Tripp

When we first began the Horizons Project and we discussed poverty, we always talked about it in terms of money. Through the Horizons project we have learned that poverty is not only about money, it also can be emotional, mental, spiritual, physical (being alone), also not have some sort of support system (doing without support of family and friends, and not always having access to good jobs. We have also learned poverty affects the entire community of Tripp.

We have come together to do community clean up for whoever is in need. We also hosted a town & county exchange, where people donated unwanted or unused items and furniture. The items were then offered to the public free of charge. A free will donation box was set out for those wanting to donate and that was given to the local food pantry to purchase needed items, so it became a pay it forward event. We have also begun a verbal campaign to encourage our community to buy from local businesses whenever possible.

We will show you how we promote Tripp. All people that are concerned about Tripp and the planning of its future are welcomed to attend an informational meeting and meal provided by the Horizon’s Strategic Planning Committee. People of all ages are invited. The meeting will be held at the Fire Hall Community Room, Main Street, Tripp Emergency Building, Tuesday, November 27th at 6:00 p.m..

The local Boy Scouts troop helped the Horizon Group clean up property that had been hit hard by ice storms and winds. Many trees and tree branches were hauled out to the dumpgrounds. The cooperation of these two groups helped beautify the city and helped clean up the owner’s property. GOOD JOB!!

Here’s an opportunity for community members to donate to the Tripp Food Bank for the holidays. The Friedens Reformed Youth Group will be hosting a Brat and Burger lunch in the Church basement on December 1st. Donate food for the food bank and enjoy a chance to socialize with community members.

Remember those “FUN“ pre and post surveys that the Horizons Staff had you take during Study Circles and LeadershipPLENTY?

Believe it or not - it was for a purpose!  Those pre and post surveys help us to understand how much your community learned about poverty and about leadership by your participation in those specified curriculums.

As a result, we have assembled a community profile with the results of the pre and post surveys for both Study Circles and LeadershipPLENTY.  Check out your community results by clicking on the links found under “Survey Data” on the right hand side of your community blog.