With over 700 Self Advocates present, Friday’s annual SAI picnic was a resounding success. This was the largest ever picnic and kicked off the new election cycle for the SAI Board of Directors.
One of the constant reminders throughout the picnic is how important so many people were to not only the success of the picnic but to the lives of people. The entire INARF staff was present to help with many tasks from parking to snow cones - and thanks to them my photography equipment was not ruined in the rain- thanks guys. A special thank you also to the entire staff of The Arc of Indiana who were there as well.
We had numerous providers that made it possible for people to come from all corners of the state by making tranportation and staff available.
The leadership of the state was there from FSSA, the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, IPMG and many more. The health screening by Indiana Special Olympics was busy all day and was a great addition to the day.
Helpers and support staff from each of the SAI chapters were present and our state board were remarkable as always. Thanks again for all you do.
Soon we will have photos up for people to order on line as in the past.
It was a great day added to the fact over 400 items of food were donated and taken to a food pantry on Saturday morning that works with homeless families in need. They were greatly appreciative of this effort and one we hope will only continue to grow in the future.
All in all a wonderful day with lots of people who made it possible. Once again our thanks to all.
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Glad to hear it was a success. I know how much time and effort it can take to put something like that together! It’s always nice when you get to enjoy the hard work paying off. I know a lot of people will be helped because of this event.
Great motivation