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In May, United Way of Northwest Louisiana hosted their annual Day of Caring, a one-day, community-wide event that connects nearly 700 volunteers with projects at local nonprofits. This year, Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino, Shreveport volunteers partnered with Shreveport Green to improve a community garden, The Urban Farm.

During the volunteer event, team members assisted with setting up new raised beds, weeding existing beds and clearing the grounds at The Urban Farm to create better access for the underserved and elderly community, as well as those with disabilities. At the garden, underserved citizens are encouraged to pick fresh produce such as fruits and vegetables, as well as pick out seeds and propagated plants to inspire the joy of personal gardening. With the help of our volunteers, The Urban Farm is now more accessible than ever before.

“Events such as these help to build a strong sense of pride for our community and our business,” said Michelle Nikl-Jordan, Team Member Relations Manager at Sam’s Town. “Team members that volunteer love to see the fruits of their labors and enjoy the friendships they build.”

Sam’s Town Shreveport volunteers will be returning to The Urban Farm later this month to help paint a 40-foot shipping container. Shreveport Green will then convert the shipping container into an outdoor classroom where local students and interested residents can learn about plants and sustainable gardening, along with healthy cooking and eating habits.

Thank you to our team members for sprucing up the area and continuing to better the communities we call home!

To learn more about the positive impact we are having on our communities across the country, visit www.caringtheboydway.com.