Rick Patrick
rick@greenepublishing.com
Abel Greer, “The Can Kid,” recently received some welcome news. Madison County native and successful Atlanta business leader Frank Argenbright heard of Greer’s efforts to earn money toward his education. Argenbright contacted Greene Publishing, Inc. to arrange a conference call with Greer and his mother, Angela. On Thursday, June 15, Abel had the chance to speak with Argenbright, who had some words of encouragement for Abel. Argenbright told him that when he was old enough, he would welcome Abel to his headquarters in Atlanta to work as a summer intern. Argenbright was also impressed with Abel’s desire to go to Cornell University, in New York. Argenbright’s son went to Cornell University and he offered to introduce Abel to his son for help in getting into the school. One of the bits of advice Argenbright gave Abel is to do away with “apostrophe ts” such as “can’t, etc.” Argenbright pledged $500 toward Abel’s college fund.
Another local individual who was immediately impressed with Abel and his drive and desire was Deborah Kervin. Kervin is starting a local non-profit organization called “Amber’s Rainbows,” named after Kervin’s daughter Amber Le, who recently passed away following a long battle with cancer. Amber’s Rainbows strives to help individuals in the community, wherever help is needed. Kervin and Amber’s Rainbows also donated $500 to Abel, matching Argenbright’s donation.
Currently, Amber’s Rainbows is in the process of collecting used medical devices, such as walkers, etc. to provide to people who may need them but may not be able to afford them. Amber’s Rainbows is also seeking volunteers to serve on their Board of Directors, or in an advisory capacity. For more information about Amber’s Rainbows or to make a donation, please call Kervin at (719) 371-5460.