Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Lutish loves her community, Binghamton, and she loves her neighbors in the Eastern Heights apartment complex. She is always spearheading a neighborhood clean-up activity, cleaning the home of a sick neighbor, taking food to the elderly, transporting neighborhood children to school, or going to the city council meeting in support of a community initiative. Everyone knows that Tish, as she is lovingly called, can be counted on to support, encourage, and lend a helping hand...
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
One of Memphis' best teachers for children with special needs. She is also great at showing love and care for the children at her church's day care center. I love this woman. Nominated by Marlon Franklin.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Judy does something kind for others more than once a day, taking people to doctors, delivering Meals on Wheels, cooking for shut-ins who don't qualify for Meals on Wheels, visiting the sick, attending funerals of those who might not have many in attendance, serving on nonprofit boards, using her own money to purchace items for those in need.......and on and on. Nominated by Jerry Klein.
Thursday, July 08, 2010
Kathryn Givens serves as project manager for my youth organization. She puts all our events together and helps us stay on track. Kathryn is a fifth grade teacher at Gardenview Elementary School. After teaching, she still finds time to give back to her community. She is truly a person who is doing something good in Memphis! Nominated by Tiffany Reed.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Kenya's passion for transformational leadership and educational reform speaks directly to her love for Memphis and her desire to see it reach its fullest potential. Her dedication to the numerous boards she serves on displays her commitment to her community and her ability to inspire others to get involved. She is an asset to Memphis and the future of civic leadership. Nominated by Christopher Owens.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
David is just a great citizen. In addition to running a successful business and having a wonderful family, David is truly engaged in the community. He gives time to serve on boards of organizations that are making a difference. He helps with great networking and by asking out-of-the-box questions that make you think. David is something good In Memphis. Nominated by Margaret Craddock.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Nancy has been a volunteer DJ for WEVL Radio since 1998. She has recently taken her popular Pathways show to the next level by inviting guest DJs to talk about their work and play their favorite music. This is lots more work for Nancy, but it's great for the community. Nominated by Margaret Craddock.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Kate Pera is a wonderful lady who is involved in so many projects that address our community's challenges. Most recently, she has agreed to assist with MIFA's Feed the Soul event. Whatever Kate touches is a golden success! Thank you Kate. Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Len Edwards is in charge at COMEC - the Commission on Missing and Exploited Children. He works with parents whose children have taken a wrong turn somewhere. He works with kids whose lives are chaos. And when your kid goes missing in the middle of the night, he's the guy who sends out the Amber Alert to help bring your child home. Nominated by Maurrean Barger.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Before Deanna Kaminsky became a docent at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, she started God’s Unfinished Business at Temple Israel. Each year, we honor one docent from our team as Docent of the Year - Deanna is in the top five docents with the highest number of tours given this year, but this distinction is due to her exceptional talent, enthusiasm, skills, and dedication and her continued support of the Brooks Museum. She is always striving to learn more and improve, but she...
Friday, May 14, 2010
Norma Oliver is a fabulous young woman and mother. She is a member of Brown Missionary Baptist Church and a great supporter of MIFA! Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Five-year-old Katie Dora is the greatest artist! Her self-portrait included an "I am Something Good in Memphis" sticker. Go Katie! Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Ken Wall and his lovely wife, Sallie, are fantastic supporters of the Memphis community. Ken was great to donate water for our MIFA Meals volunteers. Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Sixteen-year-old Caroline works tirelessly with kids from diverse backgrounds. She and her brother, Wilson, recently hosted an Easter Egg Hunt at the Lester Community Center for 300 neighborhood kids. She has offered her time and her labor on many missions to Africa and South America. There are not enough hours in the day for her to complete all the tasks she undertakes, but she somehow does it, and all without want of recognition. I feel fortunate for just having witnessed...
