Uptown Gay and Lesbian Alliance

04/20/2023

New 23/24 Board for UGLA. (Left to Right) Paul McDermontt. Carl Matthes, Tac Phung, Ruth Riley, Richard Curoso, Joan Potter, Debrorah Waz and Ken Salzman

03/30/2023

President's Message April 2023
by Carl Matthes
President Uptown Gay and Le***an Alliance (UGLA)

On April 16 - the 3rd Sunday - UGLA will be holding its 40th Anniversary & Installation of Officers. We’re very proud to welcome Richard Bass, Co-Founder of UGLA, as MC and State Senator Anthony Portantino as Installing Officer. In addition to the potluck meal, UGLA will serve an anniversary cake and a champagne toast. There will be no guest fee. Please invite your family, friends and neighbors to attend.
I’m very proud of UGLA’s accomplishments this past year. We have returned to our regular live mixers while supporting events for homeless and at-risk LGBTQ+ Youth; launched our 2023 scholar- ship program and financing our Matching Funds program. Also, last month’s mixer, “Super Bows of Chamber Music,” was a terrific collaboration with important NELA groups: the Santa Cecilia Orchestra and the Women’s 20th Century Club.
In the coming months, we will be having our PRIDE event in June and a special Elton John Tribute Concert in the Park in August.
Meanwhile, we need to fight for our rights, as our community is under attack in states across the nation. Whether it’s about trans youth, conversion therapy or, hateful and ridiculous charges about us causing the failure of banks, we need to strengthen our connec- tions with all those groups and folks who are fighting for equality, social justice, women’s rights and healthcare and against racism.

12/04/2022

President's Message Dec 2022
by
Carl Matthes, UGLA President

This past month has been a busy one for UGLA.

UGLA is a member of the LAPD LGBTQ+ Working Group under the leadership of Sergeant Jules Sohn. We attended the LAPD LGBTQ+ Graduation ceremony for community volunteers. Also, the Working Group helped to get three officers to attend CityX1 Holiday Dinner event in Hollywood to show support for the LGBTQ+ community on the day of the massacre at Colorado's Q Club.

UGLA also participated in the "Cash for College" event at Trade Tech in support of UGLA's 2023 College Scholarship program.

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to all.

10/31/2022

President’s Message - November 2022
by Carl Matthes, President
Uptown Gay and Le***an Alliance

It’s been a sad and explosive time for the City of Angels and, especially, for residents of Northeast Los Angeles City Council Districts: #1’s Gil Cedillo and #14’s Kevin De Leon. Both men have been heard on an ugly and racist recording talking with City Council President Nury Martinez and labor leader Ron Herrera. The conversation, revolving around re-districting, their colleagues and their constituents, was filled with expletives and derogatory and hateful language as might be heard in a right-wing militia meeting. Especially ugly was the racist language used to describe the young Black son of openly gay Councilmember Michael Bonin and the trashing of Armenians and Jews.

The City Council has ground to a halt in spite of the best efforts of other Councilmembers led by District 13’s Mitch O’Farrell, the current President Pro Tempore. Mitch, who is openly gay, proved to be an intelligent, patient and even-handed leader during this moment of chaos. (He is a long-time UGLA member.) To their “credit,”both Martinez and Herrera have resigned their positions. Cedillo was not re-elected recently while DeLeon has two years left to “serve.”(DeLeon, who has always been interested in higher office, received less than 8% of the vote in the recent Mayoral primary race.)

In the recording, O’Farrel and Bonin were referred to as a “diva’ and a “bitch.”

LGBTQ voters are poised to become one of the fastest-growing blocs in America, according the Human Rights Campaign and Bowling Green State University. Based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, a study finds that by 2030, approximately 1-in-7 voters will be LGBTQ. The researchers expect to see that share grow to nearly 1-in-5 by 2040.

Ahead of the midterm election in November, 11 percent of the voting-eligible population identifies as LGBTQ. The researchers projections are a conservative estimate, as more people continue to come out as they age.

The upward momentum is driven by the growing number of youth voters and more people coming out in younger generations. Nationally, Gen Z has the highest share of those who are LGBTQ — 27 percent — followed by millenials, with 16 percent who identify as LGBTQ. In 2020, youth turnout was 11 points higher than the previous presidential election, and 17 million young people have turned, or are turning, 18 between the 2020 election and the 2022 midterms.

