Community Corner
Giving Back In Gulfport: Emily Holden
St. Pete High student Emily Holden volunteered her time each week this summer at the library to work towards her goal of receiving the Bright Future's Scholarship for college. She is our Volunteer of the Week!
Name: Emily Holden
Hometown: Bedford, England
Birthday: February
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Title: Volunteer for the Gulfport Public Library, miscellaneous duties
How long have you been volunteering?
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“Half of this summer for my scholarship.”
What encouraged/inspired you to start volunteering?
“I need the credits for my bright future’s scholarship and I like helping out the library.”
What do you like about volunteering?
“I like the people, they are really nice!”
How often do you volunteer?
“Twice a week.”
What keeps you interested in volunteering?
“Receiving my scholarship money for college.”
What do you like about Gulfport?
“Its just a really nice town, and my Grandmother lives in the area.”
How can the public help your organization?
“By volunteering and donating their time, also it would be helpful if people could put the books back in the correct spot on the shelf.”