ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - After years of planning, vision, and hard work, a historic Roanoke school building has a brand-new purpose.

The Community Empowerment Center, is a one-stop hub designed to meet family needs and strengthen our future.

Imagine not knowing where to turn for help with your child’s schooling.

That’s the struggle many Roanoke City families have faced alone, until now.

“I and all of our Afghan families are very thankful for the community center and its support,” RCPS family.

“They were able to take care of her enrollment and everything she needed. Thank you,” RCPS family.

The Community Empowerment Center is already hard at work. Doors opened in July and so far 200 people have been helped so far. Given access to enrollment assistance, school supplies, clothing, food, ev

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