As we approach the new academic year, we have an opportunity to make a positive impact on our local community. The 10th Annual Back-2-School event, hosted by the NYPD 26th Precinct Community Affairs and Manhattan Community Board 9, is coming up on August 28th, and we're asking for your help to ensure local students have the supplies they need to succeed.
How Can I Help?
Columbia Community Service, Facilities and Operations' Construction Business Initiative unit, and Public Safety are proudly collecting donations of essential school supplies, including:
- Books
- Pens and pencils
- Rulers
- Crayons
- Notebooks
- Backpacks
- Calculators
- Binders
- Folders
Your contributions will directly benefit students in our neighborhood, helping them start the school year prepared and confident.
When Can I Donate?
Donations are being accepted from August 5 to August 26.
Where Can I Donate?
You can drop off supplies at various locations across our campuses:
- Morningside Campus (24/7)
- Public Safety Operations Office, Room 111, Low Library
- Manhattanville Campus (24/7)
- Public Safety Operations, 3270 Broadway
- Medical Center (24/7)
- Public Safety Operations, William Black Medical Research Building, Room 109
If you need to arrange a delivery or have any questions, please contact: Ricardo Morales at [email protected] or 212-854-8513.
Your generosity will support the 10th Annual Back-2-School community event on August 28, where supplies will be distributed to local students.
Thank you for your support in fostering education and strengthening our community bonds.
