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Testimonials
Too many charities
have huge overheads and we wonder whether the money we donate ever gets to the
right people we were hoping to help. With H.A.L.O we
believe that the “hands on” approach enables any donations $ or goods gets to
the people who count—children without homes, parents or prospects—if Betty was
in the UK she would be a Dame or an O.B.E and well deserved.
David Bathers - LLan/Pen Rotary Club
Uncommon courage during war time… She never served in the military, she was a secretary here on the homefront as war raged on in Vietnam. But somehow she wanted to find a way to save lives. And somehow she did find a way to save hundreds of them. If you have ever doubted one person can make a differenced, her story would put those doubts to rest.
-Touched By An Angel
Tom Brokaw - NBC Television
Betty Tisdale will always remember the children of An Lac, the one she rescued and the one she left behind. And they will never forget 'The Angel of Saigon'.
-Vietnam: 25 Years of Healing
Mimi Gan - King 5 NBC Television
I think it's amazing that people can love you and take care of you, and you're not their own," says Sloviter… If you could meet anyone in the United sStates, who would it be? 1998 "I Want To Meet" contest Winner: Vikky Sloviter, one of the 219 orphans brought to the United States by Betty Tisdale before the fall of Saigon in 1975.
Life Magazine
Once, this grandmother saved 224 orphan kids in Vietnam and brought them to America. But no matter what she might of expected, she was not finished with them then.. not by a long shot.
Keith Morrison - Dateline NBC
Betty Tisdale entered the lives of more than 200 children because they were orphans. They stayed in Betty's life because when they most needed one, she was their mother.
Angels Among us
Kim Riemland - KOMO 4 ABC Television
“As one of our volunteers said yesterday, ‘Betty Tisdale was wonderful!’ I agree and want to than you for sharing your inspiring message with Camp Fire Volunteers.”
Rhea Wesson, Director of Field Service
Camp Fire Girls
“You certainly left your mark on Ft. Benning, Georgia! The story of your life has been the topic of many a conversation since then and your example ahs inspired many, many military wives.”
Donna M. Williams, Co-Director
Leadership Seminars, Ft. Benning Georgia
“A note of thanks for your inspiring presentation to the Women’s Book Club of Everett. Everyone enjoyed your story and were impressed with the many goals you have achieved. You are truly an outstanding woman.”
Doreen Heffron
Women’s Book Club, Everett, WA
“I would like to commend you for your excellent presentation given recently at our state Northwest Women in Educational Administration (NWEA) conference. Your very open, inspiring message was a positive experience for all who attended. Many of our conference attendees spoke quite highly and enthusiastically of your presentation and its impact on each of them personally. Again, thank you for sharing yourself and your talents with us. Please continue to share with many others in your future experiences.”
Barbara LaFray, Co-Chairperson
NWEA Conference
“You were so good at “Going for the Gold!” You wer ethe epitomy of what I wanted them to learn. Thank you, thank you.”
Linda Thomas, Chairman
Business Leaders
“Thank you so much for making my corporate luncheon a great success! I have received many positive comments on your speech. You truly are an inspiration to us all.”
Lauri Bach
Four Seasons Hotel
“It was such a treat to have the opportunity to hear your life’s story at our luncheon. It’s no wonder a movie was made about your life; it truly is inspirational. Your enthusiasm for life and sharing is infectious. Than you for sharing yourself with us at the Ft. Lewis OWC, as well as sharing your life with so many who need our help”
C.A. Sutton
Officers Wives Club, Ft. Lewis, Washington
“It was a delightful experience to meet you today and to have the opportunity of hearing you tell your story of providing hope and help to others. Already our office has heard feedback from the women who attended the meeting. One member said, ‘I saw Betty as a great motivator, showing push and tenacity pays off when it’s needed.’ Many others rated your talk as excellent while praising your most inspiring message.”
