One Night 4 One Child: Celebrating 10 Years, Honoring Our 2025 Awardees, and Welcoming Dr. Sheri Ann McLean-Williams

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.

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.

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.

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

📬 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. ❤️

#ForOneChild #OneNight4OneChild #10YearsOfImpact #CelebrateWithPurpose #EducationForAll

Patrons having fun.

Why Should I Donate to Support Jamaican Education?

Education is the cornerstone of a brighter future. Yet, in Jamaica, many underprivileged children face significant barriers to accessing quality education.

At For One Child Foundation, we are dedicated to breaking these barriers and empowering the next generation through education. But we can't do it alone—we need your support.

The Problem: Limited Access to Educational Resources

Many children in Jamaica grow up in low-income communities with limited access to essential educational resources such as books, laptops, scholarships, and even basic school supplies.

This lack of resources hinders their academic success and limits their future opportunities. According to the World Bank, financial constraints are a major obstacle for many Jamaican families, preventing their children from accessing quality education.

Our Solution: Transforming Lives Through Education

For One Child Foundation is dedicated to providing educational resources to underprivileged children in Jamaica. Our initiatives include:

• One Chair 4 One Child – Providing comfortable and supportive chairs to enhance learning environments.
  

• One Laptop 4 One Child – Bridging the digital divide by giving students access to online educational resources.
  

• One Scholarship 4 One Child – Supporting talented but financially disadvantaged students in pursuing higher education.
  

• Books and Backpack Drive – Supplying essential school materials to help students thrive academically.

These programs are designed to empower students to break the cycle of poverty and create brighter futures. By supporting their educational journey, you are not just giving them resources—you are giving them hope and opportunity.

Why Your Donation Matters

Your donation to For One Child Foundation can make a profound impact. Here's how:

1. Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Education empowers children with the skills and knowledge needed to lift themselves and their families out of poverty.
   

2. Creating Equal Opportunities: Every child deserves a fair chance at success. Your contribution ensures equitable access to education for all Jamaican children.
   

3. Building Future Leaders: By investing in their education, you are nurturing the next generation of thinkers, leaders, and change-makers in Jamaica.

   
   

How You Can Help

Your support can change lives. By donating to For One Child Foundation, you are directly contributing to the betterment of underprivileged children in Jamaica. Your generosity enables us to provide essential educational resources and help these children achieve their full potential.

Make a Difference Today

Are you ready to be a part of this transformative journey?

Donate now to support Jamaican education and empower the next generation of leaders. Together, we can make a lasting impact.