About Us
Text Box: Many years ago, anthropologist Margaret Meade wrote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Such is the case with volunteers, who have improved our world for centuries. Think, for a moment, about the many roles volunteers and volunteer organizations play in our lives. Chances are you were born in a hospital. Volunteers probably raised funds to build that facility, purchase medical equipment, or furnish rooms. Did you belong to Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, or 4-H as a child? Your club leader was no doubt a volunteer. Did you play on a sports team such as Little League or soccer—again you benefitted from the service of volunteer coaches. Did you know that Polio is on the verge of being eradicated worldwide—volunteers affiliated with Rotary International and a host of other agencies have played a part. Heard about Meals on Wheels? Their volunteers deliver thousands of meals daily to elderly or sick individuals. The list of volunteers making life better goes on and on. And it isn’t just those receiving help from volunteers who benefit. Volunteers benefit too. As Leonard Nimoy said, “The miracle is this – the more we share, the more we have.” —Debra Burrows, Volunteer Development Educator

Phone:  570-726-0022

Fax:  570-726-2237

 

Debra Burrows is the Volunteer Development Educator for Pennsylvania’s Central Region. She first began working with volunteers in 1987.  As a member of the faculty at Lock Haven University for 12 years, she taught an undergraduate course which prepared college students to become volunteer literacy tutors.

 

Deb is also a volunteer herself, serving as Chair of the American Cancer Society’s Daffodil Days Committee in Clinton County and as a Penn State Master Gardener.  She is also a former 4-H Leader.

Clinton County Cooperative Extension Office

47 Cooperation Lane, Mill Hall, PA   17751

Volunteer Leadership & Development in the Central Region