Our voices are relevant, inspiring and important. Vote!

09/30/2022

Uptown Gay and Le***an Alliance (UGLA)
President’s Message - Oct. 2022
by Carl Matthes, UGLA President

These last few months have been historic: the death of Queen Elizabeth, the FBI legally searching a past President’s home, drought conditions in California, Monkeypox strikes Los Angeles County and the median selling price of a NELA home in July hits a new high!
How high?
In July 2022, Northeast LA home prices were up 21.9% compared to 2021, selling for a median price of $1.2M. On average, homes in NELA sell after 27 days on the market compared to 35 days last year.

Obviously, what happens in CA, LA County and NELA impacts all of us personally. And, it’s those things we can do the most about.
For instance, water saving efforts continue to be important:
1. Using a broom to clean outdoor areas
2. Taking just 5-minute showers
3. Turning off water when brushing teeth or shaving
4. Running the dishwasher and clothes washer fully loaded, and filling the bathtub halfway

During UGLA’s 9/11 Monkeypox ZOOM Mixer, Dr. Will Wang of Dignity Health in Glendale, used a striking PowerPoint presentation showing the impact of that virus in our area. He explained the danger of transmission and treatment processes for combatting the virus. He also updated us on the strategy for dealing with the latest CoVid activity with all of it’s variations. Thank you, Dr. Will (an UGLA member) for your terrific presentation.

The rise of home prices takes a financial toll on those who rent and presents a financial promise to those who own. One of the problems for homeowners? Where do I go if I sell?

We know that hate crimes, in general, are on the rise nationally and attacks against LGBTQ+ folks are included in those statistics. Fortunately, as UGLA approaches it’s 40th Anniversary, we live in a state and a city where progress has been made. The LAPD has morphed into a “poster child” for police departments. (See page 4 for the remarkable story of one openly gay LAPD police captain.)

A big plus is that our city officials now include LGBTQ+ folks and Allies. Hate crimes against our community are seriously investigated. A far cry from 1983 when UGLA was founded. We are fortunate to live in California.

09/07/2022

President's Message - Sept 2022
by Carl Matthes, President
Uptown Gay & Le***an Alliance (UGLA)

According to the LGBTQ Victory Fund, a historic number of LGBTQ candidates are running for office this November. So far, at least 1,008 LGBTQ people are running for office so far in 2022. The Fund, which endorses only candidates who also support abortion rights, has seen an uptick in LGBTQ candidates of color, and who are transgender and gender non-conforming. 2022 has already set a record for anti-LGBTQ bills which have been introduced. The record number of LGBTQ candidates also comes amid fears that the conservative-majority Supreme Court could target same-s*x marriage in the future.
Annise Parker, president and CEO of the Fund, remarked, "The writing is on the wall for the LGBTQ community: our rights are on the ballot this year. The people we elect this cycle will make decisions about what our kids are allowed to learn and say in the classroom, what health care choices people will be allowed to make about their own bodies and possibly, whether we will continue to be allowed to marry those we love,"
"I'm not running to be the first," said Tina Kotek, the former Oregon state House Speaker running for governor. "But, let me say this: I'm really proud to be running, openly and authentically, at a moment where the extreme right is once again going after the LGBTQ+ community, especially our kids." If elected, Kotek could become the first out le***an governor in America. However, that first could also be secured by Massachusetts’ Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey.
In Florida, where Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis earlier this year signed legislation dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" law, Janelle Perez says her state Senate candidacy was not inspired by that. “I will always be a vocal advocate against anything that targets our community.: If elected, she would be the first out LGBTQ woman in the Florida state Senate
Democrat Leigh Finke, who, if elected, would be the first out trans person in the Minnesota state legislature. She said, "Things are escalating in a very concerning way. And it was happening across the country, but we started to see very targeted, draconian anti-trans bills introduced in the legislature.”

