Happy SUMMER! With the longer nights & warmer weather, our member agencies have been keeping us busy at our 10,000 sq foot tool-lending warehouse. We're thrilled to share the incredible impact we've achieved together in the first half of 2024! Because of the support from our generous corporate sponsors, monthly donors, and dedicated volunteers, we've empowered our member agencies and fostered a thriving community of service. Here's a glimpse of what we accomplished together: Welcomed 49 new members: Our growing network allows us to reach more people in need. Empowered 103 member agencies: We provided essential tools and resources to help agencies deliver their vital services. Completed 497 projects: Thanks to your support, we facilitated hundreds of projects that make a real difference throughout Central Virginia. Equipped 8,069 volunteers: Using our tools, volunteers logged hundreds of hours completing projects that improve upon our city! Member tool borrowing: A staggering 10,237 tools borrowed by members represents the tangible impact of your support, valued at $405,431.76! These numbers translate to real change in the lives of countless individuals. Peter Paul Development Center recently shared how the ToolBank has made completing projects around their center not only easier but more affordable. At the end of April, with the help of volunteer and our tools they got their playground ready for the summer! ⚒️ "The process is so easy and affordable! It has really made a huge difference for me because I am able to quickly order what I need, schedule a pickup, and have everything ready with no hassle! Did I mention it is super affordable!?" ⚒️ "Volunteers were able to perform their duties without struggling to find the right tools to work with. We were able to have everything they needed ready for them when they arrived!" Want to learn more about our impact & see how our Building Change + ToolBOX workshops have been up to since January? We put together a one-pager sharing what we've been up to at your local ToolBank. Check it out HERE! Signing off to cool down on the James River and enjoy a delicious Blue Hawaiian at the Lily Pad. Hope you are finding plenty of ways to stay cool during this heatwave! . . . P.S. Want to get involved? We’ve got volunteer opportunities every Wednesday mornings (9 AM - 12 PM) Thursday evenings ( 4 PM - 6 PM) Register for a a session (or two) HERE! https://www.cfengage.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000MqZbKEAV/richmond-toolbank-equip-community-groups-with-tools-for-change