NEWSWORTHY.....In the news:
Columbus Dispatch, Joe Blundo. 2020 www.dispatch.com/lifestyle/20200614/joe-blundo-so-to-speak--backpack-project-is-lifeline-for-kids-in-need 2019 www.dispatch.com/entertainmentlife/20190616/joe-blundo-gift-of-backpacks-crucial-for-homeless-young-people 2018 www.dispatch.com/entertainmentlife/20180617/joe-blundo-backpack-project-wants-to-help-teachers-too 2017 www.dispatch.com/entertainmentlife/20170626/joe-blundo-big-backpack-project-had-humble-start 2016 www.dispatch.com/content/stories/life_and_entertainment/2016/07/03/1-joe-blundo-column-supply-filled-backpacks-again-sought-for-students.html |
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED WE NEED YOU! CORPORATE VOLUNTEERS, CHURCH GROUPS, YOUTH GROUPS! Due to COVID-19, volunteer opportunities will be different this year in order to accommodate social distancing. The first volunteer date is Saturday, August 1 from 9am to noon, and the second volunteer date is Saturday, August 8 from 9am to noon. There will be no afternoon shifts, but volunteers are welcome to work one or both dates. Masks and gloves will be provided, and non-invasive temperature checks will be done on everyone who enters the facility. All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and must be at least 13 years of age (those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.) All volunteers must register on the link below. Sign up to volunteer by clicking this link! PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION
Backpack distribution for individuals who are not affiliated with a sponsor organization (i.e., Big Brothers/Sisters, Homeless Families Foundation, etc. - see list of sponsor organizations on our Home page) can pick up a backpack from Shoemaker Industrial Solutions on Fri., Aug. 7, 2020, at 9 a.m. Please bring proof of need. This includes:
831 Bonham Avenue Columbus, OH 43211 |
