Hellooooo!

One of my favorite parts of my job is seeing our tools in action and reading testimonials from our member agencies. Our crew are huge fans of the James River, and you can often find us exploring its expansive trail system when we're not at the warehouse. So, we're especially thrilled to celebrate one of the many dedicated member agencies doing such good work throughout Richmond: the Friends of the James River! Friends of the James River kept busy in November & December, capping off a strong Q4 with some serious progress along the Buttermilk Trail.

Their dedicated volunteer trail crew tackled a truly impressive challenge, moving hundreds of 20-30 pound stones to reinforce the trail buckets that support the new section. Imagine the workout! We're so proud to support their efforts with our trusty tools and buckets. #TeamworkMakestheDreamWork

This recent accomplishment perfectly exemplifies the dedication and impact of the Friends of the James River. Since 2017, they've been a force for positive change in our community. Let's take a look at their remarkable achievements:

• 28 community projects brought to life!
• 839 volunteers making a difference!
• 527 tools put to good use!
• $11,099.79 worth of tools put to work for a healthier James River!

And the best part? A small investment yields a huge return. With just $637.36, we've seen a tremendous positive impact on the James River and the Richmond community. The Friends of the James River are a true testament to the power of community action, and we're so grateful to have them as a partner.

Want to support more projects like this? You can empower organizations like Friends of the James River by supporting our Tools for Change program! Every dollar you contribute goes 16 times further, enabling our members to borrow tools for just 6% of the retail value.

Make a one-time donation today, or become a monthly donor and help us equip even more community heroes. Your support makes a real difference!

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