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Healing through sports: Organization uses adaptive sports challenges to help disabled veterans
Read full article: Healing through sports: Organization uses adaptive sports challenges to help disabled veteransFor many veterans, transitioning back to civilian life can be a challenge. And for those with physical injuries or PTSD, it can be even more difficult.
The Greyson Project donates holiday décor to children’s hospitals
Read full article: The Greyson Project donates holiday décor to children’s hospitalsThere’s something about this time of year. The decorations, the lights and even the music are enough to change your mood. Well, this week’s Getting Results Award winner feels that way too.
Orlando medical equipment bank helps those with disabilities take step toward independence
Read full article: Orlando medical equipment bank helps those with disabilities take step toward independenceWayne Gardner, senior director of Stepping Stone Medical Equipment Bank in Orlando, has been helping seniors for 30 years and was called "an angel" by the mother-daughter duo who nominated him for a Getting Results Award.
Orlando nonprofit to provide overnight, peer-led respite to catch people before crisis
Read full article: Orlando nonprofit to provide overnight, peer-led respite to catch people before crisisJuly is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, observed each year to bring awareness to the unique struggles facing racial and ethnic minorities, and this week’s Getting Results Award winner knows those struggles firsthand.
Orlando Secret Service agent who helped make gas price manipulators illegal retires
Read full article: Orlando Secret Service agent who helped make gas price manipulators illegal retiresThe senior special agent in the Orlando field office is retiring just before a law he helped get signed goes into effect.
Flagler Beach volunteers continue tradition of community cleanup after July 4 celebration
Read full article: Flagler Beach volunteers continue tradition of community cleanup after July 4 celebrationThe Flagler Beach All-Stars have created a tradition of cleaning the beaches the morning after the Fourth of July party ends in the city.
Foundation honors Central Florida teen’s passion for helping children with serious illnesses
Read full article: Foundation honors Central Florida teen’s passion for helping children with serious illnessesThis week’s Getting Results Award goes to one mother who has found a way to share her daughter’s memory through a foundation dedicated to helping children with serious illnesses.
Man who started Orange County golf tournament for charity playing the long game
Read full article: Man who started Orange County golf tournament for charity playing the long gameBill Dillard can’t sink a hole in one, but he’s on par to raise $2 million for charity through the golf tournament he started 40 years ago.
‘The world can change:’ This Apopka nonprofit doles out random acts of kindness
Read full article: ‘The world can change:’ This Apopka nonprofit doles out random acts of kindnessWhen this week’s Getting Results Award winner turned 40, he celebrated by doing 40 random acts of kindness. It felt so good, Joe Ferrer started the nonprofit, Mailbox Money, to make it easier for others to feel the same way.
Matthew’s Hope homeless center gets results for Central Florida one paycheck at a time
Read full article: Matthew’s Hope homeless center gets results for Central Florida one paycheck at a timeThis week’s Getting Results Award winner told News 6 that he understands the challenges of getting people off the streets, and because of that, he’s put a new spin on homeless outreach.
Orange County 4th grader recalls saving choking classmate with Heimlich maneuver
Read full article: Orange County 4th grader recalls saving choking classmate with Heimlich maneuverA brave fourth grader in Orange County jumped into action last month to save his choking classmate’s life. It was a life-saving example of getting results.
Meet the Brevard Zoo volunteers making a difference in unique ways
Read full article: Meet the Brevard Zoo volunteers making a difference in unique waysThe Brevard Zoo has always been about community—30 years ago, 16,000 volunteers gathered to build the park. Today, volunteers are still a huge part of the zoo’s success.
Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida CEO reflects on 55-year career, what it takes to be successful
Read full article: Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida CEO reflects on 55-year career, what it takes to be successfulGary Cain has led the Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida for nearly three decades. Now after 28 years he’s about to retire.
Teen voiceover actors speak out to help fight food insecurity in Orlando
Read full article: Teen voiceover actors speak out to help fight food insecurity in OrlandoCassie and Sabrina Glow are Glow Girls Kid Voiceovers. You may have heard them in commercials, animated movies or even talking toys. But they’re also using their voices to help stamp out food insecurity.
