This past week, the West Seattle Blog, Southwest District Council and Delridge District Council held their first-ever West Seattle Volunteer Recognition.  Among the recipients were Tim and Carol Winston, members of the Community Group I lead.

The Winstons were honored together for their tireless work on behalf of West Seattle Hi-Yu, and Cindi Barker swore it was just a coincidence the announcement came during a Hi-Yu event. Here’s the excerpt she read from the nomination for them:

Tim and Carol have been instrumental in the revitalization of WS Hi-Yu over the last two years. They both came back to fulfill key roles in the organization when the presidency role became vacant mid-year in 2007. Tim stepped in to be president and his wife Carol stepped in to chair major key committees – membership, souvenir booklet, and Senior Court Coordinator. Both have provided insight and assistance to other areas as well. Tim is currently very focused at generating revenue to purchase a Float Trailer for the award-winning float. With this trailer, the float can continue to survive the long distance journeys to other Community festivals where Hi-Yu proudly represents West Seattle. West Seattle Hi-Yu has the last Seattle community float, an honor we are very proud of. Without Tim and Carol and the dedication they have brought to Hi-Yu over the past years, many events could have disappeared. The wonderful, & beneficial Scholarship Program for the Hi-Yu court young ladies could have gone by the wayside. The float could possibly have become a ‘treasure spot for parts’ on Ebay, Tim and Carol are truly “Outstanding Community Volunteers.”

Photo and excerpt: West Seattle Blog

Thanks Tim and Carol for taking your Gospel Mission seriously!  It is encouraging to see our members getting involved in our city, engaging culture in a meaningful way, and then having them recognized for their efforts.

Have questions about Hi-Yu or how you can get involved?  Check out www.hiyu.com