07/27/2022

Marriage Equality Under Attack - Aug 2022
by Carl Matthes, President
Uptown Gay and Le***an Alliance

As we have been learning these last few years, taking away rights of one person opens the door to taking away rights of others. That became even more serious when the U.S. Supreme Court stripped away control of a woman’s right to make her own health care decisions and handed them over to politicians. The court’s decision, allowing states to ban abortion, stirred alarm in the LGBTQ community, since the ruling could someday allow a rollback of legal protections for same-s*x relationships, including the right of Marriage Equality.
In the court’s majority opinion (6-3), overturning the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision, Justice Samuel Alito said the decision applied only to abortion. This statement, unfortunately, falls flat and into the same category that Roe vs Wade was settled law. Critics of the court’s conservative majority gave the statement no credence. Recent conservative appointees, when they were being interviewed by the Senate, all said that Roe would not be overturned.
“I don’t buy that at all,” said Lawrence Gostin, a professor of medicine at Georgetown University , of Alito’s written statement. “It really is much more extreme than the justices are making it out to be. It means that you can’t look to the Supreme Court as an impartial arbiter of constitutional rights because they’re acting more as culture warriors.”
Then, there is the matter of Justice Clarence Thomas who wrote, in a separate concurring opinion that the court should review other precedents, including its 2015 decision legalizing same-s*x marriage, a 2003 decision striking down laws criminalizing gay s*x and a 1965 decision declaring that married couples have a right to use contraception. Justice Thomas left out that his own in*******al marriage could also be put under scrutiny.
“When the Supreme Court is willing to throw 50 years of precedent out the window, it proves that we are at an exceedingly dangerous, unprecedented moment. The Court’s majority opinion does not reflect the will of our nation, two thirds of whom support Roe v. Wade, but instead fulfills an extreme, out of step, ideological agenda. And it shows that all of our rights are on the line right now, as state lawmakers will be further emboldened to test the limits of our hard-won civil rights,” said HRC Interim President Joni Madison (, she/her). “Women are under attack, LGBTQ+ people are under attack, BIPOC people are under attack, and we are justifiably outraged. We cannot relent – we must fight back.”
In a video, HRC Interim President Joni Madison speaks directly to the LGBTQ+ community to explain the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe V. Wade. In the video, she says “reproductive rights are LGBTQ+ rights. LGBTQ+ people need abortion care, and this will have a devastating, immediate impact on all of us.

06/01/2022

President’s Message June 2022
by Carl Matthes, UGLA President
The Supreme Court of the United State (SCOTUS) has thrown down the gauntlet regarding a constitutional protection “found”in the 14th amendment. A leaked opinion by SCOTUS Judge Alito, says that the 14th amendment doesn’t protect abortion. The same type of opinion could also take away Marriage Equality.
Our work is cut out for us.
UGLA is celebrating June PRIDE Month on June 12th at the Women's 20th Century Club in Eagle Rock.
We are very proud of our 2022 Scholarship Program and we will be introducing the students who have been awarded scholarships at our June 12 Pride Mixer.

04/26/2022

President's Message - May 2022
by
Carl Matthes, UGLA President

UGLA is entering an unparalleled period of possible growth, visibility and LGBTQ+ impact in Northeast Los Angeles. First, is our June 12 PRIDE Mixer at the Womens’ 20th Century Club (WTCC) in Eagle Rock. WTCC’s membership has provided UGLA with generous help and assistance recently, not only by underwriting a Scholarship for 2022, but in hosting the June PRIDE Mixer at their impressive clubhouse at the corner of Hermosa and Colorado.

And, we would like each of you to not only attend the June 12 PRIDE Mixer, but encourage your friends to attend. There will be a catered reception, a wide variety of beverages and, as special guests, the high school students who are receiving UGLA scholarships. It will be a very exciting afternoon. I’m hoping we will have a record turn-out to further show support and help to our LGBTQ+ youth.

UGLA members - as a perk of membership - may attend the PRIDE mixer at no charge. Individual guests, who donate $35. to the scholarship fund, may attend the PRIDE mixer, and they will also receive a one-year UGLA membership. Couples, who attend, may donate $50. to the the scholarship fund and receive the same benefits. Visit: UGLA.org to purchase a membership.

UGLA membership is very valuable. It includes monthly mixers, UGLA’s LGBTQ+ newsletter and access to UGLA’s Matching Funds program.

UGLA is covering the cost of the June 12 Mixer. None of the expense from hall rental or reception to beverages to setup will come from donations. All of it will be covered by the UGLA general fund.

