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John Cox of Augusta, Kan., knows how important it is for families, friends and brothers in arms to reconnect with their loved…
In 2007 Mandy Ashley Chung felt the need to reach out to the elderly in her community and bring those living in…
Cathy Leichter of Edmond, Okla. devotes her time to fundraising and marketing to assist various nonprofits raise awareness. These organizations don’t have…
Dr. Jill Lassiter is an assistant professor of health/exercise science at Bridgewater College in Virginia. During the past two school years, her…
Altrusa International of Muncie, Ind. inspires the less fortunate and those affected by the rough economic strife through books and the gift…
Lindy Pape of Jacksonville, N.C. devotes a large chunk of her time to mentoring military families with MCAS New River LINKS. She…
At only 13-years-old, Joshua Pathrose of Mason, Ohio has made an incredible impact through his volunteer work. His presence brings joy and…
Since 2005, Alex Ball has led service trips to Peru and Costa Rica, promoting service and youth engagement. He has worked with…
Four years ago, when Nicolina Kelly’s teenage son returned home to Rhode Island from a humanitarian trip to the Dominican Republic organized…
End-of-Life Consultation (EOLC) volunteers work to create an atmosphere free from judgment where everyone can talk about, and come to terms with,…
When Yooha Park was in eighth grade, she founded Stories of Our Lives, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing the stories of…
Mike Monroe is a U.S. Marine veteran currently employed with the Office of Homeland Security and is dedicated to serving today’s veterans…
Laura Ogas is a longtime volunteer with Special Olympics Georgia and is heavily involved with her local chapter in Dalton, Ga. Laura…
Lisa Hughey is a longtime volunteer with Special Olympics Georgia. In 2011, Lisa brought the State Fall Games, and the Special Olympics…
The No Kill Advocacy Center (NKAC) is an inspirational, one-of-a-kind shelter that is unique for its unwavering commitment to ending the killing…