Patch Local Hero Mary C. Saunders Provides Service With A Smile

HERNDON, VA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This anonymous submission nominated Mary C. Saunders and the Herndon-Reston FISH staff for providing supportive service to the community with a smile.

Local hero’s full name

Mary C. Saunders and the Herndon-Reston FISH staff

Local hero’s home state

Virginia

Local hero’s Patch

Herndon

How do you know the local hero?

Through the work she and her staff do in the community.

What does the local hero do?

She is executive director of Herndon-Reston FISH (Friendly Instant Sympathetic Help). She works tirelessly to raise awareness & funds to help those, who are in emergency financial crises.

Assistance is provided for rent, utilities, medical prescriptions, emergency dental, holiday and other critical needs.

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

For the reasons cited above.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

Mary is a champion of the underdog and has a smile and a solution to help those in crises.

Thank you for all you do, Mary C. Saunders and the HRFISH staff!

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