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To recognize the Columbus Dream Center for providing outstanding programs and service to the community
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WHEREAS, The Columbus Dream Center, established in October 2015, is a non-profit faith based organization dedicated to providing hope to low income, homeless and underserved individuals and families in Columbus; and
WHEREAS, The Columbus Dream Center is currently lead by the devoted and passionate Executive Director, Cris Gordon. Their motto is “Find a need and meet it. Find a hurt and heal it;” and
WHEREAS, The Columbus Dream Center is a volunteer driven organization and it takes numerous volunteers to coordinate their programs. Since the beginning of the year, they have trained over 300 new volunteers to serve the needs of the people in the city of Columbus; and
WHEREAS, One of their most eminent programs is known as “Adopt A Block.” Adopt a Block serves the communities of Linden, the Hilltop and Weinland Park. Also, the Columbus Dream Center hosts other events in the city dedicated to bringing communities together by offering a fun and safe environment. This includes a free lunch, activities, and a mobile pantry to help provide necessity items to families. So far this year, the Dream Center has served over 40,000 meals; and
WHEREAS, The Columbus Dream Center has recently began an after school program offering nutritional meals, homework help, tutoring and a fun safe environment; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council does hereby recognize the Columbus Dream Center, for their dedication and service to making Columbus the best city to live, work, and raise a family.