Volunteer Appreciation & Awards Ceremony 2017
Recently, volunteers, board members and staff gathered at the Ready Readers office to celebrate the successes of the past school year. We gratefully acknowledge everyone’s hard work and dedication. These awards honored a few of the many exceptional individuals who generously donate their time. We value their high level of commitment that contributes to the success of our mission. This year’s honorees include:
2017 Distinguished Long-Term Reader
Lesley Wandling
Founding reader, book coordinator, & event facilitator
2017 Exceptional Volunteer of the Year
Candice Barchenger
Leaving us after reading to 7 classes for 4 years
2017 Outstanding Community Partner
Robert Becker, Kirkwood Youth Service
Warehouse packing, event set-up, nametag prep, label & yarn cutting
2017 Outstanding Corporate Partner
Allison Devitre & Joan Ragda-Heath, Monsanto
Book packing, book drive, & fund raising