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Debra Scott is a retired Behavorial Specialist and dedicated community advocate with over 31 years of service at the Board of Education. As an Afro-Latina mother of five, Debra has devoted her life to supporting children, families and underserved communities. Throughout her distingusihed career, she developed and implemented community programs and resouces designed to address behavioral health, educational equity, and family support services. Her hands-on experience in the school system gave her deep insight into the challenges facing at-risk youth and their families, inspiring her to create solutions that bridged the gap between schools and community resources. Debra holds a Bachelors Degree in Behavariol Science for Merch College. Her academic background,combined with more than three decades of frontline experience, has made her a trusted voice in behavariol health nad community development.   Ms.Scott has had te pleasure of receiving many school an community awards over the years. She is most proud of The Maxwell House Hero Award, presented by First lady Barbara Bush. I was  one of onely 49 individuals selcted to respresent the United States, honored with a weekend at the White House with a guest. A flag was flown in her honor and presented to her, and she is permanently recorded in the Congessional books. Now retired, Debra continues to be a passionate advocate for community empowerment,mentorship, and resource accessibiltiy for marginalized populations.

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  1. Tiffany Ferguson ( Ms. Franklin grand daughter)'s avatar
    Tiffany Ferguson ( Ms. Franklin grand daughter) April 10, 2014 at 2:37 am Reply

    Dear Debra Scott,

    Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your gift donations. The children and families were very pleased with the clothes, shoes,toys etc. I was also asked by families who participated for future information about upcoming locations, dates and times of your next events. Basically I told them I’ll pass on any details given to me. however I did give out your website address and email info.

    Thank you for your generosity and your quality products!

    Sincerely,”
    Tiffany Ferguson
    407 Decatur Street
    Brooklyn, NY
    Phone: 347-822-5767
    tsf622@gmail.com

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      debrascott1978 April 25, 2014 at 10:23 pm Reply

      You are quiet welcome, upcoming rvents “Caring And Sharing Day” Annual Prom Dress Give-A-Way

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    debrascott1978 April 25, 2014 at 10:45 pm Reply

    Thanks, upcoming events..”Sharing and Caring Day” Annual Prom Dress Give-a-way in May

  3. Ms. Perez's avatar
    Ms. Perez December 23, 2014 at 7:59 pm Reply

    Dear Debra Scott,

    Thank you so much for your organization. The students were so surprised to receive such beautiful gifts and were very appreciative. I thank God for your heart to give and your dedication to such a special project.

    Thank you so much for including me in this effort and may God bless you.

    • debrascott1978's avatar
      debrascott1978 January 21, 2015 at 8:03 pm Reply

      It’s family like yours that make it worth it!

  4. Della Holder's avatar
    Della Holder December 26, 2014 at 8:06 pm Reply

    Hello Debra Scott,

    Thank you for the wonderful work you are doing for the children. They all love the christmas toys they received and appreciate it very much. You have nice website and you’re doing great work for the community. Thank’s again

    Della Holder

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    debrascott1978 January 21, 2015 at 8:05 pm Reply

    It’s always a pleasure serving children,and parents who care

  6. Chris Borchardt's avatar
    Chris Borchardt August 17, 2015 at 5:01 pm Reply

    Dear Ms. Scott,

    On behalf of the students in the Coalition for Hispanic Family Services’ Arts & Literacy Program at P.S. 116, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your generous donation will help spread the joy of music to children who would otherwise have a difficult time accessing professional instruments.

    Whenever I hear the sounds of children happily plunking away at the guitar, I will think of you and your wonderful spirit.

    Thank you, again, for all of your support.

    Sincerely,
    Chris Borchardt
    Site Director, Arts & Literacy @ P.S. 116

  7. Charrie Baker's avatar
    Charrie Baker July 22, 2016 at 4:07 am Reply

    Dear Ms. Scott,

    Thanks so much from Aunty Charrie’s Childcare! The toy donations Tuesday morning were so appreciated, and unexpected! There are a rare few people that will give, just out of the goodness of their hearts and without expecting anything in return…so happy to have met you. Keep up your kind acts and generous spirit, and thank you ever so much yet again, because of you, I can give even more to them!

    Sincerely,
    Charrie Baker
    Provider @ Aunty Charrie’s Childcare

    • debrascott1978's avatar
      debrascott1978 July 22, 2016 at 3:35 pm Reply

      You are quite welcome, please look out for upcoming back to school & holiday give away. Please forward me the # of kids boys & girls and ages for future donations

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        Charrie Baker July 23, 2016 at 7:04 am

        Currently enrolled full-time are 7 children, 3 boys 4 girls
        The boys are ages 11, 4 and 3
        The girls are ages 8, 3 and 2 2year olds
        I have other children that come at random times (holidays, school closings etc)
        Ages vary from 1-7, 3 boys 3 girls
        Thanks so much again!

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    Charrie Baker July 22, 2016 at 4:37 am Reply

    Dear Ms Scott,

    Many thanks from Aunty Charrie’s Childcare! Your donation of toys Tuesday morning was so generous… And unexpected! The kids are thrilled with the new toys, can’t thank you enough!
    Please keep up the great work

    Sincerely
    Charrie Baker
    Provider, Aunty Charrie’s Childcare

  9. ShaWanna L. McPhaul's avatar
    ShaWanna L. McPhaul November 15, 2016 at 2:04 pm Reply

    I would like to say thank you for the invitation to join you in the event held. My children and the children we gave your book bags filled with school supplies appreciate your generosity and commitment to the community. It’s individuals like yourself that helps children grow up with hopeful futures.

