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Dayton Right to Life has had an outstanding year. We have actively engaged in our mission of protecting life with a vibrant new structure, with finely-tuned enthusiasm, and with increased energy. Yes, you have made it possible!We have chosen to continue speaking that “voice for the voiceless”, we have not stood idly by, but made an impact, made a difference. Whether it’s the mobile baby pantry reaching into the community, the podcast series with post-abortive women

called “Voices”, or a “Pro-Life Moment” on internet radio, or growing significantly the number of baby pantry families served or bringing back a speaker’s series to increase community awareness, we have made a tremendous difference! Yes, you have made it possible!We have spoken, we have embraced new venues of communication, we have communicated through social media and have increased the number of prayerful rallies in Kettering (Women’s Medical Center) and in Dayton (Planned Parenthood). We have begun the implementation of our five year strategic plan and we have focused on

our mission of protecting life. We have zeroed in on life, from conception to natural death. We have embraced the truth. Yes, you have made it possible. Timing is critical. Now, when division over the issue of life is more visible and more vocal than ever in our communities and on a national level, we stand committed to protecting life through law, education and community action. Now is the time. It takes more than identifying ourselves as pro-life. It takes action. Together, we defend LIFE. It begins with you and me. Yes, you make it possible!Thank you and God bless.Paul Coudron

Executive Director

Thank you to our volunteers! In 2016, Dayton Right to Life benefited from over 3,780 volunteer hours, valued at approximately $89,056!* Over 100 volunteers gave so generously of their time and resources. Dayton Right to Life cannot thank these individuals enough for their genuine commitment to the pro-life movement in the Miami Valley!This year we specifically recognize two men who have been committed to the pro-life movement for years, Mike Haynes and Vaughn Johnson.

Mike HaynesSince 1981, Dayton Right to Life has honored some of our most outstanding volunteers with the Melissa Schrader Award. The 2016 winner was past board chair and volunteer, Mike Haynes. He has been a faithful pro-life volunteer in Dayton for over 20 years, especially in the Black community. He has worked tirelessly, and has witnessed for

our cause in front of abortion mills and Planned Parenthood locations across the country.Vaughn JohnsonAnother long-time volunteer recieved a state honor this year. Vaughn Johnson was one of the 5 finalists nominated in the Ohio Association of Non-Profits (OANO) Outstanding Volunteer of the year award. Vaughn has been a steadfast supporter of Dayton Right to Life since 1997. He has anchored our organization through changes in location, personnel, and cultural changes. As Margie Christie noted in his nomination letter, “He understands our mission, can articulate it to others, and then lives it out through his actions. Dayton Right to Life has truly been blessed by the gifts of time and treasure of Mr. Vaughn Johnson over these past two decades.”

*Figures based on Value of Volunteer Time by The Independent Sector

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Together, our two organizations reflect our dual mission of action and advocacy to protect the rights of the unborn, the elderly, the mentally handicapped, the disabled and the terminally ill. We believe that the unborn child is uniquely human from the moment of conception and therefore, has an unalienable right to life which should be legally protected. We believe that the mother and family who find themselves in an unplanned or crisis pregnancy deserve options that enable them to choose life.

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Dayton Right to Life FOUNDATION

(EIN: 31-0918872)

a 501(C)(3) organization that provides assistance and education to parents or guardians from THE BIRTH

of their child through AGE FIVE

Dayton Right to Life SOCIETY

(EIN: 31-0861030)

a 501(C)(4) organization that advocates for proposed legislation and policies

locally, statewide, and nationally to protect the right to LIFE

ONE mission

mission vision

Protecting life through law, education, and community action.

Montgomery County and surrounding communities are abortion-free. A culture

of life prevails that values the right to life from conception

to natural death.

Advocacy by the

Advocacy3 Peaceful Protest Rallies

4 Public Officials Visits

175 Internet Radio Shows

3 Cemetery Memorial Events

32 Presentations at Churches and Groups

12 Local and Statewide Coalition Events

Community Awareness45,350 Email Blasts

5,486 Direct Mail Newsletters

4,652 Postcards Sent to Abortion-Vulnerable Areas

3,595 Educational Brochures Sold Nationwide

437 Election Packets for Pastors and Churches

1,279 Social Media Followers

Volunteers110 Volunteers

476 Baby Pantry Volunteer Hours

3,780 Total Volunteer Hours

Baby Pantry18 Client Countries Represented

1,585 Clients Served

2,544 Kids Served

30,356 Diapers Provided

684 Cans of Formula Provided

185 Layettes Provided

Parenting Classes45 Classes

90 Hours of Instruction

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Ohio Induced Abortion ReportIn September of 2016, The Ohio Department of Health released its annual Abortion Report for Ohio. It reports statistics for 2015. According to this report, the number of abortions in Ohio fell 1% as compared to 2014. There were 20,976 induced abortions reported in Ohio, including 19,765 obtained by Ohio residents.Locally, in Montgomery County, we unfortunately continued a 2-year trend of increased abortions performed. Abortion occurrences in Montgomery County increased by 40%, rising from 1,855 in 2014 to 2,599 in 2015. This is an increase of 44% since 2013. Because of these increases, Montgomery County has increased its market share of all abortions in the state from 8% to 12%. It is important to note however, resident

