Financial Gifts

The Spectrum Network has made a remarkable impact on communities for more than 35 years, serving hundreds of men and women. We are a private, non-profit organization, and an increasing part of our revenue comes from private donors.

Our costs are driven by the services we provide. We have a relatively high staff-to-client ratio, and as a result we maintain extremely high quality of services. Virtually all of our staff members, including managers, are intensely involved in helping clients.

Our small size also allows us to tailor our services to meet each client's individual needs, and fill in gaps that might otherwise become obstacles to success.

Most of our clients have very limited financial resources and rely on government funding sources like Medicare. The remainder of our operating costs must be met by resources such as private donations.

Your financial support is more important than ever now, as we continue to grow our services. In 2009, we expanded our offerings for high school students who are transitioning to adult resources. We are also reaching a new population of clients diagnosed with substance abuse.

We invite you to consider your many options for giving:

• Individual gifts to our annual fund
• Gifts through your estate plan
• Gifts to our endowment fund
• Contributions to special fundraising events
• Planned giving

Planned giving is our monthly giving program that is a great way to show your support for The Spectrum Network and our mission all year long. These monthly donations provide us a reliable source of funding which allows us to plan for the future, provide supports and hope of an integrated life for the people we serve.

To participate in The Spectrum Network’s Monthly Giving program or to make any financial gift please contact Brenda Olson at bolson@thespectrumnetwork.org or telephone 563-382-8401 or write to us at The Spectrum Network, PO Box 22, 607 Washington Street, Decorah, IA, 52101.

Thank you for supporting our mission of removing barriers and obstacles for people so we can all live and work in an integrated community!

Please let us know if you would like to be recognized and honored as one of our valued supporters!

The Spectrum Network is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We accept contributions by check, credit card and gifts of stock.

Thank you for supporting The Spectrum Network and our mission to create customized solutions that help men and women live and work in the community.