When I think of being in service to others I cannot help but think of Back Pack Buddies. Hunger is something most of us will never know. That is not the case with many children right here in Glynn County however. The thought of a child leaving school on Friday afternoon and possibly not being fed until they return on Monday is unthinkable. These children need an angel to care for them and this organization sees to that.
Christ Church, here on St. Simons Island, is a big contributor to the cause. Volunteers come together to pack individual backpacks of food that go home with these children on Friday afternoon so they DO have plenty to eat over the weekend.
Tom Flickinger, Susan Shipman, Mark Gagliano
I’ve mentioned, on more than one occasion, the open hearts in this community and the outreach that occurs on a daily basis. Christ Church contributes to so many different causes and this Friday evening, from 5:00 to 7:00 at the Parish House the annual wine tasting to benefit Back Pack Buddies will be held. There will be delicious food generously donated by the island’s best restaurants, as well as parishioner’s of the church, and a fabulous selection of wines for tasting, thanks to Tom Flickinger. Avery Brooks is at the helm of planning this event so you know it will be done to perfection!
St. Simons Island knows how to come together and make an impact. This annual event gives all of the proceeds to help feed children in need all over Glynn County via Back Pack Buddies. It’s all about community and giving. It promises to be a wonderful evening for all! I hope you’ll consider attending and contributing to this wonderful cause.
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