WCFR to Honor Oswaldo and Eva Carrera as 2026 Humanitarians of the Year

NYACK, NY — Worldwide Community First Responder, Inc. (WCFR) is proud to announce that Oswaldo and Eva Carrera, owners of Food Fair Supermarket in Spring Valley, New York, will be honored as the 2026 WCFR Humanitarians of the Year at the organization's 15th Anniversary & Fundraising Gala on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Hotel Nyack – JDV by Hyatt in Nyack, New York.

The Humanitarians of the Year Award recognizes Oswaldo and Eva for their longstanding commitment to helping others and their dedication to supporting families, children, senior citizens, churches, and community initiatives.

Through their family business and community involvement, the Carreras have demonstrated that success can also be a powerful opportunity to serve others and give back.

Oswaldo Carrera: Success Means Giving Back

For Oswaldo Carrera, owner of Food Fair Supermarket, serving the Spring Valley community has always been close to his heart.

Since opening Food Fair Supermarket in Spring Valley 11 years ago, Oswaldo has believed that success comes with a responsibility to give back. Over the years, he and his family have supported families, children, and senior citizens through food banks, food drives, youth sports, children's events, local charitable initiatives, and support for St. Joseph Church.

“Success means giving back,” Oswaldo said. “This recognition is not only for me, but for my family, my team, and everyone who believes in helping others. Together, we will continue building a stronger and more caring community.”

Oswaldo is especially proud to be the father of two children, ages 7 and 13, who inspire him every day to work harder and lead by example. He also credits his wife, Eva, as a dedicated and hardworking partner who stands beside him in their business and supports their community efforts.

Eva Carrera: Leading With Family, Strength and Service

Eva Carrera is a proud business owner, community supporter, and mother of two. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Eva comes from a Greek background that instilled in her strong values centered on family, hard work, and community.

Alongside her husband, Oswaldo, Eva operates Food Fair Supermarket in Spring Valley and is actively involved in its day-to-day operations. She supports their team and works to create a welcoming, high-quality experience for customers.

Giving back has always been important to Eva. She is passionate about supporting families and contributing to initiatives that strengthen the community.

Above all, Eva says her greatest pride is her family. Being a mother has shaped who she is and inspires her to lead with both love and strength in everything she does.

Together, Oswaldo and Eva Carrera embody the compassion, generosity, and commitment to service that inspired WCFR to name them its 2026 Humanitarians of the Year.

WCFR's 2026 Humanitarians of the Year

WCFR selected Oswaldo and Eva Carrera for this special recognition because their service reflects the values at the heart of the organization's mission—compassion, community, leadership, and helping others.

“Oswaldo and Eva are wonderful examples of what it means to be humanitarians,” said Dr. Jacqueline Cassagnol, PhD, MSN, RN, PMC, Founder and President of Worldwide Community First Responder. “Their generosity and commitment to families and the Spring Valley community demonstrate that making a difference begins with caring about the people around you. We are honored to recognize them as our 2026 Humanitarians of the Year.”

The award will be presented during WCFR's milestone gala celebrating 15 years of “Teaching People, Saving Lives.”

Celebrating 15 Years of Teaching People, Saving Lives

The WCFR 15th Anniversary & Fundraising Gala will bring together healthcare professionals, business and community leaders, supporters, volunteers, families, and friends for an evening of celebration, recognition, and fundraising.

For 15 years, WCFR has worked to prevent deaths worldwide through education and training while empowering individuals and communities with lifesaving knowledge and skills.

WCFR invites the community to join in celebrating 2026 Humanitarians of the Year Oswaldo and Eva Carrera, along with the other distinguished 2026 honorees, while supporting WCFR's lifesaving education and training, scholarship programs, and community outreach.

WCFR 15th Anniversary & Fundraising Gala

Saturday, September 19, 2026
7:00 PM
Hotel Nyack – JDV by Hyatt
Nyack, New York

Purchase tickets or become a WCFR Gala sponsor:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wcfr-15th-anniversary-and-fundraising-gala

About Worldwide Community First Responder

Worldwide Community First Responder, Inc. (WCFR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing deaths worldwide through education and training. For 15 years, WCFR has empowered individuals and communities with lifesaving knowledge and skills while advancing its message: “Teaching People, Saving Lives.”

Learn more about WCFR:
https://wcfrworldwide.org