Friendship Industries’ Mission is to develop and maintain

employment and training opportunities for persons with disabilities in integrated work environments.

801 Friendship Drive Harrisonburg, VA 22802

540-434-9586

CHOICE

Friendship Industries 2014—2015 Annual Report

Commercial CHOICE The cover picture is a precise medical job being performed by a Friendship Industries’ employee. The customer appreciates Friendship Industries quality of work. We appreciate their business. By choosing Friendship Industries, their business investment grows into a social investment. That is true with all of our business partners. All of our enterprises focus on competitive pricing and quality, and all enterprises benefit from our social mission. The past year has been successful in customer growth and we thank YOU. Working with Friendship Industries, you have made a wise choice for your business, your employees, and your community.

Tom Hook, Chief Operating Officer, receives the 2014 Management Excellence Award for the Eastern Region from the National Council of SourceAmerica Employers. This achievement exemplifies Mr. Hook’s professional experience which, in turn, benefits our commercial customers.

Flag Park Ceremony (L to R: George Homan, Tony Wilt, Brian Shull, Eric Bagwell and Lesley Barnes)

Board Chairman President and CEO

We thank all of our donors, volunteers, vendors and customers for partnering with us over the past 50 years. Each of you has made a difference at Friendship Industries. In turn, we hope Friendship Industries has made a positive impact on your business and your life. With much appreciation,

Board Directors

Kathryn Barnes Kurt Boshart Pablo Cuevas Patricia H. Haden Katherine Harrison Edward E. Hughes, Jr Karen P. McNeal Vern D. Michael Kenneth Patterson Ken Rutherford, PhD David Sharpe Gary W. Shickel Ronald L. Williams

Staff Leadership

George W. Homan, II, President & CEO Tom Hook, COO Amanda Simmons, CFO

Board Officers 2014-2015

Brian B. Shull, Chairman W. Marshall Price, Vice Chairman Devon C. Anders, Treasurer Steven C. Rhodes, Secretary W. Price Lineweaver, Past Chairman

Community CHOICE

The Community chose our long-time advocate Audrey Smith for the 2014 Spirit of Philanthropy at the Association of Fund Raising Professionals National Philanthropy Day. The Community’s acknowledgement of all Mrs. Smith’s lifetime accomplishments was another way to say how much our Community values those who help others. Friendship Industries couldn’t agree more!

Note: With heavy hearts, we learned of Mrs. Smith’s passing near press time. Friendship Industries is so pleased she received recognition when she was able to enjoy it.

The Smith Family at National Philanthropy Day. (Back Row L to R: Jenna Smith, Cheri Smith, David Smith, Vic Smith. Front Row: Audrey Smith, George Homan)

Why You Chose US in 2014-2015 :

Contract Packaging * Tom Hook, our Chief Operating Officer, has over 28 years in Consumer Product Packaging and

is a member of the Institute of Packaging Professionals. * Friendship Industries is FDA certified for secondary medical device

packaging. * From book publishers to food producers, our employees provide each customer with a quality job.

Secure Document Services * Friendship Industries Secure Document Services (FSDS) is your locally-owned “shred” provider * FSDS is certified by the National Association of Information Destruction (NAID). * Employees have passed NAID testing to provide a secure chain of custody for all your important and

sensitive documents. * Shredded material gets recycled so you benefit the environment as well as have security. Escape and Evasion Kits . Our exclusive contract with the Department of Defense for Air Force Escape and Evasion Kits is a point of pride for all of us at Friendship Industries.

An example of our production experience and ingenuity, this packaging device was designed by staff to get the customer’s medical product out quickly and correctly.

Community CHOICE

The Community chose our long-time advocate Audrey Smith for the 2014 Spirit of Philanthropy at the Association of Fund Raising Professionals National Philanthropy Day. The Community’s acknowledgement of all Mrs. Smith’s lifetime accomplishments was another way to say how much our Community values those who help others. Friendship Industries couldn’t agree more!

Note: With heavy hearts, we learned of Mrs. Smith’s passing near press time. Friendship Industries is so pleased she received recognition when she was able to enjoy it.

