About
Introducing The National Gallery of Volunteer Excellence
The Shepherd's Centers’ National Gallery Toolkit is a tribute to the remarkable individuals who embody the spirit of service and compassion within the Shepherd's Centers community.
Celebrating selflessness, dedication, and community impact
Discover the heartwarming stories and impactful contributions of
volunteers who have dedicated their time and talent to enriching the lives of older adults across the nation.
Read more about the National Gallery in Woman's World.
We pay homage to the countless volunteers who have dedicated themselves to making our communities vibrant, inclusive, and supportive for older adults.
Honorees
Browse by name or affiliate below to learn more about the remarkable volunteers contributing to our mission.
Jan Auerbach
Title: 2025 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center McLean-Arlington-Falls Church
Location: McLean, VA
Jean Bastien
Title: 2024 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia
Location: Oakton, VA
Tom Callanen
Title: 2024 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of McLean, Arlington
Location: Falls Church, VA
Wayne Chapman
Title: 2024 Honoree
Affiliate Center: LifeQuest of Arkansas
Location: Little Rock, AR
Ellie Cheney
Title: 2025 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Kernersville
Location: Kernersville, NC
Linda Craigie
Title: 2025 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Northland Shepherd's Center
Location: Kansas City, MO
Linda Danford
Title: 2024 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Greensboro, North Carolina
Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Sue Decharme
Title: 2018 Donald Owen Smith National Volunteer Leader Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Greenbrier Valley, West Virginia
Location: Lewisburg, WV
Jean Durgan
Title: 2025 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Peninsula Community Senior Center
Location: San Diego, CA
Jerry Ehnes
Title: 2017 Donald Owen Smith National Volunteer Leader Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Webster-Kirkwood, Missouri
Location: St. Louis, MO
Becky Entenmann
Title: 2024 Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Webster-Kirkwood, Missouri
Location: St. Louis, MO
Dick Entenmann
Title: 2020 Donald Owen Smith National Volunteer Leader Honoree
Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Webster-Kirkwood, Missouri
Location: St. Louis, MO