On June 10 ASIP held a bottle and can recycling drive to help the Licida Membreno family. Over $300 was raised with 37 donors in 10 hours. We are having another drive July 15. It will again be in the Bethesda Lutheran Church parking lot from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. In August, we ask all of you to redeem your bottles and cans by bringing them directly to Ames Bottle and Can Recycling at 4018 West Lincoln Highway. You may request that your refund be added to LLicida’s fund.
We are excited to welcome a family of four from Venezuela seeking asylum in the U.S. Bethesda Lutheran Church has identified a financial sponsor and has committed the congregation to being a secondary sponsor, helping the family connect to Ames. At this time a host family is providing temporary housing, but we will be seeking a more long-term situation for the dad, mom, 2 and 5 year-old children. As needs become known, we will invite you to contribute your time or talents. Thank you in advance.