RSVP 55+ will conduct its sixth annual Lots of Socks drive the entire month of October. Watch for drop boxes in libraries, churches and banks in every Greene County town.
The Lots of Socks drive aims to collect new socks for needy children in the county. Last year’s drive netted 1,232 items, mostly socks, which were distributed by New Opportunities’ Family Development Center. Diapers and pull-ups are also collected. They will be passed along to the Greene County Early Learning Center to use as needed.
Families who participate in the winter outerwear distribution and/or the Christmas food basket distribution will be eligible to receive Lots of Socks items if there is a need.
Anyone who would prefer to donate cash can do so through their church, earmarked for Lots of Socks. Cash received is used to supplement sizes where necessary.
The Lots of Socks collection originated as a Make a Difference Day project. This year, Make a Difference Day is Oct. 24.
RSVP 55+ is the largest volunteer network in the nation and a leader in volunteer recruitment and placement for adults age 55 and older. RSVP 55+ in Greene County’s signature program is the Grocery Assistance Program (GAP), which provides volunteers to grocery shop for homebound persons. RSVP volunteers are also found providing in-home visits and respite services, at Regency Park Nursing and Rehab Center, and as mentors in the Kids With a Connection program.
For more information about RSVP 55+, contact Greene County volunteer coordinator Jackie Souder at 515-370-1099.
