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Senator
John McCain Presents Presidential Award to Mr. Len Kaine
Senator
John McCain pins the "President's Life Time
Achievement Award for Volunteer Service" on
Len Kaine
, President of the
Golden Rule Society
The award was presented
during the 50th Anniversary of the US Navy's Carrier Combat
Pilot's Association in
Reno
Nevada
(September 2006). Senator McCain was the guest
speaker for over 3,350 attendees at this annual convention.
The Focus is making for a better world.
The
GRS philosophy says it all,
“To
better the lives of others is your life's greatest
reward.”
A commendable aspect to the
GRS business model is that 100% of the funds raised by the organization help children and non-profit beneficiaries. In fact, in the four decades since the
GRS began more than one million lives are estimated to have been touched and improved by the very generous outreach programs offered by the
GRS.
About the President of the
GRS.
During the Vietnam War both
Senator McCain and Mr. Kaine were Navy pilots flying combat
missions over
North Vietnam
. Kaine is a
retired Navy Captain with over 100 combat missions.
He has two Distinguished Flying Crosses, seven combat
Air Medals plus a number other Navy awards to his credit.
During his second career, as
an airline pilot, Kaine founded and took the helm of the GRS
in 1972. His
first major fund-raising program substantially benefited
POW/MIA families. Kaine
has been at the epicenter of many highly successful programs
and activities benefiting children in all 50 States and 15 other countries. His
exuberance, innovation, and hard work have not gone
unnoticed:
1.
Kaine's 2003 Nobel Peace Prize nomination
was submitted by
California
's State Assembly Leader.
2. President's
2005 Volunteer Service Award; Gold Medal and
Citation for his charity work—2005
3. The
U. S.
Department of Veteran Affairs awarded him the 2010
Veteran of the Year for the Golden Rule Society. It
was one of eight awards from two Congressmen, a State
Assemblywoman and four other Veterans Groups—2010
4. Selected
as a motivational speaker for weekday radio broadcasts
to the
USA
and 191 other countries teaching the philosophy of the Golden
Rule Society and helping to make it a better
world--- 2011
5. As
its president, Golden Rule Society was named the
'USA Charity of Choice’ to tell citizens of the
American Hero Card which benefits our Troops,
Veterans and their families---2010
6. Community
Spirit Award from International Committee of Kiwanis
International—2003
7. Placed on
the National Roll of Honor in
Washington
,
DC
—2002
8. The US
Commerce Association’s Best of
Coronado
Award for Charitable Institutions ---2009
& 2011
9. "Hero
Award" for his charity work from New Vision,
Inc.—2001
10. Was
a Contender for the "Extra Mile Award"
in
Washington
D.C.
(similar to the Hollywood Walk of Fame)—2005
11. Accolades
and Letters of Commendation from 49 State
Governors---2003
12. Letter
of Commendation from the Under Secretary of Defense
(Director of Youth Activities) ----2002
13. “Thank
You!” certificates from the Chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff and the Chief of Naval Operations—2002
14. Multiple
proclamations from the Mayor of Coronado, CA for Golden
Rule Society Week (Annual 4th of July event)
15. Recognized
by a number of local and national newspaper articles for
Golden Rule Society’s many contributions.
“Since
1972 our Golden Rule Society
has been supporting our Troops, Veterans and
their families.
During these difficult times, we have expanded our
outreach, offering jobs as Independent Representatives
to all Americans who want part time or full time work.
It's
free to all who want or need extra income.
Churches and charities benefit by helping our job
seekers.
And, the program provides our nation’s small and
medium size business owners increased profits through
greater exposure at a reduced cost.”
“Everyone wins”, added Kaine.
A
Proven Approach to Success in Life
GRS
believes
all children should have an opportunity for a successful
life. GRS
vastly improves their opportunities and their chances by
sharing with the children, their parents, and relatives the
wisdom and discipline of history’s most successful people.
GRS is teaching young adults how to
make their hopes and dreams come true. “And,” Kaine
adds, “I guarantee that every child that takes advantage
of our program will be more successful in life!”
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