Number of Participants: 150
Hours Donated: 4
Value of Time Served: $5,070
Event Amount Raised: $500
Event Type: Civic & Community
Sport: Schools
Date: November 26, 2024
Location:
Sag Harbor
NY, USA
About:
Sag Harbor Elementary School students were recently challenged by school counselor Michelle Grant to complete the “Change Someone’s Smile” service-learning project. The challenge included raising money, packaging gift bags and partnering with the Sag Harbor Food Pantry.
All grades were encouraged to complete chores at home, or recycle bottles, to earn change. Through their hard work, the students raised more than $500 which was used to purchase toothbrushes and toothpaste. Hundreds of dental hygiene items were bagged by the students and brought to the Sag Harbor Food Pantry for local families to take this holiday season.
Together, the students learned the value of work, saving money and helping their neighbors. This engaging project that not only gave the gift of a healthy smile but encouraged community and friendship.
Photo caption: Kindergarten students worked together to package toothbrushes and toothpaste for a schoolwide donation to the Sag Harbor Food Pantry.
Photos courtesy of Sag Harbor School District.