UGLA’s April 10, 39th Anniversary Celebration and Installation of Officers at the Eagle Rock home of Eagle Rock Chamber of Commerce president Michael Nogueira and his wife Eugenie was extraordinary. The weather was perfect, the setting ideal and the attendance outstanding. Michael not only had prepared his backyard and patio with chairs, tables and banners, he also served as the installing officer for the 39th UGLA Board. Thanks, Michael and Eugenie.
Installed were:
Carl Matthes, President
Ken Salzman, Vice-President
Joan Potter, Treasurer
Debra Waz, Recording Secretary
Paul McDermott, Outreach
Richard Curoso, Theresa Eliorraga,
Tac Phung & Marcie Rose,
Directors-at-large

At least two things impress me about the new Board. First, the 6 members of the 38th Board who decided to re-enlist! They will bring continuity and valued experience. The other is the three new Board members - Theresa, Tac and Richard. I think they will bring new ideas, energy and enthusiasm which will be important factors propelling us through the new Board’s one- year term.

I know that UGLA Board members were particularly pleased with the Mixer. Why? The large turnout of members was one indication that the decision to return to live Mxer was in-step with latest mood of our community. The other successful part of the day was the immense amount of Potluck food which arrived. The two food tables were filled to capacity with the most delicious and satisfying potluck dishes. Add to that the wine and other beverages and the delicious Anniversary carrot cake it was incredible.

I also want to update you on donations to the scholarship program. The deadline for donating is June 1. Your consideration to help with funding is very important. In addition, your donation will go 100% towards scholarships. UGLA will cover and pay all costs like PayPal and website fees, as well as any printing and mailing costs.
As I have noted in previous messages, in 1983, UGLA was formed due to police inaction after Bobby Brown, a young gay man, was murdered outside the Bon Mot, a gay bar, in Highland Park. From that gruesome and senseless murder, the le***an and gay community in Northeast Los Angeles (NELA) began coming together. Neighbors and friends found that they shared common ground, desire and determination to combat and stop any future discrimination and hate directed towards them.
The AIDS epidemic further motivated our community to have fundraisers and give volunteer time to help those in our area who were fighting for survival. As early as 1988, plans were being made, by AIDS Healthcare Foundation, to establish an AIDS Hospice in Elysian Park and to affirm that HIV was not just a westside virus. Like CoVid, a virus shows no discrimination or geographic boundaries when it comes to infection.
The next few decades saw the growth of LGBTQ participation in every volunteer and service organization in NELA. It was not too long before our community was also included in the leadership and in the sponsorship of the groups and events.
However, let’s not fool ourselves. Many folks, especially those who have strong religious feelings, do not understand or accept our community. They, and those who seek to wield political power. are very well organized and have their fingers on the levers of government throughout our country. In 2018, there were 41 anti-LGBTQ+ laws introduced in state legislatures. So far, in 2022, there have been 238 anti LGBTQ+ laws introduced.
Fortunately in 2022, we are able to build on and with many strong organizations, businesses and political forces who are dedicated to our survival. We are not alone. However, we must stay vigilant and call-out and fight extremism, hate and discrimination on all levels. We are building strong alliances - through Social Justice issues - and are continuing to find common ground with those groups who also are seeking equality under the law.
Quite, frankly, we have just begun to fight!

04/11/2022

The new+continuing UGLA Board for 2022/2023. We had a successful 39th year as we head into the 40th yr of UGLA. Board Members are as follows left to right - Paul McDermott, Carl Matthes, Marcie Rose, Debra Waz, Tac Phung, Theresa Elorriaga, Richard Curroso, Joan Potter and Ken Salzman in above picture

03/28/2022

President's Message (April 2022)
by
Carl Matthes, UGLA President

In 1996, UGLA was bequeathed property from the Estate of Bill Bailey, a long time UGLA member. It was an amazingly generous gift for a small, local non-profit, all volunteer group. Bill was a very involved gay activist and supported many le***an and gay social service organizations. He chose UGLA as recipient of his property because of his first-hand knowledge of UGLA’s work in Northeast Los Angeles. He appreciated UGLA’s personal response and help for him and his lover during the AIDS crisis. Bill wanted UGLA to be able to continue its mission while building a gay and le***an community.

Fast forward to June 2021.

The UGLA Board decides to sell the Bill Bailey property and puts it on the market. The stimulus for selling the property was the “hot” Northeast Los Angeles real estate market. The 700 square foot 1931 Spanish stucco home sits on one of the two view lots. The 2nd lot has level parking for as many as 10 cars. Unfortunately, dealing with CoVid and the City of Los Angeles, the hope for a quick sale evaporated. We soon took the property off the market to resolve issues with the City and to wait out the CoVid pandemic. The wait finally ended 2/1/22. The Board then voted a corporate resolution to approve the sale of the property.

