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January 15, 2015
Andrea Krieger of United Way of Escambia County and Dede Flounlacker of Manna Food Pantries,were honored Wednesday with the Volunteer Florida Champion of Service Award for their service to the community. Both were quick to give credit to their staff and volunteers.
“The United Way of Escambia County and Manna Food Pantries successfully harness the human capital of volunteers to meet critical needs in Florida,” said Chester Spellman, CEO of Volunteer Florida. “Under the tireless leadership of Andrea Krieger and DeDe Flounlacker, both organizations serve our most vulnerable neighbors in a multitude of ways, and we are grateful for their efforts.”
“I am so honored to have women like Andrea Krieger and DeDe Flounlacker represent our community,” said Rep. Clay Ingram. “These remarkable women have truly shown servant leadership and dedication to those in need, especially following last spring’s devastating floods.”
“I am honored to participate in presenting DeDe Flounlacker and Andrea Kreiger with the Florida Volunteer Champion of Service Award, in recognition of their devotion to serving those in need throughout our community, “said Rep. Mike Hill. “I have the privilege of knowing these two influential women through our support at the Ronald McDonald House over the years. It is through their great leadership at MANNA Food Pantries and the United Way of Escambia County that our neighbors are able to rise through the difficult times and find relief.”
Manna Food Bank and operates food pantries in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, with volunteers providing 100 percent of Mannas client service delivery. Manna’s headquarters and food stock were devastated by the Spring 2014 flooding, but the organization quickly resumed services to ensure that residents in Escambia and Santa Rosa did not go unfed.
The United Way of Escambia County brings together non-profit agencies, businesses, faith-based groups, government, and volunteers to focus on critical community issues. In 2014, the United Way of Escambia County raised $3.2 million dollars for a total impact on the community of over $10 million dollars.
Pictured: Volunteer Florida Champion of Service Award winners Dede Flounlacker of Manna Food Pantries (left) and Andrea Krieger of United Way of Escambia County. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
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