Hand Raisers and Game Changers: 100 Heroes Week 2
Welcome to week two of 100 Heroes! From community activists implementing projects to help solve hunger and poverty to passionate advocates for those with disabilities, we bring you seven new stories of community Heroes. Start your week off right with these stories of community service that prove the power of one individual raising their hand.
Patrick Sandy
Patrick Sandy has advocated for persons with disabilities his entire life. As CEO of Easterseals Crossroads, he embarks every day on a mission to give persons with disabilities the same opportunities as everyone else. Read his story
Peggy Couch
Today, with a full-time corps of about 25 volunteers, Peggy Couch stocks dedicated trailers with food, clothing and other essentials to deliver to those living on low income and in homeless camps. Read her story
Nancy Silvers Rogers
Collaboration is one of Nancy Silvers Rogers favorite words. It is what has driven her work in Indianapolis since moving here from D.C. in 1992. Read her story
Stephen Smith
In Stephen Smith’s ideal world, food insecurity wouldn’t exist. But in reality, it does, so he’s made it his personal mission to help those in need have access to food in Central Indiana and around the world. Read his story
Ellen Miller
If Dr. Ellen Miller had one wish for the future of the Central Indiana, she would wish for a more unified effort to identify and address ageism and age discrimination. Read her story
Derris Ross
Leaving – and returning – to the Far Eastside Neighborhood in Indianapolis was one of the best decisions Derris Ross ever made. When he returned from college and saw the neighborhood unchanged, he knew it was time to act. Read his story
Theresa Swenson
Theresa Swenson’s life revolved around helping children. She was raised in a community that always put the needs of children first, ingraining a desire early on in her heart to help children. Read her story