‘Pride, Spirit, Volunteerism’: Parade grand marshal aims to serve others

Matt Lawyer got his introduction to volunteering through a mentoring program in middle school.

Lawyer’s mentor called on him for projects such as building a playground at Gilbert House Children’s Museum and delivering food for a Meals on Wheels program. Finding an interest in community service, he began building what is now a long list of volunteer experiences across Salem, Keizer and elsewhere.

Now, that resume of volunteer work has resulted in his selection as…