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Results for pet volunteers

  • Phil Martin

    Phil Martin was one of the most active coaches certified in athletics when he was forced to retire from his job as Director of the Adaptive Recreation at Macon-Bib Parks and Recreation in 2003 because he has Multiple Sclerosis. But . . .

  • Sherrill Cooke

    Sherrill Cooke’s father battled skin cancer for many years, and this led Sherrill to investigate skin cancer prevention efforts. She was dismayed to learn that although it is the most common form of cancer, affecting one in five Americans and . . .

  • Peggy Koele

    Peggy Koele is a dedicated year-round volunteer who provides multiple growth opportunities for children and adults in Special Olympics. For over 28 years, Peggy has been committed to the Special Olympics movement. In 1978 Peggy began coaching both children and . . .

  • Hillary Hughes

    Hillary Hughes, a member of the Girl Scouts Swift Water Council and a fifth-grader at Peter Woodbury School, founded a nonprofit foundation that has collected more than $15,000 worth of personal-care products and other items to send to needy families . . .

  • LWT Communications

    The Philosophy of LWT Communications is to effectively promote their clients’ image, service or product through strategic marketing and media delivered on time and on budget. This dedication, combined with creativity, energy and excellent client service consistently produces measurable results. . . .

  • Kyle Freas

    Kyle Freas, a junior at Plano West High School, founded a volunteer organization called Plano Youth Together in 2003. His organization works with student councils, STOP Programs, Pal Programs and National Honor Societies to help abuse, homeless and critically ill . . .

  • Philip O’Leary

    Phil has volunteered for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) for six years. As a Metro volunteer he plays two roles. One of O’Leary’s roles is as a character actor for McGruff. He wears a dog costume and travels . . .

  • Hastings Knox

    Hastings Knox is a ten year-old fifth grader at Gordon-Bibb Elementary School. He is a very out-going and involved student. Hastings loves being a part of the Science and Chess Clubs. He enjoys being in the “Friends of Firefighters” association . . .

  • NATHAN ADELSON HOSPICE

    When thinking of family volunteer opportunities, a hospice does not immediately come to mind. Nathan Adelson Hospice (NAH) defies that limited thought process on two levels. First, it is a nonprofit treating end-of-life issues and actively encouraging family volunteer participation. . . .

  • GC & SU BEST BUDDIES

    Best Buddies is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-on-one friendships and integrated employment. Founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant, international organization that . . .