Category: volunteer of the week

Fran Veal, Nominated by Portico Fran is a wife, mother, owner of Fran Veal Bookkeeping, yet still makes time to volunteer at Portico. She has been a part of their organization for 18 years. Fran is so compassionate and has such a heart for serving, loving, encouraging and offering hope to their clients. […]

Brandon de la Cruz, Nominated by YEAH!   Brandon is an incredible volunteer all across YEAH!’s programs. From shooting band photos to teaching Rock Block, he makes kids feel empowered with knowledge and positivity. Brandon will receive a certificate from Volunteer Rutherford and a $25 Amazon Gift Card courtesy of Guaranty Trust […]

Donna Jennings, Nominated by Ferrell Hollow Farm Senior Horse & Cat Sanctuary Donna was a supporter of the Senior Horse Sanctuary for more than a year before they expanded to include Senior Cats earlier this year. Since that addition she has become an integral part of their Volunteer Team. She gives her time weekly and […]

Dawn White, Nominated by Amelia’s Closet Dawn volunteers with Amelia’s Closet which is a faith-based, 100% volunteer-staffed 501(c)3 organization that helps reduce poverty in our communities by preparing women for sustainable employment. Staff says that Dawn is a delight to be around and she does so well with their clients. She makes them […]

Ashley Rhoden, Nominated by Archie’s Promise Ashley is a senior at MTSU and is a Fashion Merchandising major. She has a strong eye for fashion and helps other feel good about themselves. Ashley is a wonderful assets to Archie’s Promise. She volunteers her time to help the organization further their mission. Staff […]

Lori Thomas, Nominated by Stepping Stones Safe Haven Lori Thomas volunteers weekly at Stepping Stones Safe Haven, which is a homeless shelter for women and children. She gives tirelessly of her time and resources to make sure their shelter remains open. She goes to the shelter and spends one on one time with each […]

Sparkle Tufano, Nominated by Murfreesboro Kiwanis Sparkle has been an engaged member of Kiwanis since she joined the 3-2-1 Kiwanis group two years ago.  She always participates when projects are planned and steps up for leadership roles as well.  She also gets her family involved in projects such as working in […]

Nell Haltom, Nominated by Murfreesboro Lioness Club Nell has been a member of the Lioness Club for almost 40 years.  She has held all club offices thru the years and has been a dedicated worker. She has worked all the charity events and even helped grow the club. Nell is instrumental executing the […]

Heinrich (Heinz) Kokemueller, Nominated by Alvin C. York VA Medical Center Heinrich (Heinz) has been volunteering at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center since 2001 and has logged over 5,400 volunteer hours. Heinz is a dedicated volunteer who drives for their on-site shuttle service two days a week. He provides […]

Darwin Colston, Nominated by Howard’s Hope Darwin is a tremendous asset to Howard’s Hope and works diligently to ensure the mission goals of the organization are being met. He strongly believes Tennessee should lead the nation in preventing juvenile drownings. Darwin provides leadership not only in day-to-day operations, but also […]