Lewis University Honors Non-Profit for Outstanding Collaboration

Heart Haven OutReach (H2O) was awarded the "De La Salle Medallion for Excellence in Community Partnership" from Lewis University during a very special reception hosted on Friday. The Celebration of Community Partnership is an initiative of Lewis University which recognizes the wonderful contributions of their off-campus partners.

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“I believe it is so helpful for Lewis University students to interact with actual businesses and professionals while they are earning their degrees,” said Ryan Lawrence, Executive Director of H2O.

Mr. Lawrence continued saying, “I remember finishing school and feeling so nervous about getting into the workforce. I am so glad H2O has the ability to engage with these students during their time at school. I know we are helping make more prepared and confident employees after graduation.”

The Medallion honors a community-based organization which has demonstrated outstanding collaboration with Lewis University through curricular and co-curricular community engagement. Faculty, alumni, and professors shared their testimonies during the ceremony on how H2O had an impact on them, their students, and the greater community.

About Heart Haven OutReach:

Heart Haven OutReach, better known as H2O, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves middle & high school teens in the greater Bolingbrook and Romeoville area who are experiencing challenging times. Through a variety of time-tested and research-based programs, we pursue our mission of "reaching out to the hearts of youth and facilitating life transformation." Our mission is to transform the lives of (at risk) struggling teens through caring relationships and programs that support healthy development on an emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual level. Please click here to learn more about H2O.