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Article: A 'blessing' to be 'able to give back'.(CITIZEN JOURNALISM: SERVICE)
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- The Washington Times (Washington, DC)
- Article date:
- October 15, 2009
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Byline: Kelsey Knutson, THE WASHINGTON TIMES
Deborah Gandy's passion for community service goes deep into her early childhood. Ms. Gandy would follow her mother, Juanita Groomes, as she volunteered through the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Greensboro, N.C.
My mom was a remarkable woman, Ms. Gandy said as she recalled some of her fondest memories. She was the most unselfish, kind individual, and she strongly believed in giving back.
Ms. Gandy, 54, has carried the fire of civic service through her life as she has continued in her mother's footsteps, serving others. She is chairwoman of the board of directors of the Washington Area Women's ...