Allison Erath Shipp has been selected as the first “Hub City Hero” for her work with Give Back Jack and Blessing Boxes, according to a news release from the Office of City of Jackson Mayor Scott Conger.
Shipp created Give Back Jack to serve as a bridge between non-profits and the community by providing tangible opportunities for people to donate resources including time, money and supplies. To learn more about this program, visit the Give Back Jackson Facebook page.
During the pandemic, Shipp created Blessing Boxes to help those struggling with food insecurity. Using a network of volunteers, she is able to fill wooden boxes throughout town with food that can be collected by anyone who needs it.
“Allison is an advocate for people in need,” said Mayor Scott Conger. “If she notices an issue in the community, she works toward fixing it. We could use more people like her in Jackson and are lucky to have her.”
“Hub City Heroes” selflessly and steadily give of their time and talent to improve the lives of others in the community. Recognition as a hero is one small way to thank these public servants for their efforts and it gives honorees the opportunity to raise awareness for causes that are important to them.
Criteria
- Committed to improving the quality of life of others in Jackson
- Contributes time to community activities in a volunteer capacity
- Serves as a role model and inspiration to others
- Focuses on growth and well-being of the community we serve
- Empowers and engages others to give back
- Demonstrates integrity, collaboration, innovation and respect
Recipients will be selected monthly and nominations are continuous. To nominate a hero, visit jacksontn.gov. Candidates must be a resident of Jackson, Tennessee
After a year of heroes have been recognized, one hero will be selected and awarded $1,000 to donate to a non-profit of their choice. For more information, visit jacksontn.gov.