In 2010 we sponsored a third All-Class Alumni Music Benefit Concert. We honored Susan Yank Porter. class of '58 for her contributions to the field of Music. The proceeds from this concert benefited the BHS Music Program. The BHS Music program does not receive an operating funds (only teachers salaries are paid) so in order to make the Music Program successful, fund raising by the Foundation allows for a growing program.

In the spring of 2011 we will sponsor another Brothers Four concert. Look for announcements and ticket information on the foundation web site.

Of course we will continue with the Annual Ballard Night at the Mariners. A date will be chosen after the beginning of 2011. Enjoy an enjoyable evening at Mariner Field. It is always a great evening of baseball and of being with fellow Ballard supporters.

On August 2, 2011, the 11th Annual Ballard High Golf Classic, the Vic Salvino Golf Tournament, will be held at The Golf Club at Newcastle. The location is spectacular and the greens are great. Proceeds from the golf tournament in 2010 benefit the 22 team athletic program, a Certified Athletic Trainer, marching band, pep band and dance and cheer squad. In 2010 over $114,000 was raised and proceeds went to all of the teams along with a contribution that enables BHS to have a full-time athletic trainer. We can only continue to do these things if you sponsor and play in the tournament. More information will be forthcoming about the Golf Classic.

This year we intend to emphasize the BHS Foundation Endowment. We have over $250,000 in the Endowment now and have a goal of $1,000,000. We encourage you to make sure that the BHS Foundation is in your will and part of your planned giving. The BHS Foundation is not an endowed Foundation and must raise new funds for every project undertaken. The Endowment would ensure the life of the Foundation and the continued support to enrich the education of the students at Ballard High. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about the Endowment Fund.

We also encourage you to get involved and volunteer your time and expertise by becoming a member of Board of Directors. It not only is a tremendous, energetic group to work with, but seeing the results of the efforts of the Foundation at school and with the students, it is very rewarding. The Board is made up of alumni representing classes 1942-1994 plus community members. We are organized by committees and our goal is fundraising. Please consider joining us.

So as you can see, a very busy year is in place for 2010-2011. I am honored to serve as the Foundation's fifth President and need you to help me make this a record year. I grew up in Ballard and graduated from Ballard High School in 1958. I am active with my classmates and work to have a reunion with my class every five years. I am a very proud to be a Beaver!