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Congratulations to the 2006 Governor's Points of Light Winners.
Youth and Young Adult - Julia Dillon
Adult - Tracy Karlinsky
Older Adult - James Chance
Lifetime Achievement - J. Denis Cormier
Business - State Street Corporation
Community-Based Organization - Women of Means
Nancy Korman Innovation in Service - Common Impact
The Governor's Points of Light Award honors youth, adults, nonprofits, and businesses that have made an exemplary contribution to their communities through volunteer service.
Previously awarded monthly, the Governor's Points of Light Award is now awarded annually to unsung heroes across the Commonwealth who contribute countless volunteer hours to our communities. Honorees are recognized at a special award presentation by the Governor of Massachusetts.
For more information on the Governor’s Points of Light Awards, please email info@mass-service.org or call 617-542-2544.
2006 Governor’s Points of Light Gala Sponsors
Past Award Winners
2006 GOVERNOR'S POINTS OF LIGHT GALA SPONSORS
Service Leader
National Grid
Verizon
Service Partner
AARP Massachusetts
Boston Red Sox
Central Boston Elder Services
Timberland
Community Sponsor
AARP Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shielf of Massachusetts
Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation
Judge Development LLC
Rita J. and Stanley H. Kaplan Family Foundation
Korman & Associates, LLC
New England Carpenters Labor Management Program
OneBeacon Insurance
Marybeth and Len Pierce
University of Massachusetts
Verizon Wireless
Wainwright Bank
WilmerHale
Nonprofit Partner
Jonathan M. Tisch College of Citizenship and Public Service at Tufts University
Massachusetts Campus Compact
Western New England College
Host Committee
Dr. Lawrence Neal Bailis and Susan Shevitz
Nora Bloch
Ruth Bramson
Barbara Campanella
Malcolm Coles
Brendan Coughlin
Maureen Curley and Ken Stone
Anuradha Desai
Sally Fuller
Catherine Hardaway
Jane Kadlubkiewicz
Risa Kaplan and Kelt Kindick
Carol and Kenneth Kinsley
Nancy Korman and Kenneth Elgart
Kristen McKinnon
Charles and Elizabeth McLaughlin
Anne Messier
Dr. Keith Motley
Claire and Charles Redmond
Melissa Russell
George Spowart
Donors
Bobby Altman
Beacon Hill Athletic Club
Boston Magazine
James Chance
Paul Cooperstein P.C.
Joseph Cormier
Marilyn DeSimone
East Boston Savings Bank
Egmont and Associates
Nancy Edman Feldman
Fortunato & Associates
Judy and Emmett Goggin
Charles and Merrill Gottesman
Carol and Howard Hillman
Micky Hillman
Alice Jelin Isenberg
Jazz Advisors, LLC
Jumpstart
Tracy Karlinsky
Benjamin Korman
Sandra and Robert Krakoff
Lois Kunian
MATCH-UP Interfaith Volunteers
Helaine Miller
Dolores Mitchell
Partners for Youth with Disabilities
Lois Pines
Michael and Karen Rotenberg
Jean Seigle
Andrew Sideman
Law Offices of Jane E. Sullivan
Alan and Susan Solomont
Nominations
The Governor's Points of Light Award is given in eight categories:
Youth and Young Adult (up to age 22)
Adult (age 23-59)
Older Adult (age 60+)
Lifetime Achievement
Small Business or Corporation (1-199 employees)
Large Business or Corporation (200+ employees)
Community-based Organization
Nancy Korman Innovation in Service Award
View the 2006 Call for Nominations
GOVERNOR'S POINTS OF LIGHT AWARD WINNERS
WINNER STORIES
| November 2005 |
Shirley
Morrisette
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|
Ashland
Youth Advisory Council |
| Shirley has volunteered
her time at the Ashland Youth Advisory Council for more than 20 years. Over the
years she has assisted with everything from handwriting thank you notes to each
individual donor of the AYAC to coordinating the Ashland Food Pantry each week.
