Hand Raisers and Game Changers: 100 Heroes Week 5
Welcome to another week of stories from our 100 Heroes! This week is all about stories of hope and how reaching out a hand to help others can make incredible change for decades to come. From a doctor whose mission is to serve the homeless -- and does so with an army of more than 200 volunteers -- to a woman who began the first domestic shelter for women in Hendricks County, this week delivers seven more stories about the people making Central Indiana a better place, for everyone. To see all of the stories of United Way’s 100 Heroes, look here.
Gary K. Brackett
When Gary K. Brackett moved back to Indianapolis from Memphis in 2003, he set out to start an LGBTQ parade like Memphis. “I’m not going to fail. I’m going to find people that are going to help me succeed," said Brackett. “The community needed a parade.” Read his story
Lynn Baldwin
For Lynn Baldwin, her passion for community service began in high school through opportunities to volunteer with organizations who served the medical needs of the underprivileged in her community. Read her story
Ron Pearson
Ron Pearson exemplifies what it means to be a servant leader. For more than 35 years, he’s dedicated his time and influence to the community as chair of United Christmas Service. Read his story
Adrianne L. Slash
The daughter of the former deputy mayor of Indianapolis and past president of the Indianapolis Urban League, Adrianne L. Slash saw first-hand the importance of listening to community members and being accountable to them. Read her story
James Trippi
As a young doctor, James Trippi was encouraged to volunteer at a local food pantry in Indianapolis. What he discovered during those pivotal moments changed the course of his professional life forever. Read his story
Sue Hoffeditz
In 1999, Sue Hoffeditz was volunteering at a food pantry when in walked a woman with her two children. Her car was fully loaded with every possession she owned – she had just escaped an abusive relationship and had no safe place to go.Read her story
Dave Moore
For decades, Dave Moore has volunteered for organizations supporting those with disabilities. All it took to get him involved was a little inspiration from his family and one life-changing event. Read his story