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Cameron McCaffrey
c/o Boca Raton Achievement Center
500 NE Spanish River Blvd., Suite 30
Boca Raton, FL 33431
cmccaff1@fau.edu
+1 (561) 559-9768
Thursday, January 25, 2024

Mr. Dan Marino
c/o The Dan Marino Foundation
400 North Andrews Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Dear Mr. Marino,

I hope this letter finds you in great health and high spirits. My name is Cameron McCaffrey, and I am currently a volunteer at the Boca Raton Achievement Center (BRAC), where I have the privilege of helping individuals as they strive to overcome challenges and achieve their dreams. Your storied career as an NFL legend and your commendable work as a philanthropist have long been sources of inspiration to me, and it is with utmost respect and admiration that I am reaching out today.

We briefly met in 2016, a memory I cherish deeply, at the opening of the Microsoft Store at the Town Center in Boca Raton. During that encounter, you shared with me the story of your son Michael and his journey with autism. That conversation was profoundly meaningful to me, having been diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome at an early age. Your openness and the impactful work of The Dan Marino Foundation in advocating for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities deeply resonated with me and further inspired my volunteer work.

Tragically, in October 2023, I faced the heartbreaking loss of both my parents within the span of nine days. This event turned my world upside down, but with the support of remarkable individuals like Jim and Marta Batmasian, and BRAC’s dedicated executive director Evelyn Falconer, I have been working tirelessly to regain my footing, supporting others, and building a life centered around purpose and service.

It is with the support of this community that I strive to fulfill a vision akin to the values held dear by your own foundation. The BRAC supports a diverse cohort of individuals, empowering them to develop skills, forge career paths, and contribute back to society. Your presence at the center would not only be an honor of the highest order, but it would also resonate deeply with our students and provide invaluable motivation as they witness the embodiment of success in both professional and personal realms.

Your awe-inspiring journey from the football field to becoming a beacon of hope and support for individuals with developmental challenges stands as a testament to the power of commitment, kindness, and diligent effort—principles we endeavor to instill in our students daily.

A visit from you would offer the students unique insights and inspire them to continue pushing beyond perceived limitations. Moreover, your understanding and perspective as a parent engaged with the cause could impart a message of encouragement that many parents of our students need to hear—a message filled with empathy and strength.

Mr. Marino, you have touched countless lives with your prowess on the gridiron and your philanthropic initiatives off the field. We, at the Boca Raton Achievement Center, would be deeply honored to welcome you and share the profound impact that your advocacy can have on our community. We envision a visit that would not only highlight your accomplishments but also celebrate the potential and tenacity of our students.

I look forward to facilitating a convenient time for your visit, brimming with hope that this request will resonate with the same spirit of generosity and community involvement that you’ve exemplified throughout your esteemed NFL Hall of Fame career.

Thank you very much for considering this invitation. Our executive director, Evelyn Falconer, is available at your convenience to discuss any details or answer questions you may have. She can be reached by email at care4kids2@gmail.com, or by phone at +1 (561) 427-8710. For more information about BRAC, please visit our website at https://bocaratonachievement.com.

The opportunity to welcome you to the Boca Raton Achievement Center would indeed be one of the highest accolades for our community. Humbly, thank you for your consideration in reading this letter.

Warmest regards,



Cameron McCaffrey
Boca Raton Achievement Center