The Smith Family at National Philanthropy Day. (Back Row L to R: Jenna Smith, Cheri Smith, David Smith, Vic Smith. Front Row: Audrey Smith, George Homan)

Why You Chose US in 2014-2015 :

Contract Packaging * Tom Hook, our Chief Operating Officer, has over 28 years in Consumer Product Packaging and

is a member of the Institute of Packaging Professionals. * Friendship Industries is FDA certified for secondary medical device

packaging. * From book publishers to food producers, our employees provide each customer with a quality job.

Secure Document Services * Friendship Industries Secure Document Services (FSDS) is your locally-owned “shred” provider * FSDS is certified by the National Association of Information Destruction (NAID). * Employees have passed NAID testing to provide a secure chain of custody for all your important and

sensitive documents. * Shredded material gets recycled so you benefit the environment as well as have security. Escape and Evasion Kits . Our exclusive contract with the Department of Defense for Air Force Escape and Evasion Kits is a point of pride for all of us at Friendship Industries.

An example of our production experience and ingenuity, this packaging device was designed by staff to get the customer’s medical product out quickly and correctly.

Employment CHOICE

151 People employed at Friendship Industries (We are proud of our integrated work environment.)

130 People Served in our Work Rehabilitation Program (Rehabilitation Staff provide on-the-job training and supports.)

16 People advanced in employment, rising to Friendship Industries Production Associates (Production Associates are graduates from the Rehabilitation Program.)

30 People Served in External Employment with a Friendship Industries’ Job Coach (External Employment, also known as Supported Employment, gives another work option.)

Friendship Industries provides employment services for rehabilitation employees. These include work adjustment training, on-the-job training,

and transportation for rehabilitation employees.

Our dedicated staff works hard to make sure each person finds the work that matches and utilizes their strengths here in our integrated

work facility or at other companies.

2014-2015 Number of Lives Changed

Plaque commemorating our flag park donors.

Our Flag Park ceremony allowed us to recognize those who have helped us reach 50 years and to pledge to continue to serve our community for years to come.

Harrisonburg High School JR ROTC Color Guard presented the flag at our 50th Anniversary.

Board Chairman Brian Shull addresses the crowd.

Friendship Industries continues to be part of the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) for tax credits. Call Sandra Quigg at

540-434-4451 if you are interested.

Community CHOICE We are thankful the Community has chosen to support Friendship Industries since our founding. Friendship Industries realizes celebrating 50 Years is an achievement we reached because our community values providing employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Your donations to Friendship Industries via United Way are designated to support employment transpor-tation. Your support helps offset the cost of maintaining our four vans and our van drivers.

Your donations support on-the-job training and job coaching for persons with disabilities in our integrated work environments. People work and stay at work because of you. Thank you.

Why People Chose to Work Here in 2014-2015

Varied work opportunities. This year we saw an increase in commercial customer diversity. This diversity translates to opportunities for building different skill sets all under our roof. The cover picture illustrates one of those jobs. The equipment pictured above illustrate some other opportunities.

Job Advancement. Sixteen people advanced in their work skills and were promoted. Pathways for Advancement is a structured program for internal job advancement, formalized this year.

Transportation. County Rehabilitation participants ride Friendship Industries’ vans. This year, Friendship Industries purchased a new van with matching support from the Department of Rail and Public Transportation and from Rockingham County.

Employment CHOICE Why Morgan Chose to Work at

Friendship Industries: “I wouldn’t expect a lot from Morgan. She may not ever be able to read or write her own name.” her parents were told when Morgan was diagnosed with Mental Retardation and Cerebral Palsy. There were ample concerns regarding her ability to progress through a 12-year education. And, even if she successfully navigated through academics, her prospects for having a working career seemed even bleaker.

Miraculously, Morgan made it through the elementary Special Education years. Learning to read, write and (by 5th grade) even process simple Math equations. In Middle School, Morgan hit her stride when she received the Presidential Award for Academic Achievement. Her confidence soared!