She voluntarily acts as the local contact for the fuel assistance program taking
telephone calls from concerned applicants each winter. Although she would prefer
to quietly continue providing her service she has inspired many residents of Ashland
to become involved in local community service activities and is worthy of recognition. |
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| October 2005 |
Neil
Boldrighini, Doris Kalter, Cathleen Shacoy
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|
Challenger
Sports Program, Mansfield Public Schools |
| Ten
years ago, Neil, Doris, and Cathy created the “Challenger Program” in
Mansfield. Neil, Doris, and Cathy are parents of disabled children. They voluntarily
designed and implemented a program providing social and recreational activities
for disabled children in the local school gym one night per week. Neil, Doris
and Cathy’s charisma drew the additional participation of many non-disabled
children who act as one-on-one peers assisting in the success of the program.
The Challenger Program, now under the guidance of other parents of disabled children
has remained a highly respected program since its inception and has had a tremendous
impact on the children in the Mansfield community. |
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| September 2005 |
Leonard
Radin |
|
North
Adams Public Schools Volunteer Program |
| For
over 20 years, Leonard, a retired dentist, has shared his love of the theater
with the students of Drury High School. In addition to providing formal drama
instruction once each week, he also produces and directs dramatic presentations.
Thanks to his volunteer service to the Drury community, the students have been
able to experience first-hand what it takes to stage a theatrical production.
The entire North Adams community is extremely honored to have such a committed
and dedicated person as Leonard in their community. |
| August 2005 |
Robert
Breault |
|
Jeremiah’s Hospice, Inc. |
| For
the past 23 years, Robert has dedicated over 20 each week to Jeremiah's Hospice,
a social model recovery home for men which provides emergency food assistance
and education around the issues of hunger and homelessness. In addition
to producing all of Jeremiah's print materials, Robert helps stock the shelves
and answer the phones. Over the years he has become very close to the residents
of the Hospice, serving as an important part of their support network by listening
to their stories and personal struggles. He is the most selfless, loving, and
committed volunteer the Hospice have ever seen. |
| July 2005 |
Brenda
Addy |
|
Oxfam
and Red Cross Volunteer |
Originally
from West Africa, Brenda has made an impression as a leader in community service.
She is always the first to volunteer and get involved in her new community. She
has been a part of the after school service-learning leadership program since
September 2004 and has spent a lot of her free time outside of school volunteering
at the Oxfam Hunger Banquet and the Pediatric Development Center. Brenda is a
shinning example of a young person who is headed for success in life because of
her selfless acts of kindness. |
| June 2005 |
Willard
"Beaver" Bard |
|
Adams
Little League |
| Willard
"Beaver" Bard has been a volunteer little league baseball coach in the
town of Adams for over fifty years. Bard inspires youth by demonstrating commitment
and service to his community. He has dedicated his life to influencing the children
of Adams and displays an abundance of patience. He also possesses qualities that
make him a great friend and mentor to not only the children he coaches, but to
the entire community as a whole. |
| May 2005 |
Michael
Grandfield |
|
Agawam
Cultural Council |
| Michael Grandfield,
chairman of the Agawam Cultural Council, has been instrumental in promoting the
Arts throughout his community. He has revitalized the free Summer Concert Series,
which has increased in attendance every year. Grandfield has also promoted a “First
Friday” series that brings performances to different venues throughout the
school year. Guided by his leadership, the Council is now recognized as a credible
organization with a large audience draw for local and national acts. |
| April 2005 |
Dr. Karen Kolarik |
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Boston
Benevolent Chiropractic Clinic of Boston |
| Dr. Karen Kolarik
is one of the founding doctors of the Boston Benevolent Chiropractic Clinic. Since
its inception in September 1995, the clinic has treated over 9,000 people with
a staff of 70 volunteer doctors. Her compassionate and caring spirit has made
a huge impact on the clinic’s patients. In addition to this, she also sponsors
several single-parent families on a trip to her family’s ranch in Colorado,
so they are able to see more of the world. |
| March 2005 |
Dr. Constance Delgizzi |
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Avon
Public Schools volunteer |
Dr.
