The Barber of Little Rock | 2024 Oscar-Nominated Documentary Short | The New Yorker Documentary

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  • Опубліковано 3 гру 2024

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  • @obrekmedia
    @obrekmedia 10 місяців тому +667

    Protect Mr. Washington at all costs. He’s doing great things for his people and community.

    • @Roseeeee11
      @Roseeeee11 10 місяців тому +9

      1000000 procent same thought🎉

    • @cwhit8481
      @cwhit8481 9 місяців тому +12

      Praying for you Sir, and those working with you. Praying that the freedom and path up out of poverty continues in Little Rock and spreads to neighboring Louisiana.

  • @seventhfirestephanie8740
    @seventhfirestephanie8740 10 місяців тому +911

    Even if this documentary doesn't win an Oscar, it's already a winner for helping and inspiring people in need. Bravo.

    • @Chicago48
      @Chicago48 10 місяців тому

      Education, education, education. Also a positive mind set. If you're born in the ghetto and into poverty you grow up with that mentality. It's hard to break free of that mind set (I don't have anything, it's too hard, etc. etc.)

    • @purpleness64
      @purpleness64 10 місяців тому +4

      Oh yes

    • @nakho3550
      @nakho3550 10 місяців тому +1

      How exactly does this inspire someone? Why on earth would this even be nominated foe an award? On what grounds is it award worthy? I don't see it. I have seen 100s of UA-cam documentaries better than this in terms of scope and production.

    • @hestakingit
      @hestakingit 9 місяців тому +20

      @@nakho3550Why would anybody try to explain anything to you when we can just go back to talking to each other about how inspired we are? 😂✌🏾

    • @nakho3550
      @nakho3550 9 місяців тому +2

      @@hestakingit inspired to do what? You are going to lend someone money in your neighborhood?

  • @86Kera
    @86Kera 9 місяців тому +231

    Barbers being some of the first entrepreneurs in the black community is something special and I hope this inspiring film takes the award .

    • @kitbornstein5446
      @kitbornstein5446 9 місяців тому +7

      Me too. It gets my vote. The Best for a varieof real reasons🎉🏆💜

  • @sterlingfury
    @sterlingfury 8 місяців тому +24

    These services should be available in every community and there's no excuse for such an incredibly wealthy country to allow poverty to be soooooo pervasive

  • @ulookgood594
    @ulookgood594 9 місяців тому +214

    If Kat William's interview can get 50 million views, then this should get just as many. Spread the word about this film.

    • @kitbornstein5446
      @kitbornstein5446 9 місяців тому +5

      I am 💜

    • @waynelomax4291
      @waynelomax4291 8 місяців тому

      This inspires the remnant. The game changers are always a remnant. 50 views do not want to change anything. I pray that this helps me to do more.

    • @Jean-savedbygrace
      @Jean-savedbygrace 8 місяців тому +6

      This should get a lot more views than Kat Williams. Unfortunately many people don't like uplifting, informative videos like this as much as they like gossip and negativity.

    • @sugarfootjones3218
      @sugarfootjones3218 8 місяців тому +1

      Just shared it to my instagram!! This needs to be spread!!

    • @Iamthatgirl59
      @Iamthatgirl59 7 місяців тому +2

      So true!

  • @alexkreiner5461
    @alexkreiner5461 10 місяців тому +300

    This is what the American Dream really is: bringing prosperity not only to yourself but those around you. You are fighting for the rights, abilities, and livelihoods of your fellow community and also your country, and it is truly a noble cause if there ever was one. You are not only bringing light into the world but actively recruiting others and training others to do the same. Mr. Washington, you're correct in saying that it is just getting started. Thank you so much for spreading awareness and educating us all on these various problems in a hopeful and instructive way. Also, congratulations on the Oscar Nomination! It's such an impressive achievement and a notable milestone in spreading awareness:)

    • @kitbornstein5446
      @kitbornstein5446 9 місяців тому +1

      Ditto 💜
      🏆BEST FILM

    • @vernawestbrook
      @vernawestbrook 8 місяців тому +3

      Congratulations on your progress, and the nomination ❤🎉🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 YAH Bless you.

    • @theultimatereductionist7592
      @theultimatereductionist7592 8 місяців тому +2

      MOST PATRIOTIC DOCUMENTARY EVER!

