We’re On A Mission In October
October’s public service outreach will benefit Mission of Mercy, a mobile medical and dental program headquartered in Frederick that serves 5,000 patients annually at nine clinic sites. GFAF member donations will be auctioned off at Mission of Mercy’s November Gala with all proceeds benefiting the uninsured, underinsured and those needing healthcare who “fall through the cracks” of our system.
A little bit about Mission of MercyWhen you get a toothache, how long does it take you to see your dentist? When you have the flu, are you able to call a doctor and be treated? The big question is: Do you have health insurance? If you do, you probably don’t think twice about it, but over 17,000 Frederick County citizens agonize over these very situations because they do not have health insurance. Mission of Mercy has been providing care to the working poor of Frederick County for over 15 years through the generosity of volunteer doctors, dentists, nurses and staff. Mission of Mercy receives no government funding and relies on private donations from foundations, corporations and people just like YOU. For most of us being sick is an inconvenience. For our patients, it is a catastropheBring your donations to “Building Your Personal Brand” on October 15th and receive a door prize ticket as our thank you for supporting Mission of Mercy.Wished for auction items:• Gift cards of any denomination to restaurants, shops, services, itunes, etc.• Gift Baskets• Auction-worthy itemsMonetary donations are also welcomedTo learn more about Mission of Mercy please visit their website at www.amissionofmercy.org or call 301.682.5683A big thank you to Natalie Wheeler of American Public University System for donating her time and design talents to designing Mission of Mercy’s brochure and postcard.
