Backpacks for Students in Rochester | Rochester News

Two hundred backpacks filled with school supplies hit the streets of Rochester as Peoples Choice Kitchen and Service the Community teamed up to lift the burden off families struggling to afford back-to-school essentials. Owner Evangela Stanley reflected on the power of community support and the joy of watching kids choose their own gear, echoing her own childhood hardships. Founder Ronald Hall shared his personal story of starting school without basics—and how this event helps erase those inequalities. This isn’t just a giveaway—it’s a rallying cry for solidarity, with both groups already planning to extend their support through Thanksgiving and Christmas. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8fc43770c2b06e3a