Michelle, Hunter, and Mason Provencher of Northford recently received the Volunteer of the Year Award for 2015 from the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter, which is responsible for Branford, North Branford, and Northford. They received this award because of their diligent volunteer work not only at the shelter, but also at off-site adoption events and fundraisers. In addition, they help to host events, donate much-needed items, network animals, foster animals, and provide adoption counseling and tours to guests at the shelter. By participating as volunteers they help save animals’ lives and in turn give families the opportunity to experience the love and therapy these animals provide.