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Hackensack University Medical Center has risen to the top of the health care industry in the State of New Jersey and at…
Pamela Trefler is a beacon to the city of Boston and a role model for the nation. While her experiences range from…
Within Eastman Chemical Company’s many divisions and organizations, the Research, Development & Technical Service (RD & TS) department is just one piece…
Since its inception in 1996, the Non-Violence Project of South Florida has engaged high-risk youth in positive alternatives that are designed to…
Recognition is definitely not the motivation for the volunteerism of Jason Fenwick. Rather, a deep sense of compassion, non-judgmental attitude and a…
In 1991, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter (SEPA) of the American Red Cross established the Partners For Youth Program. Partners For Youth is…
Leon Oman is an example of an individual that is committed to social, economic, and personal change. In the 15 years that…
The teen population of Manatee County Florida saw quite a need, and in 1995 they banned together and formed the ManaTEEN Club.…
It’s a Tuesday at noon and all the students at Longfellow Sixth Grade Center are rushing to get their lunch. Only one…
Kathleen Hammer has been mentoring students at Vancouver’s Peter S. Odgen School since 1992. In her role as mentor, Kathleen provides one-on-one…
Since 1953, the Volunteer Services Council of the Texas Center for Infectious Disease (TCID) has provided tuberculosis patients with basic services that…
In December 1970, Patrick Rowe founded Silver Wheels Football Club. The Silver Wheels Wheelchair Football Team is a non-profit, tax –exempt, recreational…
Marnita Johnson is a former homeless resident of the Homeless Prevention Center. This is a 30-bed shelter in Woodbridge, Virginia, operated by…
The Clark County Social Service Neighborhood Justice Center (NJC) in Las Vegas was created through legislation approved by the Nevada State Legislature…
The ABC Unified School District (USD) has come face to face with America’s future. In this district of contrasts, no ethnic group…
Dr. Roderick Powers’ attempts to mobilize the community’s ability to react to natural disasters is unending. He speaks to various civic organizations,…