The Unity Shoppe: 8th Grade's First Visit!
What is the Unity Shoppe?
The Shoppe provides a central distribution facility for the use of all non-profit agencies, social service organizations, churches, schools and hospitals. Over 300 different service groups refer their low-income clients to this facility during times of crisis. The Shoppe operates a "free store" where qualified people can shop, eliminating wasteful giving. By documenting and qualifying those that need support services and by eliminating duplication of services, more people can find better and more consistent support services throughout the year. The Unity Shoppe coordinates food drives and collects donated merchandise whenever possible. They also purchase food items that are not generally donated. The Shoppe adds healthy, nutritious food to their inventory so that children, families, and the elderly can be given healthy choices. This is Crane's first time working with the Unity Shoppe. Read on to get a sense of what our 8th graders thought about their first experiences here:
Camila: I was really proud of our class today and I was also very happy that we chose to select the Unity Shoppe because I know that with all of our help, we are going to make a difference in the lives of many people.
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| Camila is happy to be at the Unity Shoppe for the first time! |
Diarra: I liked working with my friends when we were barcoding and organizing things while still helping other people.
Anna: I enjoyed working with my friends. My favorite part was when we were barcoding and putting big celery stalks in bags.
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| Anna marveled at the size of the celery :) |
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| Gabby and Orlando have smiles in the veggie aisles |
Laura: Today I felt proud because I was able to help an organization that had helped me and my family when we needed it.
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| Kaleigh and Laura sit down for a break with Ronald McDonald |
