Northern Nevada American Red Cross honors 10 volunteers

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) -The Northern Nevada Chapter of the American Crimson Cross honored 10 volunteers Saturday for his or her distinctive service within the final yr.

“Up to now fiscal yr, Crimson Cross volunteers in Northern Nevada have labored a mixed 10,426 hours,” Mary Powell, government director of the Northern Nevada chapter, stated in a press release. “This quantity represents the beneficiant period of time that volunteers in our group have been keen to donate to the Crimson Cross – and every hour has an impression on the individuals who depend upon us.”

Barbara Kramer received the Clara Barton Honor Award for meritorious volunteer management. It’s the highest honor given within the Northern Nevada chapter.

“The celebrated award is offered to a volunteer who has constantly offered private experience that has enabled the Crimson Cross to contribute priceless service to the group and has proven management in figuring out and assessing volunteer efficiency and organizational considerations,” the Crimson Cross stated in a press release. “The recipient represents the Crimson Cross with a optimistic picture of delight and dignity within the group.”

Different winners: Frank Scafidi received the Rising Star Volunteer Award; Matt Henderson received the Board Member Recognition Award; Juli Barry received the Enterprise Operations Volunteer Award; Elizabeth Morse received the Communications Volunteer Award; Jim Wealthy received the Catastrophe Response Volunteer Award; Arisha Mohiuddin received the Worldwide Providers Volunteer Award; Riley Sherman received the Excellent Crimson Cross Membership Member of the 12 months Award; Kenna Costanza received the Volunteer Providers Volunteer Award; and Karenne Smith earned a Particular Quotation for Distinctive Volunteer Service.

“Our volunteers assist construct sturdy communities and have a long-lasting impression on native wants,” Powell stated. “The ten volunteers we’re honoring at this time are a part of the Northern Nevada staff that helps preserve our space vibrant, protected, and ready.”

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