Backpacking for the Homeless

For their Civics Action Project, a group of 8th graders has organized a charity project to help people who are homeless. They are packing 20 backpacks with some essential items that many people without homes need. The project is titled "Backpacking for the Homeless." Donations for the backpacks’ contents are greatly appreciated. Rain ponchos, sunscreen, deodorant, menstrual products, non-perishable snacks, dental products, and sunglasses are the perfect things to donate. The backpacks' items will be distributed to two nearby homeless shelters: the Lowell Transitional Living Center and the Somerville Homeless Coalition.

Interested in contributing? Donations will be collected in donation bins by McCall's entrances from May 9th to May 16th. McCall Paper deeply encourages participation.