We bid farewell to 2011

First of all, we thank all of you who gave so generously in 2011 to help us provide our important care to children. We truly could not have done this without you.

We also want to alert you to the wonderful recognition that several of our volunteers earned in 2011:

In March, the Womens' International Network honored our founder and Global Executive Director, Leela Rao, with its Outstanding Service Award for 2010, during an event in Los Angeles that was podcast around the world;

In May, The US Child Life Council presented our Board member Sheila Palm, the Child Life Manager at Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota, with its Distinguished Service Award, the CLC's highest honor;

In November, the University of Minnesota presented our Chairman, Dr. Kumar Belani, (Professor of Surgery, Anesthesiologist,McKnight Presidential leadership chair) with its award for Global Engagement, which recognizes "outstanding contributions to global education and international programs."

In November, East Carolina University honored Board member Priti Desai with its special Creed Week honor, for personifying the values of the East Carolina Creed: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, and Global Citizenship.

So we find no shortage of reasons--and again, no shortage of thanks to all of you.

Best wishes for a very happy and prosperous 2012.

All of us at The Priyanka Foundation