I'm Grateful

How does a person say "thank you" when there are so many people to thank? Every time I step onto the ice, I think about the many people who havehelped me get to this level. My parents, my coaches and the people who have helped by making donations so that I can continue to compete.

At the present time, the cost of my skating is $20,000 a year. This amount includes ice time, coaching fees, off-ice training, skates, costumes, travel, and competition registration fees. This is about average for a skater at my level. My mom and dad do the best they can to pay for my skating but the increasing costs make it more difficult.

 

The New England Amateur Skating Foundation

The mission of the New England Amateur Skating Foundation is to help competitive skaters by defraying some of their ever-increasing expenses. With many skaters in need of support, the Foundation, a tax-exempt organization, offers the opportunity of sponsorship to anyone who would like to help.

What is the New England Amateur Skating Foundation (NEASF)? 

The NEASF is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to assist competitive amateur skaters. All Regional, Sectional, National and International skaters are eligible for assistance.

How Does The NEASF work? 

Donations are received from both individuals and corporations? The monies collected are then used to defray skating-related expenses.

How are the funds allocated?

 The NEASF Allocations Committee reviews its information about a skater and allocates funds accordingly. 
Information reviewed includes comments and recommendations of clubs, professionals and donors, as well as the experience and competitive level of the skater.

How does a skater receive money from the fund? 

The skater must submit a bill or bills signed by the skater as well as the head coach. If the skater is under 18 years of age, the bills must be signed by a parent and the head coach. Payment is made directly to the vendor or provider of the services.

What percentage of my donation actually goes to the skater?

 One hundred percent: The NEASF charges no fees and there are no deductions of any kind. All of the operating expenses of the Foundation are paid by volunteers. All donations are used to help the skaters.

Are Donations Tax-Deductible? 

The NEASF is tax-exempt under 501(C)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations, therefore, are usually deductible. You should consult with your tax accountant or advisor as to how your contributions is to be treated.

How should my donation check be made out? 

Please make your check payable to:
New England Amateur Skating Foundation or NEASF.
 Mail to the address below. Include a note that says: I/We would like to recommend that the funds be allocated to the benefit of Rachel Caley who currently resides and skates in Connecticut.

If you have further questions, please contact Herb Kaplan at:
New England Amateur Skating Foundation
P.O. BOX 6881
Providence, RI. 02940
Phone: (401) 861-9266 Fax: (401) 861-3628