Cape Assist charges into to its 26^th year full of hope and promise as the environment of prevention becomes acknowledged in the community. The value of "saving" children from addictions has become a topic to be discussed, no longer a topic be avoided. The planning processes of the past year bear this out. Cape May County's MAPP (Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships) process has listed drugs and alcohol and tobacco as its number one health concern. The Underage Drinking Coalition has received more attention and volunteers than ever before. Most important to us is the overwhelming response to our 2007 Annual Appeal where a record number of community people and groups supported Cape Assist financially. It is not only important for continued service, but lifts all of us that work here at Cape Assist up knowing the community values us as stewards of their funds in our present economy.