rates showed only a small increase in the county at a rate of 2% over 2014, telling us that women from across the state are coming to our county for abortions. Again, as has been the trend for years, African American women, which make up approx 12% of the population in Montgomery county, have a grossly disproportionate amount of the abortions performed. The 2015 numbers report that African American women in Montgomery county have 49% of all abortions performed, up from 46% in 2014. We have begun to target these high abortion zip codes with educational campaigns and other programs. These initiatives will hopefully lead to decreases in the years to come.

*Statistics taken from Ohio Department of Health Report (published each year in the fall)

2015 2014 2013 2012 2011

Black/African American 507 472 556 507 509White 442 453 484 485 520

Other/Unknown 89 93 118 109 67TOTAL 1038 1018 1158 1101 1096

Resident Induced Abortions Reported in Montgomery County by Race*

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Induced Abortions in Ohio by County of Occurrence*

2015 2014 2013 2012 2011

Montgomery County 2,599 1855 1798 1931 1701Cuyahoga County 7,505 8,548 9,037 9,201 2,599Franklin County 4,715 4,137 4,966 5,698 5,640Hamilton County 3,303 3,890 4,171 4,601 4,363

Lucas County 986 733 1,511 1,960 2,318Summit County 1,864 2,022 1,730 2,075 1,808

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2016 Legislative UpdateElection 2016 was one of the major focal points for Dayton Right to Life Society. Direct mail pieces were sent to over 400 individuals and churches during the election season. Flyers, billboards, direct emails, and radio messages were also utilized to encourage voters to “VOTE PRO-LIFE!”

We are very hopeful that many of the pro-life candidates who were elected will follow through on campaign promises. Locally, we continue to maintain contact with all our elected officials on all pro-life and pro-family issues.

Statewide legislation was not as vigorous as in the past years, due to the election and reduced session times for legislators. Several pieces of legislation worth noting are as follows:

Pain Capable Legislation, which prohibits abortions after 20 weeks (SB 127) passed Ohio legislature, and was signed by Gov. Kasich in December 2016. (Note: Affects approx 1% of Ohio abortions)

Heartbeat Protection Amendment in HB 493, passed in the legislature in December 2016. Governor Kasich used his line-item veto power and struck it from the final law in December 2016. (Note: Amendment would have prohibited over 80% of abortions in Ohio)

House Bill 470, passed in December 2016 as well, makes knowingly assisting in a suicide a third-degree felony in Ohio, punishable by up to five years in prison. This was signed into law by Governor Kasich in late December.

Breakthrough?On December 1, 2016, the Ohio Department of Health revoked the license of Women’s Med Center, owned and operated by notorious late term abortionist, Martin Haskell. The ODH’s decision was appealed immediately and their request to stay open during this appeal process was granted

on December 12, 2016 by Judge Mary Wiseman of the Montgomery County Common Pleas Court. As of this printing, Judge Wiseman has not ruled on Women’s Med Center’s appeal.

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foundationThe 2016 Elizabeth Yox Scholarship winner, Keisha Garber, will receive $1,500 to support her on her educational journey and to make her dreams of a college education come a step closer.

Keisha is honored to be chosen for motherhood after a sexual assault in December of 2013. She chose life despite the fears of an unknown future as a single mother. Currently she is taking steps towards a Bachelors in Nursing at a community college so she can provide further for her son as they walk together in life.

The scholarship is named in honor of Betty Yox. Betty gave of her time and talent for more than 20 years as an administrator at Dayton Right to Life. Her passion for life lives on in this scholarship and for these young mothers pursuing their college dream.

To make a donation toward this scholarship fund, send your gift to: >> Dayton Right to Life Foundation at 425 N. Findlay Street, Dayton 45404. List “Yox Scholarship” on the memo line of your check.Keisha & Son Hans-David

Elizabeth Yox Scholarship

In 2016, Dayton Right to Life Foundation provided over 45 classes and 90 hours of instruction to area moms and dads. We taught young parents proper nutrition, effective discipline plans, budgeting goals, creative play ideas, and more.These young parents also spent valuable time with one another and their mentors to develop valuable relationships and kinship skills.

Parenting ClassesThe Stork’s Nest Emergency Baby Pantry provides essential material resource assistance for local parents and grandparents who are in need. Children from birth up to five years old receive donated items provided by way of local churches, non-profit organizations, and individual families.

