Volunteer of the week: Canal Alliance’s Martin Thisner

Residence: San Anselmo

Agency: Canal Alliance is a nonprofit champion that supports hardworking and motivated immigrants and their families to break the cycle of generational poverty by eliminating the barriers to their success.

Quote: “Martin has volunteered with Canal Alliance for three years, teaching English to low-income Latino immigrants so they can feel empowered, supported and motivated to lift barriers to their success,” says Fernando Barreto, community engagement manager. “His passion in helping his students succeed is inspiring and we are grateful for his time and energy.”

To recognize your volunteer, email volunteermarin@cvnl.org