Youth Council Kicks off 30 Days of Giving
Every year, over 200 Rochester Hills’ employees participate in their annual 30 days of giving program. The Rochester Hills Youth Council is stepping up to help those in need this winter by hosting a clothing drive from now through December 1.
Their team of 13 students will be collecting any gently used or new clothing such as socks, snow pants, sweatshirts, and hats at multiple locations through the Greater Rochester area. Youth Council members will sort and deliver the items donated to Neighborhood House.
Rochester Hills Youth Council
“Our youth council has consistently found ways to help make a difference in the community,” states Mayor Bryan K. Barnett. “We are so proud of their efforts this year and can’t wait to see the impact they make.”
Youth Council Liaison Danielle A. Szajna said the team outlined their community involvement goals and wanted to focus on helping those in the community that cannot afford the clothing needed to stay warm this winter.
“As leaders at their schools and in the community, our youth council members recognize the importance of giving back, and have made it a priority every year,” states Szajna. “They are so excited about this project and look forward to providing local families with winter clothing.”
Those who would like to contribute can drop off clothes at a number of location, including:
City Hall, 1000 Rochester Hills Dr. (8 am-5 pm)
Department of Public Services, 511 E Auburn Rd. (7 am-3:30 pm)
Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Rd. (M-TH. 9 am-9 pm) (F-Sat. 9 am-6 pm) (Sun. 1 pm-6 pm)
Rochester High School, 180 S Livernois Rd. (7:10 am- 7:30 pm)
Stony Creek High School, 6755 Sheldon Rd
Adams High School, 3200 W Tienken Rd (8 am-10 am)
Baldwin Elementary, 4325 Bannister Blvd. (8:10 am 3:13 pm)
McGregor Elementary, 1101 1st St. (8 am-5 pm)
Those who would like to make a monetary donation should make their check payable to “Youth Council” and mail them to the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, located at 303 East Street P.O. Box 80431 Rochester, MI 48308.
About the Rochester Hills Youth Council
Rochester Hills Government Youth Council (RHGYC) is a group of 13 high school students that work to promote youth involvement in local government through their own active participation and participate in several city functions and events. Youth members serve one-year terms with the opportunity for reappointment. Terms run concurrent with the school year, September 1 through August 31.
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