  • @librasoul1705
    @librasoul1705 9 місяців тому +85

    As far as I'm concerned this brother and this documentary are winners already!!!!!💪🏾🏆

  • @contempl8ive
    @contempl8ive 8 місяців тому +34

    If only we could spend 2 minutes looking into each other’s eyes with love and compassion, maybe this world wouldn’t be in such a cold, hard mess.

  • @leedee2598
    @leedee2598 10 місяців тому +71

    not all superheroes wear capes! Mr Washington is an inspiration...

  • @electra424
    @electra424 10 місяців тому +452

    Thank you Mr. Washington for showing us that this is possible. Your mother would be so incredibly proud of you.

    • @nakho3550
      @nakho3550 10 місяців тому

      What is possible? Charity?

    • @electra424
      @electra424 10 місяців тому +9

      ​@@nakho3550loans≠charity that's pretty basic

    • @kitbornstein5446
      @kitbornstein5446 9 місяців тому

      Yes she IS ❤

  • @mozarkslezeystreet6310
    @mozarkslezeystreet6310 10 місяців тому +163

    I'm in a homeless shelter in the Bronx, & this documentary inspired me to wanna help, thank you for that.

    • @nakho3550
      @nakho3550 10 місяців тому +2

      You are in a homeless shelter and you want to help? 😂 You need help buddy.

    • @knos360
      @knos360 10 місяців тому

      ​@nakho3550 ypu miserable Peice of Dog Sheeet..YOU NEED HELP...

    • @ayodeledavid3034
      @ayodeledavid3034 9 місяців тому +39

      @@nakho3550this is completely rude and disrespectful what are you doing to help people you’re just making fun of someone whose trying to

    • @stevemanias1444
      @stevemanias1444 4 місяці тому

      Best wishes🙏

    • @KP-dk9qq
      @KP-dk9qq 4 місяці тому

      @@nakho3550you need help nothing wrong with helping someone or some cause even if your homeless you got a lot maturing to do

  • @sandrarichardson761
    @sandrarichardson761 10 місяців тому +140

    Now this is what giving back to your community looks like. 👏🏽 . Congratulations on your much deserved oscar nomination 👏🏽

  • @Cameraartist1432
    @Cameraartist1432 10 місяців тому +337

    It was an honor working on this Film with John and Arlo as well as cast and crew Arlo is an amazing individual. Blessed🙏🏽

    • @nakho3550
      @nakho3550 10 місяців тому +3

      I'm half way through and I have heard the word reparations yet. How can one mention the wealth gap without mentioning reparations for American Descendants of Slaves?

    • @Itsmesisii
      @Itsmesisii 5 місяців тому +3

      @@nakho3550 great documentary. He did mention that we didn’t get our 40 acres and mule. And that in the black community that discussion was never really talked about.

  • @dwannamckay6221
    @dwannamckay6221 9 місяців тому +70

    I'm a professor & teach about economic/racial injustice. My students will be watching this documentary the first day of the classes I teach,.

  • @ThatsTamiTerrell
    @ThatsTamiTerrell 10 днів тому +2

    The way this film has inspired and brought me to tears, is crazy. My hat goes off to the filmmakers and everybody in this documentary. This was amazing!

  • @carronculture6182
    @carronculture6182 10 місяців тому +164

    This has to be one of the most thought-provoking documentaries I’ve seen in a long time.
    For Us By Us

  • @LatinaStarling
    @LatinaStarling 9 місяців тому +46

    The 2 minutes of looking each other in the eyes brought me to tears. That was powerful 😢

    • @TerlinguaTalkeetna
      @TerlinguaTalkeetna 9 місяців тому +4

      Looking past people happens in wealthy neighborhoods and in working class poor ones. Seeing people deeply means seeing their pain and THEN by bring some compassion,joy, and love where there wasn't any, you change the world for the better. Well done Arlo and for the team that made this short. Great post!

    • @carolevans823
      @carolevans823 9 місяців тому +2

      Same. I had tears running down my face. Beautiful. Great film-I hope it wins an Oscar but it's already a winner, IMO.

