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Making a Difference: HopeLink of Southern Nevada
For some kids, the first day back to school is an exciting one. But for over half of Clark County School District students, many of whom are facing the year with clothes that are too small and limited school supplies, it’s another story. These are the children that inspire the Henderson nonprofit HopeLink of Southern Nevada to continue hosting their annual Back-to-School Drive.
“Nearly 55% of the registered children in the Clark County School District are…considered low income,” says Daniel Dreitzer, executive director of HopeLink. These same families often have difficulty providing necessary school supplies for their children.
During this year’s event, HopeLink asked the community for help in providing these children with the back to school essentials necessary to start the year off right. Donors were asked to drop off complete outfits at Old Navy in Town Square, or to “adopt” a child to provide for. Thanks to the public’s generosity, HopeLink plans to give new outfits and supplies to approximately 1000 children at their Back 2 School Celebration on August 20th. Want to get involved? The cut-off date for adoptions is August 15th, so you’ll have to act fast. To learn more or get involved, visit www.link2hope.org or call 566-0576.
