This year we will once again be partnering with a number of other community minded organizations in order to provide 1500 backpacks to students at some of the most under-performing middle schools in our district. Often times these great kids do not even have the supplies necessary to have a fighting chance at a good education. It might not solve many of the challenges these young students are facing but it sure can eliminate another hurdle that stands in their way of succeeding! This is why we come along side the schools by providing the teachers with backpacks full of school supplies so that they can provide them to the students of their selection. Over the past few years we have stood behind thousands of local middle school students and we need your help again this year!
Here is what I need to know from you:
Would this opportunity serve the desire of your congregation for tangible community impact? If so, simply contact Jeanette and let us know!
If so, here are the details that we need from you in order to get your congregation moving forward as the new school year rapidly approaches:
- What neighborhood school would you like to be partnered up with? Or are you open to our selection based on balanced need?
- How many backpacks would you like to sponsor for this effort? ($15 each)
- Who will serve as the primary contact so that we can arrange for them to be contacted by the Long Beach Rescue Mission for assembly and delivery opportunities. Your congregation can participate in either if you would like to do so!
The deadline for donations is August 20th. Volunteer dates for backpack assemble are also available. For more information please contact us or the Long Beach Rescue Mission at volunteer@lbrm.org
Pressing On~
Brad Fieldhouse
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