Morningstar Foundation, a not-for-profit corporation, exists to promote, hold assets and raise funds for the benefit of Rusty's Morningstar Ranch.

You can help raise funds for the Morningstar Foundation for Adults with Autism when doing everyday activities, like grocery shopping or searching for information on the Internet.

• Goodsearch.com - Use this search engine that donates 1/2 its revenue to charities - enter Morningstar Foundation for Adults with Autism and we will receive about $0.01 per search. Set Goodsearch as your homepage or download the Goodsearch toolbar.
• Thanks a Million - You can register in person by telling the clerk at the store or go online at www.bashas.com/charity. Morningstar Foundation's identificaiton number is 27177.
• eScrip - You can register online at www.escrip.com or call 800-801-4973. Have your Saveway Club Card number available and any other credit or department store cards you would like to register. Morningstar Foundations identification number is 10764250

Other ways to raise funds include:

• Arizona State Tax Credit - Depending on your filing status, Arizona State residents can donate up to $400 per year to be directly deducted from your contable income at tax time.
• Bequests - Remember Morningstar Foundation in your will. Bequests should be made to Morningstar Foundation.
• Donations - Tax-deductible donations are always welcomed, and lovingly received. Cash, real estate and securities are all accepted with gratitude. Some have named Morningstar Foundation as the beneficiary of their life insurance policy.
• Memorials - Honor the memory of friends or loved ones by contributing to the Foundation in his/her memory.
• Honoraria - Contributions in honor of birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions make a wonderful gift that continues to give, long after the celebration.

At present there are four main ways in which gifts are used:

1. General Operating
2. Building Fund
3. Endowment
4. Special Programs

You may stipulate your preference for one of these or another of your choice. In the absence of stipulation, gifts are used where they are most needed at the time they are received. Here is a needs list, please help if you can.

Rototiller
Railroad Ties
Pool Cover & Chemicals
Hay/Tack for Horses
Chain Saw
Carports
Phone System & Installation
Electrical Wiring for Ranch house and Installation
Cash

New Home Needs:
Full or Queen Size Bed and Frame
Skirting for Manufactured Home and Installation
Gravel for Driving and Grating Services
Cash

If any of the listed items can be donated, please contact our office.

Thank you for donations already made for our new home:

• Wash Machine - R & R Appliance
• Bedroom Set - TJ Stenquist
• Dishes & Coffie Pot - Terri Siddons
• Queen Size Bed Frame - Norm & Lois Smith
• Sheets and Blankets - Dave & Lynn Ewan
• Dining Room Table and Chairs - Chuck & Cheryl Gentles