From Rosewood Services
Rosewood Miracle Workers AKTION Club’s 12th Annual “Coloring Book and Crayon Drive” is happening now through the month of November.
Upon completion of the drive on Nov. 30, club members will distribute the donated items to community charities that serve children.
“The Coloring Book Drive remains one of our club’s most cherished community service projects,” said Rosewood AKTION Club sponsor Frankie Pelster. “Our members take tremendous pride in helping brighten the lives of area children who are in need. We are deeply appreciative of the community members who have supported this effort year after year, and we look forward to partnering with them again to continue this longstanding tradition of kindness and generosity.”
People can drop off coloring book and crayon donations, along with monetary donations for the purchase of coloring books and crayons to two locations in downtown Great Bend. Those locations are Rosewood Furniture Gallery, 1607 Main Street; and Rosewood Bargain Barn, 1215 Main Street.
For the eighth consecutive year, Rosewood AKTION Club is in a friendly competition with Rosewood Services employees to see which group can raise the most items. Rosewood AKTION Club receives the help of community donated items counting toward its numbers.
“The friendly rivalry is always a lot of fun, but ultimately, everyone wins when area children receive coloring books and crayons,” expressed Pelster. “This drive has become a labor of love for our club members and Rosewood Services staff. Over the years, we’ve had fun competing, while also joining together to deliver thousands of smiles through this project. We’re excited to carry on that tradition, with the help of our generous community.”
For questions about Rosewood AKTION Club’s Coloring Book and Crayon Drive, contact Pelster at 620-796-2242; employmentspecialist@RosewoodServices.com.
Rosewood AKTION Club is an affiliate of the national Kiwanis organization that promotes service in action for people with developmental disabilities. The area club allows Rosewood clients to be actively involved in the community and to positively impact the lives of others.