Bello Machre’s 35th Annual Every Step Counts Raises More Than $215,000 to Support People with Developmental Disabilities

MARYLAND – Bello Machre‘s 35th Annual Every Step Counts brought together more than 450 participants, 35 volunteers, and 30 sponsors on Saturday, June 13th, to support people with developmental disabilities throughout Maryland.

Held in both Anne Arundel and Carroll counties, Every Step Counts is Bello Machre’s signature walk and bike ride fundraiser. The event featured walking and biking routes, family-friendly activities, games, music, raffles, and opportunities for community members to come together in support of Bello Machre’s mission.

This year’s event raised more than $215,000 to help provide loving homes, meaningful opportunities, and individualized supports for people with developmental disabilities.

“We are thrilled with the success of this year’s Every Step Counts and especially grateful to see so many new faces join our Bello Machre community. Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, sponsored, and donated to make the day possible,” said Dr. Robert T. Ireland, President and CEO of Bello Machre.

Bello Machre extends its heartfelt thanks to the sponsors who helped make this year’s event possible.

Presenting Sponsor: Commercial Insurance Managers

Champion Sponsors: AR Builders, Inc., Kelly Benefits, and Shore United Bank

Ambassador Sponsors: Cattail Construction, Inc., Waverly Construction & Management Co. Inc., Merrill Lynch, and The Doukas Family

Community Spirit Sponsors: Long & Foster Real Estate – Joan L. Peacock, First National Bank, Progressive Title Corporation, The Bancorp, Childs Landscape Contractors, Inc., Team Mike & Molly, and J&H Power Solutions

Heart By Heart T-Shirt Sponsors: Dimensional Health Care Associates, Mullen, Sondberg, Wimbish & Stone, P.A., Bugout Termite & Pest Control Inc., BayVanguard Bank, Comprehensive Developmental Services, Columbia Rubber Corporation, The Bank of Glen Burnie, and Skyline Technology Solutions

Rest Stop Sponsors: DataLink Interactive, Inc. and Phelps Water Company

Bello Machre is grateful to these organizations, as well as all of the sponsors, donors, volunteers, and supporters who continue to show up and invest in our community in meaningful ways.

“Every Step Counts is a wonderful reminder of how much can be accomplished when people come together around a shared purpose. It was incredible to see so many families, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters celebrating alongside the people we serve,” said Julie Provan, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Bello Machre.

Funds raised through Every Step Counts help Bello Machre fulfill its mission of providing a lifetime of loving care, guidance, and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities, empowering them to live their lives to the fullest.

About Bello Machre

Bello Machre, a non-profit organization with offices in Anne Arundel and Carroll Counties, MD, provides a lifetime of loving care, beautiful wheelchair-accessible homes, and community support to people living in its 50 community homes located throughout Central Maryland as part of our Residential/Group Home Services. Our Community Development Services provide community-based day services, plus employment services for people with developmental disabilities. The Ray of Hope Program offers assistance with expenses such as specialized summer camps, physical therapy, and adaptive equipment. Bello Machre is here to help, empowering people with developmental disabilities to live life to its fullest. bellomachre.org