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College student Morgan Dillard began volunteering at a 24-hour assisted living facility for the elderly in high school. As a volunteer, she…
For almost forty years, Jeff Engel has volunteered as a reader for Learning Ally in Athens. With more than 5,500 hours of…
Lisa Jakel serves on the host committee of Volunteer Houston’s annual event, A Visit from Saint Nicholas. The event serves 7,000 students,…
Leanna Marie Edward is a teen with a heart for giving back. At just 16 years old, she has accumulated more than…
Linda Valley serves as a volunteer coach for the West Sound Council of Girls on the Run, a nonprofit organization dedicated to…
Five years ago, Jianna Wright, her husband, and their 3-year-old son were eagerly preparing for the birth of her second child, a…
In celebration of AmeriCorps Week 2017 (March 4-11), Points of Light is recognizing some of the outstanding AmeriCorps members who currently serve…
Animal lovers Kristine Wilson and Julie Rotondo have dedicated themselves to making a difference in the lives of low-income pet owners and…
Neil Arrington has been a volunteer at Samaritan Ministries for more 20 years and is estimated to have served 6,315 hours. He is…
Juanita Carter has taught Sunday School at the Crestwood Baptist Church for more than 50 years. She serves on the mission team…