Ken-Ducky Derby Kicks Off. The Kentucky Derby is billed as
the “most exciting two minutes in sports,”
but the Ken-Ducky Derby could make you a millionaire.
The Harbor House is hosting the sixth-annual...
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August 5, 2009
6th Annual Ken-Ducky Derby
Kickoff Event at Frazier International History Museum

A Training and Development Center for Individuals with Development Disabilities

Louisville, Kentucky —“And They’re Off!”  Harbor House will be hosting the 6th annual Ken-Ducky Derby Kick Off event at the Frazier International History Museum on August 5, 2009 The 6th Annual Ken-Ducky Derby, will be held September 26, on the Festival Plaza at Waterfront Park.

What is the Ken-Ducky Derby and how does it work?  People can adopt a rubber duck for $5.00 or a family of six ducks for $25.00.  Rubber ducks are adopted by completing an “adoption certificate.”  The adopter then has a duck in the race, and has a chance to win a new car, and other great prizes.  You do not have to be present to win the Grand Prize.

Adoptions will begin August 5th and continue through September 26, 2009 (race day).  The adopter of the first duck across the finish line will win a new Honda Civic, courtesy of Swope Honda World.  There is also a chance to win one million dollars with the “Garrett-Stotz Company Million Dollar Duck” floating in the water.  Adopt your Ken-Ducky Derby Duck at one of our many retail locations – including Kroger Stores, Republic Bank Branches, Bearno’s, Starbucks Coffee, Krispy Kreme, Coach’s Fitness and Pat’s Steakhouse

The Real Winners of the Harbor House Ken-Ducky Derby are the adults with
disabilities who are served by Harbor House of Louisville programs.

Harbor House is a not-for-profit certified training and development center for adults with developmental and physical disabilities and brain injuries.

Over 200 adults are served annually with on-site and community based employment opportunities, plus a full range of other services.

March 17, 2009
Harbor House Selects New Board President

Louisville — Harbor House of Louisville, Inc. welcomes David Jett as the new president of the board of directors effective immediately.
"It is an honor to become president of one of the leading training and development centers for adults with disabilities in the Louisville Metro area” said Jett. "The responsibility is great, particularly in these difficult times.”
“My goal for Harbor House, is to grow in both the services we provide to our participants and the number of people who have the opportunity to benefit from our services. The staff not only cares for each individual, but celebrates in their growth through interaction, employment services and in the mailing operation. Each day offers hope and joy to both our staff andparticipants at Harbor House,” Jett added.

Jett is Vice-President & Regional Manager for Retail Banking at Republic Bank and Trust Co. and has served on the Harbor House board since 2007. He also serves on the board of directors of The Altenheim, and in the past he has served as treasurer, president and past president for the Iroquois Area Business Association. Additionally, he has served on many boards and committees, and has been the treasurer of the Men's Fellowship for ten years at Bethel St Paul Church.
"I am excited to have someone with David’s background and ability leading our organization," said Harbor House executive director Maria Smith. "The innovative programs that Harbor House has initiated will continue with the right resources, and David can lead us in that direction."
Jett succeeds Patrick Fallon, Plant Manager at ChemStation, who has been vital to the growth and professionalization of the Board during his time of service.
Harbor House’s Board vice president is Pete Slacum, GM Krispy Kreme,; Julie Guenther, Director of Finance at Elderserve, Inc. is the treasurer,; Darlene Hayden, retired from the financial industry, is serving as secretary.
Harbor House of Louisville, Inc. is a non-profit organization that works to enhance the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities through employment, education, self-determination and community building opportunities, with an emphasis on person centered planning.