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Better Together collecting school supplies through Aug. 4
Volunteers partner with North Fulton Community Charities for school supplies
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MILTON, Ga., July 23, 2014 -Milton's Better Together volunteer organization is again partnering with non-profit North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) to collect supplies for its annual Back to School Health and Wellness Event Aug. 9.
Residents who wish to pitch-in may drop supplies off at Milton's City Hall, located at 13000 Deerfield Parkway, Suite 107 (click here for directions), between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., said Community Builder Wayne Boston.
Residents may also arrange for pickup of larger donations by contacting Boston at 678-242-2512 or wayne.boston@cityofmiltonga.us.
All supplies must be collected by Aug. 4 to ensure distribution to students, said Boston.
Event organizers need new backpacks and various school supplies like paper and pencils. In addition to providing school supplies, NFCC will also be conducting health and wellness screenings for all families. Last year, some 498 families received assistance through this program.
Better Together is a volunteer organization of Milton residents looking for unique and fun ways to connect with neighbors. If you would like more information on Better Together or any of its activities, please contact Boston at 678-242-2512 or wayne.boston@cityofmiltonga.us.
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Incorporated on Dec. 1, 2006, the City of Milton has been recognized for having the highest quality of life in the state of Georgia and ninth-highest in the southern United States by the Business Journals' "On Numbers" survey. It is a distinctive community that embraces small-town life and heritage while preserving and enhancing the city's rural character. The City of Milton will provide opportunity and value in a responsive and responsible environment through active partnerships with the community and its stakeholders. For more information, visit www.cityofmiltonga.us, or call 678-242-2500.
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 | | From left, Ryan, Emma and Teri Harrison of Better Together sort supplies at North Fulton Community Charities. |
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