Friday, April 09, 2010
Reginald Johnson believes every young man can excel and reach his highest potential. He is dedicated to empowering and encouraging young men in this city to become community leaders. He is CEO & founder of Boys Incorporation, a nonprofit youth organization housed in MIFA's Life Skills Institute on Tuesday nights from 6 to 8 p.m. Reginald was recently honored as one of MIFA's Day of Reflection and Service 2010 Program Award Winners. His first group will graduate this April. May he continue to...
Friday, April 09, 2010
Lucy Creel is a wonderful individual who is always trying to help someone. If she hears of a need without asking she will donate to the cause. Nominated by Bessie Cohran.
Monday, March 29, 2010
"Sandy is Something Good in Memphis because of the way she advocates for the elderly." Sandy Smegelsky runs MIFA's Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, and she does a fantastic job. Nominated by Anne Hagler.
Here is a little information about the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program from the MIFA Website:
MIFA’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocates for the rights of thousands of residents in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, and residential care homes in Shelby,...
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Christian Kauffman and Cort Gatliff are doing something special this spring. These two MUS students are on day 21 of a cross-country bike ride to raise money for Living Water. The money raised by this project will go towards building wells in Haiti to help bring clean water to those that don't have it. Follow their journey on their blog ( link ). Their efforts really show that anyone can make an effort to give back and to serve. These two are definitely Something Good in...
Thursday, March 11, 2010
On February 27th over 330 members of Fullview Missionary Baptist Church and Fayette-Ware Comprehensive High School conducted a “Freedom Ride” by performing community service and giving over $5,000 to local charities. Pastor Walter and Rev. Wilma Peggs passed up the traditional money gifts on their anniversary and instead used it to help change the community. Their faith in action is definitely Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Arnetta Macklin.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
The women of the Junior League of Memphis are truly Something Good in Memphis. They work hard to make this a better community. "The Junior League of Memphis has started, coordinated, or contributed to many of Memphis' most worthwhile organizations. The number of community projects the Junior League of Memphis has been involved in over the years totals in the hundreds. We support a variety of needs, primarily those that benefit women and children in need.
One upcoming, exciting event...
Monday, February 15, 2010
Amber Reed is truly Something Good in Memphis. "Amber Reed, who was crowned Miss Memphis Princess in November, is one of the young people who shows all of us that the future of our city is in good hands. Her pageant platform is Raising Awareness of the Needs of the Elderly, and she will be engaged in various projects to help seniors throughout the year. She has collected money for MIFA’s Souper Bowl of Caring and delivered Valentine’s cards, made by students at several Shelby County schools,...
Friday, February 12, 2010
"Jenna has a passion for helping abused and neglected animals in the Memphis area. She is dedicated to making sure that animal cruelty in our shelters is eliminated and spotlighting shelters who are in dire need. She has an awesome website that gives information and advice to animal lovers- anticrueltytaskforce.blogspot.com . Jenna is someone to be admired, and she's definitely Something Good in Memphis!" Nominated by Rebecca Jaffe.
Friday, February 12, 2010
2 weeks ago a group of doctors and staff from Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center went to Port-au-Prince, Haiti to care for children affected by the recent earthquake. The members of this team are truly something special and they are Something Good in Memphis! Below are the members of the team listed on the Le Bonheur website ( link ).
Sunny Anand, MBBS, D. Phil., Le Bonheur director of Critical Care,
director of Division of Pediatric Critical Care for University...
Thursday, February 04, 2010
"Monty Shane is an incredible photographer. He creates works of art that are original, haunting, and one-of-a-kind. I personally can spot a Monty Shane photograph from across the room. Additionally, Monty is also committed to his community. He helps out with various organizations like Hope House and Friends for Life and volunteers his time and his talent back to people in need in Memphis." Nominated by Kevin Dean.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Dave Lindstrom is Something Good in Memphis. "I met Dave Lindstrom while volunteering at WYPL. In addition to reading there several times a week for the on-air programs, Dave is involved in volunteer activities at the YMCA and serves on their board of directors. He is also active at the Memphis Peace and Justice Center, works tirelessly helping current and future non-profit leaders and executives through the Alliance For Non Profit excellence, is active at First Congregational Church and lends...
