Jeff Hendred
Wilson principal, Jeff Hendred, was recently awarded the President's Volunteer Service Award from the United Way of Wapello County as part of their Volunteer Recognition Week.
In 2003, the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation founded the President's Volunteer Service Award to recognize the important role of volunteers in America's strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too. The award has continued under each administration, honoring the volunteers who are using their time and talents to solve some of the toughest challenges facing our nation.
"We are so proud to have you as a partner and community member in this work," said Emma Andeway, Director of Community Engagement for United Way of Wapello County. "Not only do you create change and opportunities yourself, but you inspire others to do so as well. We came up with a select list of individuals to give this award to; they had to have more than 100 hours documented in 2020. As United Way, we could only document hours for the Emergency Youth Food Program, but we know the truth. We know that you dedicate your life to our community, and that means a countless amount of hours. While your award may be bronze, you are gold in our hearts."