Volunteer Expressions of Interest Administration
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| Name | Custom Content | Status | Reviewer | Review Notes | Applied | Updated | |
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| JULIAN MARBUT | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 684-1133 | City/ST/Zip: ARDEN North Carolina 28704 Interests: Background: | Keith Robinette | 11/16/22 | 11/17/22 | ||
| Whitney Swenson | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (508) 686-6518 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28805 Interests: I am a voracious reader with a particular interest in LGBTQ+ fiction and memoir as a way for kids and young adults especially to see themselves represented on the page. I also feel as a parent is it is important for them to read these books to help better understand their children. And frankly, for those not under the LGBTQ+ umbrella Background: I have always been an ally and passionate about LGBTQ+ rights. My 18 yo son recently came out so now I also have a child who is LGBTQ+. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 11/6-initial email sent | 11/04/22 | 11/06/22 |
| Be Gibney | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (585) 217-2686 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28806 Interests: Programs that interest me: Festival /Events, Generation Plus, Oral History, Advocacy, and Community Service Projects Background: I'm a queer married 41-year-old woman. My wife and I have a sweet lil doggo and live in West Asheville. We both used to work in the service industry here in Asheville. Since the pandemic, we both now work from home and are really missing people/community and looking for ways to connect outside of bars. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 10/23-initial email sent as well as text beginning of the week; follow up text sent on 11/7. Be was speaking with Amanda about Oral History and this may be the only interest that she wishes to become involved. | 10/22/22 | 11/15/22 |
| Holly Simms | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 702-5771 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28803 Interests: Writing and editing are my main interest. I don’t know beans about web design though I’m willing to learn. Background: I am a writer and lately, quite a lazy one. My work has been published in many magazines and anthologies. I’ve been the recipient of awards locally and nationally and that concludes the swimsuit portion of the pageant, for I don’t want you thinking that I’m a better writer and editor than I am. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 10/23-sent initial email, but will reach out by phone beginning of the week; follow up text sent 11/7. On 11/12, Holly responded and said she was going to wait until the 1st of next year to begin volunteering. | 10/14/22 | 11/15/22 |
| Lisa DiBernardo | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (717) 471-2824 | City/ST/Zip: Woodstock New York 19248 Interests: I’m a practicing lawyer in Pa for 34 yrs and my wife and I are moving to Asheville end of October. For our LGBTQ + community I run the Name Change program, guiding and shepherding folx through this essential part of their journey to authenticity. Would Lov to learn your area’s reqs and dive in! Will help in any way! Thanks for all you do! Background: Cell number any time! | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 10/23-sent initial email to set up time to talk, will reach out by phone beginning of the week; text message sent 11/7 | 09/23/22 | 11/07/22 |
| Jane Malone | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 220-1170 | City/ST/Zip: Arden North Carolina 28704 Interests: Blue Ridge Pride Festival & Welcoming WNC Procession. Photographer/Videographer Background: I want to photograph during the "Photographers / Videographers SHIFT 2, from 2-7 PM" on 24 September. I am available for 2 hours, between 6-8:00 PM. | Placed | BRPC Admin | Connected to photography team | 08/15/22 | 08/23/22 |
| Melissa Hoskins | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (239) 980-2766 | City/ST/Zip: Fletcher North Carolina 28732 Interests: Events, community service projects Background: As a queer member of Asheville it has been on my heart to become a part of the LGBTQ community in some fashion. I enjoy volunteering with other groups like food connection and transformation village, but desire community here as well. I look forward to the fun and service that I can be a part of. I can be reached in my cell. I usually work 7-5:30, but will call back or respond to emails as promptly as I can. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 8/19-Inital email sent, I will be talking with Melissa on 8/25 | 08/10/22 | 08/22/22 |
| Jennifer Kass-Green | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (336) 529-8126 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28803 Interests: Would be interested in serving on the Board of Directors. Background: At Explore Asheville and in my personal life I'm interested in uplifting and co-creating with the LGBTQ+ community of Asheville and WNC. I can be reached by email or phone. | Placed | Butch Thompson | Met with Jenn. She submitted bio. I sent to BOD for review. Will bring up for vote | 07/19/22 | 08/10/22 |