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Nathan Harmeier is definitely Something Good in Memphis. "Nathan always thinks of other first. He is the owner of Above and Beyond Electric. The name speaks for itself. He is always going Above and Beyond for his customer. His main reason for going into business is to help other. Once a month his staff volunteers for MIFA's Meals on Wheels program. He ran a special campaign in October for Breast Cancer Awareness. For Christmas, his staff worked with the Salvation Army as bell ringers. He also...
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Zac Carpenter is Something Good in Memphis. "He has his hands in everything. He volunteered for Mayor Wharton's campaign, he spends time at the P&J Center, and is just a tireless cheerleader for the city. He moves as Memphis moves." Nominated by Todd Baker.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Regenia Dowell is Something Good in Memphis. She is doing a great job as the Memphis Council Parent Teacher Association Treasurer, and she is really helping the children all over the city. Her job is so important to the future of our city. She is trying to build a strong educational system for the very talented and deserving Memphis children. Nominated by Shahzad Siddiqi.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Dr. Geoffrey Ward is Something Good in Memphis. "I would like to nominate Dr. Geoffrey Ward, Artistic Director of the Memphis Boychoir.This Organization is in it's 22nd season of serving boys grades 2-6 in the greater Memphis area. The Memphis Boychoir is focused not only on the continuing musical growth of the boys, but also the process of developing them into the next great leaders in the city of Memphis. As the artistic director, Dr. Ward works with the boys 2 hours, 2 days per week after...
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
Becky Clark is truly Something Good in Memphis. "As a child growing up in Memphis, Becky Clark and her family lived through horrific abuse at the hands of her stepfather. As a kid, she did all she could to try to get help, despite his threats to kill her and her family. She called the police, she courageously told a teacher, but there was no help. Her losses were great. Battering caused total hearing loss. After years of abuse, her twin brother took his own life in early adulthood. But Becky...
Monday, January 04, 2010
Georgia Session is Something Good in Memphis. "Georgia puts her many years of experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant to good use in the community. She volunteers for the MIFA Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and improves the lives of residents in nursing homes." Nominated by Rick Finkey.
Monday, January 04, 2010
Kimkea Harris is Something Good in Memphis. "Kimkea has a heart for seeing young ladies be successful. She put her inner passion to work by forming a Christian Sorority/ mentoring group called D.O.V.E.S. (Daughters of Virtue Exalting the Savior). She found others with her same passion and they serve as mentors for these young ladies. The D.O.V.E.S. also do community service on a regular basis with nonprofit groups throughout the city of Memphis." Nominated by Renee Meeks.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
"Mary Norman is Something Good in Memphis. Midtown North Community Garden is run by long-time garden enthusiast Mary Norman. She purchased two vacant lots adjacent to her home and started gardening. Mary is a down to earth gardener who shares her knowledge about the benefits of growing your own food and saving the planet with others. She willingly teaches her craft to any all especially children. Young and old scholars engage in all aspects gardening, helping to put up a greenhouse, filling...
Thursday, December 31, 2009
"Sherry Johnson, Parent Counselor at Cypress Middle School is Something Good in Memphis. Sherry is the best enroller of people I know. She does a stellar job of recruiting, engaging and retaining volunteers for Cypress. Sherry's enthusiasm for Cypress and its student population is contagious. She encourages, motivates, and inspires students to push pass their comfort zones to aim beyond the stars. She teaches them that their present circumstances do not determine who they are as a person....
