TESTIMONY
Testimony by Chelsea Quito, Special Projects Lead at New York City Football Club (NYCFC)
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Chelsea Quito, a South Bronx native, shares her experience with the City of Community Foundation supported by NYCFC. She highlights her 6-year involvement, various roles, and the positive impact the organization has had on her life. Additional details include:
- Recipient of the ESPN Billy Jean King Humanitarian Award in 2020
- Currently works part-time as Special Projects Lead at CITC Foundation
- Expresses gratitude for the support received and optimism for future community impact
Chelsea Quito
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My apologies.
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Okay.
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I'm on the screen.
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Hello.
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Hi.
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My name is Chelsea Keethaw.
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I was born and raised in the South Bronx by amazing hardworking Ecuadorian parents.
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I joined the City of Community Foundation proudly supported by New York City Football Club when I was 17, and I have been actively involved for a little over 6 years now.
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I gained numerous opportunities through City And the Community Programming, leading to my nomination recipient of the ESPN, Billy Jean King Humanitarian Award in 2020.
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I am honored to say that I have served as a volunteer summer soccer block program and after school coach, youth leadership council, leader, young leader training coordinator.
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It's a it's a mouthful.
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And currently, I work part time with the club as special projects lead at CITC.
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Foundation.
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I am truly touched by all the help I received from the CITC Foundation and the club since the beginning.
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Looking ahead, I'm filled with hope and excitement about the many people we're going to help and change for the better through our work together.
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Thank you for listening.
