Thursday, June 28, 2012
A Warminster youth volunteer received a Kohl’s gift card and chance to receive $1,000 regional scholarship for outstanding community service.
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Thursday, June 28, 2012
A local student is being rewarded for volunteering in the community. The Kohl’s Department Stores’ Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program recognized more than 2,200 young volunteers nationwide who have made a positive impact in their communities through volunteerism. Among the winners is Anna Zimmer, 10, of Warminster. “Kohl’s is thrilled to recognize more than 2,200 young volunteers who have dedicated their time and energy to bettering the communities in which we live,” said Julie Gardner, Kohl’s chief marketing officer. “Every effort, large or small, makes a difference. Through the Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program, we strive to not only recognize these efforts but also encourage outstanding youth to improve their communities through …
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Nova volunteers celebrated for their support and dedication.
- VOLUNTEERS IN THE NEWS
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Saturday, June 23, 2012
About 140 men and women of all ages serve as volunteers to support and extend the efforts of the staff at Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA). On Thursday, June 7, they were fêted with dinner at Ash Mill Farm in Holicong, thanks to the generous sponsorship of owner Jeff Ryan, the culinary skills of chef Jeremy Donohue of the Riegelsville Inn, Ash Mill’s “sister” location, and the work of NOVA Thrift Shop volunteers who prepared appetizers. Volunteers serve on NOVA’s board and its committees, provide Hotline support and victim accompaniment services, make the annual Galaxy Art Show & Sale and other events successful, staff NOVA Thrift Shop, help out with administrative tasks and spend hours maintaining facilities including the Crime Victims…
Thursday, January 6, 2011
The American Red Cross collected blood donations from students and faculty members in the high school's gymnasium on Wednesday.
Archbishop Wood Junior Katherine Flanagan gave blood for the first time this week and she didn't even have to leave school property to do so. Her high school, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, hosted the first of two annual blood drives Wednesday. "It hurt a lot less than I thought it was going to," said Flanagan about the approximately 15-minute process. Her friend and fellow student, Madison Tamburini, stood by the side of the table and encouraged her the entire time. Tamburini, who didn't meet 17-year-old age requirement for donors, said she wanted to be there. She is using the experience to prepare for next year, when she will be eligible to give. Faculty Member Gerri Garofalo said the blood drive is an important activity for…
