2026 Volunteer of the Year

The “Volunteer of the Year” award is given to an individual, group of individuals, or organization that provides extraordinary service on a volunteer basis to an RHF community.

Kelly Linde
Pioneer Manor, Geneva, Nebraska

A Geneva, Indiana native, Kelly began volunteering at Pioneer Manor in 2022 when her brother Brad became a resident. She quickly became a familiar face, always offering help in any way she could and even “accidentally” making extra food so there was always plenty to share. After Brad’s passing in 2024, she continued supporting residents by offering rides, helping with grocery trips, crafting together, and being a kind ear for those without nearby friends or family.

Kelly and her husband raised their two children in the Geneva area, and she has always been the caretaker in her family, stepping in whenever someone is in need.

RHF is pleased to present Kelly Linde with the 2026 Volunteer of the Year Award.

Congratulations to all of our past award recipients!

2025 Volunteer of the Year – Tom Meredith
2024 Volunteer of the Year – Hope’s Point Baptist Church
2023 Volunteer of the Year – Vona Palmer
2020 Volunteer of the Year – Billy Hunter
2019 Volunteer of the Year – Marlene Olsen
2018 Volunteer of the Year – Donna Parris
2017 Volunteer of the Year – Patricia Peterson
2016 Volunteer of the Year – Samire Elhouty
2015 Volunteer of the Year – John Crnkovich
2014 Volunteer of the Year – Roger Robbins
2013 Volunteer of the Year – Cathy Cantey
2012 Volunteer of the Year – Dorothy Sanders
2011 Volunteer of the Year – Anita & Forest Wasson
2010 Volunteer of the Year – Donna Cawthon
2009 Volunteer of the Year – Susie Peña
2008 Volunteer of the Year – Beatrice Flucas
2007 Volunteer of the Year – Winona Balch
2007 Volunteer of the Year – Tom Baumann