Students build dreams through welding class

Students build dreams through welding class

Magnolia Bates is building her dream for a better future with a welder’s torch. She is one of about 15 students earning a certificate in welding through a partnership between Community Renewal’s Adult Renewal Academy and Northwest Louisiana Technical College. Red Ball...
Ground is broken for new Highland Friendship House

Ground is broken for new Highland Friendship House

Nine-year-old Landen Legrand couldn’t stop smiling at this summer’s groundbreaking for a new Community Renewal Friendship House. “This is exciting for us and for Mrs. Sandra,” he said. “I like it here. I feel happy here.” The new...

Hilman House Dedicates Property to CRI

On Saturday, July 25, the Hilman House, along with surrounding grounds was donated to Community Renewal International during an official ceremony. The Hilman House was named in honor of Dr. Bettina Hilman, Shreveport Cystic Fibrosis specialist. When Shreveport became...
CRI Partners with Area Universities to Develop Curriculum

CRI Partners with Area Universities to Develop Curriculum

CRI Partners with area universities to develop curriculum Throughout the week of May 11, 2015, Community Renewal International (CRI) and its Center for Community Renewal (CCR) were joined by Valentin Miafo-Donfack, Director of International Relations for CRI and Jean...
Meet Our Founder, Mack McCarter

Meet Our Founder, Mack McCarter

Mack McCarter Founder of Community Renewal International Mack McCarter is founder and coordinator of Community Renewal International. A native of Shreveport, La., Mack holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in religion from Texas Christian University and a Master of Divinity...