All of our work in public schools, whether in Chicago or out-of-state, is dependent upon the sheer goodness of our many volunteers and donors. This has always been the case with Schools Count Corp.
As we have embarked on our annual 'Drive to Thrive,' our first week of donations was simply incredible!! As I mentioned in a previous blog, our goal is to raise $10,000 through public contributions. And to think that we raised $2,535.00 in the first week alone is wonderful.
With the pace of donations off to a brisk start, I have already undertaken plans to expand our work in Chicago Public Schools. Yesterday, I met with administrative staff at West Pullman Elementary School on Parnell. They are very excited about our asking the school to be a recipient of school supplies this coming fall.
Not only are we able to expand our work, due to the generosity of so many of you, but we will be able to work at helping schools within entire neighborhoods, be it Roseland, Englewood or other communities.
So, after just one week of fundraising, I want to thank you for your donations. To be a part of the growing network of helping students simply contact me at rich219@comcast.net. Nothing would make me happier than including you in our mission!
Many thanks,
Dick
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