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If 2025 had a soundtrack, it would be layered. The hum of laptops powering on for the first time. The confident voices of young people pitching bold ideas. Laughter echoing through school halls. And the steady rhythm of a community refusing to stand still after adversity.

This year, For One Child Foundation didn’t just celebrate a milestone. We activated it.

Here’s what your support made possible in 2025.


Expanding Our Mission Across Borders


SATE Program Officially Launched in Worcester, MA

2025 marked a significant milestone with the U.S. launch of the SATE Program: Science, Art, Technology & Entrepreneurship. Designed as more than a camp, SATE became a launchpad for young people to explore hands-on science, digital creativity, technology fundamentals, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Students didn’t just learn. They created. They collaborated. They pitched. And they began to see themselves as problem-solvers, innovators, and future founders.

This launch laid the foundation for what SATE will continue to grow into in 2026 and beyond.


Summer Computer Literacy Program Launched in Portland, Jamaica

In Jamaica, we strengthened our commitment to digital access through the Summer Computer Literacy Program, equipping young people with essential technology skills needed for today’s academic and professional world.

For many students, this program marked their first structured exposure to computers, digital tools, and confidence-building tech instruction. It wasn’t just about learning software. It was about unlocking opportunity.


Eye-level view of a child working on a tablet with educational software
SATE Program Celebration
Summer Computer Literacy Program, Portland, Jamaica
Summer Computer Literacy Program, Portland, Jamaica

Removing Barriers to Education


Scholarships Awarded

Education access remained at the heart of our work in 2025. Through donor generosity, scholarships were awarded to support students continuing their academic journeys, helping to ease financial burdens and reaffirm that their dreams matter.


Laptops Distributed

We also distributed laptops to students who needed reliable tools to learn, create, and stay connected. Each laptop represented equity in action. No child should be left behind because they lack access to technology.



Still Standing With Jamaica: Hurricane Melissa Relief Continues


Our work in Jamaica did not end when the storm passed.

With the leadership of Antonette Staple, a longtime volunteer and 2025 For One OG Award Recipient, and the support of committed partners, 275 care packages were distributed across four communities in Westmoreland following Hurricane Melissa.

This relief effort is ongoing. Donations are still accepted throughout the year as we continue supporting rural and remote communities while helping families rebuild with dignity and care.



A Message From Our Executive Director: Yanique Deans


Spreading Holiday Cheer at Moore Town Primary

On December 16, 2025, the For One Child Foundation proudly partnered with Moore Town Primary School as a sponsor for a special Christmas dinner that became a moment of healing and joy.

After months of recovery following Hurricane Melissa, the school hall was transformed into a space filled with warmth, festive lights, and laughter. One young student quietly shared, “It seems like Santa Claus came early because this was what I wanted.”

That moment captured everything we stand for. Being present. Restoring joy. Showing up when it matters most.

Our Executive Director extends deep gratitude to every donor and supporter who helped make this possible. Your kindness keeps hope alive.


Close-up view of educational materials and personalized learning plan on a desk
Yanique Deans- For One Child Executive Director

A Thank You From Our Founder & Board: Racquel Knight

This year required vigilance, empathy, collaboration, and deep connection.

To everyone who donated, volunteered, shared our work, and helped amplify our mission, thank you. You helped us celebrate 10 years of For One Child not just with reflection, but with action.

We honored our legacy while proving we’re still building it.

To our Board of Directors and volunteers, thank you for your leadership, commitment, and belief in what’s possible. Let’s make magic in 2026.


Racquel Knight- Founder/Board Chairperson, For One Child
Racquel Knight- Founder/Board Chairperson, For One Child

Looking Ahead: Save the Dates for 2026

We’re just getting started. Here’s a preview of what’s ahead:

  • For One Child Annual Golf Scramble

  • For One Child – Vibes & Rhythm Bashment

  • SATE Summer Program (Science, Art, Technology & Entrepreneurship)July 13–18, 2026A week-long immersive experience ending with the For One Child SATE Sharklet Showcase, where young innovators pitch their ideas to local judges.

More details coming soon. Trust us, you’ll want to be part of what’s next.



Because of You

Every program launched, every laptop given, every scholarship awarded, and every smile restored in 2025 happened because of you.

Thank you for believing in education.Thank you for believing in youth.Thank you for believing in what’s possible when we work together.

Here’s to the next chapter. Here’s to legacy in motion. Here’s to For One Child. 💙💛💚


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This year marks a decade of impact for For One Child Foundation — ten years of breaking barriers, empowering underserved children, and building brighter futures through education.


