Do you remember the excitement and tension of the first day of the school year? If you were fortunate, you had a new school outfit and brand-new school supplies. Now overlay a Covid-19 pandemic that has changed so much for the educational lives of HCPSS students while aggravating the pre-existing disparities and digital divides.
Prepare for Success, in formal partnership with the Howard County Public School System and the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), is now in its 22nd year. PFS is facing its biggest challenge ever in terms of the number of students to be served. Last year, donations enabled 3,500+ students to be served. This contrasts with 13,400 students – 22.5% of all HCPSS – who receive federally funded school meals and rely on support services like ours.
We hope the pandemic is receding in Howard County but is still making an impact for many. Its emotional and economic scars on families and students may linger for years. This year, more than ever, we all want students to return to the classroom Prepared for Success.
We are appealing to you as a past supporter. How many students can you sponsor? Despite inflation, we can do It for $25 a student with bulk purchases. As always, 100% of your contribution will go to school supplies. All donations are tax-deductible. The options for donating are:
Donate Online through CAC. CLICK HERE to be taken to the Community Action Council donor form.
Send a check payable to Community Action Council / PFS to:
Community Action Council, 9820 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Amazon Wish List. This started at the height of the pandemic. You can shop for and donate needed supplies with just a few clicks. Our Amazon Wish List is available year-round.
The students need and welcome your continued support.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Roy and Susan Appletree, Co-Coordinators
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