Anderson named top chamber volunteer

SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce honored Michelle Anderson, family nurse practitioner and founding owner of Pend Oreille Health Care, as October’s Volunteer of the Month for her service to the community at the 2012 Economic Summit. Her volunteerism shines very bright with the various positions she holds around town and the Chamber is very fortunate to have her as an active member.

Michelle has been the medical coordinator for the Sandpoint Scenic Half Marathon since its start in 2009 with primary responsibility for the aid stations.

In this capacity, she organized all the medical supplies as well as recruited and coordinated the medical volunteers to ensure the safety of the runners and volunteers.

When asked why she chooses to volunteer her time so generously, Anderson said the reason was simple: She believes in the causes and is enjoys helping others.

“My biggest reason for volunteering with these organizations and committees is that I believe strongly in what they do and am happy to be part of their team. Nothing ever gets done with one person solely, it is the group that makes the events or organizations happen.”

Anderson’s other volunteer activities include: restarting the Health and Safety committee and acting as either chair or co-chair for three years and serving on the Community Cancer Service board of directors.