Palatine group collecting essentials for students in need
Palatine-based People Helping People is a hosting a donation drive through Nov. 7 to collect household essentials such as clothing, hygiene items and nonperishable snacks for at-need students at Academy North and Palatine, Fremd and Rolling Meadows high schools.
Collection boxes are located at 17 sites throughout the community. For a list of sites, visit https://php-palatine.com.
People Helping People is a charity committed to supporting people on need by providing essential food and clothing. Among its initiatives is The Comfort Closet, a program facilitated by school counselors and social worker to ensure students in need have easy access to necessary essentials within their schools.
For more details on how to donate, visit their website.
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