Palm Desert, CA|Sponsored|
CREATE Center’s Founder Is Reinvigorating Coachella Valley’s Art Scene
Palm Desert’s Debra Ann Mumm is helping Coachella Valley residents realize their artistic talents through the CREATE Center for the Arts.
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Nashua, NH|Sponsored|
Nashua’s Stephanie DesMarais Is Leading The Charge In Animal Advocacy
HPETS Foundation and its director Stephanie DesMarais are providing a lifeline for disabled animals by promoting “wheels over euthanasia.”
South Brunswick, NJ|Sponsored|
NJ’s Usha Sathappan Is Using LEGOs To Building Bridges in Education
Bricks 4 Kidz director Usha Sathappan is shaping the minds of local children while improving her local South Brunswick community and beyond.
Lacey, NJ|Sponsored|
Xodus Recovery Community Center Provides Support In Lacey Township
Executive Director Donna Catlow, along with other dedicated volunteers, brings personal connection to her work with the recovery community.
Falmouth, MA|Sponsored|
New Falmouth Rotary Club President Spearheads Youth-Oriented Projects
Amy Leonardi lives the motto of “Service Beyond Self” through her various initiatives, including the Falmouth Outdoor Learning Project.
Tolland, CT|Sponsored|
Historical Society President Helps Preserve Tolland’s Story
From her local family farm to her involvement in town organizations, Kathy Bach’s dedication to the Tolland community shines through.
Wallingford, CT|Sponsored|
Community Center Volunteer Is Dedicated To Telling Wallingford's Story
Susan Adele Huizenga believes “Unity begins with U,” and invites the community to tell their stories at WPAA-TV and Community Media Center.
Ocean City, NJ|Sponsored|
Local Serves As Beacon Of Leadership In The Colony Club Of Ocean City
Diane Mozzo's passion for community has empowered her to make a meaningful impact on those around her, from students to service members.
Temecula, CA|Sponsored|
Nurse Turned Animal Advocate Pursues Mission At Sale Ranch Sanctuary
At her sanctuary, Jen Sale is fulfilling her mission to protect and heal farmed animals while improving her local community in Temecula.
Doylestown, PA|Sponsored|
Doylestown Community Leader: 'You Can Truly Make A Difference'
Mary Lee Reiff put roots down in Bucks County and is heavily involved with the Native American community and Presbyterian church.
Branford, CT|Sponsored|
Longtime Resident Brings Arts And Culture To Branford
Through his work with the Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance, Frank Carrano has organized several events to bring the community together.
Guilford, CT|Sponsored|
Guilford Retiree Launches National Autoimmune Disease Data Hub
Aaron Abend used his medical informatics background to create the Autoimmune Registry, a resource with vital information on 100+ diseases.
Channahon-Minooka, IL|Sponsored|
Channahon Resident Raises Community Awareness About Animal Rescue
As the adoption counselor at the Will County Humane Society, Loui Pejkovich has turned his love of animals into a dream job.
Hillsborough, NJ|Sponsored|
Hillsborough Nonprofit Leader Is Dedicated To Fighting ALS
After losing her father to ALS, Donna York founded Hark-ALS to raise awareness and financial support for others dealing with this disease.
Livermore, CA|Sponsored|
Livermore Social Worker Supports Livermore’s Most Vulnerable Residents
As executive director of Goodness Village, Kim Curtis helps the unhoused of the Tri-Valley find independence through tiny home living.
Nashville, TN|Sponsored|
Local Nonprofit Leaders Drive Support For Nashville’s Latino Community
Conexión Américas’ co-executive directors help create opportunities for Latino families in Middle Tennessee.
Redlands-Loma Linda, CA|Sponsored|
LLUCH Volunteer Brings Joy To Local Hospitalized Kids
Dixie Watkins has dedicated decades of her life to the pediatric patients at Loma Linda University Children’s Health.
Easton, PA|Sponsored|
Lehigh Valley Woman Leads Local National Heritage Corridor
Claire W. Sadler has devoted her career to connecting the community with the D&L Trail’s outdoor recreation and industrial heritage.
Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|Sponsored|
Bedminster Committeeman Advocates For The Betterment Of His Small Town
Colin Hickey has lived in Bedminster for over 30 years and now holds a public service position to create community engagement opportunities.
Athens, GA|Sponsored|
Athens Hospital Director Shares Her Passion For Community Service
Tammy Gilland volunteers her time to several local organizations and has been honored with several awards, such as Athens Woman of the Year.
Palm Springs, CA|Sponsored|
Palm Springs PD Dispatcher Responds To Those In Need Every Day
PSPD Dispatcher Heather Topliff most cherishes the “little victories,” like turning a citizen’s bad day into a good one.
New Milford, CT|Sponsored|
Local Environmentalist Uses Knowledge To Empower New Milford Youth
Diane Eng Swanson has supported New Milford and its residents for over 35 years, working with Pratt Nature Center, Give Local and more.
Grand Rapids, MI|Sponsored|
Friends Of Grand Rapids Parks Director Brings Nature To The Community
Stacy Bare encourages everyone to explore Grand Rapids' incredible park system and experience the “transformative power of nature."
Hellertown-Lower Saucon, PA|Sponsored|
Hellertown Couple Devotes Their Retirement To The Community
From organizing cemetery tours to restoring local infrastructure, lifelong Hellertonians Harry and Jeanette Boos have made their mark.
Westminster, MD|Sponsored|
Retired Westminster Library Director Promotes Arts, History & Culture
Lynn Wheeler retired from the Carroll County Public Library in 2018 and has continued to support the enrichment of her community.
Sonoma Valley, CA|Sponsored|
Local Educator Helps Tackle Food Insecurity In Sonoma Valley
Educator and volunteer Maité Iturri saw an opportunity to help struggling families in her community and co-founded Food for All.
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|Sponsored|
Local Volunteer Devotes Herself To Bettering The Mansfield Community
Joan Doiron has volunteered her time and talents to the Mansfield Senior Center, the Special Olympics, Connecticut area prisons and more.
