The Elks Lodge Veterans Committee will provide school supplies and backpacks to children of veterans for the 2016-17 school year through its “Packed for Success” project.
The committee is accepting requests through Monday, and backpacks will be given out at the Elks Veterans Breakfast on Aug. 21, with free breakfast for recipients and a $6 veterans rate for their family members.
Selection will be determined by the committee, with preference to those in greatest need. Children or grandchildren in grades K-12 of a veteran who lives in La Plata County are eligible. Once selected, a child will need to submit a letter describing academic goals. The family may assist with the letter.
To apply, contact Samantha Gallant at 247-2296 or srrwjla@gmail.com.
Applicants must provide name of family, number of children, school attending and grade level. If an agency is applying for a student, it must contact the family before submitting student information.
The Durango National Democratic Office will have a grand opening event for the 2016 campaign from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Democrat Headquarters, 1911 Main Ave., Suite 3 (entrance on 19th Street).
Attendees can meet Congressional District 3 candidate Gail Schwartz and local democratic candidates. Refreshments will be served.
For more information, email amoran@covictory.com or call (801) 598-9018.
Herald Staff