Events moved very quickly. Once the property hit the MLS Board, 20 appointments were made and at 8AM, Sunday, March 6, the first possible buyers arrived. The bidding escalated and by March 9 five impressive offers had arrived.

The Board rejoiced!

The highest and best bid was accepted and the important step of setting up escrow loomed. Fortunately, in stepped Len Schaustal, owner/manager of Pasadena’s Zemrus Escrow. Len, a long time UGLA member, shifted into high gear and within days documents were scanned, forms were filled, inspections were made, agreements were negotiated, letters were sent, and walk-thrus occurred. Escrow was on the bullet-train fast track with closing possible before the end of March.

The buyers are proud of being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Their personal letter to the UGLA Board about themselves, their passions and their feeling that they were meant to own the BB House, drew passionate and emotional reactions from Board members, Their letter is remarkable, personal and touching.

Thank you, Isabel and Zoe! The Board is very impressed with you and wish you success and happiness.

UGLA’s Mission? Accomplished!

Now, the March excitement is spilling over into April! By this time you have probably received your Board election ballot which needs
to be returned postmarked no later than April 1. We are lucky to have a full slate of candidates (9). We anticipate that the three new-to-the-Board candidates, will bring fresh ideas, viewpoints and insights to the Board’s deliberations. We will count ballots and elect officers and distribute responsibilities at our April 4 Board meeting.

Included in the envelope with the ballot was an appeal from the Scholarship Committee to donate to this year’s scholarship fund. Your wonderful support last year, made it possible for the Committee to include 11 schools this year. (There were 4 last year!) We are working to award double the number of Social Justice scholarships to students involved with LGBTQ+ issues. (We gave 5 scholarships last year.)

We have already received early response, in the form of initial applications, from 10 high school graduating seniors. The Committee (Paul McDermott, Herb Miller, Gail Rolf, Rodney Hoffman, Ed Colacion, Robert Meier, Chris Evans, Carlos Sosa and Community College Advisor Mona Field) began working last September revising rules, adding Community College opportunities, revamping the UGLA website, contacting high school administrators and teachers and then launching the 2022 Scholarship Program on January 10.

I hope our devoted and generous UGLA members - and others - will again step-up and support this important program.

The Board is turning it’s sights towards the 39th Anniversary and Installation of Officers on April 10. Please plan to be part of the return of perhaps the longest potluck-string on record: UGLA’s 39 years of “The Great Potluck!” As usual UGLA will supply all the beverages, plus an Installation champagne toast and Anniversary cake. Thank you, Michael and Eugenie for your generous hospitality. Please invite your friends, relatives and neighbors to this wonderful event.

Finally, I want to take a moment to thank Linda Allen, President of Eagle Rock Chapter of Kiwanis Club for nominating me to receive one of its two Community Service Awards. The Awards were given at the March meeting of Kiwanis Chapters from California, Nevada and Hawaii. I was honored to be selected along with the wonderful Tritch Family for this Award.

What made it very special, was the recognition of my contributions to NELA not just as a pianist or piano teacher, but also as a gay activist and President of UGLA. UGLA’s activities were announced out loud as part of my bio. I was very proud to be honored.

02/28/2022

President’s Message - March 2022
by Carl Matthes, UGLA President

UGLA will have an exciting March. A trip to Broad Museum and election of Board members.

We are kicking off fundraising for our 2022 Scholarship Program. Applications are being received from the 11 participating high schools. Students may apply for scholarships to either a 4 year University or Community College. What a wonderful chance to support LGBTQ+ graduating seniors; our future!

The contractor for the Bill Bailey property is on site and has started working. Bill Bailey’s 1995 gift could be a financial mainstay for UGLA. We anticipate great interest in this beautiful view property in the current hot NELA real estate market.

UGLA is part of Center Action Network (CAN) and it's ActionLink. We are one of many LGBTQ+ groups which support the current action for nondiscriminatory practices by credit agencies. Visit: lgbtactionlink.org for information.

As our community navigates this important time in our Nation’s history, we continue to fight for equal civil rights, with personal security and protection, nondiscriminatory policies and laws, equal voting, immigration and marriage rights, plus full responsibility and participation in building our future.
We want equality under the law and, as promised in the Declaration of Independence, those “certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

01/25/2022

Hi everyone...

