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Brian Isbell-Garcia, FTL President

“Every child deserves to start school with dignity, hope, and the supplies they need to thrive. The Backpack Party isn’t just about fundraising—it’s about creating a community of support for kids and families who need it most. When we come together, we can truly change the start of the school year for thousands of Georgia students.”

Board of Directors

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    Brian Isbell-Garcia

    President

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    Jonathan Goldman

    President-Elect

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    Chad Wick

    Secretary

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    Earl Fields

    Treasurer

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    Enrique Vellon-Everett

    Member-At-Large

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    Connor Blankenship

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    Aaron Bloomfield

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    Wigasi Brant

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    Chess Britt-LEon

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    Travis W. Brookshire

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    Victoria Ferree

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    Joshua Hirschheimer

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    Marlie Joseph

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    Aaron Moen

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    Reed Nugent-Jones

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    Fleming Patterson

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    Darryn Persaud

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    Justin White

FTK Advisory Board

Founder Alex Wan • Devin Barnard • William Duffee Braun • Stacy Brown • Dave Cashman • Tom Dinkleman • Kent Finley • Mikkel Hylderbrant • Bill Kaelin • John Le • Jeff Mayhew • Fabricio Moraes • Rakesh Parekh • Amanda Watson • Scott Wolfson

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In Loving Memory of Lynn Barfield
FTK President 2017 - 2018

Hazel Lynn Barfield, lovingly known as the “Mayor of Midtown,” brought warmth, energy, and an infectious smile to everyone she met. A true force of nature, she was known for her boundless hugs, unwavering kindness, and ability to make every person feel seen and valued.

Born in Jonesboro, Lynn attended the University of Georgia, where she quickly formed deep connections within the LGBTQ+ community—relationships that would shape her lifelong commitment to advocacy and service. She dedicated her career to building bridges and lifting others up, serving as a development liaison between Hands On Atlanta and the Coca-Cola Company and later working with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources to strengthen volunteer programs. As the executive director of Enlight Atlanta, she championed the establishment of gay-straight alliances in high schools and colleges, creating safe spaces for countless young people.

Lynn’s passion for community extended far beyond her professional work. She gave her time and heart to organizations like CHRIS 180, AID Atlanta, and the More to Love Foundation. She also served as board president for For the Kid in All of Us and was a proud member of the Mayor’s LGBTQ Advisory Board.

Lynn’s legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched, the friendships she nurtured, and the joy she spread so effortlessly. She was a true light in the world—and that light will never fade.

Join the Board

Are you looking to make a difference? Want to impact the lives of thousands of children throughout our region? Need to expand your social circle while doing good?

Look no further! Apply to join the FTK board today!

Board applications are reviewed throughout the year, and new board opportunities become available at the start of each calendar year.