High School was more challenging and more competitive. Things began to change. Morgan was different. She wasn’t as academically astute as her peers. She was bullied, ridiculed and humiliated. Her academic performance faltered. By the time she reached 11th grade, her parents found it necessary to provide her with special tutoring. But, she made it and received her High School Certificate of Completion.

Fortunately, Morgan was selected to participate in the Grad Class program offered to Special Needs Adults at Blue Ridge Community College. Here among students of the same caliber, Morgan’s studies focused on employment options relevant to her strengths and interests.

After BRCC, she could have gone anywhere. She chose Friendship Industries. Why? She felt a sense of belonging, comfort, and pride in being a part of something bigger. Here, she could use her new job skills and earn income. She could be in an integrated work environment and enjoy lunch and breaks with friends. Here, she hit her stride again. She discovered Friendship Industries was the best choice for all her needs and was the place that played to her strengths.

… continued next page

www.facebook.com/FriendshipIndustries

www.linkedin.com/company/friendship-industries-inc.

In Memory of Christopher Brian Ritchie Tawnia A. Morris In Memory of Lowell Miller Kathleen Williar In Memory of G. Wilson Homan William and Phyllis Carper

In Memory of John and Wilda Kaylor Elizabeth E. Kaylor In Memory of William H. Edmonson, Jr Wiiliam F. Edmonson In Memory of Phyllis Morin and Brenda Morin Bazinet Richard R.J. Morin

Harrisonburg-Massanutten Rotary chose to support us with proceeds from their annual Corn Hole

Tournament.

Donations can be an investment in equipment , like this crate erector, that advance job opportunities and skills.

In Honor of Bryan Acker James & Susan Kiser Gary & Kathy Ritcher In Honor of Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Barnes and Miss Lesley Barnes Terri Lynn Denton In Honor of Donnie Callison Jean Callison Dr. and Mrs. Rufus C. Huffman David and Karen Mars In Honor of Robert Click Paul and Debra Welk

In Honor of Ruth Coffman Gene and Anna Combs In Honor of George Homan Carol Yetzer In Honor of Gina Miller Austine H. Roudabush In Honor of Audrey Smith Victor and Cheri Smith In Honor of Ramona Wenger Dr. and Mrs. Rufus C. Huffman

Your CHOICE 2014-2015 Donations in honor and in memory...

Landscaping around Friendship Industries Flag Park awarded by the Greener Harrisonburg Fund of the Harrisonburg Rockingham Community Foundation.

Paul McFarland, Director of Rehabilitation, retires...after 14 years of service to the employees of Friendship Industries. Paul worked hard every day to find the right job for each person. His focus was Supported Employment.. Making a match between employer and employee, Paul built many re la t ionships wi th in the community. We thank him for his fine and experienced service.

Paul with employee Christie Wood

D o n n i e C a l l i s o n , Employee, retires. Donnie was a founding employee of Friendship Industries and retired after 50 years. Donnie could be counted on to do a good job and provide leadership. On top of that, he provided history lessons on local landmarks and people . Donnie embodies F r i endsh ip Industries’ legacy.

Donnie Callison (center) a founding employee, is wished a fond farewell by George Homan ((eft) and Tom Hook (right)

RETIREMENTS

Morgan is a very social and very capable young woman who is never hesitant to tell you exactly what she wants. She proudly chooses Friendship Industries as her home for employment. Sincerely, Terrie Dean, Morgan’s mother

Friendship Industries - We Work - for all who choose to work here.

Your CHOICE

Almost 1,300 Volunteer Hours !

Your choice to support Friendship Industries through volunteering, interning, and donating makes us stronger. Your support translates into employment choice for persons with disabilities.

JMU’s Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity at work on our vans.

Pilot Club of Harrisonburg provides a picnic every year for employees. Aramark at JMU provides an annual Holiday Party to all our employees , too. Both these events are highlights for our employees and staff.

Interns from JMU, EMU and BC gave time, energy and ideas.

An example: JMU Engineering students completed their two-year capstone project this spring. They created an adaptive tool for product assembly and presented their design to faculty and peers.

