I want them to go to the next level

I want them to go to the next level

“I want them to go to the next level” Le’Andrea Taylor’s passion for helping youth has taken her from basketball courts to a neighborhood corner – the corner that is home to a Queensborough Friendship House. Raised in nearby Mooringsport, graduating from Northwood...
Sign up today for National Night Out – Oct. 4!

Sign up today for National Night Out – Oct. 4!

Sign up today for National Night Out – Tuesday, October 4! Caring residents throughout the city are signing up for National Night Out – and you can too! Block parties held during the annual event bring neighbors together and help build the type of positive...
My hope is to make a difference in the world

My hope is to make a difference in the world

“My hope is to make a difference in the world” Tierra Thrash found her voice – and the road to college graduation – through Community Renewal. Once a quiet girl who felt a bit unsure about herself, Tierra gained courage and confidence by literally growing up at a...
Work begins on 11th Friendship House in Shreveport-Bossier City area

Work begins on 11th Friendship House in Shreveport-Bossier City area

New Friendship House ready to serve the community Community Renewal is expanding its outreach into the community with the summertime completion of its newest Friendship House – the 11th one in the Shreveport-Bossier City area and the first one in North Shreveport’s...
We know our neighbors have our back

We know our neighbors have our back

“We know our neighbors have our back” Antwan and Tanesha Butler naturally want a safe and caring environment for their three young boys – and they are willing to put in the effort to make it happen. That love for community led them through friends to Community...