New Jersey Senator Troy Singleton, Burlington County Commissioners, and Burlington County Sheriff’s Office want to make sure every Burlington County child is prepared to return to school this fall.
Beginning Monday, July 7th through Wednesday, Aug. 13th, all three offices will collect donations of new backpacks, school supplies, and other back to school items for local families in need.
“Purchasing all the supplies students need can be a financial hardship for some families under normal economic circumstances, but this summer we’re seeing prices for clothing, electronics and other classroom essentials increase,” said Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Allison Eckel, the liaison to County schools. “The economic conditions have made this year’s school supplies drive that much more important, so we’re excited to once again partner with Senator Singleton and the Sheriff’s Office to give struggling families some much needed help.”
“Helping students begin the year with new backpacks and supplies is something our legislative team has done regularly,” said Senator Singleton, who first took office in the New Jersey Legislature in 2011. “By joining forces with the County Commissioners and Sheriff’s Office, we hope to ensure more students have the tools they need to succeed in the upcoming school year.”
Donations are accepted at all Burlington County branch libraries, the lobbies of Burlington County government buildings and at Senator Singleton’s legislative office at 400 North Church Street, Suite 260, Moorestown.
Suggested donations must be new and include: backpacks, calculators, binders, paper, folders, notebooks, composition books, pencils, pencil cases, pens, crayons, markers, highlighters, erasers, binders, small hand sanitizers, lunch boxes, scissors and index cards. Only new items will be accepted.
Last summer, more than 500 backpacks filled with supplies were distributed to Burlington County children.
“We’re hoping to surpass last year’s donations and help even more students start the school year right,” said Burlington County Sheriff James Kostoplis. “By partnering with the Commissioners and Senator Singleton, our office can help make a difference for Burlington County students and families.”