Civic – Page 9 – Civic Engagement Clearinghouse

Crayola ColorCycle Program

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

The purpose of the Crayola ColorCycle program is to reduce the amount of plastic that that goes into landfills each year. Crayola accepts any brand of plastic markers including: highlighters, Expo markers, Vis-A-Vis and more! The program is currently available to K-12 schools in the contiguous 48 United States (excludes Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico) and some areas in Canada. Crayola hopes to roll out the program to include home schools, daycares and preschools in the future.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

The Boys and Girls Clubs of America is an amazing organization that’s mission is to enable all young people to reach their full potential. This group works with young people to get the ready to be productive members of society by providing them with several resources to help keep them on track in life and in school. They have a vision to support young people in their journey to living a healthy lifestyle and demonstrating good character.

Any Soldier®

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

Any Soldier® is a nonprofit organization that provides a platform for others to show their support to service members overseas, especially for those who don’t normally receive anything. Although the organization was first started as a simple family effort in 2003 to support soldiers in one particular army unit, the organization garnered so much esteem that it received many requests to expand and will now aid any service member. Service members serve as points of contact representing a particular unit and provide information about their unit’s needs and wants. Those desiring to support Any Soldier’s® efforts can view the secure database and select who they want to support and how by choosing to send military boxes/care packages, letters, or through donating directly to the organization.

Airway Heights Parks and Recreation

November 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

The purpose of this organization is to provide fun, wholesome activities for the community to meet recreational interests. To maintain a healthy and safe environment by maintaining parks and public areas. To reach out and meets the needs of all who live in the community.

Adopt a US Soldier

November 19, 2019September 16, 2019 by Nollmeyer, Gustave

The purpose of this non-profit organization is to honor active military personnel and show them their bravery does not go unnoticed when fighting for our country. This organization allows communication between these soldiers who are sacrificing so much across the world and civilians. This is a way for us to thank them personally for all that they do and all they have given up for us to live freely.