is the Executive Director of Clinicas de Salud del Pueblo. Clinicas is comprised of 11 health clinics, 4 dental clinics and three WIC offices and employs over 400 individuals. As Director of the Clinicas, Yvonne epitomizes a strong woman in a leadership role. She is respected and loved by her employees who describe her a humble person who leads by exxample. Yvonne's door is always open to the public and her employees. At the encouragement of her mother and daughter, Yvonne went back to school when she was in her 30's and went to receive her MBA in her 40's. Her mom used to tell her, "Yvonne, either you are going to be 30 years old with a degree or a 30 year old with no degree". Yvonne's work and life are a tribute to her family's belief in education. Service has also been a part of Yvonne's life from a very young age. It has impacted her career and educational choices. Yvonne feels very blessed that her profession allows her to serve the community. Yvonne's greatest achievement is her children: Melanie, Ryan and Eric. They have grown up to be happy, healthy, successful caring adults. Kindness is the value that is extremely important to Yvonne. Having empathy and caring for others can be very rewarding. "I hope I will be remembered as being a kind person that made a difference in the lives of others".

is a third-generation Imperial Valley farmer born and raised in El Centro. Don's service has been focused on youth groups such as 4-H and the Boy Scouts. "All of these people in jail, it's a shame," lamented Don during a recent interview, and went on to say youth activities can provide young people with access to leadership and instruction from people who care. Don describes this type of community involvement as preventative medicine for social problems - the antidote to imprisonment. Don is not only a believer in, but a hands-on advocate for a healthy community through promotion of youth activities. Youth Activities thay many would say are short in supply in the Imperial Valley. For Don's unselfish concern for the well-being of Imperial Valley youth and his commitment to the community as a whole, we bestow upon Mr. Brock the Stone of Hope Award.

is 91 years young. She has provided a lifetime of service to the Imperial Valley. Originally from New Orleans, Mrs. Grace came to Imperial County when she was 29. She made her home in Imperial for the last 60 years. (Mrs. Grace admits that when she first came to El Centro she didn't think much of it, but stayed because of work). A New job and a new life have kept her here. Mrs. Grace has truly cut a broad swath of service to the community. She has involved herself in working on everything from the Economic Opportunity Commission (EOC) to serving as an elected union representative. SHe has also served in the Eastern Star Masonic organization, and worked for the homeless and seniors through organizations like the NAACP of Imperial County and various local churches. Humbly, Mrs. Grace says her greatest achievement is her work with seniors. Her only hope is that she may continue to do "what she can for whomever she can" and that others may follow her in that endeavor. Most of all she is grateful to be in the hands of God.

Susan Massey came to the Imperial Valley from Pennsylvania by way of Columbia, where he went to learn Spanish and met her husband. In the 1970's Susan and her husband moved to Mexicali where he was hired as an architect. For a number of years Susan taught ESL, English and Linguistics in both Mexicali and the Imperial Valley. In 1988 She began teaching ESL at Holtville High School. Susan worked for Holtville Unified School District for 18 years, until she retired in 2006. Susan has spent her life as an activist for peace and justice. She was involved in the 2002 Imperial Valley Protest of the Invasion of Iraq; she joined with the Native American Tribes in Southern California protesting the Wind Turbines and the Wind Zero Development. In Holtville School District she helped establish a dual language program that continues to this day. Susan is proud of her activism and work for the community. She believes that it is her duty to leave an example for her children and grandchildren. She is doing that in the Imperial Valley.

Joe Montenegro was born in Brawley and grew up in Coachella. He graduated from Coachella High School, UC Riverside and The University of Southern Illinois. After college Joe began working with Sempra Gas. He has had a long and rewarding career with Sempra in both the United States and Mexico. Joe spent much of his career in the Imperial Valley, before retiring last October. Joe had always believed in contributing the community where he lives. He served on the El Centro Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees for 12 years and was president for two terms; He continues to serve on the Sun Community Federal Credit Union Board of Directors; and since 2003, Joe has served as Trustee and President for the 45th Agricultural District Association (The California Mid-Winter Fair and Fiesta). He has been appointed to the board by three different Governors. Joe's Service to the Imperial Valley is rooted in his belief that the valley is one of community. He works to do what is best for all of the valley. Joe's hope for the future is that in times like these when division seems to be everywhere at the national level, it is more and more important that we come together as a community at the local level, relax and enjoy or diversity and out community

Is a strong woman of faith and practice. As a young child Mrs. Soliz had a spiritual calling, She has been a devoted teacher of catechism for over 40 years at Our Lady of Guadalupe. Certified by the Catholic Church as a Deacon, Miss Soliz provides baptism, holy communion, confirmation and marriage classes. She will be celebrating her 92nd birthday in March. Miss Soliz's service comes from her faith. For 40 years Miss Soliz has provided catechism classes at juvenile hall and the women's prison. Even when Miss Soliz was working in the packing sheds she provided spiritual teaching service, and work in the packing sheds, Miss Soliz worked for 30 years at the Hacienda Restaurant in Imperial She was a crossing guard for the school district. At 91 Miss Soliz is still driving and servicing others!

is a quiet spirit with a "BIG heart". Jessica is a real believer in service to others. She is the founder of Spread the Love charity in El Centro. Spread the Love came out of Jessica's daily commute passing Adams Park in El Centro. Every day she day a need. That need planted a seed that eventually became Spread the Love. Jessica began by taking a few meals to the park six months later she was passing out meals from her car. Someone placed her service on social media and soon she had 7,000 followers. The seed of an idea had matured and the Spread the Love charity, a 100% volunteer organization, was established. Jessica's vision is to spread into many directions; to the homeless, to all of the less fortunate, and to assist those with cancer. She believes community service is very important and feels everyone should serve in some way, especially through organizations that provide help to those inn need. Jessica believes her greatest achievement is having Spread the Love center; a home where people can come to, where they can be warm and enjoy a meal, all in a non-judgmental environment, Jessica's primary concern and objective is to the the Spread the Love center doors open.

grew up on the east side of Imperial in a home full of love. His family was on welfare, they didn't have a car or a television but Randy never felt poor or less empowered. All his life he has been a hard worker and enjoyed work. He sees himself as an emotional person, but in tune with his emotions.. Randy believes we all make a different on other's lives. One of the people that made a difference in Randy's life was a social worker who simply said, "You are going to college". The rest is history. Randy is the Retail Marketing Manager at Rabobank His family and his life have taught him he has an obligation to help others. He does this by feeding the homeless and coaching little league, basketball, wrestling, pop warner, and soccer. Growing up, sports had a huge influence in Randy. Sports taught him about teamwork, sacrifice, taking responsibility and never quitting. Community engagement is important to Randy. He served on the Private Industry Council, is active in Kiwanis, PAL and United Way. Randy says that his greatest achievement is meeting and marrying his wife Marilyn and being blessed with three wondrful children. Randy Taylor would like to be remembered ad loved, someone who one cares for others and as someone who understands what it truly means to forgive another human being.