Unit 1 member leaders outfitting our children for success!
12:37 PM - August 30, 2012
Local 1000 gives more than 2,400 backpacks to members’ children
statewide
As schools open their doors for the new academic year, Local 1000
opened its doors to provide children the tools they need to
succeed in class–backpacks filled with school supplies. “Giving
back to our members and communities is a big part of our vision
at Local 1000. By starting these kids out right, we are investing
in their future–in our future,” said Unit 1 member leader Cruz
Naranjo (pictured right) at the Aug. 25 event in Sacramento.
Similar events took place up and down the state.
Due to tough economic times, events like this make it easier for
Local 1000 members to support their children’s future. According
to PR Newswire, “The National Retail Foundation predicts that the
average parent (or married couple) will spend at least $688 per
child in back-to-school expenses, a 10% increase from the
previous year.”
Read more at SacBee.com >>
One unique aspect of the Sacramento Back to School event – it was
completely member run. Member leaders donated their time to help
organize the event and hand out backpacks to members and their
children on Saturday. “It was just amazing to see that member
leaders were so enthusiastic about helping their brothers and
sisters. I love it when they also take ownership of these events
– it’s empowering to watch,” said union representative Melvin
Stewart.
Not only are members stepping up to help this year, leaders have
set an example for their own children who volunteered to help.
“We are helping other kids get a better education and learn more
in school,” said D’Angelo Reed, son of Unit 1 member leader
Angela Reed. “Kids have been really excited to receive backpacks
today, and it’s always a joy to see smiles on their faces when
they do.”