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Lisa V. Ford Heart & Soul Volunteer Award Luncheon
June 20, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
On June 20, our fifth annual Lisa V. Ford Heart & Soul Volunteer Award Luncheon showed thanks and appreciation for The Children’s Center volunteers who give their time and talents to further our mission. The event, presented by Ford Motor Company, honored volunteers that have completed 20 or more hours of service during the past year. The following award categories seek to recognize individuals and groups who have made outstanding contributions to The Children’s Center.
2013 Winners
The “Lisa V. Ford Heart & Soul Award” is presented to an individual who has generously provided extraordinary talent, leadership or service to The Children’s Center.
Jane McFeely
Pictured from left to right: Lisa V. Ford, Barbara Kennedy (on behalf of Jane McFeely), Debora Matthews
Jane McFeely is a long-time volunteer associated with Tau Beta Association of Grosse Pointe. Jane’s most recent activities include back-to-school backpack assembly, student mentoring in the Center for Discovery, and lending her professional artist skills to the murals throughout the family enrichment areas of The Children’s Center mid-town Detroit campus.
The “Community Service Award” is given to a community/civic organization that demonstrates exceptional organizational initiative, participation, and commitment to the center through volunteerism and service.
The Wayne State University Baseball Team
Pictured from left to right: Lisa V. Ford, Ryan Kelley, Christian Bilkovic, Debora Matthews
The Wayne State University Men’s Baseball Players worked with children in group-play and art therapy sessions in conjunction with staff therapists. “It was great to have these positive male role models working with our children and families. Our kids loved it!” said Cindy Read, therapist.
The “Corporate Service Award” recognizes a corporation or business that exemplifies a strong commitment through employee volunteer efforts and partnership.
Ernst & Young
Pictured from left to right: Lisa V. Ford, Valerie Micou, William O’Connor, Debora Matthews
Under the leadership of Partner William T. O’Connor and the Ernst & Young Inclusiveness Committee, more than 100 children received donated holiday gifts and gift cards. “Community engagement is one of E&Y’s four pillars of social responsibility. Our associates were excited to lend a hand, and make a difference for these vulnerable children and families.” said O’Connor.
The “Staff Volunteer of the Year Award” is presented to a staff member who exemplifies the agency’s core values and renders outstanding volunteer service above their job requirements.
Dennis Coleman
Pictured from left to right: Lisa v. Ford, Dennis Coleman, Debora Matthews
Dennis Coleman has worked at The Children’s Center for nearly six years in a variety of capacities ranging from foster care to therapist for children and families dealing with developmental and emotional disabilities. He was nominated for going above and beyond his position accountabilities, and volunteering extensively at fundraising events, advocacy days and family fun days.
Congratulations to our 2013 award winners and all TCC volunteers who empower children to shape their own futures!
A Thank You to Our Sponsor
Lisa V. Ford Heart & Soul Volunteer Award Luncheon
June 20, 2013
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Children’s Center, Detroit
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