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Chriss relocated to her hometown in Chetek, Wis. and accepted an invitation to speak to
the Lions Club. She shared not only pieces
of her life with Stephen, but how their
experiences together prepared her to share in the lives and stories of those who served at
Ground Zero following the Sept. 11 attacks.

As you can see Stephen is always close,
both in Chriss's heart and in the presence
of Stephen's little red shoes.

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The work of Stephens Hope:

· advocating for and ministering to families affected with disabilities;
· publishing the stories of our lives to build a bridge of understanding and sharing the hope that lives in our families;
· offering congressional testimony and taking our stories to the people who can change the laws which affect all of us;
· reaching out to the community through educational programs;
· challenging the perception of value

Is built upon the generosity of our donors all over the world and all contributions, large or small, regular or occasional, go towards helping us make a difference in the lives of children's and families.

Remember, one day a mother went to Congress and changed the hearts of the people she met. Everyone told Chriss there was was no way one person could make a difference, but one life can make a difference. By sharing her story, by helping our leaders see the real lives of families and children affected by disabilities, doors were opened and they remain open.

Your donations help: · support the PUBLISHING efforts of Stephen's Hope; (payal) There have been many requests for the revised version of "Eagle Doctor: Stories of Stephen" which won the Children's Hospice International Charles A. Coors Award for Literature. The updated version, "Stephen, My Throw Away Child" which includes the final years of Stephen's life and the events that surrounded his death, will be published in 2008. "PLAY: Bring the Party Home" A Recipe Book For Fun, will teach caregivers, family and friends how to incorporate fun in the often precarious world of a medically fragile child, is underway. "The Day the Flags Fall" written by Stephen, illustrated by Ray K----- and translated in 9 different languages by 2007 Gesundheit! medical students, will be released in 2008. · support the OUTREACH efforts of Stephen's Hope; (paypal) Many organizations are unable to financially afford bringing a speaker of Chriss's renown to their community. Hope and opportunity should not be dependent upon financial ability. Stephen's Hope provides these organizations with the opportunity to hear the message of hope and healing, and practical lessons about caring for children with disabilities that Chriss Nelson brings. Advocating for families requires that Chriss travel to the places where families and those who are making decision about their well-being are located. Your funds can support this effort.
Ways to donate: · A DIRECT CONTRIBUTION (paypal) You can specify where you would like your contribution to go or allow Stephen's Hope to decide where the money is needed most. · PURCHASE STEPHEN'S BOOK (paypal) Be renewed by the words that a young man who was once described as a "shell with no one inside" wrote about love, faith, and hope. THIS BOOK CONTAINS THE POEM THAT HAS GONE AROUND THE WORLD "THE DAY THE FLAGS FALL." STEPHEN'S PROPHETIC INSIGHT INTO THE TRAGEDY OF SEPT. 11, AN EVENT WHICH OCCURRED THREE MONTHS AFTER HIS DEATH.
Sending your contribution: Mailing address for contributions: Stephen's Hope Foundation P.O. Box 90 Chetek, Wisconsin 54728 Stephen's Hope is a 501C3 corporation. Your donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Stephen's Hope Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 90, Chetek, WI 54728

01/18/2008