Can you believe it is time for school again? Well, ChildReach kicked off the Back-To-School season with an incredible school supply give-away. It all started the week before, when volunteers generously gave their time and support to Raphael House through the stuffing of bags filled with school supplies. Pens, pencils, notebooks, crayons, and much more were stacked high and ready for the new students who will be using them throughout the coming school year. All told, our NCL (National Charity League) volunteers stuffed over 200 bags for children either living in shelter, or those that have previously. What a gift! Then the big day arrived, and we were ready for the families. They came through the doors ready for the first days of school. The work crew for the day actually consisted of former residents and receipients of these school supplies, who had come back to lend a helping hand and give back to others for all that they themselves have received. We had so much fun handing out supplies, that we almost even forgot we were working! Serving over 200 children is hard work though, and I couldn't have done any of it without the wonderful support of our donors and volunteers. Thanks to everyone, and we will see you again this time next year for another successful event.