‘Above and beyond:’ Co-workers praise Ocala preschool teacher for getting results in the classroom
Read full article: ‘Above and beyond:’ Co-workers praise Ocala preschool teacher for getting results in the classroomChristin Fowler still remembers the names of all her elementary school teachers. Perhaps that’s why she chose the same profession.
‘Uber for animals:’ Brevard nonprofit helps transport injured wildlife to vet offices
Read full article: ‘Uber for animals:’ Brevard nonprofit helps transport injured wildlife to vet officesThere are any number of nonprofits that can help treat injured wildlife, but few are able to go out and get them.
‘The way she connects with them is just unbelievable:’ Mom of student with special needs praises daughter’s teachers
Read full article: ‘The way she connects with them is just unbelievable:’ Mom of student with special needs praises daughter’s teachersAmanda Otero wanted these Belle Terre Elem. teachers to be recognized with the News 6 getting Results Award
Seminole County school employees step up to troubleshoot after launching transportation app
Read full article: Seminole County school employees step up to troubleshoot after launching transportation appThe Seminole County Public Schools Transportation Services team worked through the bugs in their new transportation app, and because of that, were nominated for this week’s News 6 Getting Results Award.
Brevard teachers toured local neighborhoods in ice cream truck to encourage summer reading
Read full article: Brevard teachers toured local neighborhoods in ice cream truck to encourage summer readingWhile most kids were spending the summer lounging or playing video games, two teachers in Indialantic were loading into an ice cream truck with no air conditioning to promote summer reading.
‘She just sees us:’ Volusia County Special Olympics bowlers anticipate coach’s return from surgery
Read full article: ‘She just sees us:’ Volusia County Special Olympics bowlers anticipate coach’s return from surgeryThe Volusia County Special Olympics bowling team plays at Sunshine Bowling Center in DeLand every week throughout the sport's season.
‘Part of their journey:’ Volunteer program puts cancer patients on road to recovery
Read full article: ‘Part of their journey:’ Volunteer program puts cancer patients on road to recoveryThis week’s Getting Results award winner is part of a program that makes sure cancer patients get to their appointments.
The Coupon Kid: Belleview business owner puts people before profits
Read full article: The Coupon Kid: Belleview business owner puts people before profitsJames Brandl runs a small grocery liquidation store in Belleview, near Ocala, called The Coupon Kid, where he’s earned a reputation for selling discount items and helping those who need it.
‘To serve and protect and that’s exactly what he does:’ Parent thanks SRO for positive influence
Read full article: ‘To serve and protect and that’s exactly what he does:’ Parent thanks SRO for positive influenceORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Just inside the gates of Mollie Ray Elementary, Orange County Deputy Brian Jensen parks his patrol vehicle. “I interact with the kids every day and I’ve seen kids change direction,” Jensen said, adding that it wasn’t always easy. “Kids, when I initially started here wouldn’t even talk to me, largely because of my uniform,” Jensen remembers. “I noticed that a large portion of our disciplinary issues, when I’m talking to those kids, I discover they’re having problems reading,” Jensen remembers. During holiday breaks such as Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring Break, Jensen encourages students to read books and write reports.
Herald Of Hope food pantry provides much-needed groceries in West Orange County
Read full article: Herald Of Hope food pantry provides much-needed groceries in West Orange CountyORLANDO, Fla. As the sun begins to light the morning sky, dozens of cars are already in line at Orlando Metro West Church of the Nazarene. It will be hours before Candice Campbell, Herald Of Hope Food Pantry coordinator, gives the go-ahead to begin food distribution. Its a typical Saturday morning, Campbell says as she organizes the placement of pallets, tents and folding tables. Anything and everything.With the threat of COVID-19, the need for volunteers has increased, keeping pace with the number of people needing help. Shes pretty incredible.If you would like to help volunteer or learn more about Herald Of Hope services, contact information can be found on the groups website.