By Shametra McGregor Ujima is kicking off our Women’s History Month by paying it forward. Ujima has contributed to helping the young girls in Kenya as they face a scarcity of dealing with period poverty, due to lack of resources for feminine hygiene products. There are 2 ways to donate to this cause. 1. Cash app a donation of $25-100 to $HelloLibra … Continue reading Paying It Forward
Damita Miller-Shanklin As the holiday season approaches, we turn to the spirit of giving and gratitude. One remarkable event that symbolizes this sentiment is “Operation Turkey” that happens in nationwide. This inspiring organization has been working tirelessly for 23 years, spreading warmth and nourishment during Thanksgiving. I had the opportunity to speak with Operation Turkey newest City Leader, Shametra McGregor, to take a closer look … Continue reading [Community Event] Elgin, Texas Gears Up for Operation Turkey! A Thanksgiving of Hope and Unity
SOURCE: Shametra McGregor, City Leader and Volunteer since 2013 Mark Your Calendars!! Over the last 23 years Operation Turkey has remained a 100% volunteer organization without a single paid employee. We are more than 40,000 volunteers strong working together to ensure everyone receives a warm meal on Thanksgiving Day. Each year we have multiple events throughout the year that you, friends, and family can participate … Continue reading OPERATION TURKEY ELGIN
This weekend, Saturday November 3rd, the East Austin Community Fall Festival will take place at the George Washington Carver Library. Come out and join the fun starting at 11:00am. The Founder, Shametra McGregor, has enlisted a great musical talent Kevin Sandbloom. Ujima had the opportunity to discuss his music. Check him out at the festival. This is what he had to say. Ujima: Kevin, give … Continue reading Hey Y’all It’s Kevin Sandbloom!
I love to share stories of people in our community who make things happen. They see a need and the next thing you know a festival is born. I wanted to find out about the East Austin Community Festival and how Shametra McGregor is making it come together. Ujima Magazine was able to catch up with East Austin native, advocate, and event planner and now … Continue reading Meet the Organizer Of The East Austin Community Fall Festival on November 3rd
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