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Norm Handelman, TRA Volunteer Driver since 2017

Norm has been a TRA volunteer driver since 2017 and was awarded the Volunteer Spirit Award by Volunteer NY in 2022…

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Arleen Zuckman, TRA Board Chair Honored

Crain’s New York selected Arleen Zuckerman, TRA Board Chair to receive a 2023 Notable Nonprofit Board Leaders Award. Arleen has

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TRA Volunteer Driver Alan Dindas

When asked about his volunteer commitment TRA volunteer driver Alan Dindas, with over 10 years experience, had a lot to say.

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Celebrate Joe Majsak TRA’s Founders Award Honoree

Join us on August 7, 5:30-7:30pm as we celebrate Joe Majsak, TRA volunteer driver and board member.

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A Rainy but Good Day at the Hispanic American Festival

It was raining! It was pouring! That didn’t stop TRA’s Executive Director, Catherine Wynkoop, and Manager of Volunteer Engagement, Laura Rua Rúa Reidy.

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Volunteer Steve Ocskasy bids farewell to TRA

As a five year volunteer drive Steve Ocskasy has provided 377 medical rides to older adults and/or adults with low vision. TRA staff, volunteers and riders will miss him! And Steve’s not done with being a volunteer driver

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Judy Schmeidler, TRA Rider and Board Member

Judy has been a TRA rider for five years. More recently, in 2022, she joined TRA’s Board of Directors. For Judy, it’s a privilege to be both a registered rider and a board member – she gets to see the organization from different sides. Judy has a vision