The Midtown Press Article: 2023 Pine Hills Global Earth Day Community Clean Up
By Kassandra M. Santiago
On April 22, 2023, The Pine Hills Community Council (in partnership with local community organizations) gathered over 70 volunteers at Barnett Park. The mission of the day was simple: To clean up Barnett Park and to do it together.
The 2023 Global Earth Day Community Clean Up and Family Fun Day, where youth volunteers, families, church leaders, and other excellent organizations were given the opportunity to have fun while making a difference. This event brought together energetic and motivated volunteers who were eager to help keep their environment clean and healthy. Global Earth Day is a perfect example of a positive initiative that not only benefits the community but also empowers everyone to roll up their sleeves and do their part. Their energy and enthusiasm were contagious, and it was clear that they took great pride in their work.
The groups behind this event did an outstanding job of organizing the day and providing the necessary tools and resources to make it a success. The volunteers were given gloves, trash bags, and cleaning supplies and were then divided into teams to tackle different areas of the park. The experience also provided valuable life lessons for the young volunteers from the Future Leaders United After-School Enrichment & Mentoring Program. They learned the importance of working together towards a common goal, the value of community service, and the impact that small actions can have on a larger scale. It was heartening to see young people taking an active role in making their community a better place and an opportunity for them to see a great example of what can be achieved when a community comes together for a common goal. They also gained valuable team-building skills and learned the satisfaction that comes from giving back to the community.
If you would like to learn more about the organization or get involved in future efforts, you can visit their website at www.pinehills.info