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Laura was first exposed to volunteerism through Brownies, filling Easter Eggs for a local nursing home. She has continued to contribute to…
Blair became interested in volunteerism and leadership as a senior in high school when she was selected to represent her local National…
Marty is one of the most enthusiastic citizens we have ever had working with us. He is genuinely dedicated, friendly and helpful…
Lewis Barton, owner of Native Country Studios and TV 8 of Fort Pierce, FL, exemplified himself as a pillar of society and…
Jean is the coordinator of Busy Hands, the biggest component of RSVP of St. Joseph County, largely due to her efforts. (RSVP…
Sister Gretchen has been a cornerstone for the Brazos Valley in terms of leadership and volunteerism over the past 24 years. She…
In contrast to a world shadowed by terrorism, international troubles, and accusations of not caring, Christopher Stanton is a bridge of friendship,…
Edee Greene and a group of concerned citizens founded Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc. (WID) in July 1974. WID began…
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., is an international, nonprofit organization with headquarters in Washington DC whose mission is to foster the ideals…
Theresa McNulty and her husband, Joe wanted a family. Joe had a daughter from a previous marriage, but they wanted more children.…
Teenangels LA is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit, charitable foundation founded by Remy Greeno during her sophomore year in high school. Her…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Older Americans Month – May 2005 Elsie Calamese is one of the winners of…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Older Americans Month – May 2005 George Casper is one of the winners of…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Older Americans Month – May 2005 Marilyn Root is one of the winners of…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Older Americans Month – May 2005 Ted Mintun is one of the winners of…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Older Americans Month – May 2005 Robert Hemminger is one of the winners of…
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