Bryce Ray Community Center
Contributed by Jason Manalli, Development Director, Set Free Alaska, Inc.
We are so blessed by the incredible response and participation at our recent community events on August 21; the Open House of our new “Bryce Ray Community Center” and the private screening of our new Documentary “Frequency of Hope”.
Both events had different focus and impact. Our community center is the new home of “Haven”, our children and family services program, and this strategic relocation increases our ability to serve more children and families with behavioral health challenges by 70%. The open house was a time to feature the new space, connect with our friends, community partners and local delegates and cast vision for continuing to provide world class service to those in our care.
Additionally, the community center is named in honor and memory of Bryce Ray, the late father of Ryan Ray, Co-Founder and Emeritus Board Member. Bryce left a lasting impact on many Alaskans, and it was his life mission to reach people with the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ through sports and community engagement. Today, his life and legacy live on through our efforts and we are looking forward to many meaningful community events and partnerships taking place in the new facility.
The same evening was highlighted with the anticipated private screening of “Frequency of Hope”. This movie is more than a documentary. It’s a catalyst and a cinematic banner for redemption and recovery. A raw and real rallying point for an inspired movement that freedom from addiction is achievable on a personal, community, and national level and that hope can be found for every hopeless situation. It’s based on one of our graduated clients who has gotten her life and children back and gone on to be an entrepreneur and force in our Mat-Su valley.
More private screenings are on the way including Homer later this month and in Los Angeles at the USC Campus in November. As a result, we are anticipating a greater awareness of our mission and increased funding to expand our reach into the future. We are grateful for all those who attended the events as well as all those who consistently support and champion our efforts through their dedicated partnership!
Many Blessings
