In Alexandria They Don’t Just Say They Care--They Show It!
Posted by David Zadareky on Thursday, May 12th, 2011 at 9:28pm.
The people of Alexandria, VA once again rolled up their sleeves and opened their wallets to assist not just the people in need but also the organizations that are committed to helping them. They don’t just say they care. In Alexandria they show it!
For the past four years, the Spring for Alexandria event has been held over an extended weekend. It takes the loving openness of volunteers to give back to the community. That giving spirit is in full bloom through the fall and winter holidays, but Spring for Alexandria helps that spirit of giving to continue into the months of need for so many organizations that rely on the open-heartedness of others.
The Carpenter Center was awash with over 40,000 cans of food burdening their shelves over the holidays, but what about the rest of the year? The food does not last forever but the need goes on. That is where Spring for Alexandria has stepped in, reminding the community that help is needed through the seasons. Organizations are seeing the volunteering efforts during this extended weekend event manifest into community service in all sorts of forms and fashions. Something as easy as a bit of landscaping was a real help for the funds of Del Ray’s Friends of Guest House. Painting the offices for the Carpenter’s Shelter frees up money to help the homeless that would have gone to renovations. The even simpler task of folding clothes is a way to help out at the Center for Alexandria Children. All are welcome contributions.
The homeless and struggling don’t disappear when the pages on the calendar are changed. Here in Alexandria those that volunteer know that their efforts mean no one will be forgotten.
To find out how you can find ways to help or more about this great community click here: http://www.alextimes.com
Find your own place in this loving community at: http://www.saveafewthousand.com/
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