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Senior Corps Foster Grandparent of the Year Mary Hines, Peninsula Foster Grandparent Program, Hampton Since 2005, Mary Hines has traveled nearly an hour each day to make made it her mission to be a source of encouragement for children. She regularly shares a poem she wrote for the students which conveys that they too can transform into a butterfly from a cocoon. Ms. Hines has been instrumental to other Foster Grandparents and future volunteers by sharing her experiences. She has been recognized in the past with several awards for service, including the Presidential Award for Service. Ms. Hines is a wonderful...

Since 2002, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Clinic at Total Action for Progress (TAP) has provided free, high-quality tax preparation for low- and moderate-income residents across Southwest Virginia, empowering families to claim critical credits, like the Earned Income Tax Credit, and build financial stability. Through the service of committed volunteers, the clinic has become a regional model of volunteer-driven service. A dedicated team of volunteers serve at the clinic, including Steve Cronemeyer, David Hunter, Diane Johns, John Normandy, Gerald Oefelein, Barbara Stecker, and Tom Willard, who collectively contribute thousands of hours each year. These volunteers manage every aspect of...

Carroll County LIFT UP AmeriCorps recently partnered with the CAVS after-school program at Carroll County Middle School to put on a Healthy Youth Day. Approximately 60 students participated in activities centered on exercise and healthy nutrition. Exercise leaders from the Carroll Wellness Center and nutritionists from the Virginia State Health Department joined forces with the CAVS staff and members for a Zumba session, outdoor recreational activity, smoothie station, and  nutrition relay game. Members also volunteered as support staff at the Remote Area Medical (RAM) Clinic held at the Mt. Empire Airport in Smyth County on April 30-May 1. The RAM...

In Hanover and King William counties, Blazer Heating, Air, & Plumbing has become a champion for Habitat for Humanity. For more than two years, the local business has worked to share their unique skills and expertise to directly change the lives of community members.  Blazer Heating, Air, & Plumbing has become a valued partner in every aspect of Habitat’s organization and “sets the standard for what it means to be a business that cares about its community,” according to nominator Debbie Preston. In the Critical Repair program, the Blazer team provides no-cost HVAC replacement or repair for low-income homeowners who...

Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company supports community initiatives in Arlington and Alexandria, Virginia, sponsoring fundraising events and providing meals for charitable organizations. Their commitment to service is reflected in their partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and community groups, aiming to enhance life for all Virginia residents. Over the years, Rocklands has developed a long-standing relationship with prominent organizations such as PathForward, Doorways for Women and Families, and the D.C. Firefighters Burn Foundation. Rocklands was the recipient of the Distinguished Corporate Service Award by Volunteer Arlington in 2024, recognizing the company for their community efforts in raising tens of thousands of...

Congratulations to Dr. Lawrence Fleenor of Big Stone Gap - winner of the 2019 Governor's Volunteerism and Community Service Award for Outstanding Senior Volunteer!  Dr. Fleenor has taken his love for and dedication to the history of Southwest Virginia and turned it into a remarkable way to serve his community. A tireless advocate and volunteer for the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park, he has volunteered more than 5,550 hours. Additionally, Dr. Fleenor volunteers as historian at Natural Tunnel State Park and the Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Association. He led the work to create the Southwest Virginia Museum's historical bus...