American Diabetes Association

Friends and Colleagues,

I want to apologize in advance for the impersonal nature of this request;
but, I believe that the potential results may justify the means. I am
requesting that each of you strongly consider making a contribution to the
American Diabetes Association. My sister, Valerie, who is a school teacher
at the Rice School has organized a "School Walk" to benefit the ADA.
Although I am always reluctant to solicit contributions from my friends and
co-workers, I feel emotionally compelled to do so this time. In addition to
my sister's involvement in this fund raiser, my brother Steven was diagnosed
several years ago with Adult On-Set Juvenile Diabetes and I have seen first
hand what a terrible disease this can be to manage. There is good news, as
many of you know. The research in this area has made great strides in recent
years and I am encouraged that someday soon there will be a cure.

In this regard, I would truly appreciate any contribution that each of you
might be able to make. Something as small as $5.00 would be great. (although
if your pockets are full and you want to give more that is ok too) I would
be forever grateful if, through the donations that I am able to collect, I am
able to make a difference. Please feel free to send your checks via
inter-office mail or stop by if you wish. Thank you for your consideration.

With much appreciation,

Stuart