First Financial backpack drive to help kids in need

Monday, May 1, 2017

For children living in poverty, a good education is a stepping stone to a better life. But too often, the poorest kids go back to school without basic supplies.

That makes it hard to keep up with assignments — and even harder to have the confidence that they can succeed in school.

In support of backpack programs throughout its service area, First Financial Bank is conducting a Backpack Drive for Kids from May 1-31.

In Putnam County, school supplies and cash donations are being collected at First Financial banking centers. All supplies and funds donated, along with a corporate contribution from First Financial, will go to the Putnam County Youth Development Commission.

Donation barrels for school supplies and counter boxes for cash donations are available to the public in banking center lobbies.

To see what the each banking center is collecting, and for specific suggestions on what to donate, visit the bank website at www.first-online.com or pick up a list at any First Financial location.

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