2024 November Volunteer of the Month - 100 Women of Yankton
Groups of women joining forces to make an impact on their communities is not a new idea. The earliest Women’s Club in Yankton dates to...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Nov 83 min read
2024 October Volunteer of the Month - Harvest Halloween Committee
Every year, near Halloween, young ghosts and goblins are looking for a scary good time! Kids and adults alike can haunt the streets and...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Sep 273 min read
2024 September Volunteer of the Month - Bridging Yankton Committee
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth and young adults in South Dakota. It is estimated that 85% of people in the...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Sep 63 min read
2024 August Volunteer of the Month - Cathy Orton
Sometimes simply walking in the door is a calling. Cathy Orton came to The Center from Texas over 6 years ago. She originally joined as a...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Jul 154 min read
2024 June Volunteer of the Month - Veronica Trezona
It seems like good programs that help people or promote things in a community start simply as an idea in someone’s head. It takes a...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Jun 43 min read
2024 May Volunteer of the Month - Crickett & The Stoddards
Crickett is a therapy dog, and she is “doggone” proud of it. This canine care giver provides more than just companionship. She offers...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Apr 193 min read
2024 April Volunteer of the Month - Diane Houdek
Sometimes, children just need someone to be there for them; someone to be their advocate when no one else can or will. April is Child...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Apr 92 min read
2024 March Volunteer of the Month - Neva Tirrel
ZoeCare is a pregnancy resource center in Yankton. Neva Tirrel has been volunteering there as a receptionist since January of 2021,...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Feb 282 min read
2024 February Volunteer of the Month - Steve Zimmerman
At Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, “TEAM” stands for The Escort Assistance Members. It is a team of dedicated volunteers who assist patients...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Feb 53 min read
2024 January Volunteer of the Month - Rob Stephenson
Research has shown that the benefits of mentoring youth include increased high school graduation rates; lower high school dropout rates;...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Jan 115 min read
2023 December Volunteer of the Month - Maggie Kaltsulas
Each year Santa Claus and Yankton Morning Optimist Club elves invite local youth and their families to experience Santa's Workshop....
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YanktonUnitedWay
Dec 5, 20233 min read
2023 November Volunteer of the Month - Jill Kouri
Volunteers are a crucial part of what makes the holiday season bright, and it’s important not to forget about all that they do. Many...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Nov 16, 20233 min read
2023 October Volunteer of the Month - Vivian Van Essen
“There is no silver bullet to success. It takes an army of people, a safe environment, high-quality programs, and unique experiences to...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Oct 16, 20233 min read
2023 September Volunteer of the Month - Amy Haberman
Fun for everyone! A theme that community member Amy Haberman takes seriously, and she puts her time and talents to work to achieve it!...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Sep 26, 20233 min read
Pam Kettering Spirit of Volunteerism Award Winner - Dr. Tim Irwin
At United Way and Volunteer Services of Greater Yankton, we believe that volunteers are essential in making our community a better place,...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Sep 8, 20232 min read
2023 August Volunteer of the Month - Yankton Area Arts Board of Directors
Yankton Area Arts (YAA) is dedicated to promoting the arts in our community by providing opportunities for artists and art lovers alike....
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YanktonUnitedWay
Aug 10, 20233 min read
2023 July Volunteer of the Month - Susan Thorson
Turning a bare piece of land into a bountiful, productive place to gather food is usually the job of farmers. However, over the past few...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Jun 30, 20233 min read
2023 June Volunteer of the Month - Lynne & Doug Nelson
“Take me out to the ball game! Take me out with the crowd. Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack.” This song is heard at many 7th...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Jun 1, 20232 min read
2023 May Volunteer of the Month - Mary Schweitzer
In recognition of Older Americans Month, it is fitting that we recognize the value of Seniors who help others and whose experience brings...
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YanktonUnitedWay
Apr 24, 20232 min read
2023 April Volunteer of the Month - Heidi Hassing
At our local River City Domestic Violence Center, support groups are a helpful recovery tool for many survivors. Each week, they host...
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