Hundreds of members of the Houston community are ready for another successful school year thanks to the charitable efforts of C&J Tax Services. Its second annual Back To School Drive, held earlier this month, was attended by over 500 people who helped provide school supplies to the city’s underserved youth.
Cynthia Smith at C&J Tax Services
helped lead the charge for the charity drive, facilitating the creation of over 350 bookbags for students featuring all the latest school essentials, according to a press release. The number of people willing to help resulted in all the supplies being allocated in one hour.“The response from the community has been nothing short of inspiring, demonstrating the incredible impact that collective action can achieve,” the company wrote in a press release.
A wide range of activities connected and engaged with their fellow community members. To make the day fun for all groups, including recipients and volunteers, activities such as bouncy houses and face painting were held as well.
The event not only included the act of giving but fellowship. A brunch catered by Lydia’s provided a meal for the families involved.
The event was so impactful—it exceeded the company’s expectations—that C&J Tax Services will hold another charity drive on August 26. In its commitment as a local, Black-owned business, the company is doing its part to uplift education in the city. Families unable to afford the school essentials are encouraged to attend.
The second back-to-school drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 16281 Imperial Valley “Unit H” Houston, TX 77060
This collective action by the members of the community is a testimony to their united spirit to help one another and their future leaders.