31: Chesapeake Bay Area

Neighbor Ride's volunteers provide the "wheels" that help seniors stay health, independent, and connected to the community.
Neighbor Ride, Inc.
Habitat home dedication for Jessica.
Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake
Oyster Planting 25 mill
Oyster Recovery Partnership
elieve in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you imagine.” ― Roy T. Bennett
Communites In School of Hampton Roads
Camp Opportunity Annual Report 2017 Breaking the Cycle of Abuse and Neglect ONE CHILD AT A TIME
Camp Opportunity
United Way of the Eastern Panhandle

ALMARIS ALONSO

ALMARIS ALONSO

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Department/Agency

FDA-CFSAN

Cause Area

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Mom, Wife, Scientist, Mentor, Inclusive Leader, and Children's Book Author

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

This year I have selected:
The Hispanic Association for Colleges and Universities (HACU [Charity #10477]) and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF [Charity #11502]).
I have been a mentor for disadvantaged students since 1996, while supporting organizations that help them access educational opportunities. Through mentoring, I have been a firsthand witness of the positive changes in all these students’ lives. For example, some of the students I mentored from vulnerable communities have completed a graduate level education and/or are pursuing a graduate degree in a STEM educational program. In 2009 I led the Hispanic Association for Colleges and Universities (HACU) at FDA New England District and two talented students were supported through a HACU summer internship. Supporting and mentoring underrepresented students in a STEM disciplines is more than a simple commitment; It is my passion.

Why do you give through the CFC?

My contributions are sent safe, while giving back to vulnerable communities facing gaps within their educational systems.

How do contributions through the CFC help your cause?

Supporting underrepresented students advancing in their education through scholarships and/or programs (e.g. travel grants, housing, stipend).

Dana Allen-Douglas

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CFC Zone

Department/Agency

Internal Revenue Service

Cause Area

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MOTHER, GOAL ENTHUSIAST, PEOPLE ADVOCATE

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

I am passionate about a variety of causes. Causes that pioneers for equalities. Causes that have multi-faceted initiatives to bring awareness to issues in communities, mental health, physical health and economics.

Why do you give through the CFC?

CFC is a one stop shop. It has every thing you need and are looking for about charities and causes. CFC website is user friendly. I enjoy reading and seeing pictures and post of those who benefit from charities. I enjoy reading the impact statement and checking AFR for charities. CFC website is the "Amazon" for charities and causes.

How do contributions through the CFC help your cause?

I support my causes by volunteering hours to support the cause/organization. I also submit monetary donations to my causes.

Elyse Jackson

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CFC Zone

Department/Agency

SSA

Cause Area

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Mom, daughter, sister, friend, supporter

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

American Indian Cancer Fund. The health care necessities available to tribal communities are not always greatly equipped to help those who are effected by cancer. Tribal communities are need all the resources available at all times.

Why do you give through the CFC?

It helps to keep me civically involved at the baseline fiscally if I am unable to to put in man hours of service.

How do contributions through the CFC help your cause?

It helps those in need who may otherwise struggle. I believe in the collective and village helping one another.

Tarnisha Jackson

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CFC Zone

Department/Agency

HHS

Cause Area

Profile

Motivator, Champion, Humanitarian, Humorous, Sunshine

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

I can't really say what charitable cause is a the top of list because there are so many charities that light a flame in my heart. I often designate my contribution to the Alzheimer's and Alopecia Associations because of my own personal experiences. However I can't be selfish therefore I think it is equally important to give to other charities such as Make a Wish Foundation, Soles4Souls and FareStart. All provide hope, support or a service to those who are in need and that for me is what I'm most passionate about.

Why do you give through the CFC?

I give through CFC because I trust my contributions will go towards charity cause and not a huge overhead.

How do contributions through the CFC help your cause?

Many federal employees know CFC is a tradition. My contribution helps to keep the tradition alive; makes a difference in the live of so many; and sets an example for future contributors.

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