Posts for September, 2010
Sep
17
Posted by Points of Light Institute to Daily Point of Light
Virgil Sanford is a volunteer’s volunteer because he serves his community in several ways. He volunteers four to five days a week at the Victory Baptist Church. The church pastor says Virgil is "one awesome volunteer” because Virgil volunteers about 900 hours a year at the Church. He takes care of everything from plumbing repairs and building projects to classroom painting.
Sep
16
Posted by Points of Light Institute to Daily Point of Light
Jessica Padgett is the co-founder and president of the Rotaract Club of Metro Detroit (RCMD). She also is an AmeriCorps member serving as a Volunteer Services Coordinator for The Guidance Center. Jessica volunteers because she believes that one individual can make a difference.
Under Jessica’s leadership, the Rotaract Club of Metro Detroit has had a major impact on clean drinking water safety. Partnering with “A Vision for Clean Water," the organization has raised more than $3,000 for ceramic filters to be made and supplied to Nepalese villages.
Sep
15
Posted by Points of Light Institute to Daily Point of Light
Jim Mackie is a volunteer who serves as the Chapter Director for HOPE Worldwide-Jacksonville. He volunteers his time and talent because he believes his service follows the example that Jesus demonstrated and expected from others.
Under Jim’s direction, the organization’s Saturday Academy has improved students’ grades and citizenship awareness. Students living in high-risk neighborhoods are eagerly returning to the program each year and positively contributing back to their community. Parents and educators have praised the program and the influence of its positive role models.
Sep
10
Posted by Points of Light Institute to Daily Point of Light
Pat Peddie has been a volunteer at Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County for more than two years. While serving the organization, she has become very passionate about the ReStore, a retail operation that recycles used and surplus construction supplies for sale to the general public at a fraction of their worth.
Pat’s dedication has inspired her team at Habitat for Humanity and has truly motivated them to work together. She has been a key factor in recruiting, maintaining, and expanding a crew of regular volunteers for the ReStore.