LMC Class Projects Application

Created the LMC Alumni Association.

Facilitated Town Hall Meetings for bond issue.

Created an LMC website and marketing materials.

Organized a Career Day for 10th graders.

Created awareness of the Montgomery College Technology Center.

Renovated the Montgomery County Youth Services Fairway Home.

Developed a resource guide for senior citizens – Living Senior.

Created the LMC Foundation.

Renovated Tri-County MHMR Services San Jacinto House.

Created a CD – “Volunteer Montgomery County”.

Created an arbor & nature trail at the Spring Creek Greenway Nature Preserve and Produced an LMC Alumni Directory.

Created a website – HelpOurCounty.org – a connection to nonprofits in the county.

Multiple Projects at Bridgewood Farms – Built a commercial greenhouse, renovated ceramics room, designed and implemented website; added storage building.

Enhanced a hike & bike trail, built a bridge, installed picnic tables, benches and signage in Carl Barton, Jr Park– “The Bridge to the Future”.

Multiple Projects at Interfaith Community Clinic: cleaned and painted building; repaired interior damage; built out office; graded and landscaped site; bought and installed back-up generator.

Multiple Projects at the Montgomery County Food Bank: bought and implemented donor management software; built a community garden; renovated and expanded backpack program area.

Multiple Projects at the Montgomery County Women’s Center Reaching Pines Facility: built play structure; hosted a toy, bike and activity drive; created buddy program.

Launched the BridgingApps program in Montgomery County, administered by Easter Seals. This program focuses on educating the Montgomery County community about the incredible advances technology has brought in educating and assisting our special needs individuals with what may seem to be simple tasks to us – such as, speaking, reading, and writing.

Created a water conservation and education project, installing rainwater harvesting barrels at 3 locations throughout Montgomery County: Oak Ridge Elementary School, Bear Branch Sports Fields, and the North Montgomery County Community Center. Click here for more information.

The Class of 2015 worked with Keep Austin Fed and the Montgomery County Homeless Coalition to establish Keep US Fed Montgomery County, a new volunteer-based organization that gathers wholesome and nutritious surplus food from grocers and commercial kitchens, and distributes it to local charities that serve individuals with food insecurities. In addition, the class also helped Heaven’s Army and The Willis Parent Support Center by expanding and updating their current facilities, allowing these organizations to store larger amounts of rescued food for their clientele. For more information on this class project, visit www.keepusfedmoco.org

The Class of 2016 selected Montgomery County Youth Services (MCYS) BridgeWay Shelter as the beneficiary of their project. The shelter, located in Conroe, houses Child Protective Services placements and homeless youth. The class conducted facility renovations in BridgeWay 1 and spearheaded construction of an outdoor patio, and the donation and installation of a new stove at BridgeWay 2. The class also worked to create new extracurricular and educational programs for the residents. The programs give the residents valuable lessons and experiences they can carry with them long after they leave.

The Class of 2017 chose Henry’s Home Horse & Human Sanctuary as its class project. The class divided the project into four primary components that included Strategic Support, Capital Improvement, Marketing and Fundraising.

The Class of 2018 worked with Society or Samaritans to maximize their resources, increase their service capacity, and improve their business processes. They helped implement a new case management software and purchased and installed two refridgerated storage units to increase food storage capacity. A portable building was donated for additional food pantry and classroom space.

The Class of 2019 helped to rebuild a resale furniture store in Conroe for Angel Reach, a nonprofit organization assiting youth between the ages of 18-24 who have aged out of foster care or kinship homes. The class renovated the space, created a business plan, created a human resources manual, implemented a store pricing system, and developed marketing and social media campaigns.

The Class of 2020 selected New Caney New Horizons as the beneficiary of their project. New Caney New Horizons is a nonprofit organization that serves individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities. The class focused their efforts on a commercial food preparation area and an e-commerce site to sell their horticulture products online. When the pandemic hit, the class took on an additional project, aligning with LMC’s People Matter Core Value, to care for healthcare professionals serving on the frontlines. With the help of alumni, class members, and other donors, their People Matter Initiative fed healthcare professionals at local hospitals, nonprofit organizations, and first responders through a partnership with local restaurants.

