October's Backyard Heroes help Madison youth, show patience with clients

Community Shares, a partner of Madison Commons, recognizes two volunteers each month. The volunteers come from Community Shares' member groups and are selected for their service to the community and to community issues.

(John Urban/Community Shares)

Devon Hamilton, Common Wealth

Devon Hamilton became involved with Common Wealth’s Youth Programs through his work with UW-Madison’s Multi-Cultural Student Coalition.  Devon is deeply engaged with the Madison community, from mapping grassroots initiatives to taking part in the Our Madison Through My Senses project.  Upon graduation, Devon would like to continue to work on projects that use food as a catalyst for community change.

 For more information about Common Wealth or to volunteer, please visit www.cwd.org or call 608.256.3527

(John Urban/Community Shares)

Maria Shank, Tenant Resource Center

Since joining the Tenant Resource Center (TRC) as a volunteer housing counselor, Maria Shank has become known for her incredible patience with difficult cases. Her calm approach to gathering details and background ensure clients’ needs are addressed. She is passionate about the law and helping people use it in their real lives, to solve real problems.

For more information about the Tenant Resource Center, or to volunteer, visitwww.tenantresourcecenter.org or call 608.257.0006 x 5.