She has received many awards, and when honored by the National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Club, Mary was asked about her aims and objectives. Her response: "To bring about the spirit of cooperation among business and professional women, to extend opportunities through education, and elevate standards for women in business. This is what Mary Vaughn is all about...helping, supporting, and encouraging.

Women's International Center is proud to present the 1992 Volunteer of the Year Award to our own Mary Vaughn. She is a woman of extraordinary dedication, compassion, commitment, and faith. She gives of her time and resources with sincere and heartfelt generosity. All those whose lives she touches are better for it. We are truly thankful she has touched ours.

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