| Christine La Femina | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 390-1332 | City/ST/Zip: Morganton North Carolina 28655 Interests: Security Background: I am interested in any type of security related role in this years festival. I was supposed to volunteer last year and the year prior but the pandemic caused the events to be cancelled. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 7/18-I spoke with Christine on 5/18/22 and discussed the interest in Pride security. I will reach back out update on any information. Is there someone who needs to talk to her about this? | 07/17/22 | 07/18/22 |
| Amber Addison | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (252) 207-5466 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28806 Interests: Pride Fest Background: Hello! | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 7/16-initial email sent | 07/13/22 | 07/16/22 |
| Mary Clark | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (649) 807-5013 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28805 Interests: Background: | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 6/27-Initial email sent; 7/16-no response yet | 06/26/22 | 07/16/22 |
| Lindsay Murdock | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (240) 566-2122 | City/ST/Zip: Weaverville North Carolina 28787 Interests: I’ve coordinated and volunteered at plenty of different non-profit events including Bozeman Pride, so I’m happy to help at any events. Background: I’m newer to the area and want to find new ways to impact the local community in a positive way. I’ve been volunteering for 16 years in different capacities including serving on boards, fundraising, and event planning, and am happy to help in any way I can. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 6/27-Initial email sent; 7/16-finally got a response and will reach out and set up interview. | 06/25/22 | 07/16/22 |
| Andrew Selking | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (803) 465-1313 | City/ST/Zip: Franklin North Carolina 28734 Interests: I want to be a visible supporter in my small town and participate in events and community service projects. Background: Cell phone is the best way to reach me. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 6/14-Initial email sent; 6/27-no response as of today. I will reach out one more time | 06/13/22 | 06/27/22 |
| Ashley Carr | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (478) 283-8013 | City/ST/Zip: Alexander North Carolina 28701 Interests: Background: Hello! I am the therapist at a men's recovery program here in Asheville. I have a client who is very interested in getting involved volunteering in the LGBTQA+ community. His name is Caden Lucas and his email is clucas2021@gmail.com. Please let him know how he can help out! Thanks so much! | Placed | Keith Robinette | 6/14-Initail email sent:6/16-Caden is very interested in whatever is needed. I will be continuing the conversation with him and what fits with his vision | 06/10/22 | 06/27/22 |
| david krimm | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (270) 945-6308 | City/ST/Zip: asheville North Carolina 28806 Interests: Background: A student, moved here to Asheville a yr ago, email is the best way to reach me. want to meet and volunteer with others in the community. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 5/31/22-contacted by email;6/27-no response as of today | 05/26/22 | 06/27/22 |
| Ron Turner | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (954) 579-0588 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28801 Interests: Oral History Background: This record entered by Tina after talking to Ron. He and his partner of 40 years moved here from Florida. (He is 75) He recently volunteered as a greeter at the YWCA but didn't find it interesting. I described our opportunities. He is especially interested in Oral History. He says that someone will need to help him to understand how to use the technology. | Contacted | A Wray | Application sent to Amanda | 05/13/22 | 05/18/22 |
| Katie Caruso | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (919) 667-5773 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28804 Interests: I am interested in volunteering in whatever capacity I can be of the most help. I am especially excited about opportunities to engage with community events and members and focus on areas including writing and communications. Background: I am hoping to become more involved in the LGBTQIA+ community in western North Carolina and am so excited about the possibility of volunteering with Blue Ridge Pride. I studied biology and religious studies at the University of North Carolina at Asheville, and since graduating, I have worked roles related to conservation and the environment. I also have experience in communications and community organizing. Email is the best way to reach me, and I am available anytime over email. | Placed | Keith Robinette | I spoke with Katie today via email and set up an interview for this Friday 5/20 at 1pm. My conversation with Katie was great. She is excited to become involved with BRP and open to any events that come up outside of her work schedule. She will be a great voluteer. | 04/26/22 | 06/27/22 |