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Steve helped to collect and distribute nearly 500 gifts to seniors throughtout the Memphis community. He is truly something good in Memphis." Nominated by Arnetta Macklin.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Sally Pace truly is Something Good in Memphis. "Sally is a tireless champion for Memphis. She gives so much of her time and talents for her community, with the Junior League of Memphis and other organizations. She is determined to make this world a better place. I am lucky to know her." Nominated by Anna Hatfield.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Audra Bares is Something Good in Memphis. Audra volunteers countless hours and supports multiple local organizations that are making Memphis a better place. She serves on the board of MPACT Memphis, Memphis Youth Symphony, Nexus leaders, and STEP (Scholarships for Technical and Educational Programs) while working in marketing at Medtronic Spinal and Biologics. Audra is an active downtown resident who is always positive, smiling and helping others. She is definitely part of what is good in...
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Sheryl Walls is Something Good in Memphis and nominated for the second time! "Mrs. Walls works diligently for people. She is very active in her church and in the community and always displays a giving spirit and seeks nothing in return. She adopts children from the Angel Tree yearly and supports work at the Union Mission just to name a few. I think she deserves to be recognized for her hard work." Nominated by Tangie Dotson.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Kirk Smith is Something Good in Memphis. He is "an
amazing man who has a heart for the city of Memphis. He shows compassion for
every one he works with no matter who they are or where they come from. He is
a teacher, a volunteer, and a leader. He is one reason I love Memphis." Nominated by Colin Byers.
Friday, December 18, 2009
"Janet is Something Good in Memphis. For the past several years, during Christmas Holidays she bakes assorted "yummy" breads to raise funds to purchase gifts for the local Toys For Tots children. She raises enough fund every year...in order that each child can have a very special Christmas.Thank you Janet for giving back, for caring & being our hero!!" Nominated by Betty Agis.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
"Ms. Bobbie Nelson volunteered her time and facilitated a Fashion Show for over 100 MIFA Congregate Meal site volunteers." Nominated by Arnetta Macklin.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
"For the past few weeks, Jean has given her time and assisted with the MIFA Christmas Day Hotline all with a smile and true holiday spirit." Nominated by Arnetta Macklin.
Monday, December 14, 2009
Wendy Briscoe is truly Something Good in Memphis. "She has a little sister from the Big Sister, Little Sister program. Her little sister was 8 when she started and is now 17. Wendy has paid for her to go to private school and lets her know how much she is loved every day. That is definitely something good in Memphis!" Nominated by Deirdre Oglesby.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
"The Member Connections and Community Service Committees of MPACT Memphis are something good in Memphis because of their continual efforts to give back to the community. Tonight, for instance, they are having a drive for The Ronald McDonald House of Memphis. Each attendee of the holiday party is required to bring an item as admission. In addition, they are also inviting speakers from different nonprofits in town to speak at the party and encourage MPACT members to get more involved. What a...
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
"Cynthia Lancaster is Something Good in Memphis because she speaks out for those who otherwise would have no voice. Cynthia has advocated for the elderly as a Volunteer Long-term Care Ombudsman at MIFA for over 2 1/2 years." Nominated by Rick Finkey.
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
Jimpsie Ayres is Something Good in Memphis. "Jimpsie Ayres is a great friend to the Church Health Center! Jimpsie created the Church Health Center's 2009 Holiday Card." Her work for the Church Health Center helps raise funds to sustain their great programs. Thank you so much for putting your talent to work for a good cause. Nominated by Jeff Hulett.
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Willa Lowry is Something Good in Memphis! "Willa and her helpers have made thousands of Love Caps to give to the needy." Nominated by Maurice Crouse.
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Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Yesterday Jeremy Reisman came to MIFA to deliver some toys that he and the rest of the Okeon AZA youth group collected. These toys will go to children in MIFA Housing Opportunities. It is so meaningful for me to see Memphis' youth working together to make the holidays special for other children. Way to go Jeremy and the Okeon AZA youth group, you truly are Something Good in Memphis.
Jeremy Reisman, representing the Okeon AZA youth group,...
Friday, December 04, 2009
"In addidtion to her busy career with the Memphis Restaurant Association, Eli works tirelessly for local nonprofits. She helps them raise funds, expand their volunter bases, and enhance their public awareness. Eli is an invaluable member of the Memphis community and is definitely Something Good in Memphis." Nominated by Anna Kathryn Word.
