Today was the day for ‘The Big Event’ and residents were very thankful for all the VCU student volunteers. They offered and coordinated private property work where homeowners allowed volunteers to work in their yards. Community members Stephenie Harrington, Matthew Petrie and Jimmy Blackford were great liaisons for the event.
VCU’s Student Government Association is sponsoring “The Big Event” on April 20th.
The Big Event at VCU is a one-day, student-run service project where Rams come together to say “Thank You” to the residents of Richmond. VCU Student Government Association is excited to provide leadership and vision for a new tradition that shows our appreciation to the surrounding community, completing service projects such as yard work, window washing and painting for residents of the community. We share in the mission of similar programs throughout the nation – “One Big Help, One Big Thanks.”
Do you know of a project requiring attention in Oregon Hill? Does an elderly neighbor need yard work done? Any graffiti that needs covering up? Need something heavy taken to Goodwill? VCU students can help with that! Submit your request online at https://thebigevent.vcu.edu/residents/