Dear ESFPA Board, Members, and Supporters,

It’s that time of year again-time to share the annual Log-a-Load For Kids letter and implore everyone to give generously to our Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. To make what is usually a long letter short, I’ll simply ask you to give because it’s a good thing to do.

After years of trying creative hooks, challenges, and gimmicks, we’ve learned that it’s the following facts that best
illustrate how impactful your donations can be: They save lives. They change children’s lives for the better. They make the hardest day in a family’s life just a little bit easier. They make miracles happen.
It’s really that simple.

So, once more, we ask you to dig into your pockets, pour the change out of the truck cup holder, or sit down and write us a check. Make your donation count. Encourage other folks to do the same. Do it now. Help set the pace.

The harder part of this letter is this: I have decided that 2025 will be my last year spearheading NYS Log-a-Load For Kids. These bones and muscles are tired. Joints need replacing. And, frankly, the ideas I have for raising money are tired, too.

Leading Log-A-Load has been a joy and a privilege for over 25 years, but it’s time for me to pass the torch.
What does that mean for what we’re asking of you? In addition to your monetary support and generous donation of goods, this year we really need some extra physical help at the Woodsmen’s Field Days in Boonville, August 15-17.

Physical help produces spiritual well-being for all involved. From the many years I’ve walked this journey, that is the truest thing I’ve learned. Friendly hands make light work. We’ve seen many faces over the years, all of them truly helpful and generous people. And we have a good time at the Log-A-Load booth. That’s part of why our volunteers come back year after year. It’s like playing in the rain-it might look crazy to onlookers, but everyone doing it is having a great time.

Our volunteer team had a very happy weekend at Woodsmen’s 2024, in part because respected competitors and
colleagues came by to help at the booth and spend time with our team. We all made new friends and got to know industry acquaintances better. As a tonic to all the current market craziness, let’s do it again. Whether it’s fora few minutes, hours, or all weekend, join our dedicated team of volunteers and be part of what makes Log-A-Load special.

No matter what you are able to give, this is something you can do. Join us at Boonville, see and meet industry friends, and help raise money for children who need us-now more than ever.

Thank you for your years of support. I hope to see you there.

Mark Mowrey, Chairman
NYS Log-A-Load for Kids
mark.mowrey75@gmail,com
315-316-5731 or 315-725-5378