Boy's and Girl's Club are working on a big "Back to School" collection of school supplies including backpacks. In the past Allied Partners has been involved in this effort and they are requesting our help again.

Backpacks are the most needed item. Normally they can be bought for about $25.00 (we do not require expensive ones). B&G would like an estimate of how many the Partner's can provide by August 17th but the "drop dead" day is August 25th.

Please advertise this need in your congregation and be sure to remind potential donators that a check for $25.00/backpack is also really appreciated.

Please deliver them to the B&G Club, or to me at 5737 Kroncke Drive, or call and I'll pick them up at your church.

Mike Bodden
bodden_mike@yahoo.com