Growing strong communities requires collaboration—both among residents and with those beyond their neighborhoods. As a family man in Newton County, Matt Walsh is thrilled to be part of the new connections sprouting in his hometown and making it stronger than ever.

Read Matt’s story and learn how you, too, can build bridges within and beyond Jasper & Newton Counties.

Serving your community doesn’t have to be a big undertaking. For JNF Board Member, Renee Overbeck, it’s the small acts of kindness that help make her community better every day.

Read on to learn how community service is part of Renee’s routine and can be for you, too.