Temple Ambler Hosting a Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service

The Office of Student Life and the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at Temple Ambler campus will host a “Basic Needs Drive” during the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service tomorrow.   It is open to the public.

The following donated items are being sought for the drive: unused hair care products; professional handbags; unused dental hygiene products; unused hosiery and undergarments; unused body sprays, lotions, powders, deodorants, make-up and toiletries; closed-toe professional women’s shoes in all sizes; and women’s business/casual summer and spring attire, sizes 0 to 32. The Basic Needs Drive will benefit the PA WorkWear Program.

Montgomery County has established the PA Workwear program to ensure the economic independence of individuals who receive temporary assistance for needy families by providing professional attire for job interviews and specific clothing necessary for employment or training in lieu of a special allowance for clothing from the County Assistance Office or Employment and Training Contractor. The goal is to help empower these individuals transitioning from welfare to the workforce in style.

In honor of the National Day of Service, The Office of Student Life and the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority will also be making no-sew fleece blankets.  The service day runs from 11am-3pm.  More event information can be found here.