Why You Selected Friendship Industries for Your 2014-2015 Donations :

$ 171,687 for FY15

You like helping people help themselves. Because of your support, Friendship Industries provided Support Employment Job Coaching, Employment Assessment, Internal Employment Job Coaching, Job Training, and Employment Transportation and created Path for Advancement.

You like being a part of a community. Whether you gave directly to us or through the local United Way, you supported the community of persons with disabilities and the community in which we live.

You like hard work. Your donations helped propel people forward in their employment journey. Because of you, Friendship Industries supplied the means for each person to become a self-directed member of our community.

What We Gave Back to You in 2014-2015:

$4,338, 609 Reinvested into our community

$1,933,417 Invested in our workforce

All of this accomplished by your neighbors

Many of whom were considered unemployable

And all of whom live, work, and spend locally.

Your CHOICE

Almost 1,300 Volunteer Hours !

Your choice to support Friendship Industries through volunteering, interning, and donating makes us stronger. Your support translates into employment choice for persons with disabilities.

JMU’s Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity at work on our vans.

Pilot Club of Harrisonburg provides a picnic every year for employees. Aramark at JMU provides an annual Holiday Party to all our employees , too. Both these events are highlights for our employees and staff.

Interns from JMU, EMU and BC gave time, energy and ideas.

An example: JMU Engineering students completed their two-year capstone project this spring. They created an adaptive tool for product assembly and presented their design to faculty and peers.

Why You Selected Friendship Industries for Your 2014-2015 Donations :

$ 171,687 for FY15

You like helping people help themselves. Because of your support, Friendship Industries provided Support Employment Job Coaching, Employment Assessment, Internal Employment Job Coaching, Job Training, and Employment Transportation and created Path for Advancement.

You like being a part of a community. Whether you gave directly to us or through the local United Way, you supported the community of persons with disabilities and the community in which we live.

You like hard work. Your donations helped propel people forward in their employment journey. Because of you, Friendship Industries supplied the means for each person to become a self-directed member of our community.

What We Gave Back to You in 2014-2015:

$4,338, 609 Reinvested into our community

$1,933,417 Invested in our workforce

All of this accomplished by your neighbors

Many of whom were considered unemployable

And all of whom live, work, and spend locally.

In Honor of Bryan Acker James & Susan Kiser Gary & Kathy Ritcher In Honor of Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Barnes and Miss Lesley Barnes Terri Lynn Denton In Honor of Donnie Callison Jean Callison Dr. and Mrs. Rufus C. Huffman David and Karen Mars In Honor of Robert Click Paul and Debra Welk

In Honor of Ruth Coffman Gene and Anna Combs In Honor of George Homan Carol Yetzer In Honor of Gina Miller Austine H. Roudabush In Honor of Audrey Smith Victor and Cheri Smith In Honor of Ramona Wenger Dr. and Mrs. Rufus C. Huffman

Your CHOICE 2014-2015 Donations in honor and in memory...

Landscaping around Friendship Industries Flag Park awarded by the Greener Harrisonburg Fund of the Harrisonburg Rockingham Community Foundation.

Paul McFarland, Director of Rehabilitation, retires...after 14 years of service to the employees of Friendship Industries. Paul worked hard every day to find the right job for each person. His focus was Supported Employment.. Making a match between employer and employee, Paul built many re la t ionships wi th in the community. We thank him for his fine and experienced service.

Paul with employee Christie Wood

D o n n i e C a l l i s o n , Employee, retires. Donnie was a founding employee of Friendship Industries and retired after 50 years. Donnie could be counted on to do a good job and provide leadership. On top of that, he provided history lessons on local landmarks and people . Donnie embodies F r i endsh ip Industries’ legacy.

Donnie Callison (center) a founding employee, is wished a fond farewell by George Homan ((eft) and Tom Hook (right)

RETIREMENTS

Morgan is a very social and very capable young woman who is never hesitant to tell you exactly what she wants. She proudly chooses Friendship Industries as her home for employment. Sincerely, Terrie Dean, Morgan’s mother

Friendship Industries - We Work - for all who choose to work here.

