We Love Our Volunteers!

National Volunteer Week takes place each year in April.  From April 19-25, 2026, we want to honor and celebrate all of our volunteers who support Goshen Community Care’s mission and allow us to provide some amazing programs and services to our community.  Without YOU there would be no US.  We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you do to support our wonderful organization!  Click here to watch a special dedication to our very special volunteers.

In addition, here are just a few of the special people in our Goshen community who give their time so generously to support our work:

Amy’s enthusiasm at our monthly lunch events does not go unnoticed! She is also a dessert queen, always bringing a special treat for the masses to share. Amy volunteers throughout the town, so make sure to wave ‘hello’ when you see her! Thank you, Amy, for all you have done for Goshen Community Care in 2025 and 2026! Your reassurance and support put us all at ease!

Kim has been a staple at Goshen Community Care since 2023. She became the Secretary at our GCC monthly board meetings last year, taking the minutes and keeping us extremely organized. Kim volunteers her time for a number of organizations in town, so we’re blessed to have her putting in the time with us! You can see her at any and all of our events. Whatever she is up to, she always does it with a lot of effort and a pretty smile. Thanks, Kim!

A dedicated volunteer throughout the Town of Goshen, Patrick has been associated with GCC for years! Not only has he served on the board of directors, Pat gives rides, does dishes, holds the door, sets up tables, puts away chairs, visits with elderly friends, and much MUCH more. Pat has also instilled the greatness of volunteerism in his children and grandchildren. Thanks, Pat, for doing so much for Goshen Community Care and for Goshen in general!

Louise has been a frequent flyer at many of our socials, lunches and gatherings each and every year. She has been helping set up, serve, and break down at our Wednesday box lunch initiative since the onset of the program. Louise may be a quiet voice of strength within the community, but she is volunteering in a BIG way at Goshen Community Care. Thank you so much Louise, for your loyalty and dedication to GCC. 

Jim is a familiar face at Goshen Community Care socials, lunches, and all happenings! He is a frequent ride giver, and always does this with a pleasant disposition! Jim helps a lot of individuals within the community of Goshen, and we have noticed! We appreciate all your dedication and assistance throughout many years! The world, and GCC, is a better place because of you! Thanks, Jim!

A dedicated volunteer throughout the Town of Goshen, Patrick has been associated with GCC for years! Not only has he served on the board of directors, Pat gives rides, does dishes, holds the door, sets up tables, puts away chairs, visits with elderly friends, and much MUCH more. Pat has also instilled the greatness of volunteerism in his children and grandchildren. Thanks, Pat, for doing so much for Goshen Community Care and for Goshen in general! 

A dynamic duo, Sarah and Don are an excellent volunteering team! They have been helping in the kitchen during our lunch events, attending volunteer meetings, and even assisted in our loan closet clean-out day this winter! We LOVE having them as volunteers at GCC… Don is also an excellent supervisor in the kitchen. Thank you, Sarah, and Don! Your kindness does not go unnoticed. 

Darleene has been a board member and volunteer at GCC for many years. She opens her home for events every year, and does it with grace and style. Darleene is always thinking about ways to honor people who are going through a hardship, or individuals who should be celebrated for something extraordinary. Darleene’s thoughtfulness, dedication and beautiful decorating skills (she always makes the Parish Hall beautiful for Light up a Life) are traits we cannot live without! Thank you, Darleene!  

Brandy began her journey with GCC as a set-up helper at monthly lunches, she’s now expanded her reach as a heavily involved board member who not only assists with committee work, but always makes AMAZING gift baskets and desserts for all our fundraisers or events. Brandy has many special skills, but her personality shines when she is assisting those in our community, both young and old. Thank you, Brandy for all you do!

 Bruce is a newer member of our volunteer team at Goshen Community Care, and we are extremely lucky he found us! Bruce has gone above and beyond; giving rides, being a friendly face, and supporting some of our elderly friends in a huge way! Thanks Bruce, keep up the great work and we appreciate you. 

Rita Dziedzic, Erin Reilly, Randy and Pam Carocci, Donna Devanna, Mary Tracy, Lynn Steinmayer, Chris and Betty Cosgrove, Jean Korner, Laura Day, Darlene Krukar, Janice Martin, Rose Demaria, Cathy Nygren, Lynn Perlotto, Josephine Jones, Johanna Kimball, Kit Wright, Alan Kinsella, Donald Sage and American Legion, Jordana Hood, Katheryne Spallone, Janet Hooper, Judi Armstrong, Holly Simpson, Ed Osborne, Helene Andrews, Jan Riley, Jo Raddocchio, Linda Castro, Mary Orlando, Rose Demaria, Pamela Hicks, Marianne & Devin Stilson, Paul Collins, Cindy Barrett, Tony Richards, Robert & Pat Goldberg, Patti Schumacher, Leni Welte, Burt Welte, Martha S. Guidolin, and Mary Ellen Kennavane.

We’d also like to acknowledge Rhonda Gelormino for her amazing Christmas Drive, Sepples Tree Service of Goshen for hanging our holiday lights, Kristen Ore of CHORE Service, Charlene Dutka of Ciesco Catering Services,  Anita from Milk and Honey Grill, Greg from Goshen Wine and Spirits, Cara and Richard Weigold Northern Farm and Flowers, Village Market of Goshen, Kimberly Thorn of Thorncrest Chocolate, Donald Sage & the American Legion, Karen Jax Giarnese, Church of Christ Congregational, and Mark Dalke – Just Tents LLC for supporting our work throughout the year!

Thank you as well to our wonderful team of Board Members who lead our organization and strive each day to help us grow our impact within the community!

To anyone else who has helped our organization over the past 40 years but may not be listed here…we appreciate you!