When my sister, Erin Scherer, began interning at Freedom Alliance I was interested to hear about all of her new and exciting experiences. It is clear that she has learned a great deal and has a newfound appreciation for the men and women who serve in the armed forces. I was glad to make a small contribution when I participated in a care package drive that Erin organized for a marine regiment in Afghanistan. At the drive I met Maria, a development intern and Marisa, a programs officer and was impressed by their enthusiasm and willingness to help others. Recently, I visited the office and was fortunate enough to get a tour and meet some of the employees. Their genuine passion and dedication for helping others was evident even though I was only there for a brief time. Everyone I met was very friendly, and there was no shortage of jokes or interesting stories. I'm grateful that I had the opportunity to get a glimpse of the inner workings of this impressive organization.