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Dorothy Richardson Awards for Resident Leadership

2008 Award Winner

Denise Washington
Neighborhood Inc of Battle Creek
Battle Creek, Michigan

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Denise Washington began her relationship with Neighborhood Inc of Battle Creek (NIBC) as a homeowner and went on to complete the “Community Builders” program in 1997. She led the first lighting project in her neighborhood, and has created and facilitated programs for at risk youth, victims of domestic violence and the homeless population. Her roles include serving as NIBC's board secretary, treasurer and executive committee chair through 2006 when she resigned to accept a position as community development coordinator, city of Battle Creek. In this new position, she remains a strong supporter of NIBC and residents' efforts to improve neighborhoods.

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