GREENFIELD, NH — On Sunday, May 28th, the public is invited to attend a benefit for the Sudan relief effort at the Crotched Mountain Rehabilitation Center . The event will begin with an African dance workshop from 1:00 to 2:00 PM , taught by Chelsea Agee and her husband/drummer, Surty "Anive" Holmes.

After the workshop, Miles Forma, a high school student at Crotched Mountain School , will present an analysis of the tragedy in Darfur and a brief synopsis of the Sudan relief effort sponsored by the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee. Following Miles' presentation, two of the "Lost Boys of Sudan," now Crotched Mountain employees, will speak of their experiences.

Donations will be accepted. Checks should be made out to "JDC: Jewish Coalition for Sudan Relief" and sent to Miles Forma, Crotched Mountain Foundation, 1 Verney Drive , Greenfield , NH 03047 .

Last July, Miles organized a benefit for the orphans of Rwanda after seeing the movie, Hotel Rwanda. He was deeply moved by the courage of the hotel manager, Paul Rusesabagina, and troubled by the world's indifference to the plight of both the Tutsis and the Hutus. The following month, Miles had the opportunity to meet personally with Paul Rusesabagina, who told Miles about his concern for the people of Darfur .

"Miles is a very sensitive and caring young man," states his dance teacher, Pat Martin. "While no one would criticize him if his only focus was on dealing with the challenges he has faced in his lifetime due to cerebral palsy, he is often looking to how he can contribute to others." Miles uses a wheelchair for mobility and communicates using a Dynavox, an augmentative communication device.

To learn more about this event, call 603-547-3311, ext. 309.

Crotched Mountain is a charitable organization employing 900 people. Its mission is to serve individuals with disabilities and their families, embracing personal choice and development, and building communities of mutual support. Crotched Mountain provides specialized education, rehabilitation, community, and residential support services for more than 2,000 consumers, including individuals with disabilities and the elderly, living in New England and New York . For more information about Crotched Mountain please visit their web site: http://www.crotchedmountain.org.

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