Opinion: Service is Memphis’ superpower and MLK Day is our annual reminder to use it
Caroline Norris
Caroline Norris is president and CEO of Volunteer Odyssey, a Memphis nonprofit 501(c)3 that recruits volunteers and supports nonprofit partners with volunteer management.
“In Memphis, service isn’t something we outsource. We see our neighbors as assets, not problems to be solved. We are partners in progress.”
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