Testimonials about Barbara Shaiman
Barbara Shaiman has a passion for young people and for creating meaningful connections between generations. She has a wonderful story to tell about how people can become involved in their communities and help others, while becoming better people themselves. She has created a unique program to engage young people who might otherwise get lost in the system. I can think of no better way, especially at this time in America's history, to reach out to the next generation...Through networking and encouraging others to volunteer, she has created a model for anyone looking for a way to give something back to society.
-Andrea Mitchell, NBC News
Barbara Shaiman is quite simply a pioneer and a social inventor for our times.
-Harris Wofford, former U.S. Senator, Pennsylvania and Chairman, America's Promise
Barbara Shaiman is a dynamo whose energy, drive, and intelligence have made a real difference here in Philadelphia. She has taught young people the value of caring and of giving back.
-Edward S. Rendell, Governor of Pennsylvania
Barbara is a remarkable individual, full of energy, with an unquenchable passion for serving others. Through her leadership, Champions of Caring has become an extraordinary force for positive change in the world.
-Suzanne and Bob Wright
Bob Wright is currently Vice Chairman, General Electric Corporation
Co-Founders, Autism Speaks
Because of Barbara Shaiman, over one thousand teenagers have been recognized for their willingness to avoid the pitfalls of silence and indifference by performing works of charity and mercy for those in need. I commend her for all of her efforts to help young people realize that the call to serve is not an option, but an essential part of living.
-Anthony Cardinal Bevilacqua, former Archbishop of Philadelphia
Barbara's life story, a child of Holocaust survivors, is a wellspring of energy that gave birth and sustains Champions of Caring, one of the most innovative programs targeted to teens in our community.
-Harold S. Goldman, former President, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
Barbara Shaiman is a servant of servants. She knows that service is not make-work; it is enduring; it is done for its own sake. In creating Champions of Caring, Barbara exemplifies those qualities herself. Her life touches the Champions, and they, in turn, touch thousands of others.
-David Hornbeck, former Superintendent, School District of Philadelphia
Barbara is a great inspiration to me. Her example teaches those of us in service how to be effective leaders. I watch her merge students from diverse backgrounds into a dynamic force for social change. It is an honor to be part of her organization.
Helen Eisner, Alumnus, Champions of Caring
Barbara Shaiman is relentless in reaching out to our young people with her plea to not remain silent in the face of injustice - such a beautiful message for our future in this world.
-Mauri McKee, mother of Champion of Caring student
