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This project helped bring a once operational grist mill back to life. This now serves as an added tourist attraction and educational tool. Those visiting now will have the chance to experience the power of water, learn about simple machines, and see how corn is transformed into corn meal. Read more...
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Provided fresh produce to 468 homebound clients. 41.7% of all CASA clients have an income that falls at or below the 100% poverty level of the U.S. National Poverty Line. This represents an average monthly income of $1,005 ($12,060 annually), while the national average monthly social security income in 2015 was $16,101 ($1,342 monthly). With limited financial resources and family Read more...
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With the addition of the large screen tv to the classroom more students are actively engaged in the lessons being taught because the instructor can use a variety of technology. The screen also makes it easier for students to see and follow along with the lesson. The second part of the grant was used to purchase a variety of tools Read more...
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Repairing the erosion ditches made a big difference in the aesthetics and the environmental impact of the camp. In that the soil is not washing into the creeks now. Read more...
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Thus far, the project has brought together various churches in our community, as well as other community volunteers and civic groups who pitched in to help. The community gardens area has added a great space for students to learn about gardening, as well as give back to the community. We are looking forward to the spring as we will finish Read more...
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This summer, while many kids were celebrating being out of school, 10 students participated in an Educational Camp at Big Springs Ecological Site near Lake Guntersville. Bunking in a cabin, getting up at 6 AM, in class by 8 AM, and often working until 7 PM each day, they enjoyed an educational opportunity of a lifetime. World class education sessions Read more...
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The Bat conservation project made a difference in our community by helping 12 high school students use hand and power tool skills learned in their Agriculture Class. By building 2 and 3 chambered bat houses, students learned the importance of how bats can affect our environment as it relates to agriculture and plants grown by the students. With three months Read more...
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This project allowed us to meet the American Disabilities Act and made the surroundings much more accessible for those with physical limitations, such as walkers and wheelchairs. The total area has been leveled, filled in, paved, and designated parking for handicapped persons is now available. There is a concrete walk for them to travel on up to the concession stand/restroom Read more...
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The grant for the disc golf course for the City of Arab has had a tremendous impact for the families and the youth of our City. Not everyone was in support of having the course and didn’t understood even what a disc golf was. Wow! They have been pleasantly surprised and vastly supportive of the course. Families and youth groups Read more...
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Because our school has recently been split from Tanner High School, a new entrance to the elementary school was created. However, at that entrance, there was no flag pole, no landscaping of any kind, and no signage. We were able to get a sign donated by our partner in education, and able to purchase the flagpole and landscaping via the Read more...
