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Edward Knox is a humanitarian who, along with his wife, has dedicated 26 years of his life to philanthropy. Knox served as a teacher and tutor for more than 20 years, showering those around him with kindness and gratitude.
A leader in his community, Knox delivers flowers and plants annually to mothers in the community who have lost their sons to gun violence, has assisted yearly with his local Easter Egg Hunt and book bag distribution events, and helped start “Concerned and Committed Brothers of the Community.”
Often putting others ahead of his own needs, his home has been severely damaged and riddled with mold. There is water damage, portions of the roof are missing, and living conditions are generally unsafe. In an effort to save himself, his home, and his family, Knox applied for a government renovation grant, but was met with disappointment as program funds had run out.
Touched by Knox’s challenges, WikiVoice, a local Miami-Dade organization, currently is working to rebuild his home. With a mission to provide safe housing access in South Florida, WikiVoice has pledged to honor his decades of generosity by undertaking the task of rebuilding his home.
Joe Puentes, WikiVoice founder and Lynk Pros president, explained about The Knox Project.
“By partnering with local community leaders and committed citizens, coming together to rebuild Mr. Knox’s home, WikiVoice aims to foster a new generation of compassionate citizens who will carry the torch of benevolence forward, while returning the Knox Family to dignified living conditions,” Puentes said.
Local supporting businesses and organizations that have pledged to help include Lynk Pros, CJ Development Group, Get Redd Foundation, The Latin Builders Association (LBA), ABC Supply Co. Inc., Restore All, Neighbors 4 Neighbors, HIASFL, Las Vegas Cuisine and Miss Debbie’s Sweet Delights.
WikiVoice recently held a meet and greet fundraiser at Las Vegas Cuisine in Downtown Doral, co-hosted by the LBA, with more than 200 people in attendance, raising in excess of $30,000 in cash, donated materials and pledged pro-bono services. If you or your organization would like to get involved, contact Joe Puentes at donations@wikivoice.com.
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