AN AMAZING EVENING

On Saturday, Nov. 19, 250 people attended "An Evening of Gratitude
with Judy Collins," sponsored by the National Council on Alcoholism
and Drug Dependence of Northwest Florida, Inc., at the Hilton Garden
Inn.

Board members, volunteers, supporters and friends gathered in support
of the life-saving work of NCADD of Northwest Florida. Although
everyone has been affected by alcoholism/drug addiction, directly or
indirectly, the public doesn't understand recovery!

The evening became a celebration of recovery, a celebration of hope,
help and healing! Millions of individuals and families are in recovery,
and the volunteer stories and presentation by Executive Director Leo
Donnelly were truly inspiring. Concluding his talk, Donnelly quoted
Margaret Mead: "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed
citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever
as."

There is no doubt that the board, staff and volunteers of NCADD of
Northwest Florida are changing the community perception and response
to alcoholism and drug dependence.

Following the powerful story of her own recovery from alcoholism, the
evening ended with Judy singing "Amazing Grace." For those who weren't
there, you missed an incredible Pensacola community event. Thank you
NCADD of Northwest Florida for your great work and a truly amazing
evening!

Robert J. Lindsey,

President National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc.,

New York