37: New England

Planned Parenthood of Northern New England
Pampered Penny
Friends of Animals in Need
This pup's family turned to Second Chance when she needed emergency surgery.
Second Chance Animal Services
United Way
United Way of Central Northeastern Connecticut
Free ME from Lung Cancer
An orphaned, baby raccoon plays with toys, during his stay at Urban Wildlife Rehabilitation. He is later released as a self-sufficient, young adult.
Urban Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc.

Aaron Flynn

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USPS

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Dad, Granddad, former soccer, little league, hockey, basketball and soft ball coach

What is the charitable cause you are most passionate about and why?

Boston Children's Hospital:
My daughter Mackenzie was an eight grade student and athlete at Mount Greylock Regional High School in Williamstown, MA. At some point we became aware of the fact that her health was failing to the point where she was no longer able to participate in athletics or concentrate on her school work. After numerous visits to medical facilities we were left with no answers and a child whose health was failing in front of our eyes. We somehow became aware of the services offered by Boston Children's Hospital and contacted them for assistance. The staff at Children's initiated an exhaustive evaluation of my daughter and concluded that she was suffering from a thyroid disorder as well as diabetes 1. After a team deliberation and a series of treatments and therapy, Mackenzie was able to get her life back and return as a student and talented athlete at the High School level. Mackenzie is now a Practicing Speech Language Pathologist in Virginia and well on her way to an amazing career and I believe we owe it all to the intuitive staff at Boston Children's Hospital. We will forever be grateful for their Professionalism, efficiency, and compassion.

Why do you give through the CFC?

Because it helps create opportunities for people in need.

How do contributions through the CFC help your cause?

Contributions through CFC empower brilliant minds to make the impossible achievable.

Mark LaBombard

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Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (CFC: X8EE9C)

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Proud parent, Family man, Veteran, Drone operator, Outdoor Enthusiast.

What is the charitable cause you are most passionate about and why?

Veteran causes. One of the times I went home on leave from the military I saw first-hand how CFC charities make a difference. A friend of mine was deployed to the Middle East and was a few weeks out from going home on leave to be there for the birth of his daughter. While out on patrol one day, his vehicle hit an IED and he paid the ultimate price. I was home on leave when news of this was announced. I saw numerous CFC charities make contact with my friends wife and offer support in terms of helping navigate the complex VA system, food, support groups that brought together spouses in similar situations and monetary help. That is when I vowed to always support the CFC.

Why do you give through the CFC?

I can give more throughout the year than by giving a little from every paycheck than if I only did a one time donation.

How do contributions through the CFC help your cause?

Contributions end up helping causes in numerous different and important ways. I have personally seen veterans having a very difficult time coping with the stresses that they have had to endure. I have also seen the charities bring veterans together and help give them purpose again. Whether that is through counseling, events that build comradery with other veterans, job placement or giving a veteran the help that allows them to get established and create a new life outside the military. I know personally that I have had friends that would not be here today, or where they are today, if it were not for charities stepping in and providing the positive and sustaining avenues that they provide.

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