Back to school bash more than backpacks

Samaritan Community Center to give away supplies to thousands of kids during 24th annual Backpacks for Kids

The Samaritan Community Center will be holding its 24th annual Backpack for Kids on Saturday.

Back to school bash more than backpacks

To the Editor: In a world where headlines often remind us of what’s wrong, every now and then a story comes along that reminds us of everything that is still wonderfully right. The recent back-to-school bash at Happy Valley High School was one of those stories. Truly, what was really being handed out was hope. For many families, the start of a new school year is exciting. For others, it’s stressful. The rising cost of notebooks, pencils, lunch b…

ICNA Relief's Back2School Program Aims to Distribute 30,000 Backpacks Nationwide

As the new school year approaches, ICNA Relief USA is mobilizing volunteers and community partners across the nation for its annual Back2School Program. This year, the initiative aims to distribute more than 30,000 backpacks filled with essential school supplies through 45+ locations nationwide, ensuring that children from families facing financial hardship can start the academic year with the tools they need to succeed. The program, which has g…