    • @traceyjackson294
      @traceyjackson294 9 місяців тому

      me too

  • @andreaboyle5273
    @andreaboyle5273 7 місяців тому +14

    Arlo Washington -- you are amazing! I am so impressed with the kindness, love , education and wealth you are sharing with others. If only every community had one of you. Our world would be a much better place!

  • @1Courtney1
    @1Courtney1 4 місяці тому +9

    I’ve lived in Little Rock all my life. Not too long ago I drove past the new peoples trust bank and got curious. Thank you Mr. Washington for all you’re doing for the community. You should be protected at all cost!

  • @soccerguy325
    @soccerguy325 10 місяців тому +118

    Beautiful film. The world needs more people like Arlo Washington!!

  • @andreawebb6057
    @andreawebb6057 10 місяців тому +42

    This film spoke to my heart. As a black person who has worked in mainstream banking for several years I have seen the injustice occur so many times. Refreshing to see black economic empowerment happening at the grassroot level for black people by black people.✊🏾👏🏾

  • @tiffanieturner771
    @tiffanieturner771 10 місяців тому +70

    Thank you, Mr. Washingon, for bringing economic wealth to LR underserved communities and helping people achieve their dreams.

  • @sharonhendrix7496
    @sharonhendrix7496 9 місяців тому +21

    Bravo. The struggle continues but there is hope. Thank you The Barber of Little Rock.🙏🏽

  • @kimtaylor489
    @kimtaylor489 9 місяців тому +10

    Arlo Washinton, you are amazing. The private sector needs to step up financially to empower more Mr. Washingtons in communities around the country.

  • @brittmcvargas4002
    @brittmcvargas4002 8 місяців тому +10

    Bravo Mr. Washington! You are a huge inspiration for all of us who seek justice in this world.

  • @stevie0323
    @stevie0323 9 місяців тому +20

    It only takes 1 to light the fire…May this flame continue to spread ♥️🖤💚

  • @paulaharrell4648
    @paulaharrell4648 9 місяців тому +28

    Excellent documentary!!! It does not need Oscar approval to be a winner❤💯 Thank you!!

  • @theresajackson9492
    @theresajackson9492 9 місяців тому +19

    Another brilliant documentary. This is the second one I saw the other is, The Last Repair Shop. Gems of humanity.

  • @CJ-xg6ii
    @CJ-xg6ii 9 місяців тому +26

    Love how Mr. Washington continues his mother’s dream. His efforts and achievements are amazing.♥️

  • @sandraclark9603
    @sandraclark9603 10 місяців тому +59

    Congratulations Mr Washington. I hadn’t heard about you before this but got feeling your mission will grow exponentially! Thank you for caring!

  • @themysteryguy8317
    @themysteryguy8317 10 місяців тому +27

    This BIG. This brother is the men we had in the 60s

  • @ms.marimac
    @ms.marimac 9 місяців тому +13

    I spent my college years in Little Rock, and although I graduated 11 years ago, this city still holds a special place in my heart. Thanks for highlighting the beautiful people working to make Little Rock better.

  • @elizabethm.claman9972
    @elizabethm.claman9972 8 місяців тому +13

    Deeply moving and heroic! Nothing is taken for granted., but compassion, creating spaces where love and justice prevail...That's worth more than anything. I LOVED this documentary!

  • @niablee
    @niablee 10 місяців тому +29

    “This is about being FREE!” 👏🏾 Powerful documentary and truly inspiring!

  • @selenasimmons6653
    @selenasimmons6653 9 місяців тому +14

    Mr. Washington has taken up the cause his mother started! I really hope People's Trust is able to do more larger loans for more automotive! More for businesses and they can help a community thrive like never before! You have inspired many!!

  • @tomekiawilliams8841
    @tomekiawilliams8841 10 місяців тому +53

    Perfectly said and whoever taught you this is brilliant. I luv to see black young men knowing about economic wealth

  • @emileebaker8520
    @emileebaker8520 10 місяців тому +74

    This gets me so excited. These neighborhoods like Rose City in NLR need to be uplifted and for so long I was worried that the only way that would ever happen would be through gentrification, which would have such a negative effect on the culture and character of those neighborhoods. Mr. Washington and businesses like his give me real hope for the future of these neighborhoods that have, for so long, desperately needed this sort of TLC.

