Los Angeles, CA|News|
Mel Tilerkeratne Works 'Tirelessly' To Help LA's Unsheltered
He started with one shower truck and now there are 22 with shower programs every day of the year in across LA County.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Community Leaders
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Columbus, OH|Sponsored|
Columbus Chiropractor Is 'A Pillar Of Support For Our Community'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize community leaders and celebrate their contributions. Columbus, meet Dr. Kevin R Sarich!
Dalton, GA|Sponsored|
Dalton Attorney, Historian 'Puts His All In Everything He Does'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize community leaders and celebrate their contributions. Dalton, meet Robert D. Jenkins, Sr.
Dunwoody, GA|Sponsored|
Dunwoody Mayor 'Exudes Positivity' & Puts Community First
Lynn Deutsch gets a shoutout from a constituent for her work in Georgia.
Framingham, MA|News|
Framingham Leader A Boon For Ukrainian And Russian Speaking Population
The programs run by Sasha Grebenyuk have been a boost for native Ukrainian and Russian speakers, says one Patch reader.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Winnetka Bank Leader Is Active Volunteer, Has 'Loving, Caring Spirit'
The president of North Shore Community Bank "makes people feel appreciated wherever she goes," according to the reader who nominated her.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Across Georgia, GA|Sponsored|
Georgia Hero Serves Survivors 'With Love And Professionalism'
Susan Kendrick Schuenemann founded the Piedmont Rape Crisis Center, a nonprofit serving adult survivors of all forms of sexual violence.
East Greenwich, RI|News|
'Author of RI's Crime Victims' Bill of Rights' Recognized As Leader
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Middletown, RI|News|
Will Cronin 'Makes Middletown A Safe, Clean And Healthy Environment'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize our often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
'Animal Advocate': Smithtown Community Leader
Nicole Palmer, who displays kindness to animals and raises chickens, was recognized as a Smithtown community leader by her father.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Bristol-Warren Gym Teacher Recognized As A Community Leader
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize our often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Community Leader's Book Helps Children With Social Anxiety
Lily Palmerino is being recognized as a community leader for her book helping children with social anxiety and other community deeds.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Hempstead Library Director 'Never Fails To Provide Ideas'
Irene Duskiewicz​ is recognized for her commitment to the community.
Jerry Barmash, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Glencoe Rabbi Is 'Go To Guy' When Need Has Presented In Community
Am Shalom Rabbi Steve Lowenstein will "always lend a caring and compassionate ear."
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna's Lydia Russo Helps Community, Food Insecure Residents
Lydia Russo, founder of One Neighborhood Foundation, received multiple nominations for Patch's community leader spotlight in Vienna.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Harrisonburg, VA|News|
Harrisonburg's Steven Faught Helps Care For Cancer Patients
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize outstanding citizens and celebrate their contributions. Harrisonburg, meet Steven Faught!
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Raises Parkinson's Disease Awareness: Palatine Patch Community Leader
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize unsung community leaders like Bob Bansfield.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Community Leader In Vienna Makes Difference At The Shepherd Center
Jayne Young was nominated as a community leader for making a difference through volunteerism at The Shepherd Center.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Patch Community Leader Encourages Others To Help Preserve Nature
Whitney Redding works to preserve the Holmes Run watershed and runs programs to include at-risk kids and immigrant communities.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Oyster Bay, NY|News|
Oyster Bay's Richard La Marca Makes 'Amazing Contributions'
He is recognized for his dedication to his community.
Jerry Barmash, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
'Loyal And Accepting Of All': Des Plaines Patch Community Leader
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize unsung community leaders like Debra Schweider Walusiak.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Lawrenceville, NJ|News|
Lawrence Community Leader Has Done 'Amazing Things For Seniors'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|News|
This Community Leader Fights Food Insecurity In Princeton
Liliana Morenilla serves those who are food insecure through Princeton Mobile Food Pantry.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|News|
Princeton Community Leader Served With Dedication For Over 5 Decades
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|News|
East Brunswick Community Leader Is A 'Force Of Nature'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|News|
East Brunswick Community Leader 'Promotes The Best For All'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Barrington, IL|News|
'Relentless' Barrington Hills Leader Encourages Local Kids
Zein Bertacchi works tirelessly as a Barrington Hills non-profit to inspire local kids to use their talents for the good of the community.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
'Tireless In Her Efforts': Buffalo Grove Patch Community Leader
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize unsung community leaders like Cathy Novak.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
'Inspiration' Melissa Firmes Ray Seen As Lindy Community Leader
Her ability to" effortlessly infuse positivity into the lives of many" is one of many reasons she should be recognized, her nominator says.
Maureen Mullarkey, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Community Leader Is A 'Superhero'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|News|
Far Hills Fire Chief's Dedication To His Community Is Saving Lives
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
Newtown's Mark Gatta Is Always Ready To Help Others: Community Leaders
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate "community leaders" in Pennsylvania, including Newtown.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|News|
Patricia Neill & Katie Dooley Honored For 'Extraordinary Selflessness'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Samantha Helps Hillsborough Make 'Leaps And Bounds' In Female Sports
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Stephen Whalen 'Cares Deeply' In Boston: Community Leaders
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate "community leaders" in Massachusetts, including Boston.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Sharon, MA|News|
Local Boosters Fight Childhood Cancer: MA Community Leaders
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate "community leaders" in Massachusetts, including Sharon.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Milton, MA|News|
Maryana Kravchuk Fundraises With Art: Community Leaders
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate "community leaders" in Massachusetts, including Milton.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Attleboro, MA|News|
State Rep. Major 'Goes Above And Beyond': Community Leader
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate "community leaders" in Massachusetts, including Attleboro.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Belmont, MA|News|
Community Leader: Jeff Hansell Keeps Belmont Informed
Jeff Hansell is the executive director of the Belmont Media Center.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Community Leader 'Puts Others Before Herself'
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate "community leaders" in New Jersey, including West Orange.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
