We are again participating in the Concord Prison Outreach WELCOMEBACKpack program. We plan to pack and deliver 72 backpacks again this year, which we will fill during the Sunday School hour on March 23.
The Massachusetts Department of Correction and Concord Prison Outreach have partnered to develop the “WELCOMEBACKpack” program to address some of the wide disparities in resources available to people released from prisons throughout Massachusetts. The backpacks include hygiene and safety supplies, a list of community resources, a book for study and reflection, and writing materials.
We are asking for donations to fill the backpacks. Please signup on the church website HERE to donate some of the following items:
- Travel Size Shampoo
- Socks
- Deodorant
- Bar Soap or Body Wash
- Face Masks
- Sanitary Items
- Toothpaste and Toothbrush
- Writing Supplies (Pen & Writing Pad)
Please leave donated items in the Yellow Chest by March 16. We are also looking for help setting up the backpacking area in Campbell Hall on Saturday March 22 and to help with assembling the backpacks during the Sunday School hour on March 23. Contact Carmen Logue (searslogue@yahoo.com) if you have questions or want to help. Thank you!
Mission, Outreach and Advocacy team