and front, David Bradley, helped with Troop 804’s donation drive. (Submitted photo)
Zionsville Boy Scout Troop 804 collected more than 1,800 pounds of food, $600 in donations and toys and clothes during its second annual winter donation drive to benefit The Caring Center of Lebanon, which helps Boone Co. families in need.
Troop 804 partnered with the Marsh in Boone Village to provide areas for customers to make donations.
“Troop 804 makes it easy to help out,” Marsh Store Manager Larry Schultz said. “They were organized, provided signs and flyers, and the community benefits. It’s a win-win all around.”
According to Feed America and Theresa Hanners, executive director for The Caring Center, each pound of food translates into $1.66 or $2,994.64 for the food donation brought in by Troop 804.
“Citizenship in our community is one of the most important values that we are teaching our young men in scouting,” Scoutmaster of Troop 804 Greg Hoyes said. “Partnering with a local organization where we can make an impact on families that we call neighbors can have a huge effect on how a young person stays connected to their community. It also shows them that all efforts big and small can make a difference.”
Troop 804 plans to continue its partnership with The Caring Center by volunteering when extra help is needed, especially after local food drives to help sort and process donations.
For more, visit TheCaringCenter.net or ZionsvilleTroop804.org.
