This year, ECH held its first-ever Back to School
drive, and our community showed up. Donors
gave more than 500 items through our Amazon wish
list, local drop-offs, and 140 stuffed backpacks from
Community Impact Network through its Beyond the
Backpack program.
When students walk in on the first day with what
they need, they can focus on learning instead of
what they’re missing. For young people in our
Steppingstone and Foster Care programs who have
already faced a lot of change, having these items
builds confidence and helps them feel they belong in
the classroom.
Thank you to everyone who supported this initiative.
You made our first Back to School drive a success, and
we’re grateful!