BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — United Way of Central Eastern California and The Blessing Corner have teamed up to provide 3,000 backpacks with school supplies for children in need. The local non-profit is asking for your help to make sure they have enough supplies. They will be collecting items on Wednesday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. outside the United Way office. It will be a drive-up event.
Supplies Needed:
- Backpacks
- Notebooks
- Pens and Pencils
- Markers
- Color pencils
- 24-count crayons
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash
- Deodorant
You can also donate online here.
The United Way office is located at 5405 Stockdale Hwy.
