix Pharmacy |
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Ashland Community Hospital |
Providence Medford Medical Center |
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Cardiovascular Institute of Southern Oregon, LLC |
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Harry & David |
Underwriting |
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Lithia Motors |
Anna Maria Creekside |
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Mobility Access Options, Inc |
Bob Bailey |
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Moss Adams LLP, CPA’s |
Jahnke Heating & A/C, Inc |
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PremierWest Bank |
JELD-WEN |
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Preston & Preston CPA’s |
Jo & Neal Smith |
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Ramsden Financial Services |
Kaylor Electric |
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Regence BlueCross BlueShield |
Larry Boeck |
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Welburn Electric, Inc |
Pacific Electrical Contractors, Inc |
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Pot Rack, Jacksonville |
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In-kind Sponsors |
Sherry & Dean Serkes |
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KCMX RadioMedford |
Tim Butte |
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KOBI/KOTI Channel 5 |
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SpringHill Suites Marriott |
Ongoing Corporate Sponsors |
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Used Car Factory- Terry Anderson |
Comnet Marketing Group |
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Coffee Break Services |
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In-Kind Donations |
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A Bandon Inn |
El Dorado Hotel Casino |
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry |
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A Secret Garden Bed & Breakfast |
Elmer's Restaurant |
Oregon Shakespeare Festival |
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A Taste Of Honey - Stan Mark |
Embarcadero Resort Hotel & Marina |
Oregon Zoo |
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Abby's Pizza |
Enterprise Car Rental |
Pacific Wine Club |
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Actors Cabaret of Eugene |
Evergreen Ballroom |
Panther Creek Cellars |
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Adea Winery |
Far Niente |
Papa Johns Pizza |
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Advanced Vision Wellness Center |
Fenouil Brasserie |
Peerless Restaurant & Hotel |
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Aerolist Photographers Inc |
Frank Rinna |
Pine Tavern Restaurant |
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Alexander's Framing |
Gates Home Furnishings |
Porter's |
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Allyson's of Ashland |
Gathering Glass Studio- Scott Carlson |
Portland Spirit |
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Alpacas at Lone Ranch |
Gervais Salon |
Portland Trailblazers |
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Anchor Ranch Alpacas, LLC |
Gogi's |
Raft the Rogue |
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Ann & Tim Butte |
Gold & Gems Fine Jewelry |
Ramey Wine Cellars |
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Applegate River Lodge |
Gold Vineyard |
Robert Biale Vineyards |
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Applegate Valley, Oregon Vintner's Association |
Granite Peak Winery |
Robert Foley Vineyards |
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Argyle Winery |
Great Cats World Park |
Rogue Opera |
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Art FX Jewelry |
Great Harvest Bread Company |
Rogue Regency Inn |
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Artists Repertory Theatre |
Guadalajara |
Rogue River Valley University Club |
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Ashland Food Co-op |
Heart & Hands |
Rogue Scuba |
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Ashland Springs Hotel |
Higgins Restaurant & Bar |
Rogue Valley Country Club |
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Atlantis Casino & Resort Spa |
Home & Hearth Patio |
Rogue Valley Symphony |
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Ava LaRue Boutique |
Hotel Elliott |
Roosters |
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Avi Casino Laughlin |
Hotel Monaco |
Ross Ragland Theater |
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Bambu |
Howard Prairie Resort |
Salon Jewel- Troy Brown |
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Barbara West |
Human Bean |
Saxum Vineyards |
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B'Ella |
Irelock Imaging |
Season's Catering- Donna Patella |
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Bella Union |
Jacksonville Inn |
Secret House Vineyards |
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Benton-Lane Winery |
Janet Eastman |
Segway of Jacksonville |
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Bethel Heights Vineyard |
Jerry's Rogue Jets |
Sensational Sweets |
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Bill & Kathleen Weil |
Jim Wise Golf Shop |
Sequoia Woods Country Club |
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Blockbuster Video |
Jon Showe |
Seven Feathers Hotel & Casino Resort |
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Bloomsbury Books |
Joni & Friends |
Sharon Antoine Matlock "Cher" |
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Blue Giraffe Day Spa |
Judy Morris |
Shasta Mt. Guides |
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Blue Iguana Jewelry |
Judy's Central Point Florist & gifts |
Shop River Rock |
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Brandborg Vineyard & Winery |
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurant Group |
Silvan Ridge |
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Bremer Family Winery |
Kramer Vineyards |
SOU, Dept of Theatre Arts |
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Britt Festivals |
La Strada |
Spa Jacksonville |
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Bruce & Nancy Hough |
Lassman’s Fine Eyewear |
Standing Stone Brewery |
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Bryce Vineyard |
Lava Lanes |
Sue Bennett |
