Jenyfher recently completed her studies in Law at the University and is now officially an attorney! In order to increase her marketability, she took a 3 month assignment in the U.S. helping a mother in the military care for her children and household. Jen's immersed in an intensive English learning experience!
Arisai was studying at the University of Ensenada, but recently had to take time off to address her immigration documentation issues. Ari was born in the United States, but has lived in Mexico most of her life. She is currently working with an immigration attorney to locate her U.S. citizenship papers, which will open up many opportunities for her. She will return to college in September, continuing her studies in Business Administration. She's a great softball player, too!
We met Luis Miguel several years ago while visiting his sisters in an orphanage. He recently came back into our lives and we discovered he is currently working as a barber in order to earn money for college! He wants to study Sports Physical Education to become either a teacher or trainer. FTC, Inc. purchased a set of professional barber tools to help him improve his services.
Andrea (16) and her sister Flor, (17) are two young ladies we have become especially close to. They are both Honors students and are looking forward to entering the University upon graduation. Flor wants to study Chemical Engineering and Andrea wants to become a Doctor. They are both immensely intelligent girls, and we want to help them achieve their goals!
Carmen is studying Graphic Design at the University of Ensenada. FTC recently purchased a new computer for her, so she has the right equipment to achieve her goals.
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve the lives of "our girls." Your generous donation is tax-deductible.
FTC, Inc. is a 501C3 charity. To donate via check, please make your check payable to: FTC, Inc. and mail it to the address below.
FTC, Inc. is about changing the lives of young, school-age girls in Baja California, Mexico who have been taken from their homes by government family services due to a home environment of drug abuse, economic hardship or abandonment.
These girls are sent to live in places called "casa hogares," which are essentially orphanages.
We at FTC, Inc. are focused on changing their lives by providing educational support, books, development of life skills and mentorship, with the end-goal being financial independence, self-growth and to make a contribution to their community.
Here are the direct ways your charitable donations have been spent:
- Tuition fees for promising students
- Purchase of school materials and books
- Bus transportation cost for students
- Recharge of basic inexpensive cell phone plans for students safety
- Trade school program fees
- Sport uniforms and equipment for students
- Culinary school tuition
- Refurbished chromebook computer equipment
- Laboratory materials for university students
- Refurbished musical instruments for therapeutic student cases
- Short term (up to 90 days) rental and per diem support for transitioning University students while looking for interim employment
- Emergency/required medical and dental expenses
-Government document procurement necessary to graduate
FTC, Inc. was founded as a charitable, non-profit foundation by husband and wife Richard Illescas and Gina Zappariello-Illescas in 2021.
Richard is a former IBM Project Executive and Gina is a retired teacher, coach and education executive.
Relocating to Ensenada, Mexico after their respective retirements, Richard and Gina headed in a great new direction... giving back.
What started as volunteering to teach English to elementary kids in a tiny school near their Ensenada home, developed into a passion for helping young girls rise out of poverty and abandonment to become strong, self-sufficient women who realize that their dreams can become a reality.
And so, FTC, Inc. was born.
Pismo Paper Arts
Gina opened up her Etsy shop - Pismo Paper Arts - in 2022. Pismo Paper Arts offers handmade, unique paper art, including journals, greeting cards and wall art. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of items on Pismo Paper Arts is donated to FTC, Inc. Visit her shop at: https://pismopaperarts.etsy.com
doTerra Healing Hands
Since its 2008 inception, doTERRA has provided the highest-quality essential oils to people around the globe. doTERRA, meaning “gift of the earth” in Latin, strives to share these natural essential oil gifts worldwide, helping people take control of their lives one drop at a time. doTERRA’s mission is to help the world heal. Their commitment to quality and purity drives everything from sourcing to distribution.
With that mission in mind, doTerra has launched a charitable arm, and FTC, Inc. has been fortunate enough to be selected as one of the recipients of their Healing Hands Matching Program slots! For every dollar raised, doTerra will match that up to $10,000! You can make a donation through this link: For The Children, Inc. (doterrahealinghands.org) Go there to learn more about this wonderful partnership and donate.
If you happen to be in the Pismo Beach, CA area, stop by The Natural Toolbox in the Pismo Premium Outlets. They carry Pismo Paper Arts creations as well as a huge selection of doTerra Essential Oils. Ask for Roxi!
We've Been Granted 501(C)(3) Status
It's official! FTC, Inc. was granted 501(C)(3) status by the Internal Revenue Service!
All donations are fully tax-deductible!
With all of us working together, we can accomplish great things.If you have any questions about FTC, Inc., please click on the link and fill out the form below. We will get back to you soon.
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