With that in mind;
YEAH 8 Team Hunter donated 59 pounds of onions to Neighbor to Neighbor in May. Participants included Dancing Rabbit, Taylor and Tylor Johnson, Mrs. Charlotte, YEAH 8 staff, including Laura Hildreth.
Read More about Teens and Community Service:
Why Community Service Work is Beneficial for Teens
The Personal Benefits of Teen Volunteering:
Develops an increased sense of social responsibility—a global view of society and a heart for "giving back" and helping others.
Exposes teens to diversity and multiculturalism.
Provides an opportunity to apply academic learning to real human needs.
Builds relationships and "social connectedness" with peers, adults, and activists sharing a cause.
Improves communication and critical thinking skills.
The local Neighbor-to-Neighbor program provides community information, provides information on local charities and non-profits, and it also acts as a referral service/agency for those in need of help. In addition, the center also operates a food pantry for the low-income elderly and those in need of emergency food and groceries. The pantry also provides a free hot meal at noon Monday through Friday.Some of the other resources offered by the Neighbor to Neighbor program include gently used clothing, emergency funds for medicines, rent help, eyeglasses and check-ups, utilities and cooling bill help, and transportation. The program also conducts special holiday programs supplying food and gifts around Christmas and Thanksgiving. The center also provides school supplies for children and teens. Dial 870-534-2883.
