The HOPE Center is Collecting Donations for Tools for School

TOMS RIVER, N.J. - July 30, 2024 - PRLog -- The HOPE Center is providing students with the essential supplies needed for a successful and exciting new school year. The nonprofit will need backpacks, notebooks (three- and five-subject), folders, binders (one- and two-inch) and loose-leaf paper (wide and college ruled). Donations can be dropped off or mailed to The HOPE Center. For a full list of requested supplies, please email info@houseofhopeocean.org.

The "Tools for School" collection is dedicated to ensuring that children and families have access to essential supplies as they prepare for the upcoming school year. The HOPE Center aims to enhance educational experience and foster academic success. This initiative not only alleviates the financial burden on teachers and families but also empowers students to start the school year with confidence and enthusiasm.

"Tools for School would not be possible without the support of so many," said Amy VanBezooijen of The HOPE Center. "Thank you to our amazing team of volunteers who are organizing all of the donations and pack the backpacks with school supplies. Please accept our appreciation for all that you do to help so many children and youth in our community."

The HOPE Center serves families in crisis with dignity and compassion, providing for their basic human needs, and striving to empower each person to achieve his or her greatest level of self-sufficiency. The nonprofit accomplishes this goal by offering vital services, food through its client-choice pantry and community garden, emergency shelter assistance, utility assistance, rental assistance, transportation, advocacy, coordinating services with partner agencies and other resources.

"We are always searching for compassionate volunteers who are willing to share their gifts with our community through the wonderful works of The HOPE Center," said VanBezooijen. "Please feel free to go to our website, call or stop by for a visit. We are waiting for you with open arms."

The HOPE Center opened its doors in February 2008 to provide services to those individuals in need of assistance. Today, the staff and volunteers provide resources, advocacy and coordinating services with partner agencies.

To learn more or for volunteer opportunities, visit https://houseofhopeocean.org.

About The HOPE Center
The HOPE Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization initiated by the Clergy Association of Greater Toms River. Within a place of hope and faith, the mission of The HOPE Center is to serve families in crisis with dignity and compassion, providing for their basic human needs, and striving to empower each person to achieve his or her greatest level of self-sufficiency. Current hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 3pm. To reach The HOPE Center, call 732-341-4447. After 4pm, for emergency services, please call 211.