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Assisting Those In Need

FEDERAL CITY ASSOCIATES IS A FEDERALLY TAX EXEMPT, 501 C 3, NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION, FOUNDED IN JANUARY OF 2000 IN WASHINGTON, DC. IT CURRENTLY EXISTS IN YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO. THIS WEBSITE’S WORDS ARE TRANSLATABLE FROM ENGLISH INTO 50 OTHER LANGUAGES (SEE THE UPPER RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THIS PAGE).

 

Three disabled, decorated, United States Of America, Vietnam War combat theatre veterans established this organization for no monetary compensation or political advantage whatsoever.

 

There have never been complaints, lawsuits, liens, or charges filed against this organization in its 20 plus year history, or its founders in terms of its operating procedures.

About Us

Federal City Associates is a 501(c3) non-profit organization based in Youngstown, Ohio, dedicated to assisting needy individuals, to include veterans. Founded in 2000 by three decorated Vietnam War combat veterans, we've had an untarnished reputation for over 20 years.

Our passionate team of seven has collectively:

  • Aided over 30,000 veterans on more than 70,000 occasions.

  • Secured $260 million in direct financial assistance for the economically challenged, the majority of whom have been veterans.

  • Contributed personally over $50,000 to aid veterans and their family members.

  • Sent advocacy letters to over 150 U.S. legislative members for increased assistance to the needy to include veterans and their family members.

  • Collaborated with over 35 organizations dedicated to assisting veterans and their families.

Our Board of Directors currently includes Mr. Robert Tecklenburg (President), Mr. John Bryant (Vice-President), Dr. Louis Marano (Secretary & Treasurer), and Mr. George Otto (CEO & Executive Director).

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Our Three Points Of Brilliant Light

  • Advocate for and directly assist indigent individuals, ensuring they have resources for housing, food, utilities, education, and more.

  • Collaborate with other entities to maximize our impact and reach.

  • Serve all in need, irrespective of race, creed, color, religion, age, or origin.

Goals

Wealth Mission Statement

Federal City Associates Is Dedicated To Eliminating Poverty Among USA Military Veterans. In This Particular Program, We Provide Encouragement, Ideas, And Resources For Those USA Military Veterans Wanting To Establish Or Expand Their Businesses. We Particularly Emphasize Providing Ways To Meet Funding Requirements. Our Comprehensive Guide Is Available In 51 Languages In The Upper Right Corner Of The First Page And Covers:

  • Reasons For Self-Employment.

  • Development Of Aptitudes And Skills.

  • Resources And Legal Considerations.

  • Entrepreneurial Support And More.

 

Special attention is given to specific groups within the USA Military Veterans' community.  These include Women, the LGBTQ community, Native Americans, Other Minority Groups, Persons With Disabilities, and Returning Citizens.


FCA offers free individual case management help on any, and all, related issues.  Please send all requests for assistance in English to Federal City Associates, P.O. Box 2270, Youngstown, Ohio 44504-2270 or to info@federalcityassociates.org.

Additionally, FCA offers grants to USA Military Veterans looking to expand their existing businesses. USA Military Veterans desiring financial assistance for their existing enterprises are encouraged to send their requests for money in English. Please include the pertinent name, address, phone number, and email address of the requestor to either Federal City Associates, P.O. Box 2270, Youngstown, Ohio 44504-2270 or to info@federalcityassociates.org


Over and beyond FCA's grant program described above, and realizing that many organizations, starting up and otherwise, need financing, we strongly suggest that they consult the following agencies (Candid Learning, SCORE.org, legal zoom.com, and Veteran Business Project), and the other resource suggestions listed under the seven groups put forth in our comprehensive guide.

Finally, FCA Urges All USA Military Veterans, As Part Of Their Attempts Goal To Either Start Up Or Enhance An Enterprise, To Educate Themselves Concerning The Multiple Economically Related Issues And Challenges Which They Face As US Military Veterans. Thus, FCA Encourages Every USA Military Veteran To Carry Out The Following Activities. Vote In All Elections, Join And Participate In The Activities Of At Least One Of The Nationally Chartered Veterans' Services Organizations (e.g. The American Legion, AMVETS, Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, And Wounded Warriors), Enroll In The USA Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care System As A Patient Actively Seeking And Obtaining Care, Sign Up For And Utilize The My Healthy Vet Provider/Patient Communication System, Support All Ongoing Efforts To Ensure The Fully Funding Of The USA DVA Health Care System (Especially For The Care Of The Senior Citizen USA Military Veterans), And Apply For And Obtain The Numerous USA DVA Benefits (Including Numerous Federal Loans, Disability Payments, Pensions, And Grants) And Other State, County, And Private Sector Benefits, All Of Which Every USA Military Veteran Both Earns And Thus Qualifies For.  And Hence The USA Military Veteran Who Engages In All Of These Previously Listed Activities Can Significantly Increase His/Her Personal Wealth And Can Then Take Those Proceeds And Use Them To Either Set Up New Businesses Or Expand His/Her Existing Enterprises.

Wealth Mission Statement
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Get Involved

Donate directly with a check written to Federal City Associates and mailed to the address below, or through the use of our Donate Page using Pay Pal or a credit card to become a part of our mission. Every contribution makes a difference in a veteran's life and those involved in his or her business or enterprise.

Contact

Federal City Associates, P.O. Box 2270, Youngstown, Ohio 44504-2270 or info@federalcityassociates.org

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