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8th Annual Backpack & School Supply Drive

WOMEN OF WORTH COLLECTS BACKPACKS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR STUDENTS IN NEED
WOW Expects More Families in Crisis to Need Supplies Due to Economy

For many students, this school year will find them without the necessary school supplies or clothing needed to become productive students.

Having the essential school supplies and something new to wear during the peer pressure-filled years of school can greatly improve a young person’s self-esteem.

Women of Worth (WOW) will be holding their 8th annual “Way Cool Back to School” backpack and school supply drive, from July 12 through September 12, 2010 for schools and students pre-school to college in need.  WOW collects & distributes new back packs, school supplies and clothing to children in need within Nevada County and North Placer Counties. Due to the current economic downtown, WOW expects a greater need than ever.

Donations of sturdy new backpacks, printer paper, school supplies, lunch packs/bags classroom supplies and playground items.  Monetary contributions and gift certificates to local stores also needed to purchase shoes, clothing PE & sport uniforms.

Teachers, counselors and others who know of a student in needs are encouraged to contact WOW with their referrals. All referrals are screened and confidentiality will be maintained on all referrals.

Women of Worth is a community grass roots nonprofit serving families in crisis and assisting domestic violence survivors.

WOW is not supported by the government, but relies on support through fundraising, private and community donations.

For more information, call (530) 272-6851. Email: info@women-of-worth.org or visit their website at www.women-of-worth.org

For more information on this topic or to schedule an interview, please call WOW at (530) 272-6851 or email info@women-of-worth.org.