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Senator Grove's staff displaying backpacks that will be distributed to local students.
Senator Shannon Grove is pleased to host a community backpack drive to benefit local students from preschool through high school. The drive will take place throughout the month of July at her Bakersfield District Office.
The backpack drive started on July 1st and will continue through July 31st, Monday through Friday, from 9:00am – 5:00 pm. Donations of new backpacks can be dropped off at the Senator’s district office:
Senator Shannon Grove’s Bakersfield District Office:
5701 Truxtun Avenue, Suite 150
Bakersfield, CA 93309
All donated backpacks will be distributed to students through the Open Door Network and the Kern River Valley Bridge Connection. These organizations, along with many others, play a crucial role in supporting the educational needs of our local community.
“I am thrilled to host this backpack drive and support our local students,” said Senator Shannon Grove. “With your generous donations, we can make sure that every child starts the school year with the tools they need to learn and feel confident in the classroom.
Together, we are making a positive impact in the lives of our youngest learners who are the future of our community.”
For more information, please contact Senator Shannon Grove’s office at (661) 323-0443.