EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 The Mesa Hills Leo’s Club, a junior organization of Lions Club International, recently organized a cleanup at Smelter Town cemetery in El Paso. <\/p>\n
Sophia Flores, the club president, explained that the club’s mission is to “help out our community” and set an example for others. <\/p>\n
Eric Cruz, a club member, shared that the initiative to clean the cemetery came after members were approached to volunteer, and they sought approval from their leadership.<\/p>\n
The club’s goals include assisting community members and encouraging youth participation in community service. <\/p>\n
“Our community is our home, and it’s very important that we take care of our home,” a member said, emphasizing the significance of their efforts.<\/p>\n
In addition to cemetery cleanups, the club engages in various projects such as making bags for cancer patients, building beds for children without them, and placing roses on veterans’ graves. <\/p>\n
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