CFC kicks off at Laughlin Published Oct. 13, 2009 By Airman 1st Class Blake Mize 47th Flying Training Wing public affairs LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Every fall, federal employees are given the opportunity to donate money to thousands of charities through the Combined Federal Campaign. This year's campaign at Laughlin runs from Oct. 6 to Nov. 6. According to www.omp.gov, CFC is the world's largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign, with more than 300 CFC campaigns throughout the country and internationally to help to raise millions of dollars each year. The 47th Flying Training Wing's 2009 goal is to raise $67,670, which is an increase from last year's goal of $63,618. Last year, the wing raised $117,431.86, which was almost double the established goal. This time around, the goal is only slightly higher than it was last year, but the expectations to surpass the goal are as lofty as ever. "Hopefully, through the motivation of our key workers, we can exceed our goal to help support all the good things these charities do," said 2nd Lt. Michelle Mahar, 47th Force Support Squadron customer support flight chief. "These organizations don't just reach out to national and international needs, but they also support our community and neighbors and come to their aid when they need it." The CFC planning committee is also working to personally contact everyone on base and make them aware of the campaign. Through their efforts, Lieutenant Mahar said that 100 percent of Laughlin's residents and workers should know about the purpose of the CFC which is, according to www.opm.gov, to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee focused, cost-efficient, and effective in providing all federal employees the opportunity to improve the quality of life for all. "Not everyone has to donate, but everyone should be contacted," said Lieutenant Mahar. Pledges made by Federal civilian, postal and military donors during the campaign season, September 1st to December 15th, support eligible non-profit organizations that provide health and human service benefits throughout the world. To donate, contact one of the key workers here at Laughlin. The key workers are: Laughlin chairs: Capt. Matthew Bruckner, 87th FTS 2nd Lt. Michelle Mahar, 47th FSS 47th FTW Wing Staff & 47th Comptroller Squadron: Staff Sgt. Edward Savage 47th Mission Support Group: Capt. Tiffany Broncheau Tech. Sgt. Dalara Smith 47th Logistics Group: Tech. Sgt. Dalara Smith 47th Contracting Squadron: Airman1st Class Christina Gallagher 47th Information Support Squadron: Master Sgt. G. Marshall Brown 47th Force Support Squadron: Staff Sgt. Carlos Hernandez Master Sgt. John MacGaffick 47th Security Forces Squadron: Staff Sgt. Erica Benoit Staff Sgt. Brian Garcia 47th Logistics Readiness Division: Tech. Sgt. Dalara Smith 47th Medical Group: 1st Lt. Bernardo Garcia 47th Medical Operation Support Squadron: Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Wreyford Senior Airman Ashley Hill 47th Medical Support Squadron: Senior Airman Jesus Aldaz Tech. Sgt. Edward Tovar 47th Operations Group: Capt. Joe Goldsworthy Capt. Jessica Olsen 84th Flying Training Squadron: 1st Lt. John Green 85th FTS: 1st Lt. Jon Vogel 86th FTS: 1st Lt. Ryan Scott 87th FTS: 1st Lt. James Collins 434th Fighter Training Squadron: Capt. Adam Berrett 47th Operation Support Squadron: Capt. Kirsten Ellis Maintenance: Mr. Andy McCullough Mr. Ted Jenkins Ms. Rachel Fuentes Mr. Shane Blevins Ms. Lorie Weber Mr. Damon Williams Mr. Brian Allison Mr. Steve Mabrey Mr. Ted Jenkins