Volunteering provides its own special rewards

Volunteering provides its own special rewards

Julie Lafargue earns her income in the legal field, but she finds her rewards in the mission fields of Shreveport’s inner-city neighborhoods. The longtime local attorney started her partnership with Community Renewal more than 20 years ago with friends at First United...
They made me a better person

They made me a better person

“They made me a better person” Jordan Sewell started his junior year at Southern University this fall and is on track to become the first person in his family to go straight from high school to college graduation. “The Friendship House paved the way for me to go to...
Haven House family shows small acts of caring have a big impact

Haven House family shows small acts of caring have a big impact

Amanda Gouthiere has We Care signs on both sides of her corner house, just to make sure they are visible to everyone who passes by. It’s a reflection of her personality – caring on all sides. “Time and society change – but caring shouldn’t.” – Amanda Gouthiere, Haven...
ARA graduate rises above dark clouds

ARA graduate rises above dark clouds

ARA graduate rises above dark clouds A math test tripped up Maria Shaw on her way to high school graduation. She completed her senior year at Woodlawn High School, but didn’t receive her diploma because she didn’t pass the required math exam. “It was devastating. It...
We Care School builds a culture of caring

We Care School builds a culture of caring

We Care School builds a culture of caring Building a culture of caring into the curriculum is at the forefront of an exciting new partnership that created the first We Care School in Shreveport this year. University Elementary School is emphasizing a We Care approach...