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Happy National Volunteer Week!
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Did you know that Beverly Bootstraps volunteers annually contribute over 18,000 hours of work valued at over $493,000?
Our volunteers offer their time and talents to Beverly Bootstraps in more ways than you might realize. We are recognizing these special individuals especially from April 6th to April 12th for National Volunteer Week, where the whole country is celebrating those who give their time and resources to help others.
Some of the services our volunteers provide at Beverly Bootstraps are folding clothes, organizing merchandise, and pricing in our Thrift Shop. Food Pantry volunteers pick up food, pack and distribute food, do home deliveries, and help keep the pantry organized.
Many volunteers tutor with the after school homework club, HiSET classes, and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes. Some volunteers help us in our main office with the front desk, greeting visitors and answering the phones. Special project volunteers help with Adopt-a-Family, Back to School Bonanza, Best Chef, and food drives.
Check out our link to our Volunteer page to learn how to volunteer at Beverly Bootstraps!
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Exciting News!
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Adult Education Students Move On
to College Courses
 Six of our recent GED graduates are now enrolled at North Shore Community College. They all received their diplomas after completing our GED program and are now enrolled in a 12 week, 9 credit course called Project Enable.
With them finishing their GED they are now beginning the journey towards a college degree and a better job.
Congrats to them on continuing their education!
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Thank You
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The Women's Fund of Essex County
 The Women's Fund of Essex County awarded Beverly Bootstraps a $4,500 grant to support our Cooking Matters Program. The Cooking Matters program teaches families how to make healthy meals everyday on a budget. Participants learn to shop strategically, use nutrition information to make healthier food choices, and cook delicious, affordable meals.
Boy Scouts Troop 4 Food Drive
 The Boy Scouts Troop 4 of North Beverly donated over 141 pounds of food to our Food Pantry at the end of March. We are extremely thankful for the effort of the young men in the troop who put a great amount of effort into getting all those donations.
North Shore Christian School Students
Learn to Give Back
 Beverly Bootstraps recently received a large donation from the North Shore Christian School on Conant Street.
The children worked very hard to gather over 263 pounds of food. The students who brought the food to the pantry learned more by taking a tour and spending time with staff to ask questions. They learned about how a Food Pantry works and who can visit Beverly Bootstraps for help. Thank you North Shore Christian School!
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Happenings
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Food Drive
Garden City Church
April 19, 2014 10:15am
North Beverly Elementary School
Garden City Church will be holding a food drive to benefit Beverly Bootstraps at their Easter Egg Hunt . Join them for egg hunting fun and giving back to our food pantry!
Click here for more information!
Renew the Old Contest
Beverly Bootstraps
Thrift Shop
198 Rantoul Street
Winners for the Renew the Old Contest will be announced on May 9th.
From May 10th-17th the entries will be put up for silent auction and all proceeds will benefit Beverly Bootstraps. Come and see what people have created!
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Share Your Story
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We invite you to share your story about why you support Beverly Bootstraps and provide feedback about your experiences with our organization.
Reviews will be posted on Greatnonprofits.org, a site that allows people to find, review and share about non-profits. These reviews will also be shared on Beverly Bootstraps Guidestar profile.
Your story and feedback could help to encourage others to get involved and help Beverly Bootstraps work towards our mission to helping those in need in our community.
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Contact Information | | |
Beverly Bootstraps
Office & Services
371 Cabot Street
Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: 978-927-1561
Fax: 978-927-1553
Thrift Shop
198 Rantoul Street
Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: 978-921-4710 |
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How To Help
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Volunteers play an integral role at Beverly Bootstraps.
For more information, please call our office to speak with our Volunteer Coordinator.
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At Beverly Bootstraps we are always thrilled to witness community support. When local businesses, restaurants, or schools fund raise on our behalf, we are extremely grateful. Consider attending an event that benefits the programs and services of Beverly Bootstraps. | | |
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