As we reflect back on 2025, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to every volunteer, donor, sponsor and partner who has stood with Dudes Who Care this year. This year wasn’t just successful — it was the most impactful year in our organization’s history, and it happened during our 10th anniversary. That is no coincidence. It’s a reflection of what happens when motivated individuals with the support of the local community unite around a shared purpose to have a positive impact on the world around them.

 

For a decade, Dudes Who Care has grown from a simple idea into a movement powered by compassion, generosity, and relentless dedication. This year, we reached more families, expanded our programs, and strengthened partnerships that will carry our mission forward for years to come. Whether you donated a dollar, an hour, a skill, or a sponsorship, you played a vital role in making this our best year yet by enabling us to provide a bit of support to those in need.

 

To our volunteers, aka the “Dudes”: your time and heart are the backbone of everything we do.

 

To our donors: your generosity fuels our mission and keeps our doors open.

 

To our sponsors: your belief in our work amplifies our reach and impact.

 

To our partners: without you, we could not manifest our mission and have a direct impact on the lives of those in need while setting an example for the next generation.

 

Thank you all for standing with us, believing in us, and helping us serve with dignity and purpose. As we look back on what we achieved in 2025 while keeping an eye ahead to the next decade, I am more inspired than ever by what I believe we can accomplish together.

 

Here’s to another year of service, compassion, and community — and to continuing the work that truly makes a difference.

 

With gratitude,

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Frank Plonski

President, Dudes Who Care