10 Who Care Awards 2009

Updated: Monday, 26 Oct 2009, 2:14 PM EDT
Published : Monday, 26 Oct 2009, 1:39 PM EDT

WAVY-TV’s 10 Who Care Awards recognize outstanding volunteerism in Hampton Roads -those unsung heroes who volunteer their time assisting senior citizens, children, the disadvantaged and the mentally ill; improving education, health care and the environment; expanding recreational, cultural activities and promoting safety.

The submission period is now closed.

Nominations were received from all over Hampton Roads. This year’s nominees represented a wide-range of community involvement.

The ten winners will be announced at a recognition luncheon on Thursday, November 19th at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. Please check back that day for full biographies of our 10 Who Care Award winners.

Volunteers from the following organizations were nominated:

Brighton Rock AME Zion Church

Samaritan House

NAMI- Virginia Beach Affiliate

Comte de Grasse Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution

Operation Blessing US Disaster Relief Team

Virginia Beach Department of Human Services

Our Families

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

C.L.E.A.N (Citizens Learning and Educating About Neighborhood)

Crawford Fire Department

Southern Christian Leadership Conference