A group of students at River Bluff High School is making an impact by addressing community needs and offering their assistance.

Stephen Orr’s senior crew project focuses on developing a new playground for Chris Myers’ Children’s Place and Family Campus, and they have successfully raised funds to make this happen.

The crew’s fundraising campaign was met with generous support from local businesses and community members, including Radius Church, Harvest Church, and Mt. Horeb Church of Lexington.

With these contributions, the crew was able to raise $2,200, which will fund the materials needed to construct the playground.

With this money, the students will purchase and obtain the materials needed, construct the playground, and then transfer it to the campus, installing it there.

The current playground, the students say, presents safety concerns. The crew, called the IMPACT crew, has a goal is to create an enriching and joyful outdoor space for the children at the campus.

Since opening in 2012, Chris Myers’ Children’s Place and Family Campus has served over 180 residents, providing support for single mothers and children in need and helping them regain stability. The campus is located in Lexington, on eight acres, which includes two homes for mothers and children.

The campus offers a range of activities for both mothers and children. For mothers, these include Bible studies, parenting classes, financial planning and counseling, GED and educational instruction, as well as mentoring and career counseling.

For children, the campus provides Bible studies, birthday and holiday celebrations, vacation Bible school at local churches, tutoring, arts and crafts, and opportunities to attend community events.

While the initial fundraising goal has been met, the crew is still accepting donations to help with additional efforts related to the project.

Anyone wanting to make a contribution can make checks out to River Bluff High School, Attn: Orr’s Crew.