  • @yeahthatguy810
    @yeahthatguy810 9 місяців тому +13

    This should be a blueprint of how we treat respect and think of each other. Nobody knows what we have gone through or go through better than us. When we stand together and believe in ourselves and our brothers and sisters, allowing for errors and mistakes, we all get stronger together.

  • @GatgerGaming
    @GatgerGaming 9 місяців тому +19

    Mr. Arlo Washington. 21st Century Hero.

  • @zb2363
    @zb2363 10 місяців тому +27

    I’d love Mr. Washington to start training seminars for people who want to replicate what he has done. It would be so beautiful to see these lending institutions that are changing lives all over this country. Yeah we’re going

  • @Gogetter795
    @Gogetter795 9 місяців тому +21

    The lost of your mother 2 weeks before your high school graduation broke my heart.😢 I would be more than lost 😞 May bless you for your kindness and care.

  • @TyLewis17
    @TyLewis17 10 місяців тому +84

    This is the neighborhood and city I grew up in! It’s so important to share the journey of the people who deserve and are worthy of the same opportunities as everyone else! I loved watching this! Keep improving and impacting our communities Mr. Washington…THANK YOU! 🏁🖤

  • @MsGoldmind7
    @MsGoldmind7 9 місяців тому +18

    Excellent film! Thank you Mr. Washington for being a true inspiration and for all that you’re doing for the community.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @carolj.s4300
    @carolj.s4300 8 місяців тому +6

    "strength for this journey"...what an inspiring story...love this!!!

  • @TheJulianFenison
    @TheJulianFenison 9 місяців тому +12

    Born and raised in Arkansas and currently living in Texas. I needed to see this today. Thank you so much, and congratulations on the Oscar nomination.

  • @snookycalvin6286
    @snookycalvin6286 9 місяців тому +13

    Best thing I've seen for the black community. Thanks for caring

  • @bettygrady9282
    @bettygrady9282 9 місяців тому +23

    If we don't help each other, no one will. This documentary is very inspiring and uplifting. The Oscar nomination is well deserved, and hoping for the win, for this exceptional piece of journalism.🙏🏾❤❤

  • @melissamiles7170
    @melissamiles7170 10 місяців тому +36

    We are so Godly proud of you. We join the fight! 🙏🏾❤️

  • @jenjacuzzi
    @jenjacuzzi 10 місяців тому +59

    Your Mom would be so proud!

  • @socdy600
    @socdy600 10 місяців тому +13

    Perfect!!! I can see this company becoming a nationwide company and helping billions! You got this my brother much love and continuous abundance to you and your family

  • @TeesTeaTime
    @TeesTeaTime 8 місяців тому +6

    This is beautifully executed. Thank you Mr. Washington for selflessly giving to our community. Please keep it up.

  • @nyceflix
    @nyceflix 10 місяців тому +19

    Thank you Arlo. Bless you brother.

  • @indigirl28
    @indigirl28 7 місяців тому +6

    A pure example of being a lender and not a borrower and teaching others how to do it as well.

  • @vestcoat
    @vestcoat 8 місяців тому +4

    Thank you for making this documentary available to watch here.

  • @kristamead3758
    @kristamead3758 9 місяців тому +4

    Love you, Mr. Washington. I wish more people would have the courage to do what you have done to make this great nation a place where freedom rings for all.
    Many Hugs,
    Krista

  • @Deh.Viital
    @Deh.Viital 9 місяців тому +4

    "This is about being free"! WOW, amazing doc!!! Long live to Mr. Washington and his team!!

  • @soyeljefe8502
    @soyeljefe8502 9 місяців тому +6

    Congratulations on the thought provoking documentary and the impact Arlo and team are making in their community. I hope we can one day eliminate the plague of poverty that our country faces.

  • @eleanakouneliyoga
    @eleanakouneliyoga 10 місяців тому +25

    This documentary is inspiring, moving, and so so human. It's always up to the community to help the community. I wish more small businesses could thrive and assist the community like you do. This is incredible.

  • @cameronthompson1837
    @cameronthompson1837 8 місяців тому +7

    “This is about freedom”. The brother near the end understood the success but also understood how some would see this as a threat. Be mindful of those who prey and benefit off of you captivity.

