Getting Long Beach students ready for the school year
Beach Catholic Outreach held it’s annual Back to School Backpack Distribution event on Aug. 23 in the St. Mary’s of the Isle Church of Long Beach in the auditorium.
The timely gathering provided backpacks and essential school supplies to local children in need, helping them prepare for the upcoming school year.
The primary mission of Beach Catholic Outreach is to aid community members facing hardship. This mission encompasses various efforts, including food distribution, clothing donations, and seasonal events that support families during crucial times of the year. The Back to School Backpack Distribution directly addresses the needs of students in the community.
“The Back to School backpack and supplies distribution began over a decade ago because the need was evident,” said Vincentian with Tri-Parish conference and one of the coordinators of the event, Ginny Sievers. “Many of our neighbors who came to the Soup Kitchen and the Food Pantry were simply unable to purchase the many items requested on school supplies lists.”
Each family was assigned a specific time slot to “shop” for backpacks and school essentials. Each child also received a gift card to purchase any additional items they may need for the school year.
