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"One person can make a difference, and everyone should try."
~ John F. Kennedy ~
2011 the "50th Anniversary" of the CFC!
On March 18, 1961 John F. Kennedy signed Executive Order 10927 that would create the Combined Federal Campaign. In the 50 years that followed, thanks to the generosity of Federal Employees, the CFC has raised almost $7 billion for charitable organizations. During this time, the CFC has grown to be the most inclusive workplace giving campaign in the world. Today, it is estimated that more than 20,000 charities, worldwide, participate.
CFC has evolved into a program that offers the most efficient way to raise maximum dollars at minimal cost for charities. Because of the CFC, we now have a powerful, effective vehicle that gives us an opportunity to make meaningful changes in the lives of those in need, the communities we live in, and the world at large.
After 50 years, it's time to celebrate this success and thank you for your continued support. We hope you will take the opportunity to continue as a supporter into this historic year. All year long we will be recognizing the significant efforts made by federal employees through the CFC. Come be a part of history, and continue to help us make a difference to those that need it most.
Rhode Island and SEMA CFC Kicks off on September 5 at McCoy Stadium
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As you may have read in the posted news article on this website, our 2011 "50th Anniversary" Campaign kicked off on Monday, September 5, at McCoy Stadium in Pawtucket RI. CFC officials, charity representatives and guests participated in the "Opening Ceremony."
It was a beautiful day, and it was very exciting to see our 2011 Campaign Video played on the Scoreboard and listen as the PAW SOX announcer provided details about the success of our CFC and the generosity of federal employees.
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And, since no CFC event would be complete without the US Navy Band Northeast, they were on hand to entertain us and to play our National Anthem.
Calling for All of Your CFC Event Ideas (and Photos)
USN Surface Warfare Officers School - Newport RI
While our 2011 Campaign kicks off early in September, training for campaign volunteers did not begin unitl September 20 and will continue though September and into late October. Please see the events calendar on this website for dates/times/places of traning sessions.
Once your campaign does kickoff, please share information (and photos) with us about your kickoff events and any details specific to your campaigns. Your great ideas may inspire other campaign volunteers. Please send your ideas and photos to ecomeau@chcofne.org. We will share them via this website or e-mail with other campaign volunteers.
The first to share a photo with us is Campaign Coordinator Richard Ivanoskos. Richard is coordinating the CFC at Surface Warfare Officers School in Newport RI. Pictured here with Richard is Keyworker OS2 Cheryl Brown.
Richard and Cheryl set up their CFC display in the best possible place -- just inside the door of the cafeteria where it will be seen by everyone at SWOS. And, their strategy is paying off. Already, in their first week of campaigning, SWOS personnel have pledged almost $12,000 and are already almost halfway to their $25,000 goal!
THANK YOU RICHARD, CHERYL, all SWOS keyworkers and donors for your efforts on behalf of the 2011 CFC.
HAVING FUN WITH THE CFC / HALLOWEEN PARTIES
LFCC Member and SSA (Pawtucket Office) NUWC Employee Michelle Lauth took second
staffer Gerry Mirabile turned "Tooth Fairy." place for her "Goth Fairy" custume.
SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION (Pawtucket RI Office)
For the past three years, Gerry Mirabile has kicked off his CFC with a Halloween Party and has dressed for the occasion! According to Gerry, his co-workers look forward to this annual fun event and his 2011 campaign (and, YES, he serves as his federal agency coordinator) has almost achieved 100% particiipation for the CFC. THANKS SO MUCH, GERRY... for all that you do, and for being such a good sport.
US NAVAL UNDERSEA WARFARE CENTER - Newport RI
With so many employees (2,760) and so many departments, it is no surprise that NUWC has many FUNdrai$ing events during the campaign season. One of the first was a Halloween Party in the NUWC Combat Systems Department. While Ms. Lauth took second place in the costume contest, Mr. & Mrs. Potatoe Head (aka Harry Watson and Rebecca Chhim) took fist place.
The contest raised $192.00 for the CFC.
To see Mr. & Mrs. Potato Head, check out the CFC Photo Gallery.
PLEASE SEND PIX (AND DETAILS) OF YOUR HALLOWEEN PARTIES AND CFC EVENTS, AND WE WILL POST THEM HERE.
ANNOUNCING -- the 2011 Rhode Island and SEMA CFC Early Bird Winner
With more than 3,100 entries (300+ more than last year), the LFCC’s newest member Gerald Mirabile (Social Security Administration – Pawtucket Office) drew the winning entry at the LFCC meeting on Thursday, December 8, 2011 – the winner… Teresa Michael.
Teresa is employed as an Administrative Assistant at the US Naval Undersea Warfare Center in Newport RI. She has worked at NUWC for two years – participating in both the 2011 and 2010 campaigns.
Teresa was very surprised when she received the telephone call. In fact, she asked, “Is this a joke?” Although she had completed the entry, she never expected that she would win!
I trust the CFC,“ said Teresa, and “I know the CFC-participating charities are among the best in the world, so I have confidence that my contribution will be put to good use by the charities I designate`.”
Teresa (pictured below) was presented with her $500 gasoline gift card by LFCC Chair Vincent Marzullo and Captain Todd Cramer (NUWC’s Division Newport Commanding Officer).
ANNOUNCING -- 2011 Rhode Island and SEMA CFC Donor Recognition Program Winners
Accepting their gifts at the 2011 Celebration & Awards Luncheon on March 14, 2011 were CFC Donor Recognition Program Winners:
(Winners from left to right) William R. Spain (US Naval War College), Paula Lemieux (US Naval Undersea Warfare)
and Michael K. Rinn (US Postal Service) with LFCC Chair Vincent Marzullo.
(Missing from Picture) Keith P. Long (Transportation Security Administration)
Recognition Categories (one winner/category)
Platinum Eagle Club (contribution of $2,080 or higher)
iPad with WiFi
Gold Eagle Club (contribution of $1,040 - $2,079)
Vehicle Remote Start System
Silver Eagle Club (contribution of $520 - $1,039)
Amazon Kindle w/WiFi
Bronze Eagle Club (contribution of $260 - $519)
iPod Touch MP3 Player
CONGRATULATIONS AND "THANK YOU" TO ALL OF OUR 2011 WINNERS!
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