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Giving Back In Gulfport: Alice Otis

Alice Otis may be a newbie to volunteering, but she is enthusiastic and a huge advocate for the Gulfport Senior Center.

Name: Alice Otis

Hometown: Laurel, Maryland

Birthday: November 26

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Title: Front Desk Volunteer at the

How long have you been volunteering?

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“A couple weeks.”

What encouraged/inspired you to start volunteering?

“I loved the Senior Center and I wanted to give back.”

What do you like about volunteering?

“The people I meet, I just love being around such inspiring people” 

How often do you volunteer?

“Once a week.”

What keeps you interested in volunteering?

“The Senior Center is a wonderful center that helps out many different people who range in age.”

What do you like about Gulfport?

“Its very alive! There is a wonderful closeness about the community.”

How can the public help your organization? 

“By asking how they can help, and being involved in this vibrant community.  They won’t want to stop once they start!”

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