    Sincerely,

    S.L. McPhaul, RT (r)

  10. Damaris Santiago's avatar
    Damaris Santiago November 16, 2016 at 9:24 pm Reply

    Dear Ms. Scott

    Thank you for donating bookbags to my children. My kids were very grateful and excited to receive new ones. Your donations are always appreciated. Keep doing positive things to help out the people in our community, you are very thoughtful. I am thankful for your generosity.

    Sincerely

    Damaris Santiago

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    Mike November 20, 2016 at 4:28 pm Reply

    Dear Ms. Scott,

    For the past few years PSA4 are very thankful for the toys donation during Christmas. Your generous donations are very much appreciated for the children in our community. Thank you for making a positive difference in our community. Keep up the positive influence and the great work that you do for our community. Thank you again.

    Respectfully,

    Community Affair PSA4

    • debrascott1978's avatar
      debrascott1978 December 11, 2016 at 3:33 am Reply

      Thank you for your support in providing transportation to pick up toys

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    Mag November 20, 2016 at 4:40 pm Reply

    Dear Ms. Scott,

    For the past 11 years I want to thank you for donating toys and bookbags to my son. My son is very happy and appreciate everything that you have done. Let me say thank you for the donations and more thanks for the thought. One of the greatest thing I can thank you for is all the joy you’ve brought to us! Keep up your act of kindness and generosity in our community.

    Sincerely,

    Ms. M. Duran

  13. Brenda Brown's avatar
    Brenda Brown December 2, 2016 at 12:42 am Reply

    Hello Debra On behalf of Reaching Across the World Ministries 194 Irving ave and Himrod Street Brooklyn N.Y 11237. I am the director of the children Sunday school. I want to thank you for all of the wonderful donations and free give a ways. NY Jets ( signed Picture of Darelle Revis, the Book Bags with school supplies from the Legacy Center, the laptop from the Beacon the fishing pole and Bike. again I say thank you.
    May God continue to bless you and keep you.
    You have truly put a smile on a lot of children faces that are less fortunate.

    Brenda Brown
    Director of the
    Children School

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    Brenda Brown December 2, 2016 at 12:59 am Reply

    Hello Debra on behalf of Reaching Across the World Ministries, I would like to personally thank you for putting a smile on so many faces with the donations and free give a ways. the NY Jets (signed picture of Darrelle Revis), Book Bags with supplies by the Legacy center, laptop- Beacon, a fishing pole & bike,

    May God continue to bless you in all that you do.

    Brenda Brown
    Director of the children Sunday School

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  15. Darlene Haygood Brown's avatar
    Darlene Haygood Brown December 13, 2016 at 5:52 am Reply

    To Debrah Scott
    From Rev Darlene Haygood Brown
    Family baptist church
    1704 topping ave
    Bronx ny
    We would like to thank Ms Scott for thinkof our church family and the community for her donations she has given and all that help her with the toys and the or organizations please continue our support for her she’s definitely a God sent thanks so very much

  16. Gwendolyn Wright's avatar
    Gwendolyn Wright January 2, 2017 at 6:19 pm Reply

    Hello Debra Scott
    We the tenant Association at DEhostos would like to thank you for the toys that you donated to the children. We appreciate your support.
    Thank you for making our Christmas party a success. Look forward to working with you again.
    Happy New Year from the DEhostos Tenant Association

  17. Shaleana Samuels's avatar
    Shaleana Samuels May 13, 2017 at 3:51 pm Reply

    Thank you for beautiful prom/graduation dresses and jewelry. that was given to the children as well as the parents. Awesome time and very nice host. Thankful.

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      debrascott1978 May 14, 2017 at 2:34 pm Reply

      It was wonderful, and you are quite welcome..thank you

  18. Ms. Van Public School 5's avatar
    Ms. Van Public School 5 May 15, 2017 at 11:32 am Reply

    SATURDAY MAY 13, 2017
    Debra Scott and her associate Brenda had a PROM DRESS extravaganza hosted in Central Brooklyn at P.S. 5. The event was wonderful. Hundreds of dresses lined the school’s cafeteria as young ladies tried on dress after dress until they found their perfect match. Rain did not stop this show. IT WAS GREAT!!! Every girl that came walked away with two or three dresses. You could hear the chanting, crying, and cheers from the crowed of people and parents as they encouraged each girl. It was an EVENT!!! Can not wait to see what happens next year……

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    Danetra mclaughlin May 23, 2017 at 5:09 pm Reply

    PS 5 would like to thank you for the beautiful dresses,shoes,makeup and jewelry. The girl were very happy and apreahtive. Thank you so much you don’t know how much we love you. From the PS. 5 family

  20. Mery Tolentino's avatar
    Mery Tolentino May 23, 2017 at 5:14 pm Reply

    I want to truly thank my co-worker Mrs Debra Scott
    For her amazing contributions for my daughter and her class mates prom dresses. Many thanks to her for her continue altruism in full filling those who are in need in our community.

    Best,

    Ms Tolentino.

  21. Jasmin Keye's avatar
    Jasmin Keye September 10, 2017 at 1:16 pm Reply

    Thank you for all donations. The supplies and back packs will be very useful this school year for my kids. Your generosity is greatly appreciated

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