‘Driven’ with Compassion: Giving Rides Fosters Meaningful Connections

Mary Durante is accustomed to helping others. In addition to raising five children, she worked as both a paramedic and high school special education teacher. She filled her time with volunteer work for the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and office within her church. She also served as the caretaker for many friends and family members who’d fallen ill, helping them in their most vulnerable moments.