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2016 Stork’s Nest Baby Pantry

client stats

1,585 CLIENTS SERVED

2,544 Kids served

684 Cans of Formula provided

30,356 Diapers Provided

5,158 outfits Provided

185 Layettes Provided (includes mobile pantry)

457 Quarterly Emergency visits

454 New Clients

2016 Flying Stork Mobile Baby Pantry

client stats and Events

41 CLIENTS SERVED

575 Diapers Provided

36 Layettes Provided

41 New Clients

4 BABY SHOWERS

3 NEW COMMUNITY/ CHURCH PARTNERS

Client Ethnicity Client Marital Status

White 49%

African American 39%

Biracial 2%

Hispanic 1%

Unknown 9%

Ethnicity

Single 75%

Married 15%

Unknown 10%

Marital Status

Client Countries Represented

Eritrea

Kenya

Algeria

Guatemala

Ethiopia

Turkey

Uzbekistan

Sudan

Pakistan

Vietnam

Honduras

Iraq

Ecuador

Russia

Mexico

Somalia

Rwanda

Nigeria

2016 2015

White 771 662

African American 610 484

Biracial 31 29

Hispanic 21 17

Unknown 152 72

2016 2015

Average Parent Age 29 29

2016 2015 % +/–

Appointments 1585 1264 +25%

Kids Served 2544 2001 +27%

New Clients 430 378 +14%

Diapers 30,356 30,414 – 0.2%

Formula 684 656 +4%

Outfits 5,158 5,343 – 3%

Layettes 185 135 +37%

2016 2015

Single 1,196 1,031

Married 237 206

Unknown 152 27

2016: A Success!2016 was a big year for Dayton Right to Life! From the new “Pro-Life Speaker Series” events, to the bike rides, to the renaming of our main event, our 2016 events were a success!

Pro-Life Speaker SeriesThe Speaker Series had Henry Flowers as the first guest speaker. Flowers is the Director of Urban Outreach for Life Issues Institute’s Protecting Black Life initiative in Cincinnati. He shared his story on being pro-life and spoke on the crucial role that men and fathers have in the pro-life movement.

Angela Minter was the next speaker in our Speaker Series. From Louisville Kentucky, Minter is the Executive Director of Sisters for Life. Her moving story of her personal experience with abortion inspired everyone in attendance to more fervently advocate for children, women, and families.

Rides for LifeThe T.K. Hausfeld Ride for Life and Festival was held at Austin Landing, a new venue for this event. It was a fun and hot day of biking, festival games, and lots of sunshine! The silent auction of fun items from local businesses and retailers was a big hit!The UD2ND Ride for Life was held for it’s 4th installment. The riders took the original route from the University of Dayton, to Minster, Decatur,

Winona Lake, and ending at the University of Notre Dame. This 240 mile bike ride is a wonderful way for the riders to display their support of life as they travel the roads through the rural countryside.

Jennifer Rose Schaffer Pro-Life EveningThe signature event, formerly titled “Viva la Vita,” was renamed The Jennifer Rose Schaffer Pro-Life Evening, in honor of board member Jennifer Schaffer who passed away in April 2016. The evening was held at the Sinclair Conference Center. Mike and Fran DeWine were awarded the Defender of Life Award for their many years of support for life. Comedian Gordon Douglas was the emcee and shared his comedic humor with the audience throughout the night. Dr. Marc Newman, President of San Diego-based Speaker for Life (a pro-life speaker training firm), was the keynote speaker. Dr. Newman motivated the audience to stand up and get involved with defending our unborn neighbors. In his address, Dr. Newman spoke about the role of men in the abortion debate. Men have historically been told that it is not their concern, but he encouraged them to fight for their women and children. He also spoke about the history of Planned Parenthood, and how in their early years they pushed birth control among those in society they considered unfit, and that today, they are pushing abortion, again among minorities, but under the auspices of “women’s healthcare.” Those in attendance of the event walked away with a renewed sense of focus and urgency in the fight for life.

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Fundraising 44.4%

Grants 38.9%

Contributions 16.3%

Product Sales .48%

2016 Sources of IncomeManagement & General 13.6%

Program Services 80.8%

Fundraising 5.6%

2016 Distribution of Expenses

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Gary Taphorn Chair

Mark Niezgodski Treasurer

Janice Grill Secretary

Ginny Bailey

Linda Burr

Barb Driehaus

James P. Fleisher

Barry Gridley

Vaughn Johnson

Stephen Keyes

Clare Thielen

Gary Whitted

Denny Wolters

Paul Coudron Executive Director

Margie Christie Assistant Executive Director, Advocacy and Programs

Maggie McKenna Director of Operations

Linnea Banz Baby Pantry Coordinator

Cassandra Brotbeck Graphic Artist

Diane Inglet Marketing & Development

Tom Pfahler Project Manager

Doug Sabo Accounting Specialist

Bill Serra Project Manager (Volunteer Staff)

DRTL Board DRTL staff