A second grader in Pinellas County, Florida, organized a community donation drive to help people experiencing homelessness as part of a school project. Nolan Davis wrote handwritten letters to neighbors asking for help and collected more than 100 pounds of food, along with bedding and hygiene items. He and his family then delivered the donations to the Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP) in Clearwater.
HEP officials say the donation was one of the largest youth-led drives they’ve received. The organization serves thousands of people each year and reported providing more than 65-thousand meals on its campus last year. Leaders note the contribution is especially meaningful because the North Greenwood area of Pinellas County is considered a food desert, where many families face food insecurity.
Nolan says he organized the drive because he didn’t want people to feel left out or like they didn’t matter. His mother, Jenn Davis, says she’s proud of his effort to help others in the community. Nolan plans to continue supporting HEP by organizing additional donation drives and volunteering with veterans on the campus.
Source: BAY NEWS 9
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