As the holidays approach and we share our many blessings with loved ones, I ask that you focus your attention on giving back to your local community.  Easter Seals provides much needed services, from child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for disabled veterans.

This year, the CENTURY 21 brand has dedicated the week of December 12 – 16 as “Easter Seals Challenge Week.”  Our collective goal is to raise $2.1 million for this truly deserving charity in 2011.  As of the end of the third quarter, we have raised $854,000.  Now is the time to act! Together let’s exceed our goal and help those living with disabilities lead more independent lives.

The Challenge:

Please join me in this challenge.  Here are a few ways in which you may show your support today:

Donate now through the CENTURY 21 Easter Seals Champions Page

Order flowers through easterseals.com/flowersc21

Start your own Easter Seals Champions Page and use it as the catalyst with your sphere of influence.

Participate in Cartridges for Kids (Special December Recycling Promotion).

Your contribution makes the following services possible:

$250 = One week of after-school services for a child with developmental delays.

$500 = Five hours of physical therapy for a child with cerebral palsy.

$1,000 = One month of weekend respite to caregivers of aging parents with disabilities.

Remember to communicate with your local Easter Seals representative to be sure all donations are submitted and reported by 12/31/11 to receive credit for this year’s awards.  Contact the Easter Seals hotline with any questions at 800.551.6827 x5515