BEING “FRIENDS”

THE FRIENDS OF THE DOVER COUNCIL ON AGING, a 501(c)3 organization exists to provide financial support to the Council on Aging. Our particular focus is to assist with “beyond-budget” expenses that expand and enhance the programs of the COA.

During the past year “Friends” have

Purchased a hearing loop and paid for its installation in Room 108 at the Caryl Community Center

Funded buses for COA outings like the day long trips for the Cape Cod Canal tour and the Newport Flower Show as well as overnight trips to New York City and Montreal

Provided “Sand for Seniors” during the harsh winter months

Provided gift certificates as door prizes at luncheons

Funded Lifetime Learning classes for all of Dover’s residents

Purchased 25 music stands for use with programs such as ukulele classes

Provided coffee and tea to those who visit the COA office/lounge

Paid presenter fees for COA classes

Provided yarn for the knitting group’s outreach projects

Established and furnished plaques “In Memory of” and “In Appreciation of” friends of “Friends”

To provide these benefits, “Friends” have raised funds through

Sorting bottles/cans at the Dover Transfer Station deposit collection trailer in May

Hosting the Annual “Up in Smoke” BBQ in June

Selling a variety of crafted items made by senior volunteers (i.e. scarves, hats, towels, etc.) at our Dover Days booth in September

Hosting the Jazz Brunch at the Dover Legion in October
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Offering membership to people of all ages in this great organization ALL YEAR LONG

COMPLETE THE MEMBERSHIP FORM

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Friends of the Dover COA

Enhancing the Well Being of Dover Seniors

MEMBERSHIP FORM

Being a “Friend” is being responsive to the needs of the Council on Aging and the community it serves. Joining this organization offers all of us in the Dover community a chance to be part of this valuable effort.

Dover residents, family, friends, and neighbors – join now.

Make checks payable to The Friends of the Dover COA, and mail to:

Friends of the Dover COA, Box 130, Dover, MA 02030.

OR visit our website to join:

Name ______

Address ______

Town/State/Zip ______

Telephone ______

E-Mail ______

Please check one: ____ new member(s) _____renewal

Level of Membership (Per Person): Circle the one you wish to use.

Friend: $20 Patron: $50 Sweetheart: $100 Exceptional Friend: $______

All contributions are tax deductible. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

“Friends” Board Members: Alexis Dandretta, Maureen Dilg, Bill Herd, Michele Keleher, Beth McGaw, Linda Pettit, Tricia Terrell, Phil Trotter, Jack Walsh, Gerry Wise