| Athena kinch | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 230-8040 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28806 Interests: Festival /events Background: Email or phone and day or evening is fine. | Placed | Keith Robinette | 5/18/22 Emailed to set up some time for an interview to discuss interests | 04/17/22 | 06/27/22 |
| Lori Miller | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 421-0867 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28808 Interests: I volunteered on the past for volunteer check in. Early in the day is better for me. Background: My daughter came out as trans 5 years ago when she lived in Asheville. I wanted to attend Blue Ridgewell Pride celebration with her but she asked me to stay home. When she moved away I volunteered to help with volunteer check in and gave Free Mom Hugs the rest of the day. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 5/18/22 Reached out by email to see about setting up a time for an interview to discuss interests | 04/16/22 | 05/18/22 |
| Leene Hermann | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (124) 885-5499 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28806 Interests: Background: My main focus is to meet other older lesbians and help out with whatever you need. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | Tina spoke to her. Interested in Generation Plus. Keith following up. 5/23/22-Sent her an email to follow up by setting a time to talk. | 04/13/22 | 05/23/22 |
| Gina Duncan | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (407) 222-2069 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28803 Interests: Programs Background: Reach me anytime. | Placed | Butch Thompson | 1/10/22 Emailed to set up meeting. | 01/07/22 | 02/25/22 |
| Gina Duncan | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (407) 222-2069 | City/ST/Zip: Asheville North Carolina 28803 Interests: Programs Background: Reach me anytime. | Placed | Butch Thompson | Moved back to Florida | 01/07/22 | 05/11/22 |
| Tate Powell | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 405-8790 | City/ST/Zip: Waynesville North Carolina 28786 Interests: I am interested in Oral History, community service projects, and advocacy programs. Background: I am particularly interested in the oral history program because it would be interesting to hear the experiences of LGBTQ+ people in WNC. I feel like our history has been silenced on many fronts and I want to be a part of the revival of these stories. I'm also interested in any community service projects and advocacy programs. The best way to reach me is by email (tatepow@gmail.com) and I am available to correspond at any time. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | 5/18/22 Reached out by email to see about an interview to discuss interests and opportunities. It seems he is very interested with the Oral History Program;6/27-Sent to A Wray for further interview | 11/08/21 | 06/27/22 |
| Meredith Hammond | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (828) 775-8694 | City/ST/Zip: Mars Hill North Carolina 28754 Interests: Background: I work with Social Work Students here at Mars Hill University who are interested in completing their junior and senior field internships within your program and would love the opportunity to speak with you about those programs and students to see if you might be interested in possibly hosting a student in the spring. I can be reached on my cell at 828-775-8694 or my office number at 828-689-1336. | Contacted | Keith Robinette | Butch: 5-11-2022 Never responded to email sent 10/25 sent email requesting time to chat; 5/18/22 Sent out email to try and set up a time to talk. | 09/27/21 | 05/23/22 |
| Joanne Fox | Email hidden; Javascript is required. | Phone: (980) 230-9198 | City/ST/Zip: I grew up in Brick, NJ but just moved to Asheville North Carolina 97215 Interests: I am new to the area so don’t know enough about the needs and programs Background: I am retired from working in a corporate job with experience in accounting, budgeting, planning, purchasing. I also have interest in making art, gardening, cooking, photography. I am a facilitator of an amazing process of self discovery called SoulCollage®️. I would love to share my skills with your organization. | Not Reviewed | karob@blueridgepride.org | Has not responded as of 5/11/22. Reach out 1 more time, interested to see if she would like to discuss Board of Directors opportunitiesEmailed 10-6 asking for time/day to contact and talk on the phone.5/23/22-emailed to see if still interested in volunteering. | 09/21/21 | 05/23/22 |
| Name | Custom Content | Status | Reviewer | Review Notes | Applied | Updated |