Browsing articles from "August, 2011"

Food Drive Success!

Aug 25, 2011 // by Julio // Benevolence, Events // No Comments

Thank you to our wonderful volunteers and for all your donations. We were able to collect over 60 boxes or 2000 plus pounds of food for our community. Again THANK YOU!

For more information about ways to connect with our community of North Richmond please contact Julio Ayuso. Thank you!

Attack Poverty & SwipeGood Partnering for Change

Aug 25, 2011 // by richardl@riverpointe.org // Uncategorized // No Comments

Imagine taking the simple act of everyday purchases and turning it into an act of giving? Attack Poverty has partnered with SwipeGood, the company that maximizes your loose change for charity. To get started, all you have to do is go to our page on Swipegood and sign up your credit or debit card.

SwipeGood rounds up your purchases to the next dollar, and lets you donate the change to Attack Poverty. How good will it feel to go about your every day shopping knowing that each purchase you make helps to bring after school programs, jobs training and home repairs to people in North Richmond?

Learn more, enroll your credit or debit card today with SwipeGood and change the world around you, one purchase at a time.

Learn more about Attack Poverty.

Introducing Attack Poverty

Aug 23, 2011 // by richardl@riverpointe.org // Uncategorized // No Comments

Friends of North Richmond has become an initiative under the direction of Attack Poverty, a new non-profit founded by Richard Logan. We are so excited about the growth of our ministry and the start of Attack Poverty. This sets the stage for continued growth of our current initiatives in North Richmond and Uganda, involvement of additional churches and organizations, and launching new “Friends” initiatives in the future!

Our vision is to empower people to attack poverty in their lives and community. We want to give people access to tools and resources that empower them to break the chains of generational poverty. It’s about a hand up rather than a hand out, and it’s about development rather than relief.

Get to know Attack Poverty better here at our website and please follow us on Twitter @AttackPoverty Here you will find news about poverty, our work in North Richmond as well as Uganda!

For questions please contact Richard Logan

School Supply Success!

Aug 15, 2011 // by Becky Watts // Uncategorized // No Comments

Thank you for your generous donations of school supplies, back packs, socks and undergarments you provided. The Friends of North Richmond trailer delivered 66 boxes filled with over 4000 items that will be distributed to families in need. Common Threads,a LCISD Assistance program provides clothing and supplies to families in the district which includes our families and friends at Pink and Sequin Elementary. To learn more about serving in the Friends of North Richmond, contact Julio Ayuso or Becky Watts at 281.277.6767.

Thanks for all the supplies!

Make a difference – Become a mentor!

Aug 1, 2011 // by Becky Watts // Uncategorized // No Comments

Being a mentor can be one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. There are several opportunities to suit everyone’s needs and busy schedule including plans for a new Afterschool program.

What is mentoring?
Mentors are caring adults who are committed, responsible and have a sincere interest in the success of our North Richmond youth. Training and monthly mentor fellowships are offered throughout the school year.

Why should I mentor?
It’s the best way to “SHOW UP” for someone! Having supportive relationships with other adults help young people grow up healthy, caring and responsible.

What is the time commitment?
Usually 1-1 1/2 hours per week, which includes travel time.

How do I get started?
Contact Becky Watts by email or at 281.277.6767 ext 228 for more information. A Background Check is required. Go to the Lamar Consolidated website and click on the “start making a difference” to get that started.