The tragic death of a local teen spurred postal worker Arthur Lathan in the mid 1990s to use his own funds to create a community center for youth in this rural, underprivileged area of northwest Louisiana. Youth in the area began using the building as an after-school center, and Lathan solicited used encyclopedias, computers and other learning resources. In 1999, the center became part of a state-sponsored prevention program and offers year-round educational and recreational programs, including tutoring, computers, tobacco-cessation education, lessons in life skills, arts support and sports activities. Participating students have reported better grades, improved school attendance and fewer behavioral problems. Despite the demands of overseeing the center, Lathan continued to work full-time at the Postal Service.

Campbell, of Arcadia, is rural community organizer for the Domestic Abuse Resistance Team in Bienville Parish. DART provides a safe environment for children who have experienced or witnessed physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse. Campbell was also nominated in 2004.

A resident of Arcadia, Campbell is rural community organizer for the Domestic Abuse Resistance Team in Bienville Parish. DART provides a safe environment for children who have experienced or witnessed physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse. Campbell was also nominated in 2003.

Curtis has been involved in some two dozen volunteer groups and activities in Arcadia, many benefiting children, such as the Girl Scouts and Youth Justice.