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Honored

Eileen G Fritz, right, is presented the Founder’s Spirit Award by Jane Rider. Courtesy photo.

 

 

POMFRET — The Windham County 4-H Foundation recently honored a 20-year volunteer, Eileen G. Fritz, with the Founders’ Spirit Award 

Foundation President Jane Rider presented the award which honored Fritz’s unflagging dedication to make a difference through her volunteer efforts.  She has served as Ways and Means chair, vice president and Secretary of the Foundation.  She has also been the foundation grant writer enabling the foundation to provide tens of thousands of dollars in camperships to children who would not have come to the camp without financial aid.  As Ways and Means Chair she “raised the bar” on the variety and quality of offerings for the annual auction enough to triple the expected proceeds over the years.  Even before the capital Campaign began for the lodge, she had taken the responsibility to raise over $300,000 to benefit the camp and local youth, said Rider. Fritz is stepping back this year to be an associate member and letting those she has mentored carry on her legacy.

This year’s executive Board will be President: Jane Rider, Vice President John Dinsdale, Secretary: Carol Hagen and Treasurer Sandra Ahola. All four officers have had careers in education and many years experience in community volunteerism.