Hi Everyone,

As one of the trustees of the Chris Barnes Medical Fund, I would like to provide the details of how we spent money during 2008. Below is a breakdown of how the money was used in order to provide alternative medical treatments, care and therapies for Chris. A warm thank you once again to all who contributed to our fundraising efforts in 2008.

Regards,
Annemarie
Trustee, Chris Barnes Medical Fund


2008 Chris Barnes Medical Fund Trust - Disbursement Breakdown (amts rounded)

China stem cell travel & carer costs $ 14,620.08
Nutrients, Cod liver oil, Brainsustain Whey $ 1,387.36
Website costs $ 544.00
Bank Incoming/Outgoing Wire Fees $ 150.00
Speech/Language, Physical Therapy, Massage cost $ 6,146.74
Right Median Nerve Stimulation (RMNS) device $ 588.00
Taxes $ 1.70
Monthly Bank service fees $ 324.00

TOTAL US$ 23,761.88


FYI: Incoming money from Friends & Family Trust; 2008 Spend Breakdown:

Funds received into Chris Barnes Medical Fund from Friends & Family Trust +37,524
Of which: Paid out to Beike Hangzhou hospital (’08 stem cell treatment & airport transport costs) -20,920
Of which: Paid out to airfare for Chris & 1 travel assistance companion (biz class due to wheel chair) -8,133
Of which: Paid out to airfare (Larry + 1) (’08 stem cell China trip) -2,760
Of which: Paid out for China visas for family travel -320
Funds remaining from Friends & Family Trust incoming money received =5,391