SCHOOL SUPPLIES

 

In 2004 the Samaritan Center was able to purchase enough school supplies on top of those donated, to provide over 800 children with everything they needed to get off to a great start for the school year.  

It’s extremely important for our kids to have what they need for school.   Many of our clients tell us how their children not only don’t have their own room but some even sleep on the floor.  They’re embarrassed to have friends over and some even make up stories about where they live.  We do our best to change these situations but as you know, we can only do so much, but when it comes to the classroom, all things should be and can be equal. 

Businesses and individuals interested in helping meet the need may contact the Samaritan Center at 634-7776. 

The Samaritan Center believes education is the most important key to escaping poverty and we are committed to promoting education to the greatest extent possible.

When:             We begin collecting donations for supplies in mid June.

• Who:               Those benefiting are the children of the clients.
   

• Where:            Deliver to the Samaritan Center (side door) between 8:30 a.m. - 12:30p.m. and 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
   

• What:              School Supply Kits are made up according to the most essential items listed by the Jefferson City Public School’s list.

                                                 Kits Assembled July 27, 2005                      

Kindergarten                            115                                                     

Grades 1-5                               350                                                     

Grades 6-8                               325

Grades 9 - 12                             50

                                                840