Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.
-Martin Luther King Jr.
-Martin Luther King Jr.
V I S I O N S T A T E M E N T:
Connected, compassionate communities
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M I S S I O N S T A T E M E N T:
To create walks and service opportunities
that promote civic engagement and
improve relationships in communities
Connected, compassionate communities
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M I S S I O N S T A T E M E N T:
To create walks and service opportunities
that promote civic engagement and
improve relationships in communities
new in 2021!
Over the past five years, we have walked more than 250 miles, engaged some 350 citizens, served more than 50 nonprofits, and picked up almost 500 bags of roadside trash. Thanks to all who have joined us on our journey. In 2021, we will continue exploring what COMMUNITY means by focusing on four key civic issues - HOUSING, EDUCATION, HEALTH, and THE ENVIRONMENT. We will now host ONE WALK AND ONE SERVICE OPPORTUNITY each quarter, focusing on those four issues, where newcomers, stakeholders, and experts can join to make each activity more meaningful. First up in March, we will build on our longterm partnership with Roof Above, the newly merged Urban Ministry Center and Men's Shelter of Charlotte. Stay tuned here for more details and the forthcoming 2021 calendar. COME JOIN US in the new year with an open heart and mind as we walk and serve TOGETHER!
"Someone once said that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Well, this journey of 100 miles began with a single idea, a simple idea - with profound effects."
-Gail Henderson-Belsito
OUR STORY
Just days after the Charleston church shootings, we found ourselves on a morning walk, troubled by the tragedy, but also profoundly inspired by mercy shown by the slain congregants’ families. To be so filled with grace was such a blessing. So what were we doing to make a positive difference? How could we encourage peace and unity in our community?
We are an open group of residents who invite all to walk or serve with us any time.
Just come with an open mind and heart to walk and serve TOGETHER!
We are an open group of residents who invite all to walk or serve with us any time.
Just come with an open mind and heart to walk and serve TOGETHER!