EL PASO, TEXAS – El Paso Locomotive FC came together with several volunteers this past Saturday with the City of El Paso’s “Love Your Block” project to clean up and revitalize the 900 block in the Segundo Barrio neighborhood .
“El Paso Locomotive FC is proud to be out here doing work that will make a difference in the lives of Segundo Barrio residents,” Coordinator, Community Relations Andrea Mendez said. “The local community has always shown us support, so we have to make sure we do the same as well. We hope to be involved in more projects similar to this as the year goes by and be out in the community helping in any way we can.”
Alongside volunteers from the South Side Neighborhood Association and Segundo Barrio FC, Locomotive defender Artem Kholod and front office staff came together to help clean and level out a vacant lot that will be used for mural project led by known local artist Jesus “Cimi” Alvardo.
Additionally, two cinder block benches and a miniature library were installed on the lot, in an effort to provide community residents a clean public space to promote community engagement and improve quality of life.
For local organizations seeking volunteers and/or collaborative partners for community events, please contact Andrea Mendez at amendez@eplocomotivefc.com.