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Barbara Hansen, a former VITA volunteer, tutor, and board member, died on January 22, 2011. Barbara tutored VITA students from 1986 until 2000 and received the Outstanding Tutor Award in 1994. Barbara also trained volunteer tutors and spoke on behalf of VITA at community events. In January 1997, Barbara was named United Way of Acadiana's Volunteer of the Month. In 2000, VITA presented Barbara with the Donna Groth Delhomme Memorial Award
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for dedicated service to others and a commitment to literacy.
A native of Minneapolis, MN, Barbara lived in Lafayette since 1963, where she raised her children, worked for South Central Bell, and actively supported musical activities in the community.
VITA wishes to thank those who made contributions to VITA in Barbara's name.
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