Recently Matthew 25 was contacted by a local Boy Scout, Nathan Gafney, who is a junior at Pope John Paul II. Nathan was researching organizations for his Eagle Scout project and chose Matthew 25 as his beneficiary.

The purpose of an Eagle Scout project is to plan, develop, and give leadership to others in a service project helpful to any religious institution, any school, or the community. Nathan plans to pressure wash the patio, clean and scrub all handrails, and then personally build chairs, picnic tables, planter boxes and cornhole boards to place in the patio area. This project will be quite the transformation of this space!

“I chose Matthew 25 for my Eagle Scout Project because both of my parents and grandfathers are veterans,” said Nathan. “I really wanted to do something to support veterans in need. Veterans have done so much for us and our country so I think it's important to give back to those in our community that have made sacrifices.”

SUPPORT NATHAN: https://gofund.me/ae7269cc

We know that Nathan’s work will make our patio more enjoyable and functional for years to come, providing a space where our men can relax and socialize with others progressing through our housing programs. We are so thankful for Nathan who has been so proactive in supporting our work! We can’t wait to provide an update in the fall of his progress.