We believe in Second Chances in Houston, TX

We all deserve a second chance in life to be productive members of society. One of the best and most empowering words in the English language is "forgiveness". I deeply enjoy being in real estate and partnering with a company who embraces true culture and community involvement. Keller Williams Realty is now the third largest real estate company in the United States with great awards from JD Power & Associates for customer satisfaction. Even better, we aim for community satisfaction and involvement through agent participation and volunteer work. We believe in giving back where we live and this year we've partnered with the City of Houston to give back in a special way. A sea of red will surround a local mission that believes in second chances on May 13th in the Southwest Houston area.

Keller Williams Realty & City of Houston is proud to announce our Red Day 2010 project this year: Revitalize the Second Chance Refuge (SW Houston @ 14538 Minetta St). They currently house about 30 people that are socially and/or economically challenged including ex-offenders, homeless persons, alcoholics, drug addicts and troubled youths. The refuge provides housing, education, counseling, meals and supportive services such as life skills, job search skills, mentoring and more. Second Chance Refuge has a 90% success rate with many individuals having gone on to become productive citizens of our community.

The Second Chance Refuge building is in need of repair and on May 13th we will do what we can to improve the living situation.

1. Skills Needed: Carpentry, painting, landscaping/gardening, cleaning, wood fence repair, power washing, check-in, servers, etc.
2. Any builders or contractors that might lend their time and/or materials?
3. Would you be willing to donate money for supplies? $5, $10, $20, $50?
4. Would you be able to donate any of the following items? Linens, Hygiene products, toiletries, computer/software equipment, gently used furniture/ TV for living room, gym/exercise equipment, basketball goal.

I am the Co-Chair for the Kitchen remodeling project. The kitchen lacks adequate lighting and venting among other much needed improvements. The existing kitchen cabinetry needs a lot of work. The space is not conducive to the level of service that the Second Chance Refuge is providing. There is no ventilation in the room and no A/C. Here's a list of the following items that we need in the Kitchen Project:

1. Commercial vent (in good working condition)
2. Lightly used (or new) cabinetry for kitchen
3. Cutting/serving table
4. Shelving units for storage and pantry
5. Freezer
6. Standalone shelving unit (wood preferably)
7. Pots, pans, serving utensils, plates and cups

RED (Renew, Energize and Donate) Day is May 13th, 2010. RED Day is a Keller Williams Realty service initiative dedicated to improving our local communities. Take time out of your busy schedule and donate one day of your time and volunteer to renew and energize aspects of our local communities. All Houston area Market Centers will join in giving back to the community and filling the city with a sea of red t-shirt volunteers of Keller Williams agents, clients, friends and family. We would like to organize a city-wide support to give back where we live - right here in HOUSTON! Last year, Keller Williams Realty agents and friends in our region worked diligently to rebuild the sand dunes in Galveston, worked at the Houston Food Bank, AIDS Foundation Houston and other related efforts. Let's make 2010 the Houston's RED Day!

Location:

Date: Thursday, May 13, 2010
Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Second Chance Refuge - SW Houston
Street: 14538 Minetta St.
City/Town: Houston, TX

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Keller Williams Houston Metropolitan
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