Category: IN THE NEWS

In The News: New warming center for homeless population operates at J.P. Jones Center

4/9/2020

"The Fairbanks Reentry Coalition now operates a new warming facility at the J.P. Jones Center in Fairbanks. The warming center allows for homeless persons in Fairbanks to get out of the cold and rest while being offered a meal."

Read the full story at KTVF's website.

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In The News: AmeriCorps volunteers in Fairbanks adapt and keep serving their community

4/7/2020

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"Despite these changes, VISTAs have continued to serve the community.

Zak Mitchell, who serves at Noel Wien Library, helped to start a Virtual Storytime program while the library building is closed to the Public.

Brynn Butler, who has served with the Fairbanks Reentry Coalition since August of last year, has begun working directly with homeless clients at a warming center, taking temperatures and sewing face masks.

“I think we’re more important than ever to our organizations,” Varner said."

Read the full story at KTVF's website.

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