Submitted by Carrie Ilijevich, PWSA | USA Marketing & Communications Director If you’ve been to a PWSA | USA event in the last few years, there’s a good chance you’ve seen (and maybe even posed in front of) something incredible that Melissa Rivas created. Melissa is not only an amazing mom to 7-year-old Sofia, who...
Category: Volunteer Spotlight
Volunteer Spotlight: Pillar of Strength, Support, and Hope
submitted by Stacy Ward Sybil Cohen has been a dedicated volunteer for PWSA | USA for many years, serving in numerous vital roles including chapter leader, board member, and parent mentor. Her unwavering commitment was especially evident at the recent United in Hope Conference, where she volunteered at the registration and check-in desk for the...
Volunteer Spotlight: The Spirit of Compassion and Community Behind-the-Scenes
submitted by Stacy Ward This spotlight is in recognition of Diane Larsen, mom to Carrie Ilijevich (Director of Marketing/Communications at PWSA | USA.) Diane has volunteered countless hours for PWSA | USA’s convention in 2023 and the most recent United In Hope International PWS Conference. Although Diane has no personal connection to the Prader-Willi syndrome...
Volunteer Spotlight | Leadership and Vision: More Than 20 Years of Service
Submitted by Stacy Ward Michelle Torbert, mom to Leslie, living with PWS, has been a dedicated volunteer with PWSA | USA for more than 20 years. She has led the Florida Chapter, served as a Board of Directors member, and held the position of Board Chair for several years. If there’s a committee or workgroup,...