Impact Stories

Matthew Miranda

Matthew Miranda Though you’ll see Matthew spending his days working and mentoring the youth at Martin Park, that wasn’t always the case.  “I was lost for years, struggling with addiction and substance abuse,” Matthew said. “I prayed to God and said, Lord, give me a chance to get right again, without another program. I need …

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Hector Chavez

Hector Chavez Hector Chavez grew up in the Lowell Neighborhood and went to school with the children of Marty and Joanie Martin, the founders of Martin Park. After his service in the military, when he returned home, he met Oscar and witnessed firsthand how he was creating an impact as the new owner of Martin …

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