Good News: Local youth seek community support for food drive

     Local youth volunteers will gather at area Hy-Vee locations on Saturday, April 29th from 9:00am - 1:00pm to fill a truck to help those in need.
     ​Each year, Truman Heartland Community Foundation Youth Advisory Council (YAC) members organize a food drive to help combat hunger and food insecurity in the area. YAC volunteers will attempt to fill a box truck or van at each location with donated nonperishable food items and household goods. The goal is to collect at least 20,000 donated items to benefit food programs at Community Services League, Lee’s Summit Social Services, and Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (REAP).  
     Volunteers will be located at the Blue Springs Hy-Vee, 4625 US Highway 40, from 9:00am - 1:00pm on Saturday, April 29th to collect food and monetary donations. 
    

Youth Advisory Council is a community initiative supported by Truman Heartland Community Foundation. YAC empowers area high school students to take a leadership role in their communities, teaching them how to give back through fundraising, grantmaking, community service, and volunteering. YAC engages students throughout the area in active philanthropy.
     About Community Services League (CSL): Founded in 1916 by a group of local women, including Bess Wallace Truman, CSL strives to promote economic stability by offering emergency assistance, employment services, housing counseling, and other resources for individuals and families throughout the area. The Grain Valley Assistance Council is affiliated with CSL. ​