Spruce Up The Block: Woodland Park
A remarkable transformation is underway in the Woodland Park neighborhood in Leesburg. 15 homes are receiving a much-needed revitalization through our Spruce Up The Block Party. Many of these homes are generational treasures, passed down through families, and now they are being refreshed to preserve their legacy and enhance the neighborhood’s charm.
Revitalization Efforts: The project involves updates through landscaping, painting, and minor exterior repairs, all aimed at rejuvenating these beloved homes. Over the course of the program, the visual improvements—including vibrant new paint and lush landscaping—are set to enhance the overall aesthetic of Woodland Park, making it a more inviting place for residents and visitors alike. Thanks to our generous sponsor, Florida Paints, we’re excited to bring this vision to life!
“The Woodland Park Spruce Up the Block Party may be one of my favorite projects we will work on all year,” states Veronica, the Programs Director at Habitat for Humanity Lake Sumter. “It brings so many different people together. We have great vendors and material donors, great volunteers – largely made up of students from the Leesburg Construction Academy, and great community members who are getting involved! It gives this community the opportunity to participate as a WHOLE – to help inspire neighbors to participate and get involved with the improvement of their community!”
Empowering the Next Generation: The revitalization work is in part being carried out by the Leesburg Youth Construction Academy, where 12 dedicated students are honing their skills three times a week. This hands-on experience provides them with valuable training in various areas, from gardening to painting techniques. Not only are they contributing to their community, but they are also gaining practical skills that will empower them in future projects.
Dave Horgan, Programs Director of Habitat for Humanity Lake-Sumter, shares “This is the first Spruce Up the Block Party that I’ve been involved in. It is great to see the community’s pride in Woodland Park. It has been amazing to see the Leesburg High School Construction Academy, volunteers, sponsors, staff, local government, and all involved come together to make this beautification of Woodland Park possible.”
Stay tuned for updates on the Spruce Up The Block initiative, and join us in celebrating the revitalization of Woodland Park!