Standing PlāSpace Honors Exemplary Volunteers in Celebration of Neighborhood Affect & Ladies’s Historical past Month Kickoff
WHO:
The Honorable Mayor of Fayetteville and the Honorable Mayor of Peachtree Metropolis will current the President’s Volunteer Service Awards (PVSA)—the nation’s highest recognition for civic engagement—to excellent native volunteers. These prestigious awards, signed by President Joseph R. Biden Jr., acknowledge people whose dedication to service has profoundly enriched their communities.
WHAT:
Established in 2003 by the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation, the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) is the preeminent nationwide honor bestowed upon people who reveal a rare dedication to volunteerism and civic engagement. It acknowledges those that embody the spirit of service and encourage others to provide again.
Through the Winter Wonderland Fest at Trilith Guesthouse, the award recipients have been introduced, recognizing their outstanding efforts to uplift their communities. Now, in a distinguished ceremony, Standing PlāSpace will guarantee these native heroes obtain the popularity they deserve. As we start celebrating Ladies’s Historical past Month, this occasion will function a strong reminder of the influence of volunteerism, management, and group engagement in shaping a brighter future.
WHEN & WHERE: February 25, 2025
- Fayetteville Metropolis Corridor – 11:00 AM
- Peachtree Metropolis Corridor – 1:00 PM
WHY:
Volunteers are the guts of our group, selflessly giving their time and vitality to make a long-lasting influence. This awards ceremony, hosted by Standing PlāSpace, shines a highlight on these people and their invaluable contributions. With each mayors main the popularity, this occasion will encourage others to have interaction in significant service and strengthen our communities.
HONOREES
Fayetteville Awardees
- Teresa Denton – Neighborhood Champion (Silver Awardee)
Teresa has performed a pivotal position in organizing Evening Marketplace for Virtuoso Music & Artwork and main volunteer efforts for Bushes of Hope on behalf of PlāSpace, supporting a number of native causes. - Andrea Ferguson – Schooling Chief & Neighborhood Advocate (Lifetime Achievement Award)
As band president at Sandy Creek Excessive College and a Woman Scouts chief, Andrea fosters youth improvement. She can also be a devoted NAACP volunteer, advocating for social justice and academic alternatives.
Peachtree Metropolis Awardees
- Chelsea Scarlett – Neighborhood Advocate & Volunteer Chief (Lifetime Achievement Award)
A passionate advocate for financial empowerment, Chelsea volunteers with Gown for Success Atlanta, serves on the Future Basis Board, and mentors with Huge Brothers Huge Sisters of Atlanta. - Christian Murphy – Management in Service (Lifetime Achievement Award)
As CEO of Wellspring Dwelling, Christian has devoted her profession to serving to survivors of human trafficking. She additionally actively helps CASA, Woman Scouts, and different organizations benefiting ladies and youth. - Lisa Brunson – Healthcare Advocate (Lifetime Achievement Award)
A Wellspring Dwelling Board Member and CXO of Palmetto Household Dental, Lisa ensures free dental take care of survivors and provides mentorship and help via numerous organizations, together with Jack and Jill of America.
