Huntington Beach's adopted Marines need the public's help with "Operation Back to School." The battalion, which deployed right after July 4, will make a stop in the Philippines to engage in training exercises and humanitarian efforts, including building schools.
The Marines have asked for donations including writing tablets and notebooks; writing implements such as pencils, pens, and chalk; backpacks or duffle bags; and soccer or volley balls (deflated). The Foundation is also requesting donations of $10 to help pay for mailing the items.
School supplies can be dropped off at five area locations: HB Digital Arts at 1615 Alabama; Seevid, Inc. at 5445 Oceanus Drive; Surf City Bank at 7755 Center Ave., Suite 100; the Central Library at Talbert and Goldenwest; and City Hall lobby at 2000 Main St. The City Hall location can accept supplies only.
Checks can also be sent directly to the HB 3/1 Marines Foundation at 19744 Beach Blvd., #528, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. The deadline for donations is Aug.15.
For more information on "Operation Back to School," contact the Huntington Beach 3/1 Marines Foundation at 714-375-3131 or e-mail HB4Marines@aol.com.
**** The City Hall boxes are located in the main lobby and in the Lower Lobby. There are also donation envelopes attached to the boxes if you want to mail in a contribution.
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