Penquis’ ''We’ve Got Your Back'' Program is Under Way
August 05, 2024
Penquis C.A.P., Inc. (Penquis) has launched its annual We’ve Got Your Back program. The program, sponsored by Blueberry Broadcasting and Katahdin Trust Company, helps students in grades K-12 living in Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties receive assistance in the way of a backpack and school supplies which will help them be prepared for a new school year. Currently, 1200 children are registered to receive a backpack.
As the cost of living remains high, many families struggle to absorb all of the costs that come with a new school year. Through giving to We’ve Got Your Back, many children will have the confidence and tools needed for a great start to the 2024-25 school year because of the kindness and generosity of those who donate. When a child takes their new backpack and supplies to school on that first day, they will know it's because there's someone in the community who cares and wants their school experience to be the best it can be. Community contributions mean so much to both the parents and children.
You can donate directly to the program on We’ve Got Your Back’s website https://www.penquis.org/wgyb/, use text to give by texting 44321 GIVEBACKPACKS, or drop off backpacks and supplies at either Penquis located at 262 Harlow St. Bangor or your local Katahdin Trust Company. Backpack and supplies will begin to be sorted and distributed starting August 12th.
All the backpacks and school supplies that are distributed are either donated or purchased with donated funds. “It’s community that makes this program happen,” says Penquis Community Relations Manager Renae Muscatell. “We truly could not do it without the generous support of all the businesses, organizations, and individuals that donate to the program.”
Penquis is a community action agency serving families in Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties. Any questions about We’ve Got Your Back can be directed to info@penquis.org.
As the cost of living remains high, many families struggle to absorb all of the costs that come with a new school year. Through giving to We’ve Got Your Back, many children will have the confidence and tools needed for a great start to the 2024-25 school year because of the kindness and generosity of those who donate. When a child takes their new backpack and supplies to school on that first day, they will know it's because there's someone in the community who cares and wants their school experience to be the best it can be. Community contributions mean so much to both the parents and children.
You can donate directly to the program on We’ve Got Your Back’s website https://www.penquis.org/wgyb/, use text to give by texting 44321 GIVEBACKPACKS, or drop off backpacks and supplies at either Penquis located at 262 Harlow St. Bangor or your local Katahdin Trust Company. Backpack and supplies will begin to be sorted and distributed starting August 12th.
All the backpacks and school supplies that are distributed are either donated or purchased with donated funds. “It’s community that makes this program happen,” says Penquis Community Relations Manager Renae Muscatell. “We truly could not do it without the generous support of all the businesses, organizations, and individuals that donate to the program.”
Penquis is a community action agency serving families in Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties. Any questions about We’ve Got Your Back can be directed to info@penquis.org.
Contact:
Carin Sychterz, Associate Development Director
csychterz@penquis.org, (207) 973-3500
