Outreach

St. Andrew’s Church has a tradition of partnering with The Bridge Academy in Coatesville to bring back to school supplies to students who are in need.

This year the Bridge Academy will host a multi-day Back-to-School Outreach and Bridge Backyard BBQ. On August 4–5, students and families will receive backpacks, school supplies, and hygiene kits. Then on August 6, they will host a Backyard BBQ where families can enjoy a meal together while accessing additional resources including food, fresh produce, clothing, diapers, wipes, and community support.

As part of this new approach, they have invited our congregation to support their High Impact Items Collection.

These items go beyond traditional school supplies and help support students throughout the school year by promoting academic success, organization, confidence, and daily readiness for school.

Please consider donating items on this list. Items can be placed in the collection box in the church narthex and will be delivered to the Bridge Academy. Please provide donations by July 15.Thank you for your generous support of this very impactful program! You can learn more about The Bridge Academy by visiting https://www.thebridgeacademy.org/.

Coventry and Essential Pantries

Thank you to all who have donated food and hygiene items to these very worthy organizations. Summer is a particularly difficult month for families in need, as donations tend to slow down but the need is greater with schools out of session. Please continue to donate non-perishable food and hygiene items. Items can be left in the Biddle room, and we will ensure delivery.