Community Service
United Way Stuff the Bus/Mountain Lion BackPack Program
The mission of the Mountain Lion BackPack Program is to provide elementary children in the Altoona Area School District with food for the weekends when other resources may not be available to them. In providing school children with food, we hope to nourish their bodies, prepare their minds, and encourage their spirits. We hope to support the teachers of our school district with this program in that students will be more physically prepared to attend school regularly, focus more intently on their lessons, and demonstrate healthy attitudes. We hope to be an encouragement to families who are struggling, to both lift a burden and show that their community cares. We hope to bring our community together in this effort to touch and change lives, serving families not only with food but also with love and compassion. This mission will be carried out with sincerity and determination and with great respect for those we serve.
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Area Food Banks
The Blair County PASR Chapter regularly collects and donates food items and cleaning products to area food banks.
Easter Egg Project
In March, plastic Easter eggs are collected for the Brian Morden Foundation, which are given to children in local hospitals. Plastic eggs are filled with WRAPPED candy and quarters, which can be used in the vending machines.
Homewood at Martinsburg/Veteran's Home
In December, the Blair County PASR Chapter will buy presents for residents of Homewood and the Veteran's Home. Gently used clothing is also collected and distributed to those in need.