Monthly Archives: April 2012
Brunet-Garcia – re:solve to Give Back to the Community
It is truly better to give than to receive. This is the simple idea behind the re:solve program of Brunet-Garcia Advertising. Through this unique grantmaking program, Brunet-Garcia is using its time and resources to help charitable organizations by offering pro-bono … Continue reading
Jeannie Gallina – Bringing Healing and Hope Through The Way Free Clinic
Jeannie Gallina founded The Way Free Medical Clinic in 2005 to provide medical services to the uninsured of Clay County. The Way provides primary care, obstetrical and vision care with full examinations, lab testing, diagnostic imaging, and specialty care free … Continue reading
Barbara Ketchum – Taking Action Through Advocacy to Preserve Our River
“Step lightly upon the earth; she is God’s body.” This quote is at the heart of Barbara Ketchum’s passion for preserving our river and natural resources. As a volunteer and board member of St. Johns Riverkeeper, Barbara has demonstrated … Continue reading
Job Corps Students – Committed To Be Part of the Solution!
The Jacksonville Job Corps is an educational, technical career and volunteering organization for students between the ages of 15 – 25. Students volunteer their time to community service after their training days and on weekends. They have built raised flower … Continue reading
John Thomas – Brightening the Lives of Seniors, One Concert at a Time
For The Senior Life Foundation’s 10th Anniversary, John Thomas played hour long concerts for nearly 500 seniors in nine community senior centers. As he played tunes from the 20’s, 30’s and 40’s, he asked seniors to reminisce about their lives. … Continue reading
Volunteers Put the Fiesta in Fridays!
Lexie Murray has been a UNF intern for the past few months. She visited New Heights to check out the Fiesta Fridays project and interview the volunteers who serve there. Thank you Lexie, for all of your assistance with telling … Continue reading
Falguni Shah – Putting Her Faith in Action
Falli (Falguni) Shah wants to see this world become a better place by healing one individual at a time. As an advanced Pranic Healer trained in Pranic Psychotherapy, Falli endeavors to alleviate suffering by providing mental and physical relief. A … Continue reading
Sharon Sanders – A Principal Who Cares for Her Kids by Caring for Their Families
Sharon Sanders, Principal of Windy Hill Elementary School, a Title 1 school, has a passion for teaching kids literacy and reading. But when your students are facing challenges like hunger and homelessness, Sharon realized that in order for them to … Continue reading
Marine Veteran, Cal Atwood Gives Lifetime of Service to Others
Cal Atwood, once recognized as a veteran serving his country, is now recognized as volunteer serving his community. His impressive career includes that of a marine, an educator, a golfer, and a poet. Currently he serves a proud member of … Continue reading
Why Not Me? Schanna Speight’s Mantra for Life
A former 1st Lieutenant in the Air Force, Schanna Speight separated one day before she pinned on Captain because she felt led to come home to serve her family, church, old school and city. Schanna founded the Why Not Me, … Continue reading
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