Carlos Avalos posted UGLA's Scholarship flyer at Whole Foods Market and the Library in Silver Lake.

Photos attached.

01/01/2022

In 2022, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) was again represented in the Rose Parade. This marks AHF’s tenth year participating in the beloved American New Year tradition seen by millions across the globe.

Michael Weinstein, Founder and President of AHF has been a member of UGLA since 1986. He is an amazing guy who has been fighting, his whole life, for affordable healthcare and equality for everyone, especially the LGBTQ+ community. Michael and AIDS activist Chris Brownlie co-founded AHF. Then, in 1988, they opened, in Elysian Park, the first full-service AIDS hospice in California.

12/30/2021

President's Message January 2022
by Carl Matthes, UGLA President

Welcome, 2022! And, as we experience Omicron and Delta, we hope it’s not 2020, too!
UGLA’s Holiday Mixer was amazing! 70 people arrived at my home to celebrate the Holiday Season to share camaraderie, food and conversation.
What a great afternoon!
Masked UGLA Board members served a holiday meal - turkey, ham, dressing, corn, green beans, mashed potatoes, gravy, and a salad/vegetable tray - to guests in the two, spacious, terraced patios. Wine, beer, sodas, egg nog and specialty drinks were provided. Inside, on the dining room table, a titillating display of desserts graced the large dining table. Delicious food and a memorable event. Photos on page 5 bear witness to the terrific afternoon. It was an outstanding way to say good-bye to 2021 while looking forward to facing the challenges of 2022.
UGLA will kick-off it’s 39th Anniversary year with the Mixer at Disney Hall on January 4. The 8pm Chamber Music concert will be prefaced by a complimentary wine reception and pre-concert lecture at 6:30pm.
In the adjoining columns, you will find chronicled the largest member participation in UGLA’s Matching Funds program since its inception. 59 non-profit organizations will benefit from your generosity.
I am happy to announce debut our 2022 Scholarship Program. Check-out UGLA.org after January 10 to read all of the details. The Scholarship Committee attracted committed and experienced educators who have donated their time to produce a streamlined and effective outreach to graduating seniors who have been active in LGBTQ+ activities.
And, finally, enjoy photos of the partnership between UGLA and Eagle Rock’s Womens 20th Century Club; their events this season have been outstanding.
As we move into our 39th year, UGLA finds itself in a privileged position. We are fortunate to have a growing membership, firm financial footing, and a dedicated Board. We are poised to continue growing, continuing our grassroots efforts to promote educational and charitable programs while fostering our position as a reliable and important NELA ally.

12/01/2021

December Mixer 12/12 at Carl Matthes home. Call to find out more - 323-254-2726. Outdoor eating and socializing.

Also UGLA's triple matching funds. Deadline is 12/12 for donations.
As an UGLA Member you may participate in UGLA’s annual Bill Bailey Matching Fund Program. Your donated funds will be tripled. If you donate $25.00, UGLA will send $75,00 to your designated recipient! A member may donate up to a total of $250.00! In this instance, UGLA will send $750.00 to your 501(c)3 recipient! This is one of the many perks associated with an UGLA membership. You may now donate to UGLA’s Scholarship Program with your Matching Funds.1. All persons who wish to donate to Matching Funds must be a full-member no later than the November 14, 2021 Thanksgiving Mixer. (Student, Scholarship or Gift memberships are not eligible.)2. All funds must come from personal accounts. No business, corporate or non-profit funds may be used. This is how it works: (1) You determine how much you wish to donate to 501(c)3 organizations with mailing addresses in Los Angeles County or the County in which you reside. You are limited to a total of $250. ($500 for couples.) Send your donation check(s) to UGLA and a return letter acknowledging your donation will be sent to you from UGLA. Please use UGLA’s letter for IRS purposes. (2) UGLA then writes a check for THREE times the amount you sent and sends an UGLA check to the organization(s) you have chosen. Your name is attached to the donation, but they will not be sending you a tax letter, as it is an UGLA check they have received. (3) How to Donate:(a) By mail: Send a check to UGLA, P.O. Box 65111, Los Angeles, 90065. Be sure to include all contact information - the names and addresses - of your charities.(b) By credit card: Visit UGLA’s website www.UGLA.org Click on “store” and charge your donated amount. Then send to my e-mail address - salilly@earthlink.net - the names and addresses of your charities (4) Deadline:12/12/21 no exceptions, plan ahead.

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