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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.

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.

Jean Bastien

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia

Location: Oakton, VA

Tom Callanen

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of McLean, Arlington

Location: Falls Church, VA

Wayne Chapman

Affiliate Center: LifeQuest of Arkansas

Location: Little Rock, AR

Linda Danford

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: Lewisville, WV

Jerry Ehnes

Title: 2017 Donald Owen Smith National Volunteer Leader Honoree

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Webster-Kirkwood, Missouri

Location: St. Louis, MS

Dick Entenmann

Title: 2020 Donald Owen Smith National Volunteer Leader Honoree

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Webster-Kirkwood, Missouri

Location: St. Louis, MS

Becky Entenmann

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Webster-Kirkwood, Missouri

Location: St. Louis, MS

Julius Hankin

Title: 2016 Donald Owen Smith National Volunteer Leader Honoree

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia

Location: Oakton, WV

Kathy Harr

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Topeka, Kansas

Location: Topeka, KS

Carol McGinnis Kay

Title: 2021 Donald Owen Smith National Volunteer Leader Honoree

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of St. Andrews, South Carolina

Location: Columbia, SC

Sarah (Sally) Lane

Affiliate Center: Shepherd’s Center of Greenbrier Valley, West Virginia

Location: Lewisburg, WV

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