Charity News from Thursday, Jun. 19, 2003Goodwill Volunteers’ Dedication and Spirit Receives Top-Notch Annual AwardGoodwill Industries International | Her humor, work ethic and dedication all contribute to the overflowing and contagious positive attitude that Peggy Nenninger brings to her volunteer duties at Goodwill Industries-Knoxville, Inc. (Tennessee). Pennsylvania Goodwill Merger Wins Award for Optimizing Resources Goodwill Industries International | In just over 18 months, three Pennsylvania Goodwills merged to reduce management costs by more than 2 percent, freeing up $400,000 in resources. Goodwill Retail and Business Expert Inducted into Goodwill Hall of Fame Goodwill Industries International | Mary Cochran becomes first female non-Goodwill CEO inductee. Mary has accomplished a long list of firsts during her 38-year Goodwill history. She was the first woman to complete Goodwill's executive training program. Annie E. Casey Foundation Family Strengthening Award Winners Announced Goodwill Industries International | Four Goodwill agencies win the annual Annie E. Casey Foundation Family Strengthening Awards, funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. It provides a $20,000 reward to each Goodwill agency for having exemplary family strengthening programs in place. Work of Volunteer Group Sustains Lives and Livelihood of Milwaukee Goodwill Goodwill Industries International | The Goodwill Industries' 2002 Centennial Celebration hosted by Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin (Milwaukee) couldn't have been run as smoothly without the support of the Milwaukee volunteer group. Delaware Goodwill Graduate Awarded For Representing Values of Organizations' Founder Goodwill Industries International | A homemaker for 30 years and recently widowed, Arline Docherty, knew she needed to learn computer skills to find employment. She entered the Computerized Office Skills Training program at Goodwill Industries of Delaware in August of 2001. Philippines Woman Recognized for Outstanding Achievement in Volunteerism Goodwill Industries International | Peers of Nonie Valdepeñas say that she has raised the standard for leadership among the volunteers at Goodwill Industries of the Philippines (Manila). For three consecutive years, Valdepeñas has served as president of the GIVS organization in Manila. Ford Motor Company Receives Goodwill’s Business Partner Award Goodwill Industries International | Ford Motor Company's business relationship with Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit (Michigan) started over 40 years ago with packaging and assembly contracts that today are worth $1.1 million. Portland, OR Program Developer Wins Goodwill Award for Innovative Solutions in Employment Programming Goodwill Industries International | James Worsley initiated the Transitional Employment Services program in 1995 after observing that job preparation and readiness services were abound for unemployed people rather than actual work. Tucson Community Program Presented with Workplace Award For Employment Training and Job Placement Goodwill Industries International | Tucson has a growing teleservice job base with over 40 call centers and an estimated 16,000 workers. Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona realized that many people in the area did not have entry-level skills needed for employment in the industry. Goodwill Retail Team Honored For Global Outreach in UK Goodwill Industries International | Goodwill's mission to create employment opportunities through eliminating barriers for people with disabilities and other disadvantages is structured on a global basis. Business Foresight and Leadership Skills Earn National/Local Board Chair Honors Goodwill Industries International | Carl E. Hansen has served continuously on either the board of directors of Goodwill Industries International (GII) or Goodwill Industries of Central Texas (Austin) for 31 years. Indianapolis Volunteer Awarded For Her Role In Changing Lives and Communities Goodwill Industries International | Since 1990, Corienne Gettum has demonstrated her belief in service to her community through various volunteer leadership roles at Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana and on the GIVS International Board of Directors. Macon Community Center Recognized For Technology Accessibility Goodwill Industries International | Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia (Macon) opened the City Cyber Center in November 2001 when the City of Macon approached them about its commitment to make technology a priority for its citizens. Enthusiasm of Goodwill Staffer Draws National Attention Goodwill Industries International | Kathy Spencer believes in the concept that employment not only brings economic independence, but also personal dignity and identity. Spencer concluded that Goodwill's mission would be a perfect platform to implement her ideas and prove her beliefs. The IRC Marks World Refugee Day 2003 International Rescue Committee | To mark World Refugee Day 2003 and celebrate the courage and contributions of refugees, IRC offices around the world are holding lectures, film screenings, exhibits and other events and presentations on the official day, June 20. People With Schizophrenia and Caregivers Face Burdensome Barriers to Care National Mental Health Association | A survey by the National Mental Health Association identifies three core barriers to improving quality of life for people with schizophrenia and their family and friends who serve as caregivers. Stigma ranks as the number one barrier to recovery. FedEx St. Jude Classic lets patients golf with pros St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (ALSAC) | Patients of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have a chance to test their golf and putting skills during several activities held during the week of the FedEx St. Jude Classic. Triggering self-destruction of cancer cells St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (ALSAC) | Investigators at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have discovered a previously unrecognized way that certain types of cancer cells can be forced to activate a self-destruction program called apoptosis. Catholic Health Care, Catholic Charities Teaming Up To Deliver Innovative Services, Study Finds Catholic Charities USA | Combining the strengths of their ministries, Catholic Charities and Catholic health care are teaming up to deliver innovative services that improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities, according to a study released today.
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