May 25th is Sugar Bear's birthday, so we are dedicating this month to celebrating his life, highlighting our work, and focusing on community engagement. If you are not already, make sure to follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter) as we share in more details our programs and opportunities for Gold Star families and his story.
During the last four years we have been incredibly blessed for the support and assistance we have received. We have implemented a scholarship, internship and other educational programs as well as events that have provided both spouses and children the opportunity to forge a new path after loss, one that will enable them to create a more fulfilling life.
Additionally, we are in the process of implementing new programs that will address and assist spouses with career transition and financial support. I am personally grateful for what we have been able to achieve. To say this is a labor of love for me would be a gross understatement. The Sugar Bear Foundation has completely redirected my life to one that is now focused on service and assisting the families of our fallen. One that I know would make Sugar Bear genuinely happy because of his devotion to his fellow Marines and Sailors.
If I learned anything from our twenty years together it was to remain vigilant in my objectives. I am, and so is our team, as we look forward to making an even greater impact and reaching Gold Star families across the nation. I hope you will join us in whatever you can do. This month, especially, we are asking our friends to sign up for Sugar Bear’s Memorial Virtual Run (in honor of his birthday) and truly making this a day of giving, make a donation or simply help us spread our mission. Additionally, this Tuesday, May 5th is Giving Tuesday and another means of support for our work. It all helps, and we are grateful! Please know we are always open to suggestions so reach out if you have an idea, suggestion or want to help us implement a program.
Thank you,
Jennifer Carazo
Gold Star Wife and Chairman
