FDCDC RECEIVES $1000.00 GRANT FROM WALMART
Pictured L to R: Deitra (Walmart Associate), Wanda (Walmart Asst. Manager), Sharon (Walmart Associate), Tracey (FDCDC), Victoria (Walmart Associate), and Paula (Walmart Associate)
We are thrilled to share the exciting news that Walmart awarded FDCDC a $1,000 Community Grant! This grant reflects Walmart’s (Jacksonville, TX) unwavering commitment to fostering positive change and driving progress within our community. The funds will be used as part of the first phase of Lincoln Park renovations in District 1. FDCDC is extremely grateful for Walmart’s continued support.
About FDCDC
FDCDC has a fundamental belief that poverty cycles can be broken by education, hard work and opportunity. We envision young boys and girls in Jacksonville growing up with dreams of becoming confident and successful citizens in their community. Our belief is if they are given the proper tools, resources and guidance they are more likely to fulfill their destiny.
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Please be reminded that the FDCDC is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and all contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Thank you in advance for your contribution and God Bless you and your family!
LETTER FROM A DONOR, TOM JONES
3 Phase Development of the Lincoln Park area presented by FDCDC Board of Trustee, Dr. Kenya I. Sekoni Etim
Phase 1: Renovate the park
Phase 2: Create a community garden
Phase 3: Build a community center
FDCDC is teaming up with other community leaders interested in improving District 1- the Lincoln Park neighborhood to start Phase 1.
AIMS:
Safer: better lighting, neighborhood watch, better equipment.
Smarter: An intentional playground
helps children develop emotionally and intellectually.
Healthier: Improve balance, strength, mobility of seniors and kids.
Our Fred Douglass Family includes a fine group of people operating as a team with the common objective of keeping the Fred Douglass dream alive and improving the community. All of us play an important part in making this happen.
I am pleased and honored to be part of the Fred Douglass Family, and I am looking forward to all of us working on this important community project together.
Sincerely,
Willie J. Howard