To celebrate this milestone, we invite you to join us for our 10th Anniversary Celebration:

One Night 4 One Child: A Decade of Difference ✨

📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025

🕕 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

📍 Worcester Fitness Club – MacDonald’s Tavern, 440 Grove St., Worcester, MA

🎟️ Tickets are $55 — get yours now!👉 https://donorbox.org/events/801894


A Decade of Purpose, Passion, and Possibility


For One Child Foundation began with a single mission — to remove barriers to education for underserved youth. Over the past ten years, we’ve provided scholarships, school furniture, and laptops, and launched our SATE Program (Science, Art, Technology & Entrepreneurship), helping children explore creativity, innovation, and opportunity.

This anniversary is not just a look back—it’s a leap forward. Every dollar raised through this celebration will directly fund our Scholarship Fund and SATE Program, ensuring even more students have access to the education and experiences they deserve.


What to Expect

This isn’t a gala — it’s a celebration of joy and impact!

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, music, and community:

🎤 Host: Latasha Hughes-Thomasson (Fitness 4 Life 1 & Your Favorite Neighborhood Girl Comedy)

🎧 Music: DJ Jagga

📸 Photography: Lynn Aurelie, Unabridge Media

💃 Dress Code: Impact-Inspired Chic — colorful, bold, and ready to dance!

Guests will enjoy delicious food, heartwarming stories, and a chance to celebrate those who make our mission possible.




Eye-level view of a backpack filled with colorful children's books
Event Details

Honoring Our 2025 Awardees


Each year, For One Child recognizes individuals whose leadership and generosity reflect the heart of our mission. We are thrilled to announce our 2025 Honorees:


💺 ChairGiver Award (Highest Honor)


💙 Maria Lawson

💙 Mr. Mathias Brown (Posthumous)


This award represents the spirit of For One Child — embracing our mission wholeheartedly and advancing it with compassion and action.


🌞 Joy Ambassador Award


Youth Honorees: Imari Lawson & Sofia Martinez

Adult Honoree: Lorna Ellis


These changemakers embody joy in action — spreading kindness, positivity, and leadership in their communities.


🛡️ For One OG Award


Allison Chisolm & Antoinette Staple


Recognizing long-time supporters who have stood by For One Child from the beginning, helping us grow and thrive year after year.


🌱 Legacy Lifter Award


Jafet Martínez & Paulette Piñero


Celebrating visionaries who have elevated our mission and ensured its legacy for generations to come.


Close-up view of a stack of children's books ready for packing
Award Ceremony 2024

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Sheri Ann McLean-Williams


We are honored to welcome Dr. Sheri Ann McLean-Williams, last year’s ChairGiver Award Recipient, as our Keynote Speaker. Dr. McLean-Williams' dedication to education, equity, and empowerment continues to inspire communities and shape the next generation of leaders. Her message will remind us of mission-driven work and why it is needed more than ever today.



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Dr. Sheri Ann McLean-Williams- 2024 ChairGiver Award Recipient

Sponsorship Opportunities


We’re inviting local businesses, community partners, and advocates to join us as sponsors of this milestone event. Your support fuels our mission and helps us reach our fundraising goal of $10,000.


Sponsorship Packages



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📬 Checks payable to:For One Child Foundation6 Suffield St. #3Worcester, MA 01610

📧 To Sponsor: Maria Lawson – mlawson@foronechild.org | info@foronechild.org


🎁 In-Kind Donations

We’re also welcoming in-kind donations for our raffle and live auction — including gift cards, products, services, or experiences. These donations bring excitement to the evening while helping us raise crucial funds for our programs.

📧 Interested in contributing? Email mlawson@foronechild.org or info@foronechild.org


Join Us for a Night to Remember


One Night 4 One Child: A Decade of Difference will be a night of reflection, recognition, and renewal — celebrating 10 years of empowering children and families through education.

Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of community, impact, and joy!


🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now ($55):👉 https://donorbox.org/events/801894


Together, let’s celebrate the joy, honor the journey, and dance for the difference. ❤️

Patrons having fun.
Patrons having fun.

 
 
 

On July 2025, For One Child Foundation launched its first-ever SATE Summer Bootcamp. This powerful, weeklong experience was designed to ignite creativity, leadership, and innovation in Worcester’s youth.


SATE stands for Science, Art, Technology & Entrepreneurship. We welcomed 16 dynamic young minds for a unique bootcamp that turned ideas into business ventures, curiosity into knowledge, and kids into confident CEOs.


Taking place at WorcLab in Worcester, the camp became a playground of possibility. Students collaborated, created, experimented, pitched, and shined—all while being surrounded by an inspiring community of instructors, volunteers, and sponsors who believed in their potential.


Why Worcester Needs Programs Like SATE


Worcester County is rich in culture and community. However, underserved youth often lack access to creative, tech-based, and entrepreneurial learning experiences outside the traditional classroom. The SATE Program fills that gap.


