HDC Booster Organization
What is the Booster Organization?
We are a group of people who promote and assist the mission of the Handicapped Development Center. Our motto is “We do, so they can.”
 What do the Boosters do?
We provide recreational activities for HDC participants including:
- Halloween, Christmas, and
Valentine’s Day Dances
- A picnic in the fall
- A bowling league
We advocate and lobby for issues that effect people with disabilities through:
- Bus trips to Des Moines
- Letter writing campaigns to legislators
- Informing our membership and the broader community about important issues
We raise funds to help enhance services at HDC by:
- Doing an Annual Cash Raffle
- Organizing a Holiday Nut and Candy Sale
- Having an Annual Garage Sale
- Participating in the Birdies For Charity program
- Selling Quad Cities Dining Tour Books
We keep people informed through:
- A monthly newsletter
- Sponsoring informational luncheons
- Tours of the Center
What do you do with the money raised throughout the year?
Besides paying for the recreational activities provided to the HDC participants, we also make donations to the Center to purchase items that enhance services. The following items have been made possible through the Booster Organization:
- Automatic door openers
- Computer work stations
- A wheelchair accessible van
- Production equipment in Employment Services
- Furniture in the residential programs
- Much, much more!
Knowing the importance of ensuring the long-term future of the Center, we have also made substantial contributions to the HDC Endowment Fund.
Who are members of the Boosters?
We are parents, siblings, family members, and friends of individuals receiving services at HDC. Anyone can be a Booster. You just have to care about the cause and have a willingness to help. Associate Booster members are businesses in the community who support the Center’s mission through their place of business.
 How much does it cost to become a member?
Annual membership fees are $10 for either an individual, family, or Associate membership.
How do I join?
Call the Center at 563-391-4834 or e-mail.
Booster Activities
Next Meeting
The Boosters take a summer hiatus. The next meeting will be held on September 21st at 1 p.m.
Raffle
The Boosters are sponsoring a raffle fundraiser with prizes of $1000, $500, and $250. Tickets cost $1.00 or you can buy a book of 12 for $10.00. They are available from any Booster member or by calling the Center at 563-391-4834.
Dining Books
The 2010-2011 dining books are now available. Click here for a list of participating restaurants.
Nut and Candy Sale
The 2010 Nut and Candy Sale will be here before you know it. Stay tuned for more information.
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