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1. News Release
March 14, 2017
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AT&T Pioneers Present Suitcase Contribution to Stark County
Children Services
Local Volunteers Raised Funds for New Items to Assist Children Placed in Foster
Care
CANTON, Ohio, March 14, 2017 — The AT&T1 Pioneers, Canton Chapter, will deliver 60
new children’s suitcases to Stark County Children Services. Each child will get a new
toothbrush and blanket in the suitcase.
They will drop off the gifts Tuesday, March 14 at 11 a.m. at Stark County Job & Family
Services, Children Services Division offices.
AT&T Pioneers is a group of volunteers made up of retired and active employees
committed to their communities. “Our Ohio chapters work hard throughout the year,
volunteering time and funding to carefully screened 501c3 charities in our state,” said
Steve Kristan, AT&T External Affairs director. “As long as there’s a need – no matter how
large or small – Pioneers answer the call in every way imaginable.”
The Pioneers raised money to help children going into foster care on short notice. The
children often see their belongings carried in plastic or trash bags in these urgent
situations. It adds discomfort to a difficult situation.
“When children come into care because of abuse or neglect, many have only the clothing
on their back,” said Stark County Commissioner Richard Regula. “They can find comfort
from the suitcases and blankets. They may want a place to carry a stuffed animal,
pajamas or school supplies that will ease the transition into a foster home. The children
can get a sense of pride and feeling of ownership.”
Stark County Children Services says the suitcases mean more than just a collection of
items and a way to carry them. They are a tangible reminder that there are people who
care, at a time when children feel most afraid, alone and vulnerable.
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2. March 14, 2017
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