AAGO Foundation Announces New Charity Partner

AAGO Foundation Announces New Charity Partner, Orlando Dream Center

Lori Agudo, Royal American Management Director - AAGO Foundation

In January 2021, the AAGO Foundation, in conjunction with the Friends of the Foundation Committee voted to partner with a local organization called the Orlando Dream Center (OCD). The Center’s mission is focused on fighting hunger, uniting communities, and serving as a beacon of love and hope for the central Florida region. The Center provides assistance to at risk individuals and families helping them obtain the resources and skills they need to become self-sufficient.

In a meeting with the Foundation earlier this year, the Center expressed some urgently needed items of the families they serve. Items included diapers, rash cream, and diaper wipes. Upon conclusion of the meeting, the Foundation sprang into action and put out a call to all members attending the 2021 Trade Show asking them to bring these items. Our members rose to the occasion, making monetary contributions and donating hundreds of items.

On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, the AAGO Foundation had the pleasure of delivering its donations to the Orlando Dream Center and had the opportunity to meeting the Center’s Director of Operations, Yaneisy Maldonado. Ms. Maldonado was overwhelmed by the amount of donations and expressed heartfelt appreciation to all of those who made contributions.

The AAGO Foundation sets an annual goal for the number of volunteer hours they strive to serve by year’s end. This year, the Foundation’s goal is 250 volunteer hours and intends to make headway towards its goal by volunteering at the Orlando Dream Center. The Foundation has already scheduled its first volunteer time with the Center which is set to take place on Friday, June 18, 2021. If you or someone you know is interested in participating in this volunteer opportunity, please reach out to Jeffrey Bey-Edwards

Similarly, those involved in the AAGO Foundation and the Friends of the Foundation Committee are all extremely passionate about giving back to their community. If you share this passion and are interested in joining their efforts, reach out to Jeffrey Bey Jr. at jeffrey@aago.org or Sydney Nelson, Friends of the Foundation Chair, at sydney@ilsnetwork.com for additional information on how you can get involved.