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Brett White has had an astonishing impact on his school and community of Frametown, West Virginia. As a youth, he has achieved…
Ronald Mecham’s personal motto is, “I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something;…
Community organizing is not just a job for Mary Louise Resch. As the Executive Director of the South Carolina Center for Family…
Before becoming an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer with the North Central Texas Area on Aging, Betty Hall was an active advocate dedicated to…
AMBUCS is a national service organization composed of a diverse group of men and women dedicated to creating independence and opportunities for…
Many in the Broward County area are concerned about adolescent activity and motivation. They wanted to interest youth in giving back to…
The world’s greatest golfers tee-off at the Shell Houston Open; and by the time the tournament is over, a wide range of…
James Present is an active, committed citizen of the Rochester community. He is a retired fourth grade teacher of the Rochester City…
The Pierce County AIDS Foundation (PCAF) is a facility with many programs geared towards helping those living with HIV/AIDS. Their Basic Needs…
The San Diego Police Department’s Volunteers In Policing (VIP) program offers a unique opportunity for citizens to become actively involved in providing…
As a retired elementary school teacher, Rita Marinello is no stranger to hard work and education. The commitment she brings to her…
Alfred Ciffo, III, a 10th grader, discovered that Hallandale Beach has many senior citizens over the age of 65 and he felt…
The Boot Scooters are a group of senior citizens who have danced their way into the hearts of hundreds of area residents…
After graduating from Youth Leadership Jeffco, a yearlong leadership training program in his county, Timothy Brungardt wanted to put into action what…
When Al Behrman returned to his hometown almost 20 years ago to care for his ailing mother, the only job he could…