Dentist Michael Allen, center holding bell, is “a model of kindness and an asset to his community,” Deborah Schneider-Richardson, the woman who nominated him, wrote.

What: Ben’s Bells promotes kindness and community involvement. Each week a person who makes Tucson better is “belled.”

Last week’s recipient: Dentist Michael Allen.

Nominated by: Deborah Schneider-Richardson.

Why: For generously helping others. Allen goes weekly to Nogales to provide free dental care to those in need, Schneider-Richardson wrote in her nomination letter. He also provided free care to one of Schneider-Richardson’s students who had serious dental issues. “Dr. Allen is a model of kindness and an asset to his community,” she wrote in her letter.

More info and to nominate someone: Go to bensbells.org/BellingForm to submit a name. Go to bensbells.org or call 628-2829 for more information.


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