  • @yolandawhitfield900
    @yolandawhitfield900 10 місяців тому +30

    Thank you for shining a light on what's really going on and the changes that need to happen, to make it and us better. Your mother is proud of you and so are we! Congratulations on your Oscar nomination!

  • @rachelchevalier1586
    @rachelchevalier1586 9 місяців тому +7

    Best news I’ve had in a long time. Thank you Mr Washington

  • @heatherbroner18
    @heatherbroner18 9 місяців тому +5

    Thoughtfully and beautiful done. Congrats Arlo. Little Rock is amzingly blessed to have you and your vision.

  • @zentherapist1
    @zentherapist1 9 місяців тому +8

    I’m grateful for this film that introduced you to the rest of us. Thank you for your commitment & example.

  • @snteag
    @snteag 9 місяців тому +6

    Thank you for all that you do Mr. Washington. I hope and pray your mission is a success!

  • @laurellear8968
    @laurellear8968 8 місяців тому +4

    Amazing!! What a blessing to the community! Rebirth!

  • @tiffanypotter7528
    @tiffanypotter7528 10 місяців тому +20

    Congratulations, Mr. Washington!! I'm so happy and proud of you 🎉

  • @shondah.2195
    @shondah.2195 9 місяців тому +7

    Amazing story and major salute to Mr. Washington and his desire and passion to help others and his community. When we invest in ourselves and others their is no limit to the power we can achieve. Wishing him continued blessings and success. 💚🖤❤️

  • @danielblkmor
    @danielblkmor 9 місяців тому +8

    This is how you build a community ❤.

  • @rubybubbles4347
    @rubybubbles4347 9 місяців тому +6

    Kudos to you Sir, you are truly a vessel! The ripples of hope you are creating in the vast ocean of disparity will definitely change the trajectory of so many families generationally!!!

  • @lovejon20
    @lovejon20 10 місяців тому +7

    Tears of joy...mr.washington I'm supporting you forever

  • @MikeorAnnWooldridge
    @MikeorAnnWooldridge 8 місяців тому +5

    Arlo, we wish you continued success in all your endeavors.

  • @gracefulyhwh220
    @gracefulyhwh220 4 місяці тому +2

    This is some of the most powerful s*** I ever seen done for a class of people. 🏆🏆🏆

  • @PhilGarrison
    @PhilGarrison 9 місяців тому +7

    What an amazing film! I loved it. Thank you for creating it.

  • @NicoleTaylorSoprano
    @NicoleTaylorSoprano 8 місяців тому +4

    This was an excellent film! Congratulations on your nomination!

  • @kfx216
    @kfx216 8 місяців тому +2

    This really shows what the challenges are, and how they can be addressed. Mr. Washington is an inspiration. I wonder if he can set up training and mentoring so others can set up similar empowerment banks in other communities. Bravo!

  • @AsaOwensIII
    @AsaOwensIII 3 місяці тому +1

    I just happened to stumble across this ,and it opened my eyes even more in a positive way. Can't wait to see more and Thank you!

  • @latrecenelson1068
    @latrecenelson1068 28 днів тому +1

    This was truly inspiring to watch!
    Equity = power
    Support = value
    Information and guidance = advice and wisdom
    Community = strength
    Love = stability emotional and mental health
    Providing opportunities = confidence Trust = longer lasting relationships. Can’t wait to see you in Milwaukee, WI!

  • @Angela-pi6zc
    @Angela-pi6zc 9 місяців тому +5

    Thank you, Mr. Arlo

  • @dareencampbell125
    @dareencampbell125 10 місяців тому +22

    Congrats Arlo! This level of entrepreneurship has always been in your blood!

  • @ChristineHogan-t5r
    @ChristineHogan-t5r 7 місяців тому +1

    Excellent documentary and thank you to people like Mr. Washington who look out for their community. Education and opportunity are the foundation to upward mobility and the building of wealth for all people.

  • @judithharrison578
    @judithharrison578 10 місяців тому +19

    What a Commendable Feat Sir Washington👏👏👏👏I Applaud you Immensely..oh Yeah..We afi find a way to MASH DOWN THAT RED LINE OF DERISION!!! WELL DONE👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏

  • @denrenjen1964
    @denrenjen1964 9 місяців тому +3

    This was so, so beautiful, compassionate and empathetic...bravo!!

