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Learning from other communities

March 25th, 2008 by judym

We can see what other Horizon communities are doing by going to the community list on the right of the blog site and click on any one of the towns. I could say from reading the blogs, that all of the communities have been affected and have educated their town on the many faces of poverty and as far as “reducing” it, that will take many years, if at all.  More funding would be needed, we have all found out.   Most of the towns have implemented projects that help those in need, and it has also raised awareness of the importance of supporting the local economy and school district if there is to be any viability in the future.  Many have learned of programs that can assist those in need.  Many have learned that they have important programs already in place and needed to advertise them more. I think Horizons has helped, but what do you think? Leave your comment here!

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One Response to “Learning from other communities”

  1. Dawna V.O. Says:
    March 25th, 2008 at 10:58 am

    I think you’re right about how Horizons has raised our awareness of the programs and organizations that we already have in place and the need to support them. When all those groups are working together for the good of the community it can really make a difference!

    Dawna/Sanborn Central

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