SPAAR HERO
Recipients
Read about past SPAAR Hero recipients and the work they do in their communities.

LeRoy Bendickson is named SPAAR Hero
Giving back helps build better communities for everyone, and it’s one of the reasons LeRoy Bendickson got involved.
SPAAR Hero Karen Stang believes volunteerism is key to community success
Congratulations, Karen, on being named a SPAAR Hero and for your involvement and contributions to your community.
Tom Bullington named SPAAR Hero for community involvement
Congratulations, Tom, on being named a SPAAR Hero and for your involvement and contributions to your community.
SPAAR Hero Bonnie Carlson Is Invested In Giving Back To Her Community
Realtor® Bonnie Carlson feels the need to “give back” and is this month’s SPAAR Hero.
Marti Estey Is SPAAR Hero
Marti and Ryan are involved in community volunteerism in other ways beyond Bridging. Among them, they started a Foundation in 2021, Reidell-Estey Foundation.
Krista Nelson Is Named SPAAR Hero For Her Work With Hope For Tomorrow
Krista volunteers at Rosemount Middle School although there are a handful of schools that offer Hope for Tomorrow.
Marsha Burgeson Is SPAAR Hero For Her Work With Open Arms
The kitchen is a regular hub of activity at Open Arms in Minneapolis on any given day as volunteers crack eggs, wash lettuce, peel carrots and create baked goods in preparation for another round of deliveries to homes throughout the Twin Cities metro.
Celebrating 5 Years of SPAAR Hero
Throughout its five years, SPAAR Hero has shined a light on many SPAAR members or member teams creating a positive impact in their community.