Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) announced today that in association with the John Theissen Children’s Foundation he is once again seeking the donation of school supplies for the 2019-20 school year, which will then be distributed to underprivileged children from low-income families.

“The John Theissen Children’s Foundation has been conducting a ‘Back to School Program’ for many years. Back to school time can be extremely difficult for many children whose families cannot afford new clothes or school supplies. With your donation, you can set a local child up for success and give them self-confidence heading into the school year,” said McDonough. “It has been my privilege to be able to participate in this program for the past 15 years, and I hope everyone who is able to donate will join me in doing so.”

Donations that are being sought are supplies that include, but are not limited to, backpacks, spiral notebooks, pencils, pens, crayons, markers and other classroom necessities. In addition, the foundation, through monetary donations, also provides new clothing for children to wear.

The collection runs now through Sept. 3 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily. Items may be dropped off at Assemblyman McDonough’s District Office at 404 Bedford Avenue, Bellmore, New York.

For further information, please contact Assemblyman McDonough by calling (516) 409-2070 or via e-mail at mcdonoughd@nyassembly.gov. In addition you can contact the John Theissen Children’s Foundation by calling (516) 679-5098, or by visiting their web site.