Bellevue University’s annual Veteran Backpack Drive, which collects supplies for veterans in our area who are experiencing homelessness is nearing completion. This year, the “Packing Party” happened today, November 1st, however, contributions can still be accepted through November 8th.
Ashlea Rodriguez, Manager of the Military Veterans Service Center (MVSC) joined Mike Hogan on “Live & Local” to explain how it all works. Today’s packing party is a community event where volunteers signed up to help assemble the backpacks with essential items for homeless military veterans at Siena Francis House and New Visions Homeless Services.
The packed backpacks will be formally presented to the staff and residents of Siena Francis House and New Visions in a private ceremony dedicated to honoring our veterans.
There is still time to make a difference in the life of a homeless veteran. Contributions can be made here: https://www.bellevue.edu/event-forms/backpack-donation/
For more information https://news.bellevue.edu/bellevue-university-launches-backpack-drive-to-support-homeless-military-veterans/