Employment CHOICE Why Morgan Chose to Work at

Friendship Industries: “I wouldn’t expect a lot from Morgan. She may not ever be able to read or write her own name.” her parents were told when Morgan was diagnosed with Mental Retardation and Cerebral Palsy. There were ample concerns regarding her ability to progress through a 12-year education. And, even if she successfully navigated through academics, her prospects for having a working career seemed even bleaker.

Miraculously, Morgan made it through the elementary Special Education years. Learning to read, write and (by 5th grade) even process simple Math equations. In Middle School, Morgan hit her stride when she received the Presidential Award for Academic Achievement. Her confidence soared!

High School was more challenging and more competitive. Things began to change. Morgan was different. She wasn’t as academically astute as her peers. She was bullied, ridiculed and humiliated. Her academic performance faltered. By the time she reached 11th grade, her parents found it necessary to provide her with special tutoring. But, she made it and received her High School Certificate of Completion.

Fortunately, Morgan was selected to participate in the Grad Class program offered to Special Needs Adults at Blue Ridge Community College. Here among students of the same caliber, Morgan’s studies focused on employment options relevant to her strengths and interests.

After BRCC, she could have gone anywhere. She chose Friendship Industries. Why? She felt a sense of belonging, comfort, and pride in being a part of something bigger. Here, she could use her new job skills and earn income. She could be in an integrated work environment and enjoy lunch and breaks with friends. Here, she hit her stride again. She discovered Friendship Industries was the best choice for all her needs and was the place that played to her strengths.

… continued next page

www.facebook.com/FriendshipIndustries

www.linkedin.com/company/friendship-industries-inc.

In Memory of Christopher Brian Ritchie Tawnia A. Morris In Memory of Lowell Miller Kathleen Williar In Memory of G. Wilson Homan William and Phyllis Carper

In Memory of John and Wilda Kaylor Elizabeth E. Kaylor In Memory of William H. Edmonson, Jr Wiiliam F. Edmonson In Memory of Phyllis Morin and Brenda Morin Bazinet Richard R.J. Morin

Harrisonburg-Massanutten Rotary chose to support us with proceeds from their annual Corn Hole

Tournament.

Donations can be an investment in equipment , like this crate erector, that advance job opportunities and skills.

Friendship Industries continues to be part of the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) for tax credits. Call Sandra Quigg at

540-434-4451 if you are interested.

Community CHOICE We are thankful the Community has chosen to support Friendship Industries since our founding. Friendship Industries realizes celebrating 50 Years is an achievement we reached because our community values providing employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Your donations to Friendship Industries via United Way are designated to support employment transpor-tation. Your support helps offset the cost of maintaining our four vans and our van drivers.

Your donations support on-the-job training and job coaching for persons with disabilities in our integrated work environments. People work and stay at work because of you. Thank you.

Why People Chose to Work Here in 2014-2015

Varied work opportunities. This year we saw an increase in commercial customer diversity. This diversity translates to opportunities for building different skill sets all under our roof. The cover picture illustrates one of those jobs. The equipment pictured above illustrate some other opportunities.

Job Advancement. Sixteen people advanced in their work skills and were promoted. Pathways for Advancement is a structured program for internal job advancement, formalized this year.

Transportation. County Rehabilitation participants ride Friendship Industries’ vans. This year, Friendship Industries purchased a new van with matching support from the Department of Rail and Public Transportation and from Rockingham County.

Employment CHOICE

151 People employed at Friendship Industries (We are proud of our integrated work environment.)

130 People Served in our Work Rehabilitation Program (Rehabilitation Staff provide on-the-job training and supports.)

16 People advanced in employment, rising to Friendship Industries Production Associates (Production Associates are graduates from the Rehabilitation Program.)

30 People Served in External Employment with a Friendship Industries’ Job Coach (External Employment, also known as Supported Employment, gives another work option.)

Friendship Industries provides employment services for rehabilitation employees. These include work adjustment training, on-the-job training,

and transportation for rehabilitation employees.

