Reds Community Fund executive director Charley Frank has recently paid visits to, or spoken with people, at the various sites. All the warm feelings gained from the week's worth of ribbon cuttings returned.
"The cumulative leave-behind still resonates with all of us," Frank said.
Because of donations of money, time and sweat equity, there is a new activity center at the Sheakley Boys & Girls Club, a 17,000-square-foot facility in the Price Hill neighborhood that features a multisport surface, batting cages and bleacher seating.
A processing and welcome center for veterans was opened at the CityLink Center in Cincinnati, which helps veterans become reintegrated into the community.