Base gearing up for Combined Federal Campaign Published Sept. 25, 2013 By Airman 1st Class Josh Eikren 375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- The Combined Federal Campaign is set to kick off at Scott Air Force Base Tuesday with an event on the parade field from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year's theme is "Make it possible" with the intention that every donor can make something wonderful happen. The CFC kickoff at Scott is the largest event in the CFC region, known as Gateway CFC, and this year's goal is $900,000. "This event is a great opportunity to meet some of the charities and really learn about what they are doing in our community to make a difference," said Capt. Michelle Kolcun, Scott CFC vice chairman. More than 120 charities will be present to discuss their programs with base employees, and the Air Force Band of Mid-America will be playing live music. "Nearly 1,000 people came out to the kick-off last year, so we hope that even more come out this year," said Kolcun. Many charities depend on donations given through the CFC because it keeps their overhead costs low, Kolcun added. Allowing them to provide the resources, programs, and services necessary to rebuild and improve lives. Whether your interest is in food/housing for the poor, disaster relief, health, education, international aid, the environment or the arts, you can choose from a list of more than 3,100 charities to donate to. "This is an easy way to donate to your favorite charities and a modest contribution can add up to make a big difference. No gift is too small, and every gift makes it possible," she said. Scott AFB is the Vanguard Division in its CFC region, with Maj. Don Morris, Air Mobility Command headquarters, as this year's chairman. The event is not a fundraiser, but aimed to build awareness of the CFC. In case of inclement weather, the kickoff will be moved to Hangar 1. For more information, ask your unit's CFC key worker, or go to www.GatewayCFC.org.