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Camelot Theatre |
Light Garden Glass Art |
Taste Our Wine |
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Carlson Wagonlit Travel |
Lost Tracks |
Terra Firma |
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Cary's of Oregon |
Lucques |
The Campbell House Inn |
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Catherdral Ridge Winery |
Lumos Wine Company |
The Carlton Inn B & B |
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CC Nesberg |
Madrone Mountain |
The Eyrie Vineyards |
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Centennial Golf Club |
Mail Boat Trips |
The Glass Forge Studio & Gallery |
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Chamber Music Concerts |
Maizey's |
The Groomery |
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Chef Rich |
Martha Thye |
The Inn at Cannon Beach |
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Cheryl von Tress Design |
Mary Kay- Mindy Sacraida |
The Jacksonville Company |
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Ciao Vito |
Matt & Stacie Drewien |
The Jewelry Studio- Monte & Teresa |
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Claudia Cilloniz Marchini |
McAndrews Avenue Grill |
The Mark Spencer Hotel |
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Coming Attractions Theatre |
McCully House Inn |
The Mill Casino Hotel |
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Cosmetic & Family Dental Care |
McGrath's |
The Oval Door Bed & Breakfast |
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Crabtree Wholesale Jewelry |
McMenamins Pubs & Breweries |
The RRRink |
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Craterian Performances |
Meadow Lakes |
The Running Y Ranch |
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Crooked River Ranch Golf Course |
Medford Jazz Jubilee |
The Upham Hotel & Country House |
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Crossfit with Lu |
Medford Parks & Recreation |
The Waves Oceanfront Hotel |
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Curtius Huntley Plumbing |
Mike Dickenson |
The Westin Portland |
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Dagoba Chocolates |
Mobility Unlimited |
The Wharf |
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David & Kathleen Thompson |
Mt. Bachelor Inc |
Tumalo Feed Company |
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Destination Wilderness |
Myrtle Creek Golf Course |
Used Car Factory- Terry Anderson |
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Devitt Winery & Vineyard |
Naked Winery |
Valley View Nursery |
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Diamond Lake Resort |
Nickel & Nickel |
Voohries Mansion |
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Dinners Done Right |
Northwest Glass Designs |
Welburn Electric |
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Disney Corporation |
Nutrition 53 |
Wildlife Safari |
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Dreamsacks, Inc |
Omar's |
Willamette Repertory Theatre |
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Eagle Crest Resort |
Ona Beach Bed & Breakfast |
Willamette Valley Vineyards |
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Edenvale Winery |
Oregon Caberet Theater |
Yamhill Valley Vineyards |
ANNOUNCING
The Establishment Of
The James M. Collier Endowment Fund for Mobility Unlimited
James
M. Collier, a Rogue Valley Manor resident, has generously
donated $25,000 to establish an ongoing Endowment Fund for
Mobility Unlimited. Mr. Collier, an Iowa native who holds a
Masters Degree from Drake University, is an active and creative
philanthropist. He is shown below being recognized by Drake
University President David Maxwell for a substantial Collier
family gift to his alma mater.
Mr. Collier has also donated 60 Steinway Concert Grand Pianos to various arts organizations. We are extremely gratified to have Mr. Collier as a Mobility sponsor and admire his genuine humility. His words accompanying this most generous gift:
“Thank you for allowing me to contribute to such a wonderful cause.”
Again, we give you our heartfelt thanks for your generosity and welcome you to the growing ranks of Mobility supporters who recognize both the need and worth of our mission.
4th Annual Bridge the Gap Run raises $8,215
Our community came out to run & walk for
those that can’t
On May 3, 2008, nearly 30 volunteers came out on a beautiful morning to Railroad Park in Medford to cheer on the 193 runners and walkers who signed up for The Bridge the Gap Run. This event was introduced in 2005 by Chuck Whiteley of Best Tel, LLC. Southern Oregon Sizzler’s hosts and certifies The Run each year. Four beautiful etched glass trophies were presented in the 5K and 10K categories for fastest male and fastest female. In addition to ribbons and trophies, several quality raffle prizes were offered. Grand prize was a $100 Savings Bond donated by Premier West Bank along with a baseball signed by Steve Garvey.
Aware of the unique commitment of Mobility Unlimited, sponsors and in-kind donors were on board offering to participate. Major anchors included Premier West Bank, KTVL News Channel 10, Best Tel, LLC, Radio Medford, Airport Chevrolet and Pacific Source Saum Construction was a mile marker sponsor. Thank you to everyone who made this event popular and successful. Although our client’s need vary depending on the individual disability, the request we receive most often is for modifications like motorized wheelchair lifts and hand controls to make vehicles more accessible to the physically disabled. The reason for this popular request is because this equipment is not considered “medically necessary” by ANY health plan and therefore not covered. Ironically, this equipment is necessary for a physically disabled person to lead a normal and full life and pursue opportunities the rest of us enjoy. Unfortunately, this much needed equipment is also expensive! But, we are unique in that this is our commitment of assistance. We assist only those who want to help themselves and who strive to be independent, self-sufficient, and productive members of society.
Mark Towery pictured here at Bridge the Gap Run.
Our clients are required to participate in the promotional activities of Mobility Unlimited.
For more details about Bridge the Gap Run 2008, including more photos and the list of fabulous prizes drawn in the entry raffle, please visit http://www.bridgethegaprun.com