With a big ice cream mustache, Matthew Maness, 11, confirmed the afternoon treat from Blue Bell Creameries was delicious.
He also said it was a nice way to recognize the achievements of children and adults at Metropolitan Ministries.
"It's really nice to honor them," Matthew said.
About 90 residents and participants in the nonprofit agency's Uplift U program gathered recently in the Ministries' Family Grill, where Blue Bell branch manager Kerry King served 3-ounce cups of vanilla ice cream.
Six adult residents - Danielle Fowler, Ione Jones, Terri Knowles, Denise Russo, Stace Sanders and Jessica Word - received certificates for completing components of the five-stage, self-sufficiency program, which can take up to two years to finish.
Metropolitan Ministries provides services to the poor and homeless, helping about 80 children and 40 adults daily in its residential facility, 2002 N. Florida Ave., and about 150 seeking one-time assistance.
With Blue Bell marking its 101st anniversary and July being National Ice Cream Month, King said the ice cream party was a great way to give back to the community.
Jamie Pilarczyk
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