The LMC Class of 2021 selected a 4-part initiative for CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County. One project was CASA’s “Game of Life” for teens in foster care. The LMC team helped to host the event both inperson and virtually, and provided CASA with the tools to ensure it can continue to grow in the years tocome. The second project included updates and upgrades to four visitation rooms and a conference room at the Child Protective Services (CPS) office in Conroe. The third project was the creation of an online resource directory for volunteer CASA Advocates to help them source needs while assigned to a child’s case. The fourth project completed by the class was the assessment and development of a disaster recovery plan for CASA to help the organization better prepare for future potential disasters.

The LMC Class of 2022 selected the Dispute Resolution Center of Montgomery County, Inc. (DRC-MC).

Their project included:

• Relaunching the Anti-bullying Bookmark Art Project Contest after COVID. The team also prepared an art project using past bookmarks, entitled The Wings of Peace which was debuted at the Waterway Arts Festival.
• The class redesigned the DRC-MC website, also producing a volunteer recruitment video.
• Due to the effects of COVID, the DRC-MC needed to improve their space for safety and aesthetics. Air filtration units were purchased for mediation rooms, common areas and offices.
• Renovation to a large mediation room was also completed.
• The class also revised and rewrote DRC-MC business manuals including their Business Continuity Plan focusing on protocols for emergency preparedness, a Volunteer Handbook including application and requirements, brief history of the DRC, best practices, policies, procedures, and social media release, and an Employee Handbook including the history of the DRC, mission and vision and employment policies.

The LMC Class of 2023 project aimed at enhancing the volunteer experience and increasing organizational efficiency for the Community Assistance Center. 

The initiative involved:

• The creation of a comprehensive volunteer orientation guide and handbook, as well as the formulation of distinct volunteer position descriptions, updating of liability waivers, and streamlining of the background check process.
• Technology upgrades, including the implementation of a new volunteer management system, Volunteer Local.
• The physical space for volunteers was revamped with vibrant décor, digital-lock lockers for volunteer personal belongings, and a dedicated TV for displaying key information.
• The creation of an orientation video, marketing initiatives, and volunteer training events to foster a supportive and engaging atmosphere.
• Hosting the Spring Mobile Market, which provided food for at least 200 families. The class also staffed an additional Mobile Market in the winter.
• An appreciation event for volunteers and partners, hosted at Madera Estates and fully planned and executed by the class, underlining the invaluable role volunteers play in the CAC’s mission.

The LMC Class of 2024’s class project supported Hope’s Bridge, a non-profit organization serving foster and adoptive families. Recognizing the unique needs of teens in foster care, the class collectively focused on creating a dedicated space within Hope’s Bridge – a “teen closet” area. This space aims to address the challenges faced by teens.

Through community fundraising efforts, the class secured funds and donations (including clothes and salon products) to establish the teen area, which offers a welcoming environment for teens to “shop” for new clothing. Additionally, the space features a salon area designed to provide assistance with hair care.

The salon space serves a dual purpose: to enhance the self-esteem and confidence of foster teens to have their hair professionally cared for, and to provide hair education to parents whose children have different needs than their own. By equipping foster parents with knowledge and skills, the project aims to promote inclusivity and ensure that all children receive appropriate care. The class received recognition for their efforts from the City of Conroe, The Woodlands Township, Senator Brandon Creighton, and Montgomery County Commissioner’s Court.

The LMC Class of 2025 was divided into four project teams, each partnering with a local nonprofit to support meaningful community initiatives.

• The Community Assistance Center team transformed the Conroe office’s client waiting area into a warm, welcoming space through hands-on renovations and in-kind donations.
• The Habitat for Humanity team designed and built the Jim Schulze Family Park in Cedar Creek, featuring a disc golf course, walking path, Little Free Library, and gathering spaces – bringing joy and connection to local families.
• The Sleep in Heavenly Peace team hosted a Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Breakfast, honoring those who support the mission that no child should sleep on the floor in our community.
• The Splendora ISD Education Foundation team created a new logo, website, and marketing plan to enhance the foundation’s visibility and engagement, helping expand its impact across the district.

Dividing the class into four project teams of 12 members each empowered the class to make a broader impact across multiple organizations. This structure also ensured that every participant played a meaningful and active role in the success of their team’s project.