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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2002 Three Native Americans in Minnesota have been recognized for their volunteer service. The Virginia McKnight Binger Awards in Human Service were given to a total of 11 people. They carry a $7,500 award. Recipients include: Ron Schwartz, a member of the Leech Lake Ojibwe Tribe, who leads a weekly support group at the St. Paul American Indian Family Center for fathers; Margaret Smith, a founder of the Upper Midwest American Indian Center, who now spend her time delivering traditional meals to the elderly and diabetic; and Gayle Weigle, a businesswoman who helps homeless Indian youth. Get the Story:
VIRGINIA MCKNIGHT BINGER AWARDS HONOR 11 MINNESOTA VOLUNTEERS ( McKnight Foundation 11/21)
McKnight Award winners (The Minneapolis Star Tribune 11/22)
Ed and Fern Ostberg: A lifetime of commitment (The Minneapolis Star Tribune 11/22) Relevant Links:
McKnight Foundation - http://www.mcknight.org
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