MDFPA - 2024 YEAR in REVIEW and FUTURE OUTLOOK

2023 presented plenty of challenges for 2024 with a lack of attendance at the various events we worked so diligently on.

All to bring some fun gatherings to various communities.

No events means no chance at fundraising to make a greater impact on our future plans. Each event becomes a catalyst for the next event as we “leap-frog” the raised funds from one event to the next.

As a result no events were planned for 2024, which means other methods had to be created to replace what we would typically raise through events.

We posed this problem on our most beautiful scientists seeking a solution.

It seemed like an easy task…

2 goes into 4 …Carry the one and divide by…

We added new workshops for adults as well as children.

Opened up more connections with park districts, community facilities and created more partnerships with other non-profits to compliment our offerings.

SPECIAL THANKS

to our

Artist Spotlight

guests

Lee Thompson (puppeteer), Brenna MacMillan (banjo picker, songwriter), Amsterdam Magic (magic troupe), Conni Burke (puppeteer), Mel Biske (puppeteer), Julie Eng (magician, historian), David Merlin (magician), David Stephens (puppeteer, banjo player), John Measner (magician), Chanelle Munroe (magician), Rachel Frawley (puppeteer), Smarty Pants (balloon artist)