Stamford residents honored for service to the community
STAMFORD, Conn. (January 27, 2017) — This morning, more than 30 Stamford residents were recognized for their volunteer contributions to the Stamford community at United Way’s 20th annual Stamford Volunteer Day. The event took place at the Harry Bennett Branch of the Ferguson Library with more than 120 guests in attendance. Mayor Martin offered welcome remarks and members of the City’s State Legislative Delegation also attended.
The purpose of Stamford Volunteer Day is to recognize “grassroots” volunteers who have contributed their time and talent to the Stamford community. Sandy Weinberg, Principal – State and Local Tax at O’Connor Davies, LLP, served as chair of the awards program.
United Way of Western Connecticut annually recognizes residents for their active involvement in the community. Community leaders nominate volunteers based on achievement and commitment to the Stamford community.
“It is so important to recognize the helpers amongst us who diligently and quietly work to meet the needs of the community,” said Kimberly Morgan, Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Western Connecticut. “The critical work of nonprofits is not possible without the help of dedicated volunteers.”
The following is a list of this year’s awardees:
Outstanding Senior Volunteer: Mary Trehan for her work at The Stamford Museum and Nature Center.
Outstanding Adult Volunteer: Gene Waggaman for his work at Saint Joseph Parenting Center.
Outstanding Volunteer Couple: Barbara Aronica and Peter Buck for their work at ARI of Connecticut.
Outstanding Volunteer Group: Edgehill – A continuing care retirement community Social Action Committee for their work at Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County.
Outstanding Corporate Group: Keller Williams Realty for their work at Family Centers.
Outstanding Youth Volunteers
Yvette Wolpo for her work at The Stamford Museum and Nature Center.
Peter Leventhal for his work at Inspirica.
Zachary Groz and Jenna Hyman for their work at Domus Chester Addison Academy.
Marina Grandmont, Victoria Keonigsberger and Carli Levethan for their work at Neighbors Link Stamford.
The following individuals and groups received honorable mentions for their volunteer work with Stamford nonprofits:
Outstanding Adult Volunteers
Liz Kity for her work with Jewish Family Services.
Jacqueline Dixon for her work with Women’s Mentoring Network.
Diana Neufuss for her work with Family Centers.
Jeanne Melino for her work with Person-to-Person.
Carol Sargent for her work with The Stamford Early Childhood Collaborative.
Eden Huang for her work with The Stamford Public Education Foundation.
Andrea Falco, Carrie Dunn and Jaime Michaels for their work with Project Night Night.
Meryl Japha for her work with Jewish Family Services.
Outstanding Senior Volunteers
Marina Sapir for her work with Jewish Family Services.
Bruce Koe for his work with Neighbors Link Stamford.
Clare Harding for her work with DOMUS.
Jane Alpert for her work with The Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens.
A committee of volunteers reviewed the nominations and included: Sally Kelman (Berkshire Hathaway); Sandy Weinberg (O’Connor Davies), Victoria Zerjav (Holland & Knight), Roberta Eichler (Community Volunteer), Linda Levy (Community Volunteer), Leslie Glenn (Remedy Partners), Ryan Tougias (Day Pitney), Vanessa Frattaroli (Community Volunteer).
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Photo Caption: United Way of Western Connecticut and Stamford agencies and nonprofits celebrated the commitment of awardees and honorees at this morning’s Stamford Volunteer Day Awards. Mayor of the City of Stamford, Hon. David Martin and State Sen. Carlo Leone joined this wonderful celebration of volunteerism and community.
