Packing Day and Potluck Luncheon

Toni Tasker, a member of First Parish, helping
to organize the supplies to pack in the suitcases
What a successful, exhausting day! Communities Without Borders is so lucky to have such a dedicated group of individuals traveling to Zambia this summer. The group worked together to pack 14 suitcases. We truly appreciate all those who collected and donated items. They will be so appreciated this summer. We had a surplus of supplies and will be saving some of them for next year. Many thanks for all the contributions!

The following were some of the supplies that got packed:

Bedsheets
School Supplies
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Books
Days for Girls Kits

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