Helping Heroes

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Heroines Helping Heroes (NAPSA)—Anational program helps people give back to the heroes in their communities. The initiative recently honored Steven Cohen of Gainesville, Fla. In 1996, Cohen began donating his free time to help children with debilitating diseases. Within ae One program honors heroes such as Steven Cohen, who worked to help children in his community. seven years, his local efforts grew into “Friends for Life of America,” a worldwide initiative involving 50,000 college students working with pediatric cancer patients. Recently, Cohen was honored for his efforts by the Volvo for Life Awards, a nationwide search for and celebration of local heroes. Award organizers are now looking for more nominees. Judges will select nine finalists. Three will each receive $50,000 to be donated to the charities of their choice. Six will each receive a $25,000 charitable donation. One winner will receive a new Volvo for the rest of his or her life. To nominate someone, visit www.volvofor lifeawards.com by Jan. 10.