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Citizen Honors – Charles “Charlie” Austin, 2021 Youth Service Award
Posted In: Video Library | July 19, 2021
Charles "Charlie" Austin was chosen for his selfless service for donating time and money to help fund and develop The Warrior Program, a virtual training program for Special Olympics Maine (SOME). As Charlie grappled with living with cardiac limitations, he was determined to stay in the world of sports and immersed himself in helping athletes of Special Olympics Maine (SOME).