Eli Cloud is Something Good in Memphis
Friday, December 04, 2009
As the chairperson for Wurzburg Inc.'s employee giving campaign, Sonya Young helped her coworkers give back and make a difference in our community. Sonya truly is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Richard Kohrs.
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
"Alex is Something Good in Memphis because he gathered a group of volunteers to build a wheelchair ramp for Fletcher Cleaves, a Lambuth University football player recently paralyzed in an auto accident. Alex has been building wheelchair ramps for the elderly and disabled for about 10 years with MIFA and Hands on Memphis." Nominated by Mary Claire Borys.
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Ann Hanson is truly Something Good in Memphis. Her work in the community is vital to helping Memphians read more. "Ann Hanson put her UT (University of Texas!) Library Science degree to use this past year volunteering to read to students, labeling, cataloging, shelving and completely rebuilding the Berclair Elementary School library. Now that the Berclair job is complete, Ann has moved on to Brinkley Heights Urban Academy to do the same for their new library. In addition she is seeking sources...
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
"Stine Cooperwood is Something Good in Memphis! Stine is a positive, optimistic person who volunteers her time and wonderful spirit of giving to many organizations in Memphis. She advocates for a cleaner, greener Memphis through Keep Tennessee Beautiful. She also helps support the youth of our community to succeed in life and is a friend to those who are physically and intellectually challenged. Kudos to Stine for organizing a University of Memphis Basketball Camp with the Tigers basketball...
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
This past Sunday, a group of employees from Paragon National Bank proved that they are truly Something Good in Memphis. They turned out in mass to help make life better for a member of our community. "The following Paragon National Bank employees are Something Good in Memphis because they spent the Sunday before Thanksgiving building a wheelchair ramp for Fletcher Cleaves. Fletcher is a Lambuth University football player from Cordova who was paralyzed in a recent auto accident. The volunteers...
Monday, November 30, 2009
Johanna Ellis is Something Good in Memphis. She is leading her team at work to make Memphis better this holiday season! "Johanna is Operations Manager at Park It Here by the airport in Memphis. They are participating in the Salvation Army's Angel Tree donations this holiday season, and offering a free day of parking to any customer who brings a gift for a needy child or senior citizen. Johanna and her team are a great example of Something Good In Memphis!" Nominated by Claire Ryan.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Thad and Natasha Johnson are Something Good in Memphis! "Thad and Natasha are beautiful as a couple and, as Team T-N-T, beautiful in their commitment to bringing people together through their music. On Saturday, November 28th, they are having a party at the Rumba Room to celebrate the release of their new CD and are contributing part of the proceeds to MIFA. Their energy, creativity, and love for the city is something wonderful in Memphis!" Nominated by Linda Marks.
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Monday, November 30, 2009
Chris Kelyman is Something Good in Memphis. She is an active Memphian dedicated to helping our community. "She sits on the board of Jacob's Ladder and has headed up the Lord of Life Lutheran Church Chili Cook Off which raises thousands of dollars for charity. On top of all this she is Co-Chair of the Lord of Life Disaster Preparedness Ministry Team. She has vision, unbelievable energy and drive. She should run for Mayor!" Nominated by Nancy Wilson.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Susan Schmidt is Something Good in Memphis. "Susan is an integral fixture in the Memphis nonprofit community, through participating as a board member, teaching future nonprofit professionals, and serving as Campus Director of the American Humanics Student Association. She goes out of her way to help her nonprofit peers, and involves herself in numerous events and activities in the community. As a professor, she encourages students to achieve excellence. Susan is an inspiration to many!" ...
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
"Cindy is making a difference in the lives children and is Something Good in Memphis. Instead of guests bringing a gift for her 4 year old son at his birthday party, she asked them to bring a toy for the patients at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center." Cindy Brewer truly is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Mary Catherine Tagg.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Mr. George Valadie is truly an example of Something Good in Memphis. He reaches out to the community, while teaching the students at St. Benedict the benefits of giving back to others.
