Helping Others Live the Best Life Possible
Helping others is second nature to Fred Jackson.
As a businessman, he equally divided his time among running the business, selling product and volunteering.
"I got a lot of satisfaction out of seeing positive outcomes," Fred says of his philanthropic endeavors.
In retirement, he continues to be motivated by a giving spirit. Fred's varied volunteer efforts include many at Westminster St. Augustine, where he and his wife, Carla, became residents about nine years ago.
They've become ardent donors to the Westminster Communities Foundation (WCF), which finances a wide range of funds benefiting individuals and programs at Westminster St. Augustine.
That includes the Benevolent Assistance Fund, the powerful impact of which Fred witnessed firsthand.
"What came as a real eye-opener was when a neighbor lost all of her resources during the Bernie Madoff scandal," he recalls. "Well, Westminster just moved her into a nice apartment and started supporting her financial needs. She was able, with the Foundation's help, to maintain her dignity and self-respect. After that, I became a believer in the Benevolent Assistance Fund."
Fred eventually became a Foundation Ambassador, sharing the good works of the WCF with residents. He hopes others will become donors, helping it grow.
His current focus is expanding the health center to include a vitally-needed memory care center.
Supporting the Foundation is supporting their family at Westminster St. Augustine, he says.
"This is our last stop," Fred says. "We will care for our fellow residents, whether they can afford it or not."
Tonnie Alliance, Director of Philanthropy, says:
"On behalf of Westminster Communities Foundation, I wish to express my deepest gratitude to Fred for his contributions to the Foundation and the residents at Westminster St. Augustine."
Like Fred, you too can make a difference in the lives of other residents by making a gift to the Westminster Communities Foundation. Learn more by contacting Hyacinth L. Mayberry at 407-839-5050 ext. 227 or hmayberry@wservices.org.