Mrs. Robert J. Habegger, President
Childrens Orthopedic Hospital and Medical Center Board of Trustees
“Thank you for your inspiring speech on ‘Climbing to the Top’ in observance of Women’s Equality Day. We received a lot of positive feedback regarding your speech which certainly addressed our theme. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge, talent and time with our group.”
William Y. Nishimura, Regional Adminstrator
U.S. Dept of Housing and Urban Development
“On behalf of the Lake Washington East Chapter, Professional Secretaries International, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for coming to the meeting and sharing your experiences. Who would have thought that telling someone you could type could lead to such an interesting life. You are truly an inspiration to us all. I hope you will remember us and come back soon.”
Linda L. Neal, Secretary
Lake Washington East Chapter, Professional Secretaries International
“Thank you again for speaking to the First Thursday audience. Needless to say, everyone was delighted and I have been inundated with compliments to you for the talk with its proof of what determination and will can do, to me for being clever enough to find you.”
Jane Hall
First Thursday Lecture Series, Plymouth Congregational Church
“I wanted to thank you for your very fine presentation to our Middle School students. I am truly amazed at your courage and dedication in working with the orphans for Vietnam. You did a splendid job in sharing your concern and caring for these children with our students.”
Charles Lee, Administrator
Villa Academy
“Our best regards to you for making a difference in a world looking for direction, leadership and change. Your positive contributions will last and set the pace for leadership in years to come. The positive results of a lifetime of hard work and dedication, is the legacy you will leave behind and the example you are setting for future generations.”
Lynda Pressey, Coordinator
Spotlight on Women, Alderwood Mall
“On behalf of the Junior League of Salt Lake City, I would like to thank you for your efforts in making our Spring Seminar a success. We all appreciated and enjoyed your address and wish you all the best in the future.”
Maylane Grisley
Junior League of Salt Lake City
“Thank you so much for speaking at our conference. We thoroughly enjoyed your talk, and everyone was much impressed by your accomplishments. In conference setting, where topics tend to run together and are often mundane, your presentation added spice and was a fitting conclusion to two days of meetings. Thank you again for sharing your story with us.”
James A. Davis
Dept. of Health and Human Services
“Please accept my informality, but you made all of us in AASH feel very close to you. Your ‘Making a Difference’ Keynote at our 25th Conference in Seattle was so warm and inspiring. Thank you for sharing your magnificent labors of love with us. You did make us feel that ordinary people can do Extraordinary things. Thank you for being a part of our conference.”
Patsy Sheehan, President
Associated Alumnae of the Sacred Heart
“I want to thank you for addressing the United Way Pacific Northwest Volunteer Leaders’ Conference in Tacoma. You were an ideal keynoter for our conference. Your goal oriented philosophy and embodiment of the “volunteer spirit” made a real hit and put everyone on a “high” for the start of the Conference. The Conference participants’ evaluation of all the speakers rated you tops. I know the Conference participants are a very critical group. To win their approval requires skill, charm and knowledge.”
Don Hall, Executive Director
United Way of Washington
“We’ve had rave reviews about our dinner and most especially about your talk! Thank you for sharing your message and yourself with us. I’m delighted we were able to work together.”
Myrna Overstreet
The Profidence Foundation, Everett, WA
“Thank you so much for your inspirational message for the United Way of Cowlitz County campaign kickoff luncheon. I had several calls complimenting us on the selection of a speaker. Your personal experiences indicate what is possible if you believe strongly enough in something.”
Kay Green, Executive Director
United Way
“On behalf of the President’s Club of the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, I would like to express our gratitude to you for being our guest speaker. I personally heard several very favorable comments afterwards and wanted you to know that your efforts were appreciated.”
R. Danner Graves, President
Seattle Chamber of Commerce
H.A.L.O.
2416 2nd Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109
Telephone: 206-282-7337
email:bettytisdale@aol.com
TAX ID # 91-2056117
501(c)(3) Organization
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