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William “Bob” Peterson of Lutz, was recognized August 29. Recognized by United Way in the Arts and Entertainment category, Mr. Peterson was nominated by MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry.) Longevity in a volunteer’s commitment is a treasure. It’s no wonder that after 18 years of contributing his time and talent to MOSI’s exhibits he is a treasured volunteered for science museum.
Teenager Rebekah Hammond of Dunedin was recognized August 30. Recognized by United Way in the Youth category, Rebekah was nominated by the YMCA of the Suncoast. Graduating second in her class from Clearwater High School in 2007, Rebekah’s volunteer accomplishments are quite impressive.
Jim Mulcahy is a valued SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) volunteer whose critical leadership skills have made him essential to the organization. As the lead volunteer for a five-county area, Jim also counsels older Floridians who have questions and concerns about Medicare, Medicaid, Prescription Assistance and Long-Term Care Insurance.
Honored as a Daily Points of Light recipient August 31, Jim has shown amazing dedication to the SHINE program. He treats the position as a full-time job. Jim works directly with clients and delivers presentations to the public and professional staff He often attends community health and education events. Jim works in tandem with the agency’s Elder Helpline to assist in resolving beneficiary problems or concerns. He provides guidance to his volunteer leadership team to ensure compliance with state directives. Jim’s management and leadership experience in this volunteer position are invaluable.
Carolyn McKinney is a very special and valued docent at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. Since January of 2004, when Carolyn began as a docent, she has stood out as a dynamic individual and an integral part of our animal care team. The many hours of her time spent at the zoo (more than 420 in 2006), is a testament to her dedication and willingness to serve. Her personal convictions and compassion for animals perfectly aligns with the zoo’s efforts to provide excellent animal care, as well as to be a center for education and endangered species conservation. Recognized as a Daily Points of Light recipient September 14, her service to the zoo has been as a treasurer for the docent organization, as an in-zoo educator for guests and as an essential part of the animal food preparation department.
Volunteers are utilized throughout the country at VA facilities in our Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) programs to supplement staffing and enhance the care provided to America’s heroes. Their traditional volunteer sources, the veterans’ service organizations, are aging, and it is important for VAVS programs to reach out to the community for volunteers.
Recognized by the Points of Light Foundation September 17 as an organization committed to volunteerism, Citi has been a gracious benefactor to VAVS since December of 2005. One person in particular from Citi, Jean Gartland, was instrumental in developing a local partnership between Citi and the VA.
Citi has turned a one-time volunteer opportunity into an ongoing partnership for the benefit of veterans and active duty service members. They have expressed interest in providing support for the hospital’s Fisher House, which provides free lodging and a “home away from home” for veterans, active duty service members and their families. |
