“This is a community light house.” - Meet Cierra

In  the Camp Restore neighborhood, families need a place that feels safe, warm, and consistent. When you support our Literacy and Life skills program, you aren't just buying books—you are connecting children with the kind of patient, energetic love that changes lives. Cierra, a mother in our community, shares how your generosity provides her family with both educational tools and the 'love of grandmothers' her children will remember forever.

“The community Literacy program has been very, very impactful for the reading development of my children and for me as a parent. It has given me many tools to help teach my children better at home. The Hard Court Hitters tutors always have the energetic love of grandmothers so my children get to experience love and care from many grandmothers at the same time! What a blessing that is, one they will forever remember, the gentle teachings and care. The HCH tutors treat all the children of high importance and are always happy to see the kids. 

Camp Restore is a beautiful program. It's been a blessing for my family. CRD brings good people together young and old, even children, to experience food, prayer, a word of God and a loving camp experience. Needs are even met if brought to someone’s attention, food, clothing ect. This is a community light house! I enjoy all the togetherness.” 

From gentle teachings to shared meals and prayer, your gift provides the light Cierra calls our 'community lighthouse.' Please consider donating today to fuel the love, hope, and connection that welcomes the next Detroit family in need.

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*Impact stories have been lightly edited for clarity and/or length while preserving the original voice and message