AARP KY Appalachian Women s Advocate and School Founder is National Finalist
AARP KY - Appalachian Women s Advocate and School Founder is National Finalist
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She is one of seven finalists selected from more than 1,800 contest participants, and has already won $5,000 for her preferred charity, the New Opportunity School for Women.
until Nov. 18. The contest’s grand prize winner, will be awarded an additional $10,000 for their charity of choice.
Stephenson was chosen for her volunteer story about the New Opportunity School for Women, a career and leadership development program for low-income women in the central Appalachian region. Stephenson founded the organization, which provides a free, three-week program to teach women basic skills to continue their education or get a job, including computer, math, interview and leadership skills, and more. They also provide basic health services, place participants in an internship and offer cultural events, among other support.
“Almost 700 women have graduated from our three-week residential program. A recent survey of the Kentucky grads indicated 79 percent are employed, in school, or both,” wrote Stephenson in her winning entry.
Voting in the Win & Do Good contest is open to the public. online. Voting is open until Nov. 18, and you can vote as often as once a day.
You may also participate in the Win & Do Good volunteer match game for a chance to win two $25 gift cards – one for yourself and one for your charity of choice. See the official rules and online.
“This contest highlights just how many dedicated volunteers across the country – and right here in Kentucky – are finding meaningful ways to help their communities. We are proud to be in a position to recognize and reward their incredible work, and hope you’ll take a few minutes to check out all of the finalists’ stories and vote for the one that moves you most,” said Jim Kimbrough, AARP Kentucky State President.
Read about all the outstanding volunteers, get inspired and be sure to vote today.
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Appalachian Women s Advocate and School Founder is National Finalist
There’s reason to celebrate in Kentucky – Jane Stephenson of Lexington has made it to the finalist round of AARP Create The Good’s “Win & Do Good” national volunteer story competition.See Also:
She is one of seven finalists selected from more than 1,800 contest participants, and has already won $5,000 for her preferred charity, the New Opportunity School for Women.
until Nov. 18. The contest’s grand prize winner, will be awarded an additional $10,000 for their charity of choice.
Stephenson was chosen for her volunteer story about the New Opportunity School for Women, a career and leadership development program for low-income women in the central Appalachian region. Stephenson founded the organization, which provides a free, three-week program to teach women basic skills to continue their education or get a job, including computer, math, interview and leadership skills, and more. They also provide basic health services, place participants in an internship and offer cultural events, among other support.
“Almost 700 women have graduated from our three-week residential program. A recent survey of the Kentucky grads indicated 79 percent are employed, in school, or both,” wrote Stephenson in her winning entry.
Voting in the Win & Do Good contest is open to the public. online. Voting is open until Nov. 18, and you can vote as often as once a day.
You may also participate in the Win & Do Good volunteer match game for a chance to win two $25 gift cards – one for yourself and one for your charity of choice. See the official rules and online.
“This contest highlights just how many dedicated volunteers across the country – and right here in Kentucky – are finding meaningful ways to help their communities. We are proud to be in a position to recognize and reward their incredible work, and hope you’ll take a few minutes to check out all of the finalists’ stories and vote for the one that moves you most,” said Jim Kimbrough, AARP Kentucky State President.
Read about all the outstanding volunteers, get inspired and be sure to vote today.
Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures