Announcing the donation of the quilt, ‘Desert Dreams’, a 56” x 72” throw or lap quilt, to the 2021 FAUSA quilt raffle! The colors are a soothing blend of the warm yet vibrant colors in nature seen in the morning or evening. Be watching for ticket sales to be announced! Thank you Kathy C.! Throughout…
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20th Anniversary Highlights Magazine
We are pleased to announce The 20th Anniversary edition of Highlights Magazine is now published. This issue covers all of 2020 and the previous 19 years of Getaways, fundraising and leadership. It is full of pictures, testimonials and historical information about FAUSA, and it is a must read. Many thanks to our editor, Jane Indreland, and…
FAUSA’s First Virtual Annual Meeting and Getaway sets a record!
While 2020 was a historic year from so many perspectives, October 3, 2020 was a day FAUSA can cheer about!! Our first virtual Annual Meeting held on the Zoom platform was followed by the Silent and Live Auctions held on OneCause, another first! We welcomed the most number of participants in our 20-year history! We…
Ways to Help during the Covid-19 Pandemic
by Therese Hartwell Over the last few weeks the world has turned upside down. Covid-19 has impacted all of our lives but has also reminded us how interconnected we are. Many of us are accustomed to responding to a crisis by going “out there” to help, but now we are advised that the best way…
2019 Getaway and Annual Meeting Recap
The 2019 Getaway and Annual Meeting held in Detroit was a great event in the Motor City and home of Motown. Rick Chizmadia really showed us how his hometown is truly experiencing a rebirth and renaissance. From the welcome cocktail for Board members generously hosted by Carol-Lyn and Steve McElvey in their gorgeous home; to…
2018 Annual Meeting and Getaway Gala Fundraising Recap
Posted by Marilee Watts, Director of Philanthropy The 2018 Getaway and Annual Meeting was surely a ‘Weekend to remember with friends I can’t forget!’ The DC Planning Committee really deserves all the kudos, the SHOUT OUTS, and FAUSA’s eternal gratitude for their excellent attention to every detail of the weekend. My special thanks go to…
