Backpacks and School Supplies

 
 
 

Dear Friends,

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we are reaching out to generous organizations and individuals to request donations of Backpacks and School Supplies for our needy students in our Cape Cod community. Many of the children we serve come from low-income families and struggle to afford the necessary basic materials to support their children’s education. Hands of Hope Outreach Center receives numerous requests from parents using our Food Pantry, School Nurses, School Guidance Counselors and sometimes from Neighbors who notice neighborhood children in need.

Beginning in July we request Backpacks for children in grades K-12 from any donors we can find. Past donors have been the Kiwanis Club, numerous Church members, Garden Clubs, Book Clubs, Neighborhood Associations, Newcomers Clubs, Alumni Associations, Retired Teachers, Sporting Groups and individual members of the Community.

We are seeking donations of the following items: Fill a Backpack or contribute separately:

  • Backpacks – New or Gently Used (more sturdy ones for grades 6-12 are greatly needed)

  • Pencils/Pens/Highlighters/Crayons/Markers

  • Notebooks – both Regular and College Ruled

  • 2 Pocket Folders

Your contribution will make a significant difference in the lives of our students by providing them with the tools they need to succeed in their studies. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn and grow, and with your support, we can help make this possible.

If you are able to assist, please let us know at your earliest convenience. We would be happy to arrange a time to pick up any donation, or items can be dropped off at the above stated address during the hours of Monday to Thursday 10-3, Friday and Saturday 10-1.

Additionally, if you would prefer to send a monetary donation to Hands of Hope Food Pantry & Outreach Center, P.O. Box 387 West Harwich, MA 02671, we can do the shopping for you!

Thank you for considering our request. We deeply appreciate your kindness, time and generosity. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.

Cathy Driscoll
Director, Hands of Hope Outreach Center
(508) 432-1312
handsofhope@capecodcouncilofchurches.org

Nancy Schuster
Chair, Backpack Program
(314) 791-2884
nan14601@gmail.com

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