Local schools started back on Monday and several kids had brand new backpacks, thanks to a traditional backpack give-a-way, held Friday at H.V. Griffin Park.
It was the 18th annual Back to School …
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Local schools started back on Monday and several kids had brand new backpacks, thanks to a traditional backpack give-a-way, held Friday at H.V. Griffin Park.
It was the 18th annual Back to School Bash and Backpack Giveaway presented by the Johnson Housing Foundation in partnership with the Center for Family Development.
Despite the on-and-off rain, a large crowd of families turned out for the event’s featured hot dog lunch, give-aways, and awards.
The event began with Mamie Johnson, head of the Summer Feed Program, who through her outreach, has provided over 55,000 meals and 1,000 backpacks each year to the Shelbyville community, according to Benita Caldwell of the CFD.
“I like the giveaway the best. And I like helping folks,” said Johnson.
