Trump Parc Stamford Residents host School Supply Drive

This August, residents at 1 Broad Street (Trump Parc Stamford) partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford to create a positive back-to-school experience for children attending the Club. Throughout the month, residents dropped off brand new school supplies including backpacks, notebooks, binders, pencils, paper, and markers in the lobby of the building. Dozens of backpacks were collected along with 3 overflowing baskets of supplies.

“This donation means a great deal to our families. Parents on average will spend about $500 per child per year, according to a yearly survey by Deloitte. For many of our families, financial resources are not available for these necessary supplies for their children’s studies, so for Trump Parc residents to step up to the plate and help our families prepare their children for the upcoming academic year, it is really very touching and appreciated so deeply,” said Melissa Rhodes, Director of Development for the Boys & Girls Club.

Event co-chairs Janel Grant, Darlene McDowell, and Anne Katcher stated that watching the piles of donated backpacks and supplies grow every day gave them an immense sense of pride, and they hope the drive will inspire other local residential buildings to do the same. Residential Managers Chris Pickering and Tracey Goring stated that the Boys and Girls Club is an organization close to their hearts, and that it was a joy to support this initiative.

For more information on how you can get involved at the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford, please call Melissa Rhodes, Director of Development at 203-324-0594.

About The Boys & Girls Club of Stamford

The Boys & Girls Club of Stamford serves over 1,600 youth annually with an average daily attendance of 500 members from Kindergarten through Twelfth grade at two club locations in Stamford: the Mary C. Rich Clubhouse and the Yerwood Center. The Club’s mission is to help the youth of Stamford, especially those who need us most, reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. The Club provides young people with a safe environment in which to learn, grow, and develop positive relationships with peers and caring adults. Over 50 programs are offered throughout the year focused through five core areas: Character & Leadership Development, Education & Career Development, Arts, Health & Life Skills, and Sports & Recreation. The Boys & Girls Club of Stamford raises over 95% of the operating budget from individuals, companies, foundations, and government grants in order to fund our mission and continue to make an impact in the lives of the youth in our community. For information on how to donate go to www.bgcastamford.org or call our Club at 203-324-0594.

About Trump Parc Stamford

1 Broad Street (Trump Parc Stamford) is a 35-story condominium property at the intersection of Broad Street, Washington Boulevard, and Mill River Park. A diverse set of residents occupy over 160 units and are truly proud to call Downtown Stamford their home.