Pickens, SC – Tuesday, January 26, 2010 - On Tuesday, January 26, 2010, Jennifer Zerlaut was honored for countless hours of service to the community by local Modern Woodmen of America members. Jennifer was honored for giving her time to the American Red Cross of Pickens County to help with events, in the office and assist with local. In addition, Jennifer spends hundreds of hours each month volunteering at Gleaning House Ministries, the Pickens food pantry. In recognition of her efforts, members of Modern Woodmen’s camp 17423 presented Jennifer with a certificate and awarded a $100 grant to the American Red Cross of Pickens County.
Jennifer Zerlaut and Debra Blackston
“Improving the quality of life for our members, their families and their communities is Modern Woodmen’s mission,” says Debra Blackston, local Modern Woodmen camp secretary. “The Hometown Heroes Program helps us acknowledge and thank volunteers across the country for doing just that.”
Sarah Dow with the American Red Cross in Pickens County states that, “we are thrilled that Modern Woodmen of America has chosen to recognize one of our volunteers. Jennifer Zerlaut has been a valuable member of the American Red Cross in Pickens County for years. When I see clients she served from year past, they always ask about Jennifer. Jennifer has touched a lot of lives through her work with the Red Cross and Gleaning House Ministries. She is truly one of our Hometown Heroes.”
