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OCG Companies and Church of Latter-day Saints Youth Conference: Empowering Youth Through Community Service


OCG Companies Partners with the Church of Latter-Day Saints to Volunteer in Detroit

At OCG Companies, we believe in the power of community involvement and education. Recently, we had the incredible opportunity to partner with the Church of Latter-day Saints' Youth Conference for a two-day volunteer initiative in Detroit. Our focus was on revitalizing vacant lots and teaching valuable skills to the participating youth by providing them with essential tools and hands-on experience.

A Collaborative Effort for Community Improvement

The project spanned five square blocks in Detroit, including the Therapy Garden, Pollinator Gardens, and several overgrown vacant lots. These areas had become cluttered with trash and debris and were in need of significant cleanup and restoration. Our goal was to transform these spaces into clean, safe, and usable areas for the community while empowering the youth with practical skills.

Equipping and Educating the Volunteers

To ensure the success of this initiative, OCG Companies donated a variety of essential tools, including hedge clippers, shovels, weed whackers, wheelbarrows, trowels, and lawn mowers. However, our contribution went beyond providing tools—we were dedicated to teaching the youth how to use them effectively and safely.

The youth learned how to operate lawn mowers, handle hedge clippers, and safely use weed whackers. This training not only ensured efficient cleanup but also equipped the young volunteers with skills they can use in future community projects or personal endeavors.

With newfound confidence, the volunteers tackled the overgrown areas, clearing trash and debris, trimming plants, and preparing the vacant lots for further work. The collaboration and enthusiasm among the participants were inspiring, as they quickly adapted to using the tools and embraced the challenge.


The Impact of Our Efforts

The transformation over the two days was remarkable. Beyond the physical improvements to the vacant lots and gardens, the initiative had a profound impact on the youth volunteers. They gained valuable life skills, learned the importance of community service, and experienced the satisfaction of making a positive difference in their neighborhood.


Looking Ahead

Our partnership with the Church of Latter-day Saints' Youth Conference is a testament to the power of collaboration and education in community improvement. At OCG Companies, we are committed to continuing our support for initiatives that empower youth and enhance our communities.


Thank you to all the volunteers and the Church of Latter-day Saints' Youth Conference for making this project a success. Together, we are building a brighter future, one skill and one community at a time.


Let’s continue to make a difference, empowering our youth and transforming our communities.




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