August 15, 2008

Dino and Jason,

I just wanted to send a quick thank you for all that you have done for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Community. I was not surprised at all when you both stepped up to the plate and allowed people to come into the bar and do fundraisers especially for the ACT Ride.

While I was out on the ACT Ride going up and down the hills, I was able to reflect on a few things and one of the most important thing that I really focused on was how fortunate I am to have such great and amazing people in my life. Not only do you have an amazing business, you both are true and compassionate in helping educate, prevent and help person’s living with HIV/AIDS live a quality life. My job at the AIDS Network puts me in the front line of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and I have realized that one cannot do it alone. Our jobs are far from over to finally put this disease to an end, however with your support on fundraisers such as the ACT Ride, AIDS Network Bingo, Mil-Maid Bowling and the other various fundraisers that you support, out job is made easier. Also, after Felicia’s passing, you were one of the first one’s to step up and want to ensure that her legacy of the Holiday Gift Drive continued which words can not describe how much that means to the clients that I support.

I also wanted to give a big thank you to both you and your staff for our Welcome Home Party. It was great to see everyone getting together and celebrating a big milestone in our lives.

I am sure that you have seen the total that we have raised (so far) through the ACT 6 Ride. It’s because of people like you both that we have been able to raise over $287,000!

Once again, thanks for ALL you do!

Your Friend,

Danno