Gov. Jack Markell will honor Anne Chaffin, of Hockessin, Chip Rankin, of Newport, and Erin Walters and Diane Rogerson, of Wilmington along with more than 30 other individuals and groups by presenting the Governor’s Outstanding Volunteer Service Awards at 5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 29, at a dinner at Dover Downs.
“The recipients of the 27th annual Governor’s Outstanding Volunteer Awards are not only strong leaders who demonstrate the power of giving, but they also inspire others to do the same,” Markell said. “It is very gratifying to see Delawareans from every part of the state volunteer their time in pursuit of building a better Delaware.”
The recipients are impressive in their dedication to improving the quality of life for those around them. This year’s winners participate in such diverse activities as advocating for people with developmental disabilities, mentoring students, as well as giving hope and help to others through outreach to those in need.
“These award recipients are the epitome of volunteerism and represent the many devoted volunteers who make positive contributions to the First State and inspire others to do the same,” said Andy Kloepfer, social services senior administrator.
The event begins with a social hour followed by dinner and an awards ceremony to honor the recipients for their exceptional volunteer and community service to Delaware.
The Office of the Governor, Delaware Health and Social Services, the Division of State Service Centers, the State Office of Volunteerism, as well as the Governor’s Commission on Community and Volunteer Service sponsor the Governor’s Outstanding Volunteer Awards.
