Helping Kids and Beating the Heat
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The Henderson County HELP Center is asking for help gathering donations for the children served by Maggie’s House Child Advocacy Center.
“We are always looking for ways to support kids who come through our doors,” said HELP Center Executive Director Leslie Saunders. “The things we’re asking for may seem small, but they help kids feel safe and cared for.”
Donations can be dropped off at Maggie’s House in Athens. Items needed include:
Journals or drawing pads for teens
Pens and pencils
Coloring pencils
Fidgets
Card games for teens and pre-teens
Teen or adult coloring books
Anything fun or comforting for boys and girls ages 3 to 17
For questions, contact Debbie Stanley at 903-675-4357. Maggie’s House is located at 808 N. Prairieville St.
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The HELP Center is also inviting families to come out for a special event next week.
The “Beat the Heat” Summertime Bash will take place Friday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Legacy Center, 813 N. Palestine St.
TXU Energy will be handing out more than 150 box fans to local families. The HELP Center will give away backpacks, and the first 200 youth will also get summer snacks packed inside.
There will be food, fun, and vendors with summertime ideas for youth.
For more information or to ask about hosting a booth, call 903-675-4357 and ask for Amanda. Spaces are limited.
