To make a donation to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society....

I started working to raise money for this organization 9 years ago do to my friend John who wants no one to feel sorry for him and does not want handouts. Yes, John has lost coordination, sensation and some bodily functions, such as his ability to keep his balance, vision and his strength in his legs. When I realized that, the only thing I could do for him was to make more of awareness and do my part to raise money to find a cure, I went out of my way to raise all of the money that I could. The medication he takes for this debilitating disease costs over $2,000 and every time he has an M.S. attack, he gets that much worst. He can no longer drive (due to poor vision). He uses a walker to help him walk around and he gets very tired and stressed extremely easy. Now, I am asking all of you for helping me raise even more.

If you are interested in making a donation to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, please review below on where to send the donation.

Multiple sclerosis or MS is a chronic, often disabling disease that attacks the
central nervous system (CNS), which is made up of the brain, spinal cord,
and optic nerves. Symptoms may be mild, such as numbness in the limbs,
or severe, such as paralysis or loss of vision. The progress, severity, and
specific symptoms of MS are unpredictable and vary from one person to another. Today, new treatments and advances in research are giving new hope to people affected by the disease. The body’s own defense system attacks myelin, the fatty substance that surrounds and protects the nerve fibers in the central nervous system. The nerve fibers themselves can also be damaged.

To make a donation to Multiple Sclerosis, make checks out to the:
Multiple Sclerosis Association of America
&
Send them to: Linda Martins – Mann
PO Box 940996
Simi Valley, CA 93094

Thank you!

Linda Martins - Mann

PR Consultant

Background:

An accomplished Public Relations Specialist who has raised over $100,000 in the past 9 years as a volunteer for various non - profit organizations.
The ability to manage multiple events successfully, recruit volunteers for events, resolve problems as they arise, as well as be a team player.

Education:

University of Phoenix, Northridge, CA Communication
Marketing/Communication Bachelors Degree (In process)
Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Communication

Associations:

Member of Public Relations Association of America 2008
Member of IABC International Association 2008
Toastmaster Area Governor for the years 2006 - 2007
Public Relations for local school board candidate in 2006
Published over 50 Newspaper articles for non-profit organizations
Guest speaker for local civic organization such as; Kiwanis weekly meeting
OPEN Member (Outstanding Professional Employment Network)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Multiple Sclerosis Society, Santa Barbara, CA 1999 – 2008
American Diabetes Association, Ventura, CA
Public Relations/Fundraising Coordinator
·Marketing specialist with 9 years of program planning and business development for highly successful self-supporting non-profit organization
·Media spokesperson for fundraising event on numerous radio, television and newspaper ads
·Readily accept new challenges and highly conscientious in the planning, follow-through and organization of new projects
·Originated Annual Dining for Dollars Dinner over past 9 years and raised over $100,000
·Designed new web sites for annual fund raisers
·Recruited over 5000 individuals for walk-a-thon and designed advertisements for radio and television
·Excellent communication skills with substantial public speaking/presentation experience
·Easily establish rapport and interact well with management, staff and clientele to easily create annual fund raising events
·Created over 10,000 flyers and letters for advertising
·Developed marketing strategies which included presentations, print materials, public speaking and fund raising to promote program to raise awareness within the community
·Influenced Countrywide Home Loans (employment) to match 100% of donors raising over $150,000 in 9 years.

Shell Oil Company, Foodmart Division, Simi Valley, CA 1988 –1999
Assistant Manager
·Awarded “Employee of the month” and “Year” multiple times for outstanding job performance and dedication to customer service.
·Promoted to Assistant Manager; proofread all correspondence
·Balanced daily accounts receivables and oversaw bank deposits
·Edited business correspondences accurately
·Enhanced public relations through positive customer service