Jackson - We Will Go Ministries
Amy Lancaster accepts the award on behalf of We Will Go Ministries.
The Jackson Division honors We Will Go Ministries for making a positive difference in the lives of people in the local community. Among its many services, We Will Go Ministries provides a safe place for neighborhood children to play, get help with homework, and learn life skills that help deter them from joining gangs and resorting to crime.
FBI Director Recognizes Distinguished Community Leaders
In a ceremony at FBI Headquarters on April 15, 2016, Director James B. Comey recognized the recipients of the 2015 Director’s Community Leadership Award. These leaders, selected by their area FBI field office, have demonstrated outstanding contributions to their local communities through service. The FBI is grateful for the work of each of these individuals and organizations on behalf of their communities.
“[This year’s honorees] have done extraordinary good across communities in this country and have made a lasting difference,” said Director Comey. “Thank you for that good, thank you for what you represent, and thank you for inspiring not just the FBI but this entire country.”
Recipients of the 2015 Director’s Community Leadership Award are:
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