We wanted to take the time to recognize one of our volunteers for her outstanding work with BVCIL. We nominated Grace to be the “Shining Star” of 2-1-1’s weekly newsletter, Community Information Digest. Below you can read the excerpt from the newsletter about her efforts and the things she has done for Brazos Valley Center for Independent Living:
Brazos Valley Center for Independent Living (BVCIL) would like to honor a volunteer who has provided many hours of class support since January 2013 – Grace! Grace does not volunteer as part of Service Learning project or a service requirement for a campus organization. She sought us out after researching local volunteer opportunities; we are very grateful she did!
Grace initially provided Origami classes twice per month, bringing her own supplies and prepping for lessons. Grace volunteers for other types of art and recreation classes and assisted at Book Club last year when we needed her. Where ever there is a need, she finds time to help out around her full-time TAMU class schedule.
Grace is always very patient and kind to any class participants. Grace volunteers year-round. Some examples of her dedication: this summer, she volunteered to assist with Teen+ Summer Camp for two hours a day/4 days in August, and in July she was a big help at the ADA Celebration at Tiffany Park, despite the excessive heat- very cheerily teaching Origami and assisting with crafts. Grace always smiles, shows effort to learn participants’ names, and makes sure they know that she values their abilities in whatever task she is supporting. BVCIL staff truly appreciate Grace’s gift of her time, sharing her talents with others, and her serene personality- she always helps with ‘clean up’ after class, is able to observe who needs the most encouragement and always asks if there are ways she can assist. Grace is truly valued for her support of our mission.
Thank you, Grace, for your many hours and talents that you have provided us. You have been a wonderful example for our community and for all that have walked through our doors.
-BVCIL Staff