On June 19, 2007 one-hundred and sixty-four golfers took part in the 8^th Annual East Shore Industries, Inc. Irv Vincent Memorial Golf Challenge at Northbrook Country Club in Luxemburg. Over $40,000 was raised for East Shore Industries, Inc. during this one day event. According to Ron Opicka, CEO of East Shore Industries, Inc., "The event was a great success. All funds raised through this year's golf challenge will directly benefit the programs at East Shore Industries."

The day included great weather, great golf and contests at each hole, raffle drawings, a silent auction, and an evening dinner. First place was won by team 'Green Bay Highway Products (Max Richards, Jeff Jazgar, John Dougherty, and Sam Dougherty); second place went to Vincent Group of Green Bay (Mike Tiedt, Jim Dhuey, Roy Brown, and Chris Beranek); and third place went to Team Slaby of Algoma (James Slaby, David Slaby, John Slaby, and Sam Slaby).

This event is the main fundraiser for East Shore Industries and over the past seven years, through the generosity of both participants and sponsors, has raised over $178,000. According to Ron Opicka, CEO of East Shore Industries, Inc., "Each year we assist over 100 individuals with disabilities in obtaining their personal independence and employment goals. The funds raised during this event make a significant difference in the quality of life of the individuals served at East Shore."

East Shore Industries is dedicated to the mission of assisting individuals with disabilities in obtaining their personal independence and employment goals. Ms. Stauber has been an integral part of East Shore Industries success through her involvement as a Board member and advocate since 1985.

The services Wisconsin's CRPs provide are vital to people with disabilities in need of programs and resources to assist them in living and working in the community. According to U.S. Census Data, there are over 50 million people with some level of disability living in the United States, 10 million of whom report needing personal assistance with one or more activities of daily living. People with disabilities also experience a staggering unemployment rate of 70 percent, with over 11 million reporting a medical condition that makes it difficult to find a job or remain employed.

"RFW member organizations like East Shore Industries, Inc. provide essential vocational, residential and community support to over 50 thousand people with disabilities in Wisconsin communities," states RFW Executive Director Michael Kirby. "We are proud to recognize Arlene Stauber for her dedication to helping people with disabilities to experience a more fulfilling quality of life in their communities."