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12 Who Care

12 Who Care 2009 Reception Photo Gallery

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 First Coast News celebrates local volunteers during the 12 Who Care 2009 reception on October 8, 2009. Click here to view the photo gallery.

 

12 Who Care 2009: Kathi and Amanda Reyes

12 Who Care 2009: Kathi and Amanda Reyes

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- A year in the hospital.  Another year before she could walk.  And now, ten years later, this miracle girl and her mom are out helping others.  They are the party queens at Dreams Come True.

12 Who Care 2009: Bettye Zowarka

12 Who Care 2009: Bettye Zowarka

KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL -- The birds will greet you on that long drive in to Keystone Heights. Moss blankets the trees.  It is within this peace and quiet that Betty Zowarka saw a need.

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About 12 Who Care

12 Who CareThe 12 Who Care Community Service Awards were created over twenty years ago to celebrate those special people making a difference in our communities through their selfless volunteer efforts. By sharing these extraordinary stories, we hope to inspire others to follow their lead.

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12 Who Care 2009: Dorothy Thomas

12 Who Care 2009: Dorothy Thomas

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- Dorothy Thomas has been retired for years, but for her, volunteering has become a full-time job.

12 Who Care 2009: Gary Snyder

12 Who Care 2009: Gary Snyder

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- Cardiologist Gary Snyder has been healing hearts in Jacksonville for 30 years.  And those who are less fortunate are singing his praises.

  • 12 Who Care 2009: Becky Schumann 
  • 12 Who Care 2009: Pete Rawls 
  • 12 Who Care 2009: Bonnie McNulty 
  • 12 Who Care 2009: Lowell "Mac" McCampbell 
  • 12 Who Care 2009: Stanley Lofton 
  • 12 Who Care 2009: Joanne Hickox 
  • 12 Who Care 2009: Peggy Gachet 
  • 12 Who Care 2009: Officer Larry Shuford 
  • 2009 12 Who Care Winners Announced 
  • 12 Who Care: Betty Smith 
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Mary Warner 
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Bertram Enell Way 
  • 12 Who Care: Leslie Allen 
  • 12 Who Care: Bob Mayrand 
  • 12 Who Care: Deputy Joe Bowen 
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Teresa Gilleo 
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Charles Maurer 
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Valarie Hammonds  
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Donya Tucker  
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Letha McAlister 
  • 12 Who Care 2008: Gus Egerer 
  • 12 Who Care 2008 (August): Joe Bowen 
  • 12 Who Care 2008 (September): Bob Mayrand 
  • 12 Who Care 2008 (September): Betty Smith 
  • 12 Who Care 2007: Susan Dubow 
  • Nominate a Local Volunteer

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    Purpose:
    • To honor individuals for their extraordinary deeds
    • To encourage and inspire others
    Qualifications:
    • The individual must be 18 years of age or older
    • The individual must be a resident of the First Coast
    • The individual cannot be compensated for his or her deeds or service
    Nomination Process
    • Nominations will be accepted throughout the year
    • Nominations must be made on a 12 Who Care nomination form and sent to: 12 Who Care, 1070 E. Adams St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
    • Nominations must include a photograph of the nominee and two letters of recommendation from individuals other than family members.
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