NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
April 19, 2011
Heather Correia Receives National Service Volunteer Award
Portland – The Maine Commission for Community Service has announced that Heather Correia, AmeriCorps volunteer for Goodwill Industries of Northern New England, has received the National Service Volunteer Award from Governor Paul LePage in a ceremony on April 14. The Governor’s awards celebration takes place each year in conjunction with National Volunteer week and recipients include Maine businesses, schools, educators and individuals. The award program is administered from the Governor’s office by the Maine Commission for Community Service.
As an AmeriCorps member for Goodwill, Heather has gone far beyond what her service assignment requires. She eagerly organizes AmeriCorps events, spreads the word about national service and matches at-risk youth with healthy and positive mentors. She is a wonderful example of the impact national service volunteers have in our local communities. Heather has managed a number of different responsibilities including GoodGuides, a mentoring program for 13-17 year old at-risk youth. She has organized career workshops and mentor appreciation events. Heather also served as an employment counselor for Goodwill helping those seeking employment to overcome economic and social barriers.
To learn more about the AmeriCorps program at Goodwill, please visit www.goodwillnne.org.
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About Goodwill Industries of Northern New England
Goodwill Industries of Northern New England has a 78-year history of providing innovative services that eliminate barriers to opportunity and help people in need reach their fullest potential through the power of work. Last year, we served over 80,000 individuals through job training and placement, career counseling, family strengthening services, youth employment opportunities, brain injury programs, and other community support services for people with disabilities. Our programs are funded by revenue from our 26 retail stores, grants, fees, and financial gifts. Please visit www.goodwillnne.org for more information.
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Contact: Michelle Smith, Communications Manager
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