St. Francis Community Service empowers multicultural individuals and families to improve their lives.
In September 2024, Pathways graduated 15 members from the Pathways to Progress program. The members pictured were showing off their certificates of completion. We surprised our graduates, by allowing them to keep their caps, gowns, and hats with tassels. Most had never had a graduation and loved the gesture. This was a great night full of celebration and achievement.
For many of our Pathways to Progress members, this was the first time they’ve ever worn a cap and gown—or had their hard work recognized with a formal celebration. Graduation isn’t just a milestone; it’s a public declaration that their dedication, growth, and perseverance matter. By honoring their journey in this way, we restore a sense of dignity and pride that fuels their next steps. These are more than symbolic gestures—they are powerful moments of transformation, made possible by a community that chooses to invest in hope.
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Mr. Ken Grisby, member advisor, was posing with one of his graduates along with Dr. Jared and Keisha Allen.
