2008 Jefferson Awards
Seeking Unsung Heroes And Outstanding Community Volunteers

ESL Jefferson Award Winner: Joni Singer   
Jodi SingerAnyone who knows Joni Singer will tell you she's a fighter. Ann Savastano from the American Cancer Society said, “She's is amazing, I can't even begin to tell you the number of people she has inspired...”
 
ESL Jefferson Award Winner: James Grapenstetter   
James GrapenstetterA lot happens every day at the Seneca Park Zoo. And in ways big and small, a lot of it would never get done if it weren't for James Grapenstetter...
 
ESL Jefferson Award Winner: Dennis Gellasch   
Dennis GellaschThere is a man in the area who could do anything he wants. Spend more time with his family, more time playing bridge, or more time in Florida. Instead, Dennis Gellasch spends hours...
 
ESL Jefferson Award Winner: Jacqueline Brinkley   
There are many people trying to make a difference in the lives of Rochester’s children. One of them is Jacqueline Brinkley who is tireless in her work for kids...
 
ESL Jefferson Award Winner: Anthony Venette   
Most kids get out of their car and walk into the mall or the movies. Anthony Venette walks into a soup kitchen...