The donations for "Caring for Clinton" were delivered to Clinton Elementary School on Dec. 12. This year's donations included almost $1,000 from the School of Natural Resources community and additional donations directly to the Foundation for Lincoln Public School Fund earmarked for Clinton.
An abundance of clothing was also donated, including 75 sets of mittens and over a dozen hats knitted by Friends of SNR Anne Mulligan and Marilyn Fenton.
"I’m grateful for our Community Engagement Committee and the work that they and others have done to coordinate this important effort. There are so many ways to give back to our community, but this tradition of the school to support students in our neighborhood who have special needs at the holiday season is special." said Larkin Powell, director of the School of Natural Resources. "Thank you to all who gave clothing and funds toward this effort.
This is the 17th year that the SNR community has reached out to Clinton Elementary.
"We at Clinton are so grateful for your donations of coats, hats, gloves and clothing. We have had an increase in students this year, so all your donations will be greatly appreciated, Including the dollars to the Clinton Emergency Fund." said Linda Kern, the care coordinator at Clinton Elementary School.