"Mr. George Valadie is President of St. Benedict at Auburndale High School and coordinates efforts by the students and faculty in service to the community. Under Mr. Valadie's guidance, St. Benedict opened its doors the weekend of Hurricane Katrina too hundreds of evacuees staying in nearby hotels. Over the...
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Charlene Weathers is Something Good in Memphis. "Charlene volunteers serving meals through the Union Mission, coordinating an annual Christmas party at Target House, and in many other activities throughout the city. She is a real blessing to the city! Thank you Charlene for being a GREAT Memphian." Nominated by Tracy Houston.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Claire Ryan is Something Good in Memphis! ( See her previous nomination here ). "I am nominating Claire because of her integrity, sincerity and passion for helping others. She gives her time and love to the children she helps because she is a good person, not because she is looking for a pat on the back. I would love to see Claire awarded and recognized for the Hope she brings to Hope House because she gives from her very wholesome heart!" Nominated by Jil Agonis.
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Thursday, November 19, 2009
Claire Ryan is Something Good in Memphis. '"I really feel that we are all responsible for one another in this world," explains Claire Ryan about why she volunteers to ride the Hope House bus each week. "I have led a very fortunate life, and volunteering for Hope House has allowed me to spread lots of love to children who need it the most." This year, budget cutbacks at Hope House meant fewer employees and a growing need to have volunteer support in classrooms and on the bus. Claire, a board...
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Raye Osborne is making a difference in the lives of children affected by HIV/AIDS. Raye is an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer at Hope House, an organization that works with children and families affected by HIV/AIDS. Raye has been instrumental in creating a new volunteer program for the organization. She has developed new relationships with volunteer groups, created forms and protocol for recruiting and retaining quality volunteers, and even contributes her artwork (she was an art major at Lipscomb...
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
"Elroy Bond works for Memphis Athletic Ministries (MAM) as the director of MAM's Sacred Heart neighborhood youth center on S. Cleveland in Midtown. Many of the youth served at Sacred Heart come from an urban background that most folks in Memphis would consider a no win situation, partly due to a lack of strong role models. However, with Elroy, these youth have found acceptance, caring and guidance. His ministry to at-risk youth not only includes teaching them personal responsibility, but also to...
Monday, November 16, 2009
John Burruss is Something Good in Memphis. He recently worked to bring the U2charist to the Church of the Holy Communion. The service was set to the music of U2 and focused on social justice and the community's ability to help the poor and oppressed with a focus on the Millennium Development Goals. When John isn't bringing new exciting programs to Memphis, he does a fine job leading the Holy Communion youth program, which has truly become something special under his watch. John is a good...
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
For years, Bad Dog has been a bright spot in the city of Memphis. From making people laugh in the mornings on Rock 103 to raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for the kids at the Ronald McDonald House, he is a perfect example of the good in our community. Nominated by Anna Kathryn Word
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Bev stays busy helping others. She is a leader in Community Bible Study, which involves easily 8 hrs. a week. She also knits caps and takes them to the West Clinic every other week to personally give to patients in need of one. She volunteers once a week at Paige-Robbins Alzheimer's Center,where she runs a bingo game with prizes that she finds and buys.Also once a year she spends a week in Illinois with her sister making Christmas boxes for Operation Christmas Child.This year she and her sister...
