William Booth Founder
Linda Bond General
James Kjiaggs Territorial Commander
Douglas Riley Divisional Commander
The Salvation Army Silvercrest Senior Residence 1530 Fifth Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 393-5336 • Fax; (310) 451-5416
Mr. Frank Mancuso
Chairman of the Board
Geffen Playhouse 10886 Le Conte Avenue
Westwood Village
Los Angeles, CA 90024
July 3, 2013
Dear Mr. Mancuso,
We write this letter in praise and gratitude for what our participation with the Lights Up
Program of The Geffen Theater means to the residents of the Silvercrest Senior Residence in Santa Monica. As a reminder, Silvercrest is a low to middle income, non-profit residence for
independent seniors, ages 62+, that is owned and operated by The Salvation Army. Of all the programs we do at Silvercrest, none is more appreciated than our association with The Geffen Theater. We are given 24 free tickets to each play of the season on the main Geffen stage and our choice of when to attend. Many of our residents do not drive anymore and even those who do are often afraid to go out at night. The Geffen staff is always completely accommodatingin helping us obtain matinee tickets to all the performances and helping us with any of the special needs of our residents. Their commitment, kindness, and generosity set a new standard for educational, community outreach— and the beneficial effect it can have for those lucky enough to participate.
Our resident's lives are greatly enriched and enhanced by this program. It stimulates their minds,
provoking thoughts and questions, and gives them something to look forward to. Many of our residents are on such fixed incomes that they can barely afford the price of a senior-discounted movie ticket, let
alone the price of a ticketto one of the greatest theaters in America. Our pre and postshow workshops inspire interesting, spirited discussions and most of our residents read the study guides cover to cover before attending the show. This is cultural enrichment that is
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We have many residents who had never attended a professional theatrical production before and are now enthusiastic theater buffs. It is an honor and a privilege for me to help promote a program that
is giving so much pleasure and richness to our resident's lives. Words could never fully express how grateful we are for this program and how much it means to our residents.
From the bottom of our hearts: thank you.
Very Sincerely,
Amy Malina Program Coordinator Silvercrest Senior Residence