low-cost means of introducing students to playing a Musical instrument. Harmonicas and Health Several medical professionals have taken up clinical research in the use of the harmonica in respiratory therapy. SPAH's Harmonicas and Health Committee seeks to promote these efforts through communication and coordination among those professionals, publicization of their efforts, and presentations at the SPAH convention. Awards SPAH honors individuals and organizations whose exceptional activities and achievements have benefited the harmonica community and advanced SPAH's mission to preserve and advance the harmonica. SPAH makes three annual awards, which are presented at the SPAH convention: Bernie Bray Harmonica Player of the Year Award Awarded to an individual whose proficiency excellence in playing the harmonica is a source of pride to the harmonica community. Award should be for distinction demonstrated or attained recently, preferably during a twelve-month period prior to the deadline for nominations. Only one person may receive the Bernie Bray Award in any year. Pete Pedersen Lifetime Achievement Award Awarded to an outstanding harmonica player with a record of achievements over a long period of time that may reasonably be considered to be the virtual equivalent of a lifetime. Recipient has been active in promoting the preservation and advancement of the harmonica and the positive and meaningful interaction of harmonica players and devotees. Recipient has demonstrated generosity in sharing their talents and knowledge, and in remaining accessible to members of the harmonica community. Only one person may receive the Pete Pedersen Lifetime Achievement Award in any one year unless there is a compelling reason to do otherwise. SPAH Award of Special Merit Awarded to individuals or organizations that have benefited the harmonica community in a manner that is deserving of singular honor. Recipients may be organizations and may be individuals who do not play the harmonica. Fundraising While annual dues and convention revenues provide the bulk of SPAH's funding, SPAH also raises funds through sponsorships of the organization and donations to its Wiliam Rosebush Youth Fund. Sponsorships: Major donors to SPAH may be designated sponsors at the gold, silver and bronze levels, depending on the size of the annual gift. Sponsors include harmonica manufacturers and private individuals. William Rosebush Youth Fund: The William Rosebush Youth fund was established in 2011 by a gift deriving from the estate of SPAH member and supporter William Rosebush, which was directed by the donor to support youth. SPAH solicits donations directed by donors