Operation Backpack

Operation was another success this fall.  There are several local backpack programs;ALS-K Auxilliary is the only program to supply materials throughout the entire school year.

We were able to serve 36 schools. It was a challenge, because of inflation and supply issues. Only two people run this philanthropy and buy and store all the supplies.

The two co-chairs were able to be thrifty by buying backpacks from a business on the internet. The cost was $3.65 per backpacks. Crayola name brand products were between $.97 to $.99. They were purchase individually from several retail stores over two months. The rest of the supplies were purchased by Dollar Days. They give us free shipping and give Operation Backpack discounts, due to several years history of buying from them.