Thank you, SLS Team!
By: Sadie McCarthy
In mid-February a group of Student Leaders for Service (SLS) joined Ghazal Alzghoul for her regular shift handing out lunch to community members in need with Clay Street Table, an organization that provides meals in the South Park Blocks. Clay Street Table was started in 2010 and serves over 250,000 meals every year.
This time, in addition to handing out lunch, SLS members distributed hygiene kits, hand warmers, tarps, coats, gloves, socks, hats, and hot chocolate.
Student Leaders for Service Ghazal, Ella, Kate, Valeria, Samantha, and Isabel started planning to fundraise for this special event in December, before Winter Break. They held a very successful bake sale to raise money to buy items to distribute.
SLS member Ella Cunningham worked with The Shopp to provide clothing to hand out. Ella works regular shifts with The Shopp, a thrift store whose proceeds directly support NW Collaborative, a nonprofit that addresses the needs of those who have experienced human trafficking, domestic violence, homelessness, and addiction. Rose Haven, a day shelter for women and children, provided hygiene kits.
With these important community connections, as well as their diligent planning and hard work, these SLS members were able to provide crucial items to meet our neighbors’ immediate needs during the most challenging season of the year!
Learn more about Clay Street Table, The Shopp - NW Collaborative, and Rose Haven. Go to GivePulse to check out our other opportunities, including Student Leaders for Service positions for next year!
