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EASTON RESIDENT RECOGNIZED BY GOODWILL INDUSTRIES INTERNATIONAL FOR VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP Jun 6, 2008
Goodwill Press Release
CONTACT:
Dorothy H. Viets
Director of Community Relations
(203) 581-5319 or (203) 650-5723
Thousands of hours of service, an unwavering belief in Goodwill’s mission and a new vision for the future of Goodwill volunteerism has garnered Dorothy “Dottie” Farkas the 2008 Elsine Katz Volunteer Leadership Award from Goodwill Industries International. The award will be presented in Washington, DC at the Goodwill Industries International’s Delegate Assembly during a recognition banquet on June 30.
Farkas, a resident of Easton, CT, has been a steadfast volunteer at Goodwill Industries of Western Connecticut for more than 14 years, serving at various times as a board member, a trustee, an advisory board member and volunteer coordinator. She was heavily involved in the Goodwill Industries Volunteer Services (GIVS) both locally and nationally for more than a decade and as Chair of GIVS led its restructuring in 2007, resulting in a more effective emphasis on the role of the volunteer in the Goodwill movement. She served on the national board of Goodwill Industries International for three years, representing volunteer interests and advocating for leadership programs for all Goodwill volunteers.
“I know Dottie to be a tireless and articulate leader for volunteerism at all levels within our Goodwill movement,” says David H. Turner, President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Western Connecticut. “She has spread the message nationally regarding the emerging trends and opportunities for volunteers to bring positive changes into the lives of so many.”
This award is given to a local Goodwill Industries volunteer in recognition of outstanding leadership and service to a member Goodwill Industries organization. The program is designed to focus attention on the expanding role of the volunteer in Goodwill Industries. “Dottie’s history with the organization is noteworthy but her vision for its future is even more important,” says Jim Gibbons, President and CEO of Goodwill Industries International.
Farkas’ spirit of volunteerism extends beyond Goodwill Industries. She is active with the Women’s Guild of the United Congregational Church, Public Health Nursing Association, Bridgeport Hospital Auxiliary, Bridgeport Symphony, the Easton Historical Society, the Red Cross and the Girls Scouts of America.
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