The atmosphere was festive with Christmas trees and decorations as FUSION (Friends United to Shelter the Indigent, Oppressed and Needy) recently honored all its volunteers with a dinner at the organization’s own FUSION Decor Boutique. Those attending were entertained with Christmas music sung by “Crescendo,” a local vocal ensemble.

Volunteers of the Year – Skip Swanson, Sandy Linderman and Kristen Jacka – were recognized by President Bob Wroblewski, founder Peggy LaPorte and volunteer coordinator Paula Freeman.

Swanson and Linderman serve on the housing transition team as storage managers, and Skip is a driver for FUSION Décor Boutique for furniture pick-up. Jacka volunteers as the manager of FUSION Décor Boutique. Wroblewski also presented the 2015 President’s Award to Ralph Horner who has served multiple years as the board treasurer.

FUSION is an all-volunteer non-profit and depends on the generosity, dedication and skills of its more than 150 volunteers. Volunteers help to provide housing and services to 17 homeless families.

For more information, visit www.fusionfederalway.org and www.fusiondecorboutique.com.