Clothing drive sponsors display donations.
Rochester Rotary, Rochester Kiwanis, Rochester Lions, and the Rochester Hills Lions Clubs are joining forces to help the community with a joint service event held September 3-20. Together, they will focus on collecting new underwear, socks, diapers, and pajamas for children in the foster care system, a cause that genuinely needs support.
“Imagine the difference we can make when we harness the power of our three service organizations, all of whom share a passion for taking action and creating lasting change,” said Rotary President Christine Hage.
David Meyers, president of the Rochester Hills Lions, said, “This is the third year that our three service clubs have partnered to help foster children.”
Foster care is a temporary living situation for children whose parents cannot care for them and whose need for care has come to the attention of child welfare agency staff. While in foster care, children may live with relatives, with foster families, or in group facilities. More than 13,500 children in Michigan are fostered.
There is an urgent need for donations. Drop boxes for donated items will be available at the Rochester Hills Public Library and Eugenias 3rd Street Hair Gallery, both in downtown Rochester. Donation boxes will be available from September 3 through September 20.
Kiwanis President Chuck Bissell said, “Helping those in need, particularly children, is a key focus of Kiwanians.” Founded in 1915, Kiwanis International clubs and members are dedicated to serving the world’s children in 85 nations and geographic areas.
Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer business leaders dedicated to improving lives at local and international levels, from helping those in need in their communities to working toward a polio-free world.
Rochester Lions President Jean Mardeusz said, “Lions lead by example, build relationships, and improve the world through kindness. For decades, Lions have funded humanitarian programs worldwide.”
Although all four local clubs are associated with international organizations, the Clothing Needs Service Project is designed to help foster children in Oakland and Macomb County.
“Imagine the difference we can make when we harness the power of our three service organizations, all of whom share a passion for taking action and creating lasting change,” said Rotary President Christine Hage.
David Meyers, president of the Rochester Hills Lions, said, “This is the third year that our three service clubs have partnered to help foster children.”
Foster care is a temporary living situation for children whose parents cannot care for them and whose need for care has come to the attention of child welfare agency staff. While in foster care, children may live with relatives, with foster families, or in group facilities. More than 13,500 children in Michigan are fostered.
There is an urgent need for donations. Drop boxes for donated items will be available at the Rochester Hills Public Library and Eugenias 3rd Street Hair Gallery, both in downtown Rochester. Donation boxes will be available from September 3 through September 20.
Kiwanis President Chuck Bissell said, “Helping those in need, particularly children, is a key focus of Kiwanians.” Founded in 1915, Kiwanis International clubs and members are dedicated to serving the world’s children in 85 nations and geographic areas.
Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer business leaders dedicated to improving lives at local and international levels, from helping those in need in their communities to working toward a polio-free world.
Rochester Lions President Jean Mardeusz said, “Lions lead by example, build relationships, and improve the world through kindness. For decades, Lions have funded humanitarian programs worldwide.”
Although all four local clubs are associated with international organizations, the Clothing Needs Service Project is designed to help foster children in Oakland and Macomb County.