Constance Delgizzi, a retired physician, holds weekly lab experiments and demonstrations
for sixth-graders in Avon Public Schools. She often supplies the equipment needed
to mentor the children. Her visits spark the students’ interests and challenge
them to explore the world of science. |
| February 2005 |
Dr.
Michael Lemanski |
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| East
Longmeadow resident |
| Dr. Lemanski has given
much of his time to making the Town of East Longmeadow a better place to live.
He’s overseen three immunization clinics, served as the Automatic External
Defibrillator trainer for the fire and police departments, and has served as the
medical advisor for the public safety department for more than 10 years. |
| January 2005 |
Suzanne
M. Buglione |
|
| Oak
Hill Community Development Corp. |
| Suzanne
Buglione has been a champion in her community. Her service efforts have helped
to improve the quality of life for Oak Hill. Buglione, with the help of her neighbors,
has advocated against speeding in neighborhoods with children, for 4-way stop
signs, and for no (trash) dumping zones. She also worked with teens to collaborate
a Safe Night Talent Show. |
| December 2004 |
Samantha
Tremblay |
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| Little
Things Mean a Lot, Inc. |
| As
a high school freshman, Samantha Tremblay wanted to "do something different"
to fulfill her 40-hour community service graduation requirement. After reading
an article about single mothers struggling to meet their financial obligations,
she decided to collect trial-size health and beauties aids and donate them to
charities. She called her project, Little Things Mean a Lot, Inc. Filled with
energy and determination, She launched the program by lining up a charity, running
a drive, setting up a collection point, and delivering the donations. Her first
drive yielded 85 pounds of products. Over the past several years, Samantha has
encouraged others to participate, resulting in 4,000 pounds of products being
collected to date. |
| November 2004 |
Gus
Gosselin |
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| Massachusetts
Chess Association Volunteer |
| Gus
Gosselin has worked hard to promote chess as a way to reach troubled youth. By
organizing local and state tournaments, he has supported countless teens as they
have used the game to develop their minds and satisfy their competitive urges.
Gus has also recruited community volunteers to create their own after school and
weekend chess events. "His 30-plus years of running tournaments and clubs
for children has been remarkable," said Frank DelBonis, former MACA board
member. |
| October 2004 |
Dr.
Marvin Baum |
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| RSVP
Literary Corps |
| Dr.
Marvin Baum volunteers at the Accelerated Learning Lab in Worcester, where he
works to raise the literacy skills to grade level of first- through third-graders.
By creating a positive, one-on-one learning environment, the children have changed
into "risk-takers" who now learn without inhibition. |
| September 2004 |
Todd
French |
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| Dial/Self
Teen Services |
| Todd,
a local art teacher, transports art supplies to low-income community shelters
and local teen centers, where he encourages area youth to participate in art lessons.