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Amanda Kohr is Something Good in Memphis. "Amanda is making a difference in Memphis! Amanda is the Public Relations Manager at the Church Health Center where I work. Not only does Amanda live out her commitment to the CHC daily, but she serves as a mentor to the MAGY (Memphis Area Gay Youth) organization and is on the board of the Association of Fund Raising Professionals. We all appreciate Amanda's humor and enthusiasm and are pleased to be on her team." Nominated by Carol Redden.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
John Boevingloh is Something Good in Memphis. As a Volunteer Long-Term Care Ombudsman, John has developed a special connection with the residents at his nursing home. On the rare occasions when he misses his regular visit, the residents ask the facility to call MIFA and make sure he is okay. Nominated by Rick Finkey.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
It is always great to see a young man or woman make a decision to do something different with his/her summer time off. Witt had the desire to not only work but to help others. As one of his priests at St. Peter's, I would like to commend his efforts and the work he did this summer at MIFA. Nominated by Fr. John Pitzer.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Toni Boland is Something Good in Memphis. She volunteers her time unselfishly to a number of Memphis charities. She also brightens the life around her with her constant smiles! Nominated by Dennese Black.
Friday, October 23, 2009
Mrs. Gourley is a great support of MIFA and Wings Cancer Foundation. Gerre is one of the original members of MIFA Tea Ladies. These ladies call and thank our donors for whatever making generous gifts to MIFA, whether it is clothing or $10,000. She is definitely something good in Memphis and at the Village. Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Friday, October 23, 2009
Allison Cates is something GREAT in Memphis. She humbly gives her time and talents to many organizations in our community. Her grace, wit, kindness and intelligence are admired by many. She is especially welcoming to "new" Memphians and is great at engaging newcomers into our city. Nominated by Margaret McLean.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Brenda is on staff at Christ United Methodist Church, and she gives back to our community by providing meals to homeless individuals. By donating her time, energy and all that she is able to give - she is making a difference in Memphis! Nominated by Heather Fox.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Carolyn Dowell is Something Good in Memphis. As an RN at the VA Hospital, she spends a lot of her free time volunteering at health fairs and taking care of the elderly. Nominated by Tammy Nabors.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Church Health Center volunteers are the cats pajamas! Without the help and support of our volunteers, The CHC wouldn't be able to serve those in need! The volunteers that support this great organization are truly Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Jeff Hulett.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
John Wagner has given up his Saturdays for years to mentor and conduct Bible studies with disadvantaged youth in the Holy Community Church area. Many lives of young men and women in that community have been changed because of John's commitment. John Wagner is Something Good in Memphis. Nominated by Ruth King.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Kay Clarke is one of MIFA's great supporters of fundraising events, especially the holiday cards. Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Monday, October 19, 2009
April was extremely helpful in preparing gift bags for Feed the Soul . Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Monday, October 19, 2009
She's awesome!!!! Dara has the most "well-rounded heart" for service of anyone I know. Whether she's volunteering, part of a board, writing grants, or giving her time to help mentor others on their respective projects, she never says no to helping others. I have come to believe Dara's soul and inner being is all about assisting people in their lives. My experience with her is both personal and professional. I have watched her for several years giving selflessly of herself and her time. She is...
Friday, October 16, 2009
Patrick Carter III is definitely making a difference in the community. He has organized food drives for the homeless in local parks. More importantly, he has motivated other young professionals to get more involved with community service. He never hesitates to "pub" the importance of giving back whether he's in a formal or informal setting. He is definitely taking a stand for doing the right thing and inspiring others to get more involved in their communities. Nominated by Jason Foster.
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Thursday, October 15, 2009
Wings Cancer Foundation volunteers are cancer survivors, caregivers, and friends who strive to make a difference in someone's life touched by cancer. By giving practical assistance in the treatment rooms, visiting hospitalized patients, creating caps and prayer shawls, providing nutritious snacks, and educating the community on cancer awareness and prevention, these volunteers are tangible evidence of hope, education, and support. Nominated by Gigi Lee.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Kesha Minnis, Phyllis Hunt, and Doris Batchelor are great volunteers. You can always count on them when you need them. Thanks so much for your time! Nominated by Charlie Nelson.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
LaSheryl Askew, Tiffany Smith, Patricia Larry, and Vicky Johnson are something good because they helped out at Feed the Soul! Nominated by Charlie Nelson.