We’re adding a little something extra to our giving season this year! Along with our canned food drive coming up in December, St. John-Hudson Elementary is collecting donations to help the Second Mile Food Bank purchase personal hygiene and household cleaning supplies for families in need.
When we think about donating to a food bank, we often think about canned goods and other food items. However, everyday essentials like toothpaste, shampoo, soap, laundry detergent, dish soap, and other cleaning supplies are just as important. These items can be expensive and aren't always easy for families to fit into their budgets. Our goal is to help the Food Bank stock up on these necessities so they can provide a little extra support to the individuals and families they serve.
We're calling this our High $5 for Hygiene fundraiser, and we're setting a building-wide goal of $1,000! If each student contributes around $5, we'll be well on our way to reaching that goal. Every donation, big or small, will help make a difference. And, if we reach our goal, we'll celebrate with a special surprise before Thanksgiving break!
Students can bring donations to school November 4–24. Thank you for helping us teach our students that giving back doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes, even a few dollars can go a long way in helping someone else!
-Mrs. Petersen
