Fred Rogers often told a story from his childhood about watching frightening news events and feeling scared. His mother comforted him by saying, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping." That simple advice became a reminder that, even in difficult moments, there are compassionate people quietly showing up to care for others. In that same spirit, we've gathered a list of helpers in our own community. These organizations and people (including students and employees!) offer support, services, and resources to ensure our neighbors are supported, seen, and not alone.
If Mr. Rogers taught the world anything, it is that kindness and compassion are radical and practical. Our neighborhood is full of quiet heroes!
- Community Resources
- Gennifer Meneses: Many Helping Hands Led to 2024 Graduate's Success
- Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Awards Grant to Laurel Ridge Community College
- Andrea Schwab: Navy Veteran Begins Her Path To Law School at Laurel Ridge
- TRIO Program Nourished Aspiring Doctor's Body and Mind
- Laurel Ridge Hoping to Make Holidays Merrier for Those in Need
- Isaac Shanks: Daughter is Motivation for Marine's Transition to Welding Career
- Reaching Across the Racial Divide Presentation Held at Laurel Ridge
- Beloved English Professor Brent Kendrick Honored with Philanthropy Award
- Laurel Ridge Bestows Medallion of Recognition Honors on Three Individuals