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! Volunteer opportunities will most likely occur in August 2021; please check our website again in June. Please note that all volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and must be at lease 13 years of age (those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). All volunteers must register on the link below after June 21, 2021. A sign up link will be posted at a later date. 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 Organizations We Help page) can pick up a backpack on our free give away day which is typically in August each year; date and location to be determined. Please bring proof of need, which include:
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