TRANSPORTATION by Emma DiMaggio Communications Manager Thirteen months after the Golden Rain Foundation did away with its fixed-route bus system and transitioned to an on-call, point-to-point system, the results are exceeding expectations. Ridership has increased 40% in the first year. On average, LW’s buses gave 998 more rides per month in 2025 compared to 2024, and that growth shows

PAYMENTS There are many ways for shareholders to make their assessment payments: 1. ACH (Auto pay): Shareholders can set up an ACH transfer with their banking institution. This allows the GRF to automatically withdraw your monthly assessment directly from your checking account on or around the fifth of every month. 2. Drop Box: Shareholders can drop their check in the 24hour drop box

GRANTS In October 2025, the Golden Age Foundation (GAF) awarded the Leisure World Claytime Ceramics and Clay Crafters Clubs $1,750 from the Peter Hayes Grant program, established to support clubs and organizations that improve the lives of Leisure World residents. The grant was used to purchase an L& L Plug-n-Fire Kiln which enhances ceramic projects with luster and decal applications