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Image: A woman with short gray hair and glasses stands smiling in front of a large video camera, which is being operated by a person wearing a blue shirt. The woman is dressed in a tan hoodie with butterfly designs and black pants. The setting appears to be a café or community area, with tables, chairs, and plants visible in the background. A red rope barrier runs in front of her, and pumpkins can be seen on a counter behind her, suggesting a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.

Team of Many Talents - SAME Café

Spark Holiday Joy: Holiday Wish List

Alt text: "The Christmas Morning gift box from Georgette’s, featuring a festive collection including a bag of Jingle Bell Java coffee, a handmade ceramic mug with 'Noel' on it, a jar of powdered drink mix, and a coffee scoop. The box is decorated with holiday greenery and bells, with photos of Georgette’s employees displayed inside the lid."

Gifts that Give Back: Support Local

"A man with light skin, short white hair, and glasses sits in a wheelchair, wearing a light green shirt. He is in a workshop setting with various tools and hardware neatly organized in trays on the table in front of him. The background shows shelves with more tools and workshop equipment. The man is smiling slightly, and the environment suggests he is engaged in sorting or working with tools."

Crafting Companionship

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Thank You, Sponsors!

alt= Promotional poster for Sunshine Communities' 75th celebration featuring band "Girl Named Tom" with opening act by Chloe and The Steel Strings, happening on September 7 at 5:30 PM in Uptown Maumee.

Maumee Mirror: Sunshine Communities to celebrate 75th anniversary with free concert in Uptown Maumee on September 7

A cheerful gathering of friends and family, sharing laughter and conversation in a vibrant park atmosphere.

Cycling for Inclusion: The Journey of Hope TikTok Video

A diverse group of individuals gathered around a stage in a park, engaged in conversation and enjoying the outdoor event.

Sunshine Communities holds annual Boardwalk Bash

African American man smiling in front of a line of bikers

Journey of Hope Visits Sunshine

"Blonde woman smiling and sipping coffee while looking directly at the camera.

Coffee Quest 419 Comes to Georgette's

Group of three, including two girls and one toddler, dancing on stage in front of a microphone.

75 Kazoos Mark Milestone Celebration

A hand holding a bag of carrot cake coffee

Two Maumee businesses announce ice cream collaboration

Spread of Food at Georgette's Grounds

Sunshine Communities Celebrating 75 Years of Supporting Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

Person Standing at Podium

Sunshine Communities Marks 75 Years with Outreach and Fundraising Activities

Two People Looking at Photos of Englers

Sunshine Communities Celebrating 75 Years

Image: A woman with short gray hair and glasses stands smiling in front of a large video camera, which is being operated by a person wearing a blue shirt. The woman is dressed in a tan hoodie with butterfly designs and black pants. The setting appears to be a café or community area, with tables, chairs, and plants visible in the background. A red rope barrier runs in front of her, and pumpkins can be seen on a counter behind her, suggesting a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.

Staff Resources: Flyers

Group of People Cleaning Windows

What Are “Venture” Groups?

John Amspaugh

Senior Manager of Dietary Services John Amspaugh featured as ‘Trayblazer’

Smiling man and woman seated in a wheelchair, radiating happiness.

Night to Shine Prom

Sunshine Team with Donor Check

Donor Feature Story: First Energy