Louise R. Lester Foundation provides $25,000 for POGA

Published 7:08 pm Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Purpose of God Annex Outreach Center would like to acknowledge and thank the Louise R. Lester Foundation Inc. for the approval of Grant funds in the amount of $25,000, for the purpose of supporting Teach a Teen and the Project New Hope programs.

Teach a Teen particpants serve as tutors for students at the Putpose of God Annex, helping with homework and becoming positive role models. The teens in turn have mentors to help them along the way with the students.

Project New Hope helps area residents, many of whom have a criminal record, get back on their feet, learn soft skills and connect with area employers.