  • @TexasTee12
    @TexasTee12 10 місяців тому +20

    Omg! I love this!! Blessings to everyone involved! 🙏🏽

  • @user-js6ex7jh7e
    @user-js6ex7jh7e 9 місяців тому +6

    This was absolutely an amazing short documentary 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
    I am inspired to help my community even more than I have been. 💯

  • @kristinemunholland8980
    @kristinemunholland8980 9 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for telling this story. I had never heard of a CDFI. It would be wonderful if this became more widely available. You can see what a difference Mr. Washington is making. I hope it wins the Oscar so more people will learn about this effort.

  • @leliz64
    @leliz64 8 місяців тому +1

    Inspiring and thought provoking. Thank you to all involved behind and in front of the camera, and thank you New Yorker Magazine for making this documentary available on a free to the public platform.

  • @robertmueller2023
    @robertmueller2023 10 місяців тому +6

    Loud and proud, and that's no nonsense.

  • @AlisVolatPropiis
    @AlisVolatPropiis 10 місяців тому +3

    So moved and inspired by Mr. Washington! 26:50 he talks about community development and you see the passion in his eyes, he’s not only investing time and resources to help lead his community to a better place, he’s the soul of that community! What an evolved human! If only we had more selfless people like Mr. Washington in all of our communities inspiring and leading by example…..

  • @PWW-gi5ng
    @PWW-gi5ng 9 місяців тому +1

    Just watched through an online screening and Q&A. Thid film is so important. Arlo Washington is a hero.

  • @StevenTyler94
    @StevenTyler94 10 місяців тому +28

    Congratulations on the Oscar nomination!

  • @sonyajones9441
    @sonyajones9441 10 місяців тому +31

    This brought tears😢😢😢❤❤❤

  • @lachelleflood6066
    @lachelleflood6066 4 місяці тому +1

    Congratulations on your moves of helping people towards financial freedom for the Black community…..and Congratulations for your nomination! You are already winners!!

  • @reginawheeler966
    @reginawheeler966 7 місяців тому +1

    🖤🖤🖤
    He said what he said and we ain't looking back.
    Fear Who? Nobody. Let's Go.
    🖤🖤🖤

  • @TKOCHAE
    @TKOCHAE 10 місяців тому +7

    This was awesome and thank you for helping our community be great. Also for giving the people a little snidbit of the house I grew up and raised in that my Grandparents bought, it's still standing and passed down to other family members ♥♥

  • @ps3selecttv248
    @ps3selecttv248 9 місяців тому +1

    Bravo to all who contributed to this documentary!

  • @alicialopez4665
    @alicialopez4665 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much. This is what our community needs. Each one helps one another and build up the community and each other 💗

  • @joannjohnson1653
    @joannjohnson1653 9 місяців тому +6

    Outstanding ❤️ 💯💢💥💥🙌👏👏👏 every black person should see this!!! .. we can do better and help ourselves obtain economic justice ⚖️

    • @Watchmewatch5752
      @Watchmewatch5752 8 місяців тому

      Every white person should also see this! Many whites do not understand BLM and underestimate systemic racism

  • @margaretbirch3367
    @margaretbirch3367 9 місяців тому +4

    I live in the capital of Canada. I am white and am retiring at the end of April as a Director of Finance for a 500-room hotel.
    So many Canadian retirees spend 5 months in Florida every winter.
    This film was so inspiring I wonder how I could contribute to a black community in the southern US during my retirement by volunteering in some way.

    • @leahjoyceful
      @leahjoyceful 7 місяців тому +1

      give money!

    • @duprosezzllc223
      @duprosezzllc223 3 місяці тому

      Open up a bank account at his bank:
      People Trust Financial Center
      4000 W 12th St, Little Rock, AR 72204

    • @duprosezzllc223
      @duprosezzllc223 3 місяці тому

      Arlo Washington for 🖤 president

  • @xtcBEBOP
    @xtcBEBOP 8 місяців тому +3

    An important film!

  • @philipwalker3300
    @philipwalker3300 9 місяців тому +2

    What and Inspiring motivational Documentary, Moving mountains , So proud for Mr. Washington and all he has accomplished so far bringing the community together inspiring hope just beautiful.