06/11/2026
For three days we partnered with the youth at Grand View Methodist Church. They distributed more than 10,000 pounds of food to people in need, gave out hundreds of box fans to people worried about staying cool during the summer and assembled and delivered more than 300 cleaning supply bags filled with toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, multipurpose spray and sponges. This same youth group spent a day picking up donated furniture and organizing our furniture warehouse. The following day they delivered beds, couches, dining tables and much more to everyone waiting on our list.
They also spent three days learning about themselves and how just one person can make a difference in someone's life. We asked them to smile, introduce themselves to people they didn't know, ask open ended questions that might lead to additional support for people and listen.
Really listen.
The kind of active listening where your cell phone stays in your pocket, you make eye contact, and you thoughtfully respond to what is being shared. This is where people feel heard; where people feel seen.
We witnessed young women and men realize in the moment their leadership abilities. Frankly, what we witnessed for three days was a reminder that our future is in really good hands.
