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There is a man who read in the newspaper about a unique school in Indianapolis. The next day he came down to…
A high school honors student, Charlotte single-handedly created and launched an innovative program called SeniorConnect, which utilizes mainstream computer technology to improve…
The Do Crew, America West’s employee volunteer corps, began in Phoenix in 1997 with just a handful of people who wanted to…
Second Genesis is a grateful benefactor of the generous dedication and services that the Property Management Association (PMA) gives to support our…
Sarah Parker is a student volunteer leader for the college’s GIVE (GC&SU Involved in Volunteer Efforts) Center and she has been involved…
Greenspring Village, the continuing care retirement community in Springfield, VA, has a lot of services to offer its residents. It also relies…
Alysmae Schultz is a retired schoolteacher who is dedicated to helping students achieve their educational goals by tutoring them in reading and…
Erin Rogers truly deserves a Daily Points of Light award. She is very active in Ottawa’s Youth Action Council and Youth in…
S.P.I.N provides food baskets during the holiday season along with free lunches to homeless families throughout the calendar year. Each year Gary…
Marilyn has devoted her life to the development of young people. She is a true example of the 4-H mission-to assist youth…
Jennifer Krause is being nominated for a Daily Point of Light Award for her outstanding service as a Casey Family Programs Foster…
Ms. Daly is the recent past president of Holly Community, Inc. (HCI) and has served nine years on the board. Holly Community,…
Christopher watson has helped the community in several ways. He is a 14 year old student at W-M Home School in Oak…
George began volunteering at this hospital in 1980. Using skills developed in his career, George has been the answer to multiple needs…
Stephanie enjoys competitive sports. They are exciting and challenging to her. Pole vaulting, jumping hurdles, and playing basketball are some of her…
Throughout our 65-year history, the March of Dimes has relied on the generosity of the American public to help us pursue our…