Retread…We’re Official!!!
July 1, 2008
Yesterday, June 30, 2008, Retread received it’s determination letter from the IRS. We are finally an official 501c3 Public Charity and we are very excited!
It has seemed like a long road and it has taken a ton of hard work, but in less than a year, we’ve completed a process that takes some people years to finally achieve. I’m very proud of all the people who have supported us along the way, through their financial giving and many, many, prayers.
This means so much to our organization. We can now officially receive funds that are tax deductible and those who contribute can receive a deduction for their donation. We’re ready now to start applying for grants, and corporate funding. Sky’s the limit for our organization and the kids we serve will reap the benefits.
So, today I say thanks to all of you who have hung with us during this past year. Thanks for helping us see a dream turn into a reality. Thanks for your prayers and for your encouraging support. Thanks for your advice and direction and thank you for caring enough about the oppressed and marginalized of this world, to help our organization get to a place where we can truly serve our community.
We’re moving forward and great things are coming for Retread. I’m so excited and can’t wait to share with you all God has in store for us.
I told you last night but seeing this blog, I’ll tell you again. I am so proud of you and proud to be your wife and a part of Retread. God is and will do great things. Love you!
That is awesome news! I can’t wait to see the impact that your organization can continue to have in our community and in the world!
It’s fun and exciting! We’ll just keep doing as God leads us and pray that lives are changed in the process. At least we are having fun along the way!