J. D. Luttmer has lived in Richardson since 1978. A doctor of chemistry, he retired after leading research programs for DRS and Texas Instruments. While there, he became involved in the T.I. camera club, which later allowed him to utilize those skills to exercise his love of volunteering through the lens of his camera.

 When J.D. retired, he enrolled and graduated from Richardson’s Citizen Police and Fire Academies, which piqued his interest to volunteer for aid these departments.

 As a graduate of the Citizen Fire Academy in 2017, he became an active member of their alumni volunteer group, the Citizen Fire Academy Alumni Association. He assists with the Fire 1 Rehab unit which supplies much needed cooling beverages and refreshments for Richardson firefighters when battling blazes to help save and protect lives and property. He takes photos of their academy events, funerals, banquets, CFA classes, as well as participating at information booths at various public safety events and the city’s Santa’s Village.

 J.D. began with the RPD Volunteers in Police Service program in 2019. He transports police cars to and from service and prefers to stay behind the lens and behind the scenes capturing volunteers and staff in action during festivals, the annual Citizen Police Academy, and National Night Out. He helps with public events like Wildflower, Cottonwood, Gobble Hobble, DEA Drug Take Back, as well as shooting drills, and the RPD annual safety expo. J.D. has also supported the Dallas Crimes Against Children Conference the last four years.

 Layered with all of this, J.D. has been keeping watch as a patrolman in Richardson’s Crowley Park Crime Watch program since 2011.

 His history with Network of Community Ministries began over seven years ago. J.D. deliveries groceries to seniors and the homebound Monday through Thursday each week through the Seniors’ Net program, even picking deliveries not claimed by other volunteers. “He is the humblest and kindest person I may have ever met,” shares Caroline Christian, Volunteer Program Manager, Network of Community Ministries. “Despite the incredible amount of time and hard work he dedicates to our neighbors, he only ever says, ‘I wish I could do more’ in response to declarations of appreciation from our staff and the people we serve, according to Caroline.

 Furthering the use of his love of volunteering and photography, he and his wife Linda Grigsby, began serving at First United Methodist Church Richardson in the FOCUS photography ministry in 2017, joining others who capture images of Easter Egg hunts, Youth programs, Holiday service weeks, Sports tournaments, guest speakers, Chili cookoff, and Habitat for Humanity projects.

 J.D. positive attitude in life and approach to volunteering is reflected in his motto, “I can do that!”

John Moran embodies the very spirit of a “Real Hero” through his decades-long commitment to serving the Richardson community. With an infectious enthusiasm, a can-do attitude, and a genuine passion for helping others, John has made a lasting impact across numerous organizations. He has a unique ability to recognize where help is needed and steps in—without hesitation—to create meaningful, positive change. He makes every interaction personal and memorable, uplifting those around him.

 John’s service to Friends of the Richardson Library began in 2009 as a board member. He played a pivotal role in modernization, technology implementation and book sale revenue growth. As Co-chair of the reading garden project, he helped develop the project, engage the artist and acquire the bronze Humpy Dumpty statue on display in the garden.

 He joined Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival as a Sponsor Ambassador. In that role, he supports the festival by ensuring an exceptional festival experience for event sponsors and patrons. In 2013, after several years as an Ambassador, John also joined the Executive Steering Committee, serving an extended term covering the COVID pandemic and included two years as committee Chair. He remains actively involved as both an Ambassador and “Wildlifer,” continuing to support one of Richardson’s most beloved events.

 A cornerstone of John’s service is his deep, 18-year involvement with Richardson Rotary Club. He has worked on both international and local projects with the goal of making the world a better place. Hi service incudes multiple board and committee leadership roles for both Richardson Rotary Club and the Richardson Rotary Club Foundation.

 He provides leadership, organizational and logistical support for Richardson Flags, the club’s primary fundraiser, helping to manage the program, deliver flags and raise $75,000 annually.  Revenue helps to provide two, $12,000 college scholarships annually and provides meaningful contributions to a wide range of community service initiatives, youth programs, and partnerships with nonprofits.

 At the Rotary district level, John provides essential organizational, technical and event support as Aide to the Rotary District Governor who provides leadership for 60 clubs and 2,200 members across North Texas. His fundraising support helped raise over $50,000 for The Rotary International Foundation last year.

 For 15 years, John has been a part of the advisory committee for the City of Richardson’s Annual Christmas Parade, supporting sponsorship efforts, hosting and organizing of parade dignitaries and providing parade logistics.

 John’s unwavering dedication, leadership, and servant heart have strengthened Richardson in countless ways. He leads not for recognition, but out of a genuine desire to serve—in doing so, he has become a true Real Hero in every sense.