Teresa Loving
Teresa Loving, founder of SOAR Academy, is the 2008 recipient of theMary L. Thomas Award for Civic Leadership and Community Change. Teresa was recognized for her efforts in establishing SOAR Academy, a nonprofit organization serving children with special needs in the greater Spartanburg area. Teresa founded SOAR in response to a…
Mary Ann Deku
2007 Mary L. Thomas Award for Civic Leadership & Community Change Mary Ann Deku, veteran teacher and dedicated community leader is the first recipient of the Mary L. Thomas Award for Civic Leadership and Community Change. Mary Ann Deku has worked for the past 30 years adding value through community volunteerism, while…
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