Charity Coalition to Honor Nonprofits and Volunteers for National Volunteer Month

Clearwater, FL, March 17, 2016 (Newswire.com) - The Charity Coalition will host a special dinner April 20 in celebration of National Volunteer Month to honor Bay Area nonprofits and their volunteers. The awards ceremony will take place at the historic Fort Harrison, an international religious retreat of the Church of Scientology.

April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month throughout the United States—a time to recognize volunteers for their dedication and contribution to their communities.

"Help is a central concept in the works of humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, and we are proud to host this National Volunteer Month special recognition event to honor those who help—the Bay Area nonprofits and their volunteers."

Jennifer Webb, Community Affairs Director for the Church of Scientology

“Help is a central concept in the works of humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard,” said Jennifer Webb, Community Affairs Director for the Church of Scientology, “and we are proud to host this National Volunteer Month special recognition event to honor those who help—the Bay Area nonprofits and their volunteers.”

Volunteers from participating nonprofit organizations will be awarded for their contribution to the community. Bob Dillinger, Public Defender 6th Judicial Circuit will be keynote speaker and the evening will include dinner and entertainment.

The Church of Scientology established the Charity Coalition in September 2014 and the Church hosts bi-monthly luncheons in the Fort Harrison for like-minded individuals to network and collaborate on community service. Open to all executives, volunteers and board members of nonprofits, the Charity Coalition has hosted over 1,100 members at their events.

Bay area nonprofits are welcome to attend the awards presentation event and are encouraged to enter the names of their most dedicated volunteers to be recognized at the dinner.

About the Church of Scientology:

The Scientology religion was founded by humanitarian and philosopher, L. Ron Hubbard. The first Church of Scientology was formed in the United States in 1954 and has expanded to more than 11,000 churches, missions and affiliated groups, with millions of members in 165 nations. Scientologists are optimistic about life and believe there is hope for a saner world and better civilization, and actively do all they can to help achieve this.  The Church of Scientology regularly engages in many humanitarian programs, such as anti-drug campaigns, human rights campaigns and global education programs.  To learn more, visit www.Scientology.org.

For more information Contact: Pat Harney​ - 727-467-6860​