Nov 2025 Newsletter
Dear Reach Family,
What an energizing fall it has been! On October 16th, we participated in Walk on White and
raised $146, but more importantly, we added 50+ new supporters to our newsletter and
mission family. To everyone who stopped by, donated, or simply said hello: thank you. Your
belief in our work means everything, and because of you, our momentum continues to grow.
This month, we are also proud to welcome a new leader to our organization.
Welcome Our New Board Member: Shawn Tracey
Please join us in welcoming Shawn Tracey, our new Treasurer. Shawn brings a rare
combination of legal, business, nonprofit, and executive leadership to Reach for Greatness.
He holds both a J.D. and M.B.A. from the University of Toledo and has served for nearly two
decades in the energy sector with Marathon Oil Corporation, where he is currently Vice
President of Business Development. His career also includes international leadership as
General Counsel and Secretary of Equatorial Guinea LNG Company, S.A.
Equally important, Shawn’s heart for service runs deep. He has served on nonprofit boards
including:
Gigi’s Playhouse (Sugar Land, TX) — supporting individuals with Down syndrome
Sandal Gap Studios — arts and education initiative
Now a full-time Key West resident, Shawn enjoys boating, island life, and family time with his
wife and two daughters. We are honored to have his expertise, integrity, and enthusiasm guiding
our mission.
Sponsorship Opportunities: Be Part of the 2026 Impact!
We are currently seeking mission partners who believe, as we do, that big dreams deserve big
support. Sponsorships fuel scholarships, open doors, and change trajectories for driven
students across the Florida Keys.
Level Contribution Benefits
Dream Builder $10,000+ “Brought to You By” naming on one scholarship, press
release to The Citizen and Keys Weekly, handmade apron &
tote by Violetta, thank-you note, feature article in newsletter
Vision Partner Changemaker Opportunity Ally
$5,000+ $2,000+ $1,000+ Co-naming on one scholarship, apron & tote by Violetta,
thank-you note, newsletter mention
Apron & tote by Violetta, thank-you note, newsletter mention
Handmade apron by Violetta, thank-you note, newsletter
mention
Supporter $250+ Thank-you note, newsletter mention
Friend $100+ Thank-you note
If you or someone you know would like to sponsor a student’s future, email us anytime or visit
reachforgreatness.org/donate-today.
Looking Ahead
Goal: Raise $70,000 for Summer 2026
Mission: Award 95% of funds directly to students
Next Step: Grow our donor base and sponsorship circle throughout the fall
Every voice, every share, and every dollar gets us closer to transforming the lives of even more
young people next summer.
With gratitude,
The Reach For Greatness Team
Thank you for believing in hard work, high standards, and the power of opportunity.