Our dedicated staff works hard to make sure each person finds the work that matches and utilizes their strengths here in our integrated

work facility or at other companies.

2014-2015 Number of Lives Changed

Plaque commemorating our flag park donors.

Our Flag Park ceremony allowed us to recognize those who have helped us reach 50 years and to pledge to continue to serve our community for years to come.

Harrisonburg High School JR ROTC Color Guard presented the flag at our 50th Anniversary.

Board Chairman Brian Shull addresses the crowd.

Community CHOICE

The Community chose our long-time advocate Audrey Smith for the 2014 Spirit of Philanthropy at the Association of Fund Raising Professionals National Philanthropy Day. The Community’s acknowledgement of all Mrs. Smith’s lifetime accomplishments was another way to say how much our Community values those who help others. Friendship Industries couldn’t agree more!

Note: With heavy hearts, we learned of Mrs. Smith’s passing near press time. Friendship Industries is so pleased she received recognition when she was able to enjoy it.

The Smith Family at National Philanthropy Day. (Back Row L to R: Jenna Smith, Cheri Smith, David Smith, Vic Smith. Front Row: Audrey Smith, George Homan)

Why You Chose US in 2014-2015 :

Contract Packaging * Tom Hook, our Chief Operating Officer, has over 28 years in Consumer Product Packaging and

is a member of the Institute of Packaging Professionals. * Friendship Industries is FDA certified for secondary medical device

packaging. * From book publishers to food producers, our employees provide each customer with a quality job.

Secure Document Services * Friendship Industries Secure Document Services (FSDS) is your locally-owned “shred” provider * FSDS is certified by the National Association of Information Destruction (NAID). * Employees have passed NAID testing to provide a secure chain of custody for all your important and

sensitive documents. * Shredded material gets recycled so you benefit the environment as well as have security. Escape and Evasion Kits . Our exclusive contract with the Department of Defense for Air Force Escape and Evasion Kits is a point of pride for all of us at Friendship Industries.

An example of our production experience and ingenuity, this packaging device was designed by staff to get the customer’s medical product out quickly and correctly.

Commercial CHOICE The cover picture is a precise medical job being performed by a Friendship Industries’ employee. The customer appreciates Friendship Industries quality of work. We appreciate their business. By choosing Friendship Industries, their business investment grows into a social investment. That is true with all of our business partners. All of our enterprises focus on competitive pricing and quality, and all enterprises benefit from our social mission. The past year has been successful in customer growth and we thank YOU. Working with Friendship Industries, you have made a wise choice for your business, your employees, and your community.

Tom Hook, Chief Operating Officer, receives the 2014 Management Excellence Award for the Eastern Region from the National Council of SourceAmerica Employers. This achievement exemplifies Mr. Hook’s professional experience which, in turn, benefits our commercial customers.

Flag Park Ceremony (L to R: George Homan, Tony Wilt, Brian Shull, Eric Bagwell and Lesley Barnes)

Board Chairman President and CEO

We thank all of our donors, volunteers, vendors and customers for partnering with us over the past 50 years. Each of you has made a difference at Friendship Industries. In turn, we hope Friendship Industries has made a positive impact on your business and your life. With much appreciation,

Board Directors

Kathryn Barnes Kurt Boshart Pablo Cuevas Patricia H. Haden Katherine Harrison Edward E. Hughes, Jr Karen P. McNeal Vern D. Michael Kenneth Patterson Ken Rutherford, PhD David Sharpe Gary W. Shickel Ronald L. Williams

Staff Leadership

George W. Homan, II, President & CEO Tom Hook, COO Amanda Simmons, CFO

Board Officers 2014-2015

Brian B. Shull, Chairman W. Marshall Price, Vice Chairman Devon C. Anders, Treasurer Steven C. Rhodes, Secretary W. Price Lineweaver, Past Chairman

Friendship Industries’ Mission is to develop and maintain

employment and training opportunities for persons with disabilities in integrated work environments.

801 Friendship Drive Harrisonburg, VA 22802

540-434-9586

CHOICE

Friendship Industries 2014—2015 Annual Report