Regina R Smithwick, 2023 President Volunteer Service Award Recipient

Name of Organization: 
 
Patricia Ann Morton Foundation Inc.

​Estimate of Number of Volunteer Hours for 2023:   275

Summary of organization’s accomplishments
 
*Provided motivational speaking and "Wring Out Your Sponge" program workshops.

*Donations emergency kits to two safe houses.
 
Year founded::  2023

Describe your agency’s work:
Mission: To offer access to resources and services empowering women to discover and cultivate their God-given purpose.

What motivates you to serve?
 
I enjoy assisting women in discovering their God-given purpose. It's fulfilling to plant a seed and witness its growth. Once you've found your purpose, your foundation is solid, allowing you to build from there.

How has your work touched the lives of youth and others in your community
Our efforts contribute to women envisioning a brighter future. We assist in shedding insecurities, low self-esteem, and fears, while absorbing new processes, mindsets, and belief systems.

Do you have a personal motto or Bible verse that guides your life?
 
Proverbs 3: 5-6

Describe your family: (spouse, children, etc.)
 
I have 3 amazing children Regina, Franklin, and Dillon

What advice would you offer to others wanting to serve?
 
We are here to serve. When you're feeling down or sad, helping others can show you that your life may not be as bad as it seems.