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THE SALVATION ARMY SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM

The Salvation Army in partnership with the Corporation for National Service allows volunteer opportunities for low-income seniors through the Senior Companion Program.…

Mar 15, 2002 By: jaytennier

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SUE GILBERTSON

Sue Gilbertson is a tireless advocate for mentally and behaviorally challenged children in the state of Arizona. She volunteers full-time, attending committee…

Mar 14, 2002 By: jaytennier

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FLEET MATERIAL SUPPORT OFFICE TUTORIAL PROGRAM

The Fleet Material Support Office (FMSO) Tutorial Program is made up of more than 90 volunteers in 41 private and public schools.…

Mar 13, 2002 By: jaytennier

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MERRILL LYNCH & CO, INC.

Holocaust survivor Frieda Kohl, now 82 and living in the Bronx, had faith that her sister was still alive. After years of…

Mar 12, 2002 By: jaytennier

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GAIL SHAPIRO

After twenty-five years of both professional and volunteer work with women, Gail Shapiro, Ed.M., founded Womankind Educational and Resource Center to serve…

Mar 11, 2002 By: jaytennier

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NICHELLE BROWN

Nichelle Brown is a leader and role model of The All Stars Talent Show Network (ASTSN), the flagship program of the All…

Mar 8, 2002 By: jaytennier

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PAWS ACROSS TEXAS, INC.

Paws Across Texas, Inc. (PAT) is a nonprofit, incorporated, charitable organization based in Fort Worth, Texas. PAT aids people in an innovative…

Mar 7, 2002 By: jaytennier

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DOROTHY LECAIN

Since the Hospice of the Florida Suncoast first opened its doors more than 20 years ago to provide end-of-life care, they have…

Mar 6, 2002 By: jaytennier

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FLORIDA MARLINS BASEBALL CLUB

The Florida Marlins Baseball Club is an active partner in the South Florida Community. By supporting community and charitable causes, the team…

Mar 5, 2002 By: jaytennier

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MARK BALL

Mark Ball has spent the past 20 years of his life improving Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) reputation by making travel on…

Mar 4, 2002 By: jaytennier

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MIKE MADDEN

Mike Madden currently serves as President of the Campbell County Jaycees. The Jaycees or Junior Chamber of Commerce is an organization that…

Mar 1, 2002 By: jaytennier

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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF SOUTH BEND

United States families have to deal with one of the most heartbreaking and devastating tragedies of all – teenage suicide. The Junior…

Feb 28, 2002 By: jaytennier

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LINDA BENGE

The Reformed Church founded Nazareth Orphan’s Home in 1906. The Home was set up to serve orphaned and half-orphaned children ages six…

Feb 27, 2002 By: jaytennier

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MENTAL HEALTH COALITION IN PINELLAS COUNTY

History was made in Florida in March 1999 when uniformed patrol sheriff’s deputies and police officers completed the state’s first-ever 40-hour Crisis…

Feb 26, 2002 By: jaytennier

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PHYLLIS HOFFMAN

Palm Beach, Florida resident Phyllis Hoffman plays a critical role in her community. Hoffman mobilizes the community to provide housing for adults…

Feb 25, 2002 By: jaytennier

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JOSEPH MURTAGH, JR.

Joseph Murtagh, Jr.’s community service began in 1974 when he chaired a Wa1kathon for the Middletown Jaycees that raised $40,000 and provided…

Feb 22, 2002 By: jaytennier

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