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Roberta Katz has been supportive of the Jewish Home and Care Center for more than 20 years, acting as volunteer and facilitating…
Robert Yarbrough balances being patient and kind while also being stern and lovable. He dedicates his life to tutoring high school and…
The Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) offers free tax help to people who cannot afford professional assistance. VITA…
Sean was a dependable, conscientious volunteer. While I have had many students assigned to my department, I was comfortable in knowing that…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Newton Thomas Newton Thomas is one of five winners of a special judging of…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Financial Resources for Economic Empowerment Financial Resources For Economic Empowerment is one of five…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Marjie Garcia Marjie Garcia is one of five winners of a special judging of…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Friends of Alaska PYLI Friends of Alaska PYLI is one of five winners of…
SPECIAL JUDGING Daily Point of Light Award for Associated Marine Institutes Associated Marine Institutes is one of five winners of a special…
Many in the community have realized great personal success. Through their efforts, they have gained wealth, access, and influence. These people are…
Each spring, Camp Kokua youth identify social issues of concern to them and establish a service theme for the summer camp. Then,…
Fred Westendorf is a volunteer extraordinaire with AARP’s Tax-Aide program, the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax counseling and preparation service for middle…
Gamma Beta Phi is a great example of what a student organization can contribute to our community. Service is part of their…
The Regal Swan® is a team of volunteer researchers who, in 1999, set out to provide veterinarians and swan keepers with current…
As a member of a relatively new program at the medical center, Eleanor has been a valuable asset to the program as…
Elizabeth can be depended upon to carry out all tasks given to her. At her very young age, she has already shown…