Frederick J. Atkins was a beloved Cayuga County volunteer and 30-year Unity House board member. Fred passed away in 2009 at the age of 95, but not before he touched the lives and hearts of many in our community. Fred was an exemplary community servant who gave selflessly of his time and considerable accounting expertise. He worked for 35 years at Columbian Rope Company in Auburn, and then volunteered for numerous organizations after his retirement.

The Frederick J. Atkins Community Service Fund was launched with gifts made to Unity House upon Fred’s passing in March 2009. With donations from the Atkins family and community members, Unity House maintains the fund to provide an annual cash award of $1,000 for the award recipient. Want to support exceptional volunteerism? Donate here.