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LEAP Interns reach out to Storm Victims

LEAP OrganizationClarksville, TN – The L.E.A.P. ORG. not only operates by the 7 points of Leadership, Enlightenment, Academic Achievement, Perseverance, Outreach, Responsibility, and Growth, but also instills these attributes in the interns being mentored.

Daquan Orebo (17) and Ralphie Armstrong (12) participate in the LEAP lawn Care Service. Due to the severe storm resulting in several of the clients trees falling in the back yard with a host of  limbs and branches scattered throughout the lawn, they were advised to just cut the front yard.

Daquan Orebo (17) and Ralphie Armstrong (12) participate in the LEAP lawn Care Service.
Daquan Orebo (17) and Ralphie Armstrong (12) participate in the LEAP lawn Care Service.

Taking it upon themselves to set financial gain aside, the duo went on to clear all the limbs and branches from the lot and stack them alongside the fallen trees. Then they proceeded to cut as much of the back yard as possible. When asked how they felt about the extra work, one intern commented “The money is cool and all, but its nice to be able to help people.”

After being given a brief account of the intern’s progress, LEAP Vice President Eric Purvis had this to say, “That attitude is what the ‘O’ in our 7 Points is all about. Genuine outreach is the extension of ones desire to give back without expecting anything in return.”

If anyone is interested in hiring the LEAP Interns to cut their grass, please call 931-378-0500.

Parents are able to download applications to enroll their children in the program at www.leaporg.net

Richard Garrett
Richard Garretthttp://leaporg.net/
City Councilman Richard "Reason" Garrett has gained extensive business knowledge and negotiating skills as the Executive Director of the LEAP Organization.  LEAP Org provides youth development services.  As a licensed realtor for Keller Williams Realty, he is known for his tenacity, perseverance, honesty, and fairness.  A proud APSU alum, Richard graduated with Honors with a Bachelors in Public Management.
Richard is a former active duty Marine, father of 4, and a husband with strong ties to the community. He is a graduate of Leadership Clarksville and a member of Clarksville Rotary, Clarksville Area Ministerial Association, Chamber of Commerce, Clarksville Association of Realtors Public Relations & Charity Relations Committees, and Clarksville Community Partners Group.
For more information on Richard visit www.reason4clarksville.com. He can be contacted directly at 931-378-0500 or via email richard@reason4clarksville.com
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