In December 2011 a few RBH members created a group to explore ways to put the principles of Humanism into action. By working together we hope to make a positive impact in the world for both people and their environment.

The Community Outreach Group was founded both as a group activity and as a way for individuals to fulfill the following Humanist Affirmations:

• Securing justice and fairness in society and eliminating discrimination and intolerance.
• Supporting the disadvantaged and the handicapped so they can help themselves.
• Protecting and enhancing the earth, to preserve it for future generations, and to eliminate inflicting needless suffering on other species.

JOIN US: There are many wonderful opportunities to make a difference. Please join us at any of our meetings or activities. If you are interested, please contact Irma Lester or Pat Barr (see below).

DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are in need of people to help deliver the donated items. If you are interested, please contact Irma Lester or Pat Barr (see below)

CONTACTS: RBH – Community Outreach Group – Humanism in Action

Chairperson: Irma Lester: irmadick@comcast.net or 732-840-1424
Vice-Chair: Pat Barr: danabarr4@aol.com or 848-332-4542
Communications Coordinator: Trudy Lagan: trudy.lagan@gmail.com or 732-530-9123

2012 Projects

• February - Collected paper products and firewood for residents of the Lakewood Tent City
• March - Collected cleaning supplies for HABcore of Monmouth & Middlesex
• April - Collected women’s and children’s clothing for 180 Turning Lives Around
• April - Bradley Beach Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep
• May - Collected clothing for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex
• June - Collected art, science, games and sports supplies for Camp Quest New England