"Todd has provided a safe, structured area for adolescents to go for art
projects," stated Mark Maloni, Director of Community Services at Dial/Self
Teen Services. Some of his students' artwork can be seen hanging in the office
of State Senator Stan Rosenberg. |
| August 2004 |
Larry
DeLorenzo |
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| Children's
Friend Mentoring Program |
| For
the past several years, Larry has mentored a young boy named Joey. The two have
enjoyed fishing, skiing, and taking in a Sox or Bruins game. Larry has also organized
a yearly summer cookout and pool party where mentors and mentees from Youth Enrichment
Services of Boston are invited to spend the day at the Devenport Yacht Club. Larry's
most generous contribution, however, was done anonymously when he donated the
entire $4,000 winnings of a scratch ticket to a needy family. |
| July 2004 |
Renee
E. Rose |
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| Fairhaven
Citizen |
| Renee
is committed to improving the landscape of Fairhaven, one garden at a time. Through
her own fundraising efforts, she has raised $10,000 for supplies and flowers that
were used to beautify a one mile stretch of median that runs through the center
of town. |
| June 2004 |
Beatrice
Levine |
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| Catholic
Charities Foster Grandparent Program |
| Beatrice
has served as a Foster Grandparent for over 12 years, where she has worked with
at-risk children on a one-to-one basis. By providing encouragement as she listens
to their concerns and fears, she is able to strengthen their self-images and help
to improve their qualities of life. |
| May 2004 |
John
Turchinetz |
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| Town
of Wayland Veterans Department |
| For
over five years, Turchinetz, a World War II veteran, has acted as the Veterans
Department's only employee - the Veterans' agent. He has assertively pursued established
programs and has taken initiative in forming new programs that fulfill a need
that has not been met. |
| April 2004 |
Jessica
Rimington |
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| Cape
& Islands Youth Council on Sustainability |
| Rimington,
a high school senior at Cape Cod Academy, spurred the community into action by
creating the Cape & Islands Youth Council on Sustainability, which focuses
on water cleanup efforts, energy conservation, waste management, air pollution,
and habitat management. She is also active in the Green Grant Youth Council, a
group of teen philanthropists whose main purpose is to fund and support various
environmental projects that protect and conserve the Barnstable County environment. |
| March 2004 |
Molly
Meczywor |
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| Drury
High School |
| Meczywor,
working collaboratively with the local police department, the American Red Cross,
and Drury High School, initiated a community service-learning program to get all
of her ninth-grade students certified in CPR. The students then worked with Meczywor
to organize a health fair where the community was invited to learn CPR. |
| February 2004 |
Dennis
Donahue |
|
| Horizons
Initiative Community Children's Centers |
| Donahue
has served as a Playspace Activity Leader at the St. Ambrose Family Inn for the
past four years, where he helps to teach and supervise homeless children. His
consistent presence creates an atmosphere of stability and calmness, which enriches
the children's lives. His commitment has fostered a positive environment, where
reading and learning are encouraged. |
| January 2004 |
Marie
Reed |
|
| Reading
Recovery Program |
| For
over eight years, Reed has participated in the Reading Recovery program at the
Wixon School in Fall River, where serves as a tutor, role model, and friend to
first-grade students. She has also served on the Citizens for Citizens Board and
volunteered at a local hospital to care for AIDS babies. |
| December 2003 |
Roy
Chiulli |
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| Westwood
Service Bank |
| Chiulli
created the Westwood Service Bank, which provides 'acts of kindness' to the elders
of Westwood. Thanks to his commitment, area seniors get help with their shopping
and housekeeping and are provided with transportation to appointments. |
| November 2003 |
Donald
J. Green |
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| Big
Brothers Big Sisters of Worcester County |
| Since
2001, Green has served as a Big Brother, where he puts great effort into improving
his Little's self-esteem, confidence, and social skills. In addition to this,
he has financed a baseball team for 16-18 year-olds who are unable to advance
to the minor league. |
| October 2003 |
Leonardine
Pacombe |
|
| Partners
for Youth with Disabilities, Inc. (Boston) |
| Since
she was 16, Pacombe has mentored a young girl with visual disabilities. Now, 12
years later, this young girl is a junior at Springfield College and aspires to
pursue a career in rehabilitation. Much of her success has been credited to the
mentoring relationship she has fostered with Pacombe. |
| September 2003 |
Bobh
McNamara |
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| Boston
University Community Service Center |
| McNamara
was instrumental in planning Alternative Spring Breaks for Boston University students.
