April 8th, 2022, Members of the Colorado Arborists and Lawn Care Professionals came together today to donate their time and talent to make a difference in our community. Held annually, the CALCP Day of Service finds a non-profit organization that is in need of lawn and tree care and offers to help. This year, members of CALCP came together at Gateway Domestic Violence Shelter where they pruned trees, fixed the irrigation system, sprayed for weeds, laid down mulch, and cleaned up the debris.
“Many can say their homes are a sanctuary, a safe space to enjoy with their loved ones. Sadly, the reality of daily life is gravely different for many mothers and children within our communities and beyond. Fortunately, there is a safe space that welcomes those women and children in need of safety and shelter from otherwise unimaginable home lives. This year, CALCP was presented with a special opportunity to make a small difference for those women and children in need. Today, we visited one of the Gateway Domestic Violence shelters and provided a host of services to the exterior to make it more inviting for its residents. As you may imagine, the minimal funding for these shelters leaves little room for spending on necessary upkeep. Basic lawn, tree, and other various landscape services that those in are industry provide are a luxury that these shelters usually go without. Today, we were blessed with several willing volunteers within our green community to give their outdoor space a major upgrade. I’m pleased with the amazing work our volunteers provided to make an unfavorable situation just a bit more welcoming for the residents.” Dayna Macbeth, President, CALCP Board of Directors
