Volunteers at Skeels-Mathews recognized for donating 5,500 combined hours

Linda Sanders, Sharon Sanders, Deb Burks, Patti Akers, Louise Ottrix and Frank Hairston pose with certificates of appreciation. Photo courtesy of Crystal Shanley

Volunteers at Skeels-Mathews recognized for donating 5,500 combined hours

- Natalie Wolford

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program recognized several Portage County volunteers for their work through the Skeels-Mathews Community Center over the past 3.5 years.

The group has devoted thousands of hours to preparing and delivering meals to seniors in the community, providing after-school mentorship and making handmade items for community members.

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