It equips students—especially Black and Brown youth—with essential 21st-century skills that are often gatekept. From building business brands to learning how AI tools work, from designing logos in Canva to presenting business pitches, SATE gives young people the space and tools to dream and do.


Programs like this don’t just educate; they empower. They offer our children a chance to see themselves as leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers in their own right. That’s the kind of change Worcester needs to keep building an equitable, thriving future.


What Happened at SATE?


For six inspiring days, students dove deep into the SATE pillars:


  • SCIENCE with Dr. Antia Veal – exploring real-world experiments and scientific curiosity.

  • ART with Savonne Pickett – creating visual narratives through mural work and multimedia design.

  • TECHNOLOGY with Jafet Martinez – using AI and Canva to build brand identities, flyers, and business cards.

  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP with Paulette Piñero – learning how to pitch, build, and own their ideas like CEOs.


For One Child State Program Award Ceremony — celebrating first place winners for their outstanding achievement and leadership.
For One Child SATE Program Award Ceremony — celebrating the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for their outstanding achievement and leadership.

The week culminated in our first-ever Sharklet Showcase on Saturday, July 26. Each student presented their startup vision to a panel of community judges, family, and friends.


Big Congrats to Our Student Stars:


🥇 1st Place- Alex Mutie & Elianna Itemere

🥈 2nd Place- Anna Britt “Anna” Kanjia

🥉 3rd Place- Khourie-Ann Green


Special shout-out to Team KAKE—Kenneth Green, Khourie-Ann Green, Anna Britt “Anna” Kanjia, and Enoch Itemere—for winning our AI Prompt Challenge!


This Wouldn’t Be Possible Without You


Our SATE Summer Bootcamp was built by community power. We’re sending deep thanks to:


Our SATE Squad (Instructors)


  • Dr. Antia Veal – Science

  • Savonne Pickett – Art

  • Jafet Martinez – Tech

  • Paulette Piñero – Entrepreneurship


Our Sponsors & Partners


  • National Grid

  • Cornerstone Bank & WorcLab

  • The WellStorm Inc. & A Tribe Called Black

  • Arts Worcester, Aesthetic by Cie, Molly McCullough for School Committee, Watoto Poa, Cruz Contracting, Unique Café, Father Jonathan Slavinskas


Special thanks to Unstoppable Latina® and their Shine & Build Accelerator for helping raise funds so that each student received a stipend to support their business idea. Also, thanks to The WellStorm Inc. and A Tribe Called Black for providing laptops and hotspots for every child.


We also celebrate the commitment of our volunteers and the Organization's leadership of Cie Morin, Maria Lawson, Nadine James, and Dr. Sheri-Ann McLean Williams. Their efforts helped make this week impactful and unforgettable.


Racquel Knight, Founder of For One Child Foundation, shares a moment of gratitude during the State Program, honoring community support and partnership.
Racquel Knight, Founder of For One Child Foundation, shares a moment of gratitude during the SATE Program, honoring community support and partnership.

It Was More Than a Program—It Was a Movement


SATE proved that when you invest in one child, you spark a ripple of hope, confidence, and transformation. Our work continues—and we want you to be part of what’s next.


Young participants proudly receive certificates of achievement during For One Child’s State Program.
Young participants proudly receive certificates of achievement during For One Child’s SATE Program.

Save the Date: Our 10-Year Celebration is Coming!


One Night 4 One Child: A Decade of Difference

Saturday, November 15, 2025

6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Worcester Fitness Club – MacDonald's Tavern

440 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605


Celebrate the Joy. Honor the Journey. Dance for the Difference.


Early Bird Tickets Are NOW ON SALE – Just $55!


Sponsorship opportunities are available! Please contact Maria Lawson at mlawson@foronechild.org or info@foronechild.org. Help us continue making magic in the lives of children and families.


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Want to support our next youth initiative or collaborate on future programs?

Let’s talk: info@foronechild.org


The Impact of SATE: A Closer Look


Building Skills for the Future


The SATE Program is not merely an event; it’s a stepping stone toward a brighter future for our youth. Each participant walked away with more than just knowledge. They gained confidence, teamwork skills, and a sense of ownership over their ideas.


Creating Lasting Connections


One of the most beautiful aspects of SATE was the connections formed. Students learned to work together, share ideas, and support one another. These bonds will last far beyond the bootcamp, creating a network of young innovators ready to uplift each other.


Inspiring the Next Generation


As we reflect on the success of SATE, we are reminded of our mission. We aim to empower underserved children with the tools they need to succeed. Programs like SATE inspire the next generation to dream big and take action.


Join Us in Our Mission


We invite you to be part of this transformative journey. Your support can help us expand our reach and impact. Together, we can ensure that every child has the resources they need to thrive.


Let’s continue to make a difference, one child at a time.

 
 
 
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