Programs & Resources

1. SENIOR CITIZEN “HEALTHY HEART” PROGRAM

Program Focus
Senior wellness and social connection

Program Schedule
February kickoff, followed by ongoing monthly/weekly activities

Services Provided

  • Movement and exercise
  • Painting
  • Crocheting
  • Health checks
  • Social activities

Ways to Support

  • Instructors
  • Art supplies
  • Crochet supplies
  • Space
  • Snacks
  • Transportation

Community Impact

  • Number of seniors served
  • Attendance
  • Health screenings
  • Participant satisfaction

2. ANNUAL “UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY” RESOURCE & GIVEAWAY

Program Focus
Community resources and connection

Program Schedule
Spring/Summer

Services Provided

  • Resource fair
  • Giveaways
  • Food
  • Health screenings
  • Music
  • Vendors

Ways to Support

  • Tents
  • Tables
  • Volunteers
  • Community partners
  • Donations
  • Permits

Community Impact

  • Number of attendees
  • Resources distributed
  • Partners engaged

3. “SHAVON’S WISH” BUNDLES OF JOY & INFANT GIVEAWAY

Program Focus
New mothers, infants, and families

Program Schedule
Spring, Mother’s Day, or quarterly

Services Provided

  • Diapers
  • Wipes
  • Formula
  • Clothing
  • Blankets
  • Bottles
  • Care bundles

Ways to Support

  • Baby items
  • Gift bags
  • Registration system
  • Volunteers

Community Impact

  • Number of families served
  • Number of bundles distributed
  • Referrals made

4. ANNUAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENT

Program Focus
School-ready children

Program Schedule
July/August

Services Provided

  • Backpacks
  • Notebooks
  • School supplies
  • Children’s clothing
  • Haircuts
  • Food

Ways to Support

  • School supplies
  • Clothing
  • Backpacks
  • Barbers
  • Volunteers

Community Impact

  • Number of students served
  • Backpacks distributed
  • Clothing items provided
  • Haircuts provided

5. ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS / HOLIDAY TOY GIVEAWAY

Program Focus
Families in need during the holidays

Program Schedule
November/December

Services Provided

  • Toy distribution
  • Gift wrapping
  • Registration
  • Photos
  • Family support

Ways to Support

  • Toys
  • Wrapping supplies
  • Storage
  • Volunteers
  • Distribution site

Community Impact

  • Number of children served
  • Number of families served
  • Number of toys distributed

6. ANNUAL PROM & THINGS GIVEAWAY

Program Focus
Middle and high school students

Program Schedule
February–April

Services Provided

  • Prom dresses
  • Suits
  • Shoes
  • Accessories
  • Makeup
  • Hygiene care items

Ways to Support

  • Dress and suit donations
  • Racks
  • Mirrors
  • Alterations
  • Volunteers

Community Impact

  • Number of students outfitted
  • Items distributed
  • School partners engaged

7. ANNUAL BOMBAS SOCKS GIVEAWAY

Program Focus
Comfort and hygiene support

Program Schedule
Fall/Winter or ongoing

Services Provided

  • Distribution of 5,000+ socks to senior centers
  • Distribution to schools
  • Distribution to shelters
  • Distribution throughout the community

Ways to Support

  • Socks
  • Sorting and packing space
  • Delivery volunteers

Community Impact

  • Number of socks distributed
  • Number of sites served
  • Number of people reached

8. PEER-TO-PEER “SHAVON’S WISH” MENTAL HEALTH SESSIONS

Program Focus
Peer-to-peer mental health support and emotional wellness

Program Schedule
Ongoing or scheduled sessions throughout the year

Services Provided

  • Peer-to-peer support sessions
  • Mental health discussions
  • Emotional wellness support
  • Safe space for participants to share experiences and connect with others
  • Mental health resources and referrals

Ways to Support

  • Peer support volunteers
  • Mental health professionals and community partners
  • Meeting space
  • Educational materials
  • Donations
  • Community outreach and referrals

Community Impact

  • Individuals connected with mental health resources
  • Participants engaged in peer support
  • Increased awareness of mental health and emotional wellness
  • Referrals to community resources

9. FREE CPR

Program Focus
CPR education, emergency preparedness, and lifesaving skills

Program Schedule
Ongoing or scheduled community training sessions

Services Provided

  • Free CPR training
  • Hands-on CPR instruction
  • Emergency preparedness education
  • Basic lifesaving skills
  • Information on responding to cardiac emergencies

Ways to Support

  • CPR instructors and trainers
  • Training equipment and supplies
  • Community partners
  • Training space
  • Volunteers
  • Donations

Community Impact

  • Increased community preparedness for cardiac emergencies
  • Community members trained in CPR
  • Increased awareness of emergency response
  • More individuals equipped with lifesaving skills

I’m Debra

I love working with children and families. Nothing brings me more joy than helping young people learn, grow, and feel supported. I believe strong families build strong communities, so I give my time and energy to programs that uplift others.

I also love to travel, exploring new places, cultures, and foods whenever I can. My favorite foods are rice and quandules, a beloved family recipe, along with chicken, whether fried or barbecued. These meals remind me of home, love, and togetherness.

Giving back to my community is at the heart of who I am. Whether I am volunteering, mentoring, or simply lending a helping hand, I find purpose in serving others.

I live with kindness, faith, and a passion for making a difference. My life reflects my love for family, culture, adventure, and community.

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