{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/moulton-announces-honorees-11th-annual-peter-j-gomes-service-award", "Moulton Announces Honorees for the 11th Annual Peter J. Gomes Service Award", "2026-09-24", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "MA", "Seth Moulton", "M001196", "moulton.house.gov", "moulton", "https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases", "scraper", "Honorees from Gloucester, Saugus, Lynn, Amesbury, and Salem will be honored at an awards ceremony on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.\n\nSALEM, MA - Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) has selected five honorees for the 11th annual Peter J. Gomes Service Award. Created in 2016 by Congressman Moulton, the award recognizes the volunteer work and community contributions of constituents across Massachusetts\u2019 6th District.\n\nThe five honorees will be honored at a public awards ceremony on Tuesday, September 29 at 6:00 PM in Salem.\n\nThese five members of our community demonstrate the integrity, compassion, and commitment to community that were characterized by the Congressman\u2019s late mentor, Reverend Professor Peter J. Gomes.\n\nThe late Reverend Professor Gomes was a Christian minister who served for nearly forty years in The Memorial Church of Harvard University. As a preacher, teacher, and leader, he influenced many with his wit and wisdom and, above all, with his commitment to service. Reverend Professor Gomes was Congressman Moulton\u2019s mentor and friend, ultimately inspiring him to serve in the Marines and later to run for Congress. The award honors volunteers who demonstrate a similar level of commitment to service and community.\n\nThis year\u2019s honorees are:\n\nPrataap Patrose - Gloucester, MA\n\nPrataap is the Co-founder and President of the 100 Trees Project, a nonprofit advancing environmental equity in Gloucester, Rockport and across Cape Ann. Since 2020, he has spearheaded volunteer-driven tree planting initiatives targeting urban heat islands in public housing, parks, and thoroughfares. Partnering with local municipalities and community groups, Prataap works to transform underserved public spaces into cooler, healthier, and more resilient environments.\n\nLorraine Sanborn - Saugus, MA\n\nLorraine has dedicated herself to teaching English to immigrants and helping them build community. Since 2014, she has volunteered with Catholic Charities Boston's language programs in Salem and Lynn, delivering weekly lessons to nonnative speakers. Through her compassion and commitment, Lorraine creates a welcoming environment that empowers her students with the skills, confidence, and sense of belonging needed to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.\n\nBG (MA)(Ret) Andrea Gayle-Bennett - Lynn, MA\n\nBrigadier General Gayle-Bennett serves as the Adjutant for Lynn-Swampscott Disabled American Veterans Chapter #64, continuing her dedication to veterans across her district following her post-retirement promotion to Brigadier General by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. She connects local veterans with housing, food, and peer support while advocating alongside community leaders. By organizing social events and building reliable support networks, she works to reduce isolation and enhance the quality of life for disabled veterans.\n\nJo Hamel - Amesbury, MA\n\nJo founded Caiden\u2019s Crusaders in honor of her grandson to support families facing childhood cancer across the 6th District. The volunteer-run nonprofit provides direct financial assistance to help families direct their focus to their child's care. Through local raffles and fundraisers, Jo mobilizes a strong community network that ensures no family has to navigate childhood cancer alone.\n\nPam Kentley - Salem, MA\n\nPam serves as Vice President of the Woman\u2019s Friend Society, overseeing Salem's historic Emmerton House to provide affordable housing for working women and students. She actively coordinates events, hosts fundraisers, and supports residents daily to build a strong community of women. Beyond her work with the Society, Pam volunteers with local food banks and cat rescue efforts to improve quality of life across Salem.\n\nAward Ceremony Details:\n\nDate: Tuesday, September 29, 2026\n\nTime: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM\n\nLocation: St. Joseph Hall, Second Floor, 160 Derby Street, Salem, MA 01970\n\nMembers of the public with questions about the Gomes Award should reach out to Sam.Scherkenbach@mail.house.gov\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-25T10:04:52Z", "2026-09-25T10:05:46Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/moulton-announces-honorees-11th-annual-peter-j-gomes-service-award"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 0.9609730914235115, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}