03/02/2024
In conjunction with Northlands Day of Service, CRC Affiliated Faculty Professor Angela Stroud organized a Spare Change and Dollars Drive for the Ashland Community Shelter, which was in need of a new high-quality vacuum cleaner. The campus community was able to raise well over the needed amount. Executive Director of Information Technology & Facilities, Todd Pydo, was also able to find high-quality vacuums at a reasonable price for the shelter once he heard about the fundraiser. Ultimately Dr. Stroud was able to deliver two vacuums, over $150, and soup made by the Hulling’s Rice Food Center to the shelter. Staff, volunteers, and residents were extremely grateful, stating that “Money can’t buy love, but your generosity demonstrates your love of others”. The shelter has also shared that they plan to use the funds to purchase drywall needed to repair rooms and prepare them for more people seeking shelter.
