Idaho Department of Labor
08/30/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/30/2024 09:22
Priest River volunteer recognized for contributions
NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: Aug. 30, 2024
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A volunteer from Priest River was honored for her service at the Idaho Capital for a Day event hosted by Gov. Brad Little, Thursday, Aug. 29.
Serve Idaho, the Governor's Commission on Service and Volunteerism, recognized Lynn Cooper from Priest River with Idaho's Brightest Star Award for her exceptional volunteer service.
Priest River Advocates for Women nominated Cooper for her exceptional work supporting their mission to provide peace, friendship and encouragement for hurting and frightened women.
"Lynn's willingness to jump into whatever area of support needed, each and every time she is here, has blessed our ministry immeasurably," Executive Director Julie Bruceri with Advocates for Women said. "Her contagious smile brings joy to the office, and her soft, caring heart brings calm in the storm when needed."
Cooper has volunteered 265 hours at Advocates for Women since May 2023. She has provided significant support by painting and setting up the counseling office, cleaning the emergency shelters, transporting clients, picking up and stocking supplies and food, cleaning the child respite care center and working the outreach booth at events.
Cooper also serves at the Priest Lake Christian Community Outreach Association and the Priest Lake Thrift Shop.
Idaho's Brightest Star Award recognizes outstanding volunteers from across the state. It is a partnership between Gov. Little's office, Serve Idaho and the Idaho Nonprofit Center.
More information about Serve Idaho and AmeriCorps service opportunities is available at serve.idaho.gov.
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Serve Idaho is a division of the Idaho Department of Labor and administers Idaho's AmeriCorps programs. In 2023, AmeriCorps committed more than $7.7 million to support Idaho communities. This federal investment leveraged more than $2 million in other resources to strengthen community impact, build local support and increase return on taxpayer dollars.
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Serve Idaho is supported by AmeriCorps and the Idaho Department of Labor. A total of $4,519,228, or 61%, of the program is financed with federal funds, and $2,893,430, or 39%, is funded by local support.