Durand Foundation Inaugural Reception
by Vivian Fransen
On May 21, 2004, Dr. and Mrs. Michael
Harrer of Haddonfield, NJ, opened their
home and hearts to host the Inaugural
Reception of the Durand Foundation, the
fundraising arm of Durand Academy and
Community Services. Their historic residence
with majestic features located on Kings
Highway was the perfect setting for friends of
Durand to celebrate the work of Durand and
help create momentum for the Durand
Foundation to move forward in their
fundraising pursuits.
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to
everyone who supported these events,”
declares Joseph Spinner, who serves on the
Durand Foundation leadership board and as a
trustee of Durand Academy and Community
Services. “Our goal for such events is for
everyone to have a great time. It’s a wonderful
feeling to help make a difference in the lives of
children with special needs and their families.”