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Gwen Thibodeau is an active 83-year old adult who serves her community of Missoula, MT. Gwen volunteers at the Missoula County Sheriff’s…
Mary Peone has been serving with Missoula Head Start since September of 2005. During the past two years, she has been a…
The Ronald McDonald House of Missoula opened in April of 2006. Since they opened their doors, volunteer Bob McDuffie has been a…
Sue Cushman is a caring person who donates time to various agencies. She is an active member of AARP, works with the…
Bertha Croghan has been a long time resident of Missoula and volunteer at the YWCA. Since 1994, Bertha has advocated for women,…
Lowell Elementary School is pleased to call Pat Ault one of their own. She is a dedicated foster grandparent who makes a…
How do you “own” a trail as a volunteer? Ask Carol Dickerson and she can tell you. It’s hiking through the woods,…
Kit Racette, an RSVP volunteer since 1997, has become a dynamic and vital part of our volunteer family. When asked to visit…
Joe Banner, President and Chief Operating Officer of the Philadelphia Eagles since 2001, serves on several boards and was a dynamic force…
Ruth El has been a fun, enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer since joining Greater Philadelphia Cares in 1999. Since then, she has volunteered…
There is no one in the Greater Philadelphia region who has been a more effective champion of volunteer action than Lissa Hilsee.…
Karen Hankins is extremely passionate about giving back to the community, and her enthusiasm is contagious. Through Target Corporation, Karen Hankins has…
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