Over the course of three years, he planned ten different service-based trips that
engaged over 300 students to perform over 12,000 hours of service in various communities. |
| August 2003 |
Stephen
Wood |
|
| Big
Brother Big Sister of Hampden County |
| Wood
has been a Big Brother since 1992. In 1995 he was recognized as Hampden County's
Big Brother of the Year for his exceptional mentoring skills. In addition to making
a huge impact on the youth he has mentored, he serves as a role model for other
Big Brothers. |
| July 2003 |
Anthony
Sanchez |
|
| Eagle
Eye Institute |
| In
1990, Sanchez co-founded Eagle Eye Institute, which provides hands-on exploratory
learning on environmental topics to urban youth in Somerville. He developed and
implemented Eagle Eye's first program - Learn About Forests - and has involved
over 2,500 multi-ethnic youth in carefully planned, summer experiences that include
Learn About Water, Learn About Agriculture, and Learn More About Forests. |
| June 2003 |
George
Downey |
|
| Rebuilding
Together Boston |
George
Downey has spent the past twelve years serving the organization Rebuilding Together
Boston (originally known as Christmas in April*Boston). Rebuilding Together Boston
(RTB) places skilled and unskilled volunteers side-by-side in order to provide
home repair services that might otherwise be impossible for local homeowners to
afford. As a founding member, Downey has been responsible for vital repairs to
more than 100 homes and community centers throughout the Boston area.
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| October 2002 |
Jerry
Christen |
|
| Bedford
Center for the Arts |
| Recognizing
the need for an arts center in Bedford, Christen pulled together a group of people,
secured funding, and created the Bedford Center for the Arts. With a network of
over 300 people committed to the arts, the Center hosts a variety of events each
year, including a children's drama camp, concert series, and an annual arts festival. |
| September 2002 |
Yasha
Khibkin |
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| Action
for Boston Community Development, Inc. (ABCD) - Boston |
| For
the past couple of years, Khibkin has volunteered to work with 5-12 year-olds
at the Broadmeadows After-School Program in Quincy. He serves the after-school
program for twenty hours each week as a Foster Grandparent for Action for Boston
Community Development, Inc. (ABCD). His long history of teaching physics and astronomy
in Uzbekistan makes him more than qualified to help these young students with
their school assignments. Khibkin also brings his love of chess to the program
and its participants. He spends countless hours teaching the students how to master
the game, and has even made chess sets for the children to use. |
| August 2002 |
Elizabeth
Williams |
|
| The
Horizons Initiative Community Children's Center - Dorchester |
| Over
the past three years, Williams has volunteered for the Horizons Initiative Community
Children's Center in Dorchester. For two hours each week, she provides stability
for pre-school children who have experienced tremendous loss and major traumas
and are currently living in shelters. By leading age-appropriate group activities
and working one-on-one with these children, she helps them to develop a sense
of security and trust in others while stimulating the development of their cognitive,
language, motor, and social skills. "My goal is to make a difference in these
young lives by bringing them some happiness, hope, and stability," stated
Williams. In addition to her direct involvement with the children, she also provides
training and resources to other volunteers. |
| July 2002 |
Carroll
Clark |
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| Cape
Ann Families of Wellspring House - South Hamilton |
| Over
the past five years, Carroll Clark has volunteered for two programs with the Cape
Ann Families of Wellspring House in Gloucester. In the first program, Parent Aid,
Carroll mentors parents of young children who feel isolated and under extreme
stress. Through her efforts, parents have become more connected with the local
community, and are better equipped to tap into local services such as health care,
education, and financial assistance. In the second program, Empowering Youth,
Carroll works with children whose healthy development has been negatively impacted
by trauma. Through this program, Carroll incorporates unique assessments and treatment
methods that stress mentoring and counseling over the use of medication. |
| June 2002 |
Tom
& Sue Goodale |
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| John
F. Kennedy Elementary School - Brockton |
| At
least once each week for the past eight years, the Goodales have volunteered at
the John F. Kennedy Elementary School in Brockton. Sue provides one-on-one reading
sessions and is a strong advocate for the underdogs, always taking a deep interest
in the lives of the less recognized students both in and out of school. Tom has
often been called the resident "Paleontologist" because every year he
helps the children build a six-foot T-Rex. He also tutors every subject and helps
students and teachers with computer literacy. Together, Tom and Sue have inspired
many other parents to become more involved in their children's education. |
| May 2002 |
Linda
Zachariewicz |
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| CASA
Project, Inc. - Worcester |
| Since
September 2000, Linda has volunteered with the CASA Project, a Worcester agency
that recruits, screens, trains, and supervises volunteers who serve as advocates
for abused and neglected children. In her position, Linda provides ongoing, comprehensive
support for these children as they work their way through the legal process. She
has spoken on their behalf in schools, clinical settings, DSS meetings, and in
court. |
| April 2002 |
Manuel
Valente |
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| Mayflower
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program - Plymouth |
| For
the past 50 years, Manuel has served the people of Plymouth County in various
capacities. Realizing the need for an organization that engages voluntary citizen
participation among people aged 55 and older in the twenty-seven communities of
Plymouth County, Valente was instrumental in convening local citizens to create
the Mayflower Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. Through this program, older
adults are given the means to organize volunteer services that bring about positive
change in people's lives. Additionally, Valente volunteers his time with the local
Kiwanis Club, Means-on-Wheels, and the Salvation Army. His commitment to community
has earned him the nickname, "Mr. Goodbar." |
| March 2002 |
Helen
Souza |
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| Citizens
for Citizens, Inc. - Fall River |
| Serving
as a retired and senior volunteer (RSVP), Helen tutors elementary students in
literacy five days each week at the Saints Peter and Paul School in Fall River.
Despite her own failing eye sight, she continues to work with the students on
a daily basis, arriving early to greet them as they enter the school. Her commitment
has made her a role model for the students as well as the adults, and she has
become a vital part of the learning process at the school. |
| February 2002 |
Robert
Saalfrank |
|
| Quabbin
Mediation - Orange |
| Growing
up in the foster care system, Robert witnessed first-hand the effects of violence
and abuse. Through Quabbin Mediation's 'Talking on the Edge' program, he has taken
what he has learned and has helped countless young people understand that conflict
is an opportunity for growth instead of a contest to be won or lost. Through workshops,
he has introduced others to behaviors that lead to peaceful solutions instead
of escalating conflict. His youth and first-hand experience have enabled him to
serve as a peer leader and role model to those he instructs. |
| January 2002 |
Ethel
Ampey |
|
| Catholic
Charities Foster Grandparent Program - Somerville |
| Ethel
has visited the Charles G. Harrington School in Cambridge once a week for the
past four years to tutor seven second graders who read below grade level. After
working with Ethel, most of the students have shown marked improvement in their
reading ability. |
| December 2001 |
Gloria
Desrosiers |
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| Citizens
for Citizens, Inc. - Fall River |
| Serving
with the Retired and Senior (RSVP) program, Gloria prepares and serves meals out
of St. Patrick's Church Annex in Fall River. She has been an active volunteer
with the program for more than a decade, serving as a cook and supervisor every
Tuesday and Thursday. Her leadership and direction have led to an efficient operation
that impacts countless individuals in need, while motivating other volunteers
who give their time to the program. |
| November 2001 |
Lorraine
Bergeron, Ronald Steere, and Fred Trissler |
| Community
Teamwork, Inc. - Lowell |
| By
serving as Senior Companions in the VETS (Volunteer Escort Transportation Service)
program, these three have logged thousands of miles in an effort to make life
easier for veterans and seniors by providing transportation to and from medical
appointments and day care programs. They also have made stops at supermarkets,
went out to lunch, and have formed friendships with those they serve. In many
cases, the drivers are able to draw on their own life experiences to help individuals
cope with their current medical conditions. |
| October 2001 |
Carlos
Sousa, Jr. |
|
| Milford
Police Department's Law Enforcement Exploring Program - Milford |
| Since
1997, Sousa has played a key role in many local public safety programs throughout
Milford. He has helped to fingerprint over 1000 children as part of Project KidCare
and KinderVision - two programs that provide parents with identification tools
for their children should they become lost or abducted; has assisted in the distribution
of gun-locks to gun owners with small children; and has used his ability to speak
three languages to translate domestic violence information for battered women
seeking assistance. |
| September 2001 |
Steven
Stroud |
|
| Hampshire
Community Action Commission's Retired & Senior Volunteer Program - Northampton |
| During
the past two years Stroud has worked with a small group of youth, helping them
to improve their literacy skills while also serving as a positive role model.
Stroud, a retired professional who moved to Western Massachusetts from California,
began volunteering with the RSVP-coordinated summer reading camps, and was assigned
to work with four boys at Northampton's Florence Heights housing site. Stroud
immediately captured their attention by choosing books they enjoyed and providing
one-on-one help with their reading. Since this program, Stroud continues to mentor
the four boys, and has since added another student to his group. |
| August 2001 |
Marcia
McFarland-Gray |
|
| Clarksburg
After-School Program of Enrichment & Reading - Clarksburg |
| Marcia's
dedication has enabled children in kindergarten through eighth grade to participate
in a variety of structured after-school activities. She was instrumental in creating
the Hours of Organized Practice Session (HOOPS) Program, a co-ed basketball session
that reinforces the principles of sportsmanship and teamwork; the "Who Wants
to be a Mad Scientist" program, where children explore the 'science' of everyday
household materials; and special trips called "Mrs. Gray's Half Days,"
which are activities that occur on days when school ends at noon for teachers
development. |
| July 2001 |
Robert
Smith |
|
| Challenger
League - Norwood |
| Robert
was chosen for his seven years of service with the Challenger League, a program
that enables youth with special needs to actively participate in athletic programs.
Since the program's inception in 1994, Bob has served as coach, president, and
recruiter. Initially a baseball league, the program has expanded to include basketball
and bowling, thanks largely to Smith's efforts. There are currently 80 boys and
girls in the program from several communities, including Norwood, Wrentham, Attleboro,
Millis, and Dedham. In addition to providing activities for these youth, this
program serves as a support group for their parents and families, and gives local
high school students rewarding volunteer opportunities. |
| June 2001 |
Stephanie
Picon |
|
| Brockton
Boys and Girls Club - Brockton |
| As
a Peer Leader at the Boys and Girls Club of Brockton, Stephanie has chaired T.E.E.N.S.
(Teens Everyday Encouraging Non-Smoking), a smoke-free youth coalition that through
advocacy and education seeks to prevent tobacco use in Brockton and the surrounding
communities. Stephanie has developed tobacco surveys, urged businesses to adopt
smoke-free policies, and also serves on the Second Hand Smoke Study Group of Brockton
Mayor John Yunits Task Force on Health and Human Services. |
| May 2001 |
Theodore
Rubin |
|
| Department
of Veterans & Elderly Affairs - Randolph |
| For
years Ted has volunteered at numerous community organizations, many of which ensure
seniors enjoy safe, active, and healthy lives. Now in his fifth year as President
of the Randolph Council on Aging, he is also the community specialist for the
American Association for Retired Persons (AARP) Massachusetts, president of his
local AARP, a longtime volunteer for Meals on Wheels, and a member of the Board
of Directors of South Shore Elder Services. In his many leadership roles, he has
provided seniors with hands-on assistance and advice, critical resources like
books and food, and has worked with other seniors and law enforcement agencies
to enhance safety support services for seniors. |
| April 2001 |
Sandra
Butler |
|
| Habitat
for Humanity Greater Boston - Boston |
| Sandra
began volunteering for Habitat for Humanity in 1994, serving as a Chairperson
of the Family Partnership Committee, regularly meeting with low-income families
and helping them acquire the skills necessary to become successful homeowners. |
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