MMM F_NAME L_NAME TITLE COMPANY ADDRESS CITY,ST ZIP March 4, 1999 Dear LTR_NAME: CCI has come a long way in the last five years. We've worked hard to structrue the organization so that we've ready to move boldly into the next century, and I believe that we have an exciting and successful future ahead of us. One of the areas we've decided to focus on is development. It's clear that if we don't increase our base of private funding, we won't have the kind of control we need to ensure the continued success of our centers and the very important services they offer. In 1998, CCI served 31,484 individuals right in their own backyards. Where else would that many people turn if CCI weren't there to help? The community initiatives committee is working with our development office to put together a long-range fundraising plan that will ultimately bring more money into our centers. This in turn will help us to increase and even improve the services we offer. With this in mind, I am asking each one of you to make a personal contribution of $50, $100 or even $1,000 to show that you believe in the work that we do and are willing to support it with both your time and your finances. This way when we go out to ask for community support and are asked about our board giving level, we can show our in-house commitment through 100% board participation. I also encourage you to seek additional support through your company, church, or service organization. I know that our staff and committee members will be happy to go with you to talk to these group if you need their help. We're at an exciting juncture and it won't be long until we start seeing solid results from our efforts. Your financial support of the development process is just one step in making CCI a stronger, more efficient and ultimately more effective federation of service providers. Please, make your contribution today. Sincerely, J.Chris Graffeo Chair P.S. If you have any questions, feel free to call Valery De Long at CCI, 638-3360 x23.