06/05/2026
Why I Give | ICYMI 🥰
“I came home with a full heart, believing that I had served my purpose.”
That's how Ellen Duyck reflected on a recent medical mission to Rus Rus, Honduras, where she helped patients navigate long-standing health concerns.
For Duyck, an advanced practice registered nurse at Marathon Petroleum's Kenai refinery in Alaska, service extends far beyond the workplace.
Every day, Duyck supports employees' health, safety and occupational needs across the site. Beyond the refinery, she uses her vacation time to join medical missions that bring care to people who may go years without seeing a provider.
Her passion for service began at a free clinic in North Carolina and continues through volunteer work, including her recent mission in Honduras.
For Duyck, giving is simple: show up, build trust, respect the community and use your skills to meet real needs.
