River Valley S.R.A.

Sometimes it's really hard to believe that River Valley Special Recreation Association is already 20 years old.  As for myself it's even more unbelievable that I have had the privilege of being the Executive Director for 15 of those 20 years.  It is our sincere hope that you have found as much enjoyment participating in our acivities as we have providing them for you.  It is also our hope that you will continue the journey with us in whatever way helps you meet your social and recreational needs. 
      
The need or importance of our services is evident in the lives of the people that rely on River Valley SRA.  Not only do the participants have a great time being involved in programs but the parents also seem to appreciate the opportunities that are available to their sons and daughters.  Participants choose when and how often they want to participate and have been afforded some amazing opportunities through the events, programs, trips and projects that are available.  Social interaction with peers is key in the programming and we see that benefit when we get a smile, a high five or a hug from one of the participants.

It's been said that it's hard to predict the future, but by sharing our accomplishments with you, I think it's fair to say the future is bright.  Our past successes are many, but there is one that stands out and deserves mentioning.  In September of 2003 River Valley purchased it's own building to call home.  This would not have been possible without many years of good fiscal responsibility and dreaming.  Continued support from parents, caretakers, volunteers, the board of commissioners and our three member districts certainly played a major role in us realizing a dream that we had for many years.

Thank you for giving us so many wonderful memories over the last 20 years.  We look forward to many